Care.com logo
Log inJoin now

Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Shawnee, KS

We have 60 special needs caregivers in Shawnee, KS! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.

Get started

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Hero image

Available Now in Shawnee!

Melissa J.'s Photo

Melissa J.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Shawnee, KS

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
home modification
errands
live-in home care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a motivated Certified Nursing Assistant with more than 12 years of hands-on training and I experienced working in assisted living, long term care facilities and home health care with disabled and geriatric patients. I feel confident that my background, strong bedside manner and skill in providing high quality care, makes me...

Sallie B. says "I hired Melissa to care for my dying mother in law. My husband and I both work full time. I work in the home health and hospice industry myself and can be...

See profile
Rebekah H.'s Photo

COMPASSIONATE, PATIENT SPECIAL NEEDS CAREGIVER

Shawnee, KS

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello, My name is Rebekah and I look forward to speaking with you! I have a resume/references from families that I have worked for previously. I have experience with caregiving for children/adults of all ages, as well as special needs. I would love to have a phone chat to explain my experience in detail. Please reach out to...
See profile
Melissa J.'s Photo

Special Needs Provider

Shawnee, KS

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a motivated Certified Nursing Assistant with more than 17 years hands-on training and experience working in assisted living, long term care facilities and home health care with disabled and geriatric patients. I feel confident that my background, strong bedside manner and skill in providing high quality care makes me an...
See profile
Lillie W.'s Photo

Fun Caretaker With Speech - Language - Hearing Background

Shawnee, KS

from
$10/hr
2 years experience
I am a recent graduate of the University of Kansas majoring in Speech- Language - Hearing with a minor in East Asian Languages and Cultures with a focus in the Mandarin language. I have years of experience and a passion for working with people of all ages who have special needs. I worked most summers as a paraprofessional at the...
See profile
Jamie B.'s Photo

Shawnee, KS

from
$20/hr
9 years experience
I'd describe my personality as hardworking, calm and funny I like caring for people with special needs because it is so very rewarding and fun. I love seeing positive results after working with children I'm looking for a job that allows me to use the tools I have learned over the years to help care for children. I find great...
See profile
Megan B.'s Photo

Skilled And Supportive Caregiver

Shawnee, KS

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I've worked with kids, teens, and young adults ages 2 to 21 in special education settings for over 10 years. Most of my experience is at the middle school level, supporting individuals with a variety of cognitive, developmental, and medical needs. I'm an RBT and CPR certified, and I'm comfortable with everything from behavior...
See profile
Maria B.'s Photo

Caregiver For All Ages

Shawnee, KS

from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
Oldest sister of 5, fun loving nanny for 7 including special needs, teaching in middle and high school classrooms - I have all kinds of experience with children of all ages! I would love to spend time with your little people and give you peace of mind while you are away!
See profile
Ava F.'s Photo

Shawnee, KS

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Ava, I'm a 19-year-old college student with over 3 years of experience babysitting. Including experience caring for children with special needs. I'm looking to help out families who need the extra hands this summer!
See profile
Lillie W.'s Photo

Fun Caretaker With Speech - Language - Hearing Background.

Shawnee, KS

from
$12/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a recent graduate of the University of Kansas majoring in Speech- Language - Hearing with a minor in East Asian Languages and Cultures with a focus in the Mandarin language. I have years of experience babysitting children from 2 months old to high schoolers. I also have years of experience and a passion for working with...
See profile
Jadyn C.'s Photo

Shawnee, KS

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
I'm passionate about fostering young minds and making a positive impact on children's lives. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my knack for nurturing and caring for children. As a creative and friendly individual, I believe in fostering a nurturing environment that encourages...
See profile
Hannah R.'s Photo

Stay At Home Mom Of 2

Shawnee, KS

from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I'm a sahm of 2 boys. I've been an Aquatics Manager for 5+ years. I teach swimming lessons and have access to a pool this summer! In the past I have worked with teens with special needs, and coached an adult special Olympics swim team! I love children, love arts and crafts. I can come to you or you can come to me. We do have...
See profile
Maria B.'s Photo

Shawnee, KS

from
$20/hr
Meal prep
errands
Hello! I have considerable experience taking care of special needs and medications. I am reliable and responsible. Please let me know how I can help!
See profile
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have 4 years of experience from babysitting to teacher education courses. I even worked at a daycare and am currently majoring in Elementary Education. I work have worked with kids all the way from infants to 12 years old. I also work great with special needs children too as I am planning on becoming a special needs teacher. I...
See profile

Nanny

Shawnee, KS

from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been working with children for the past 15 years. I have cared for children who have special needs. I currently work for a family with 3 small children. I have been with them for four years now.
See profile

Childcare Provider

Shawnee, KS

from
$10/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm 18 years old and Im graduating high school in may and I also have my CNA which I've been working as for a year. I have 3 nephews and 3 Nieces and I've watched them since they were born. I've also work as a Childcare provider for children ages 6 months to 12 years. I'm great with kids and a very outgoing and have a spunky...
See profile
Jessica H.'s Photo

Experienced Caregiver To Children With All Different Abilities

Overland Park, KS

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been in the professional field of caregiving for the past 10 years. I began working at a day service for special needs individuals in 2014 and fell in love with caregiving. Since discovering this field, I have acquired skills including g-tube feeding, medication administration, transporting, bathing/dressing/diapering...

Natalie J. says "Jessica was so amazing with my girl, A, at her special needs after school and summer program that I HAD to steal some of her time for just us at our...

See profile
Ashethia P.'s Photo

The Daycare Provider You Are Looking For

Overland Park, KS

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am flexible with my hours or work. I was a licensed certified paraprofessional in Oklahoma. The reason I say I was is because I recently moved to Kansas and I am not sure if KS has the same requirements as OK. I have worked with special needs children for over 3 yrs. I enjoyed this job very much and would like to continue...

Muriel G. says "Ashethia is amazing. She has years of experience working with special needs kids. She is calm and kind and my son adores her. I am so grateful to have her...

See profile
Lena C.'s Photo

Babysitter

Overland Park, KS

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Lena. I have a huge passion and love for working with children and helping them develop. I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 12 years of experience caring for children, from infants to elementary schoolers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm...

Jerrod P. says "Lena was great! Very willing to be flexible, and take on additional duties and responsibilities to make sure my son had whatever he needed. She's...

See profile
Talisha R.'s Photo

Kansas City, KS

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Hello my name is Talisha & I'm a sweet, loving, caring and outgoing person I love children, I'm a full time nanny and I work at a daycare as my second job/ babysit some of he kiddos from the daycare on the side and I help this sweet lady with disability issues on the side as well as little side jobs, it would be my pleasure to...
See profile
Stephanie M.'s Photo

Nurse Providing Special Needs Service

Leawood, KS

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm an RN who would love to care for your special person. I have experience with children with learning challenges, with patients who have had physical and mental disabilities of all sorts and I'm confident I can help you out. My background is one of a home health care nurse for 8 years, Hospital Critical Care and Float...
See profile

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.93/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Shawnee, KS

Special Needs Caregivers in Shawnee, KS are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Melissa J.

I hired Melissa to care for my dying mother in law. My husband and I both work full time. I work in the home health and hospice industry...

- Sallie B.

Jessica H.

Jessica was so amazing with my girl, A, at her special needs after school and summer program that I HAD to steal some of her time for just...

- Natalie J.

Ashethia P.

Ashethia is amazing. She has years of experience working with special needs kids. She is calm and kind and my son adores her. I am so...

- Muriel G.

Special Needs Caregiver Articles

Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services