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Mary S.

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with children in various capacities for 15 years and am particularly drawn to those families dealing with special needs. Aside from that particular passion, working with children in general is rewarding no matter what the circumstances are. I enjoy taking the time to get to know them and what makes them unique as...
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Mary D.

Experience With Several Special Needs

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience
I worked in an ABA school with children for severe behavioral disorders. My particular child was non-verbal and autistic. I have worked with children with developmental delays, as well as children with feeding tubes and oxygen.

Darsey K. says "I offered a Position and she promptly acknowledges, which shows me she is a very considerate and dependable type of person. I appreciate that she took the...

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Bonnie C.

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a 57-year-old woman whose youngest daughter is 32 and has Down syndrome. I also have a 13-year-old grandson who has Asperger's. I worked for four years with the St. Louis ARC, providing jobs as well as coaching for special ed. adults. I also worked at Willow's Way as an ISL employee caring for individuals with special needs...
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Daquana S.

Check Out My Senior And Childcare Page

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$13/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Please view and check out my senior and childcare page, too.... I have worked with disabled for over 15 years

Janis T. says "Great person! She is responsible and has a wonderful work ethic. I highly recommend DaQuana. I would be so happy to still be working with her, but it seems...

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Brianna B.

Licensed SPED Teacher With A Love For Puzzles!

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a licensed SPED teacher with a PK-12 endorsement. I really enjoy working with "tricky" children who may need a little extra support with behavior. I tend to focus on social and emotional growth as key part of my job and helping children navigate their world and self awareness. I firmly believer in using positive behavior...
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Atha C.

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
I'm a loving and caring person love too work with the disabled and elderly that can't help themselves. Compassionate about my job
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Bonnie C.

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
I am the mother of a 36-year-old daughter who has Down syndrome. I have worked in the past as a job developer, as well as a job coach for the St. Louis ARC. I also worked as an ISL employee caring for individuals with special needs in their home. I have also worked for an agency providing care to seniors in their home. I have...

Niki R. says "I can't say enough great things about Bonnie. She is caring, gentle and knowledgeable. Bonnie was a true advocate for my mother. When PT and OT were working...

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Carey E.

Part Time Nanny Available For Nights And Weekends!

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a great, experienced Nanny look for a family to care for. I have 10 plus years of experience with caring for children newborn and up. Experience with children with special needs. Knowledgeable in child development and age appropriate learning. Enjoy doing crafts, outside time, field trips, music time.

Blair S. says "As a first time Mom, relinquishing the care of my newborn child was the scariest thing I could have imagined. After interviewing 10+ nannies, I found Carey...

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Danielle K.

Compassionate Nurse & Adenturer Looking To Help

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have a lifetime of experience helping people. I can help with just about any side work needed. I have experience with special needs, 7+ years as a registered nurse, and am a great cook. I'd love to help where it's needed!

Care Member says "We needed Danielle’s help one afternoon with last minute babysitting coverage for our toddler. She was attentive, agreeable, and even helped us out by...

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Kathleen B.

Part-Time, Full-Time, Live-In/Live-Out Caregiver Available

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a school teacher (BA in Education and Musical Theatre from Fontbonne University in St. Louis, Missouri) who has been caring for children of all ages and abilities (infant care, special needs care, etc.) in California since 1989. I'm a children's book author and illustrator, musical composer, and former dance and theatre...

Luci N. says "Kathleen has watched our two children, ages 5 and 7, providing pick up from school to our home. Our family loved her! She provided excellent, engaging and...

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Candace F.

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter Available

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
My name is Candace, and I am 42 years old. April 2026 marks my 20 year nanny-versary! I love children and I love caring for them. I shower them with love and attention. I change diapers, prepare meals, and engage in learning and outdoor activities. My experience includes being a nanny, my in-home daycare(10 years), and a...

Violet W. says "Candace was a nanny for a friend of mine years ago and she always had great things to say about her. I was nervous to send my first child off to a public...

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Cindy S.

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
For over 30 years I've dedicated myself to nurturing young minds and creating enriching experiences for children of all ages. My passion stems from a deep desire to positively impact their lives, a feeling solidified through years of nannying and watching them blossom. I hold a college degree, certifications in First Aid...

Care Member says "Cindy is amazing, I wish she could be with us forever. She was out night nanny you my son from the night we got home from the hospital up to almost a...

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Abigail B.

Fun And Creative Sitter!

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
As the oldest of five kids, I've been around kids my whole life. I started babysitting for people outside my family at the age of 12, and have continued on since then! I have experience with children with special needs, multiples, and large numbers of kids! I have a passion for inspiring creativity in kids and encouraging them...

Courtney P. says "My three daughters adore Abby. She has cared for them on many occasions (from the time they were very little) and is still their favorite babysitter to...

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Juliet S.

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm a passionate and experienced childcare provider with a 20-year track record of fostering children's growth and development. My creative and friendly nature allows me to establish a rapport with children, creating a nurturing environment where they thrive. I believe in open communication with parents, providing daily written...

Care Member says "Juliet was such a delight! My 2.5 year old son loved her! She was extremely professional and pleasant to work with! She played with my son and thought...

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Emily M.

Full Time Caregiver With Special Needs Experience

Saint Louis, MO

from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Emily, I am a 2019 graduate of Arizona State with a degree in psychology focusing on childhood and adolescent development. Since then I've worked as an educator and behavioral therapist for kids with autism and their neurotypical peers in their classroom. Once COVID protocols shut down the classroom I was...
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Ashley B.

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

Saint Louis, MO

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
I am an Occupational Therapy Assistant. I am currently in a weekend graduate program to obtain my masters in Occupational Therapy. I have worked as a para and OTA in a school based setting for the last 3 years. I also have experience as a transition advisor for teens with developmental delays. I am very passionate about helping...
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Josie P.

Special needs

Saint Louis, MO

from
$17/hr
I am currently teacher but I have nannied for the last few years. I'm looking for the opportunity to help a family while I finish school.
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Jennifer N.

I Have All What It Takes, To Care For The Special Need Groups

Saint Louis, MO

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I was a residential rehabilitation counselor working with AHRC, visiting people's home to offer services to the special needs people, and a paraprofessional working with public schools, in district 75 with the special needs population. I'm a voice to the voiceless and an advocate to the the most vulnerable group of people.
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Salicia B.

Hard Working Individual, Looking For Special Needs Or Senior Care Work.

Saint Louis, MO

from
$8/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Currently, I work as a Supervisor at Barnes Jewish Hospital for three years. I have more than 30 years working with children and adults with autism, Alzheimer's, dementia, and developmental disabilities. My duties included cooking, cleaning, job coaching, administering medications, behavior modification, community activities,...
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Danielle K.

Dependable Registered Nurse With Experience In Special Needs

Saint Louis, MO

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am have lots of experience with special needs as I have a brother with Autism who I have helped with my entire life. I am also a registered nurse with 5+ years of experience. With that being said, I am reliable, patient, outgoing, and can also help with mobility and any medical care needed.
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  • 181 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of August 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.9

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Saint Louis, MO

Special Needs Caregivers in Saint Louis, MO are rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 37 reviews of the 181 listed special needs caregivers

Mary D.

I offered a Position and she promptly acknowledges, which shows me she is a very considerate and dependable type of person. I appreciate...

- Darsey K.

Daquana S.

Great person! She is responsible and has a wonderful work ethic. I highly recommend DaQuana. I would be so happy to still be working with...

- Janis T.

Bonnie C.

I can't say enough great things about Bonnie. She is caring, gentle and knowledgeable. Bonnie was a true advocate for my mother. When PT and...

- Niki R.

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