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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
home modification
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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...
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...
I am a 36-yo-female who has worked in the special needs and foster care communities for 18 years. I have also worked with elderly and dementia patients. For 10 years, I served as a probation officer for juvenile offenders in Wyandotte County. I would be honored to help with your loved one's needs and to make your/their...
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- $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...
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...
I have worked the majority of my adult life in healthcare mostly in the IDD department. I started off caring for individuals in their homes, moved to a day service settings then to employment coordination and ultimately in case management prior to moving to Missouri. I do have a CNA license for Kansas, but not certified in...
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Hello, my name is Vanessa. I am a compassionate, reliable, and knowledgeable care taker for those with a variety of support needs. I have family experience with communicating and supporting those with ASD or Downs. I am pursing certification in ABA therapy, and I currently am CNA certified and BLS (advanced life support and...
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Compassionate and reliable caregiver with over two years of experience as a paraprofessional at Hocker Grove Middle School, providing daily personal and behavioral support to students with special needs. Former preschool teacher with hands-on experience ensuring student safety, assisting with routines, transitions, and emotional...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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...
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
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...
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!
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- $12/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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...
Carpooling
travel
I have experience with all age groups, from newborns to 13-year-olds. I have no problem with kids who have special needs. I love outdoor activities, as well as board games and other various activities.
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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Hi, my. name is Haley and I am a part time babysitter and caregiver! I am currently working at a software development company and have lots of flexibility with my time. I have a degree in a subset of sports medicine (athletic training) and am certified in First Aid/CPR/Emergency medical care. I am also a certified teacher and...
Carpooling
Hi my name is Joscelyn, I have 3 almost years in paid childcare experience. Primarily my experience comes from caregiving for special needs individuals. I've always had passion for making sure parents get the break they deserve. In terms of needs I know that varies a lot family to family. With this said I am definitely open to...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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!
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Over the years, I've worked many childcare jobs, from babysitting to being a full-time nanny starting with babysitting at 12 years of age. Each experience and child has taught me how to better provide care. I make learning fun, do arts and crafts, be supportive and help children to grow and excel. My experience includes 24 years...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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I am an experienced Full Spectrum Doula with 10 years of professional experience as a childcare provider. I am experienced and comfortable with all ages starting from birth. I am trained in both first aid and CPR and have a lot of experience with children with special needs. I am comfortable with pets, I love animals and would...
Care Member says "Caring, reliable and nice. The first day she worked for us, my kids asked when is she coming back, which shows a lot about her kindness!"
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- $18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Warm, loving, and attentive nanny with 30+ years of experience caring for infants, multiples, children with autism (verbal and non-verbal), and other special needs. I pride myself on being an extension of mom-tuning in to each child's needs, building real connections, and creating a space where they feel safe, supported, and...
Kathie and Josh W. says "Angela has been working with our family part-time for over 2 years. If we could hire her full-time, we would! Our kids love her. She keeps...
I have worked with autistic children. I have worked also with mentally challenged children and adults. I worked with individuals with all sorts of handicaps from mild to severe. I truly enjoy helping others and it's a passion that I desire in my heart.
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $17.00/hr as of May 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
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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.
Emily M.
Caring, reliable and nice. The first day she worked for us, my kids asked when is she coming back, which shows a lot about her kindness!
- Care member
Angela R.
Angela has been working with our family part-time for over 2 years. If we could hire her full-time, we would! Our kids love her. She...
- Kathie and Josh W.
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