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185 special needs caregivers are listed in Saint Louis, MO
The average rate is $17/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Saint Louis, MO
Bonnie C.
Saint Louis, MO
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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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...
Recent review:
5.0
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 her too hard, she stepped in. She made appointments...
Reviewed by Niki R.
5.0
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I have been babysitting and nannying for 10 years now. I have experience with all age ranges as well. I have been babysitting my cousins (ages 5 and 7) since they were born as well as some family friends with three boys (ages 5, 5, and 8). I also nannied for two different families. One with a 3 months old girl and another with...
Recent review:
5.0
She is absolutely fantastic! Wonderful with my 2 boys! Always reliable and conscientious. You won't find a better one!
Reviewed by Katherine T.
5.0
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Jolene has provided quality private childcare services since 2012. Jolene has taken assignments with families, organizations and child care centers. Though she primarily works with older youth and transitioning adults as a college and career advisor, there is extensive background with all youth ages, including those under 1 year...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Our kids had a great time with Jolene! She was great with my 4 year old nephew who is nonverbal and my 2.5 year old niece had so much fun playing with her. 10/10 recommend Jolene!
Reviewed by Gaby C.
5.0
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I studied child growth and development in college. I have always worked with children including those with special needs. I have been a nanny for 30 years. I was with my first family until they were school age. My second family for four years and sadly they got transferred to a different state. Currently, the family I am with is...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Sheila was a wonderful nanny. She was always punctual, organized, loving and cheerful. And she took great care of our boys. She was engaging and happy and that made for an engaging and happy baby. I was sad...
Reviewed by Farheen R.
4.8
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I began caring for children professionally in 2006 working for a family with special needs. In that position, I helped raise two boys, ages 3 and 7. After five years, the family, happily, was able to function without my assistance. In Nov. 2013, I began working with a newborn and over a period of three wonderful years, prepared...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Michaelene is great. We never have to worry about anything happening to our child when we are out and she is watching him. Our son always gets a huge smile on his face and very excited when she comes to babysit...
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5.0
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Hi my name Nicole! I have a lot of experience with children. I started out babysitting when I was 14 years old for many different families. In late high school and early college I worked at a daycare as an assistant teacher in the 3 and 4-year-old classrooms. I worked there for about 2 years. I then was a nanny for a family...
5.0
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My name is Maxine, and I am a 23-year-old student at Rockhurst University completing my Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. I recently completed my clinical experience at a hospital where I work with a variety of patients, including infants. I did date night and overnight babysitting for a few families that I still visit when I...
Recent review:
5.0
It is really hard to find good childcare but Maxine is really fantastic with my two girls. She’s so sweet and laidback, which I really appreciate. She just seems to know exactly what each of my kiddos need and...
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5.0
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Hi, my name is Emma. I am 20 years old and have babysat and cared for smaller and older children since I was 11 years old. I have also most recently worked for a young man with special needs. I'm looking one time jobs for the indefinite future. I am comfortable with all ages as I have experience from 4 months to 16 years old. I...
Recent review:
5.0
Emma is very reliable, pleasant and always in a positive mood . She’s been a huge help to me, hanging out with my son. She’s always willing to do extra when needed .
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Kelsey K.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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Prior to my Chicago move, I was in grad school at NCSU for Social Work. I nannied for two families during that time (almost 3 years)-- one during the day and the other a few days a week after school and at night. I spent the rest of my time in class or at my internship at Duke Hospital. Prior to that, I was a middle and high...
Recent reviews:
5.0
My son loved her so much he immediately wanted her to babysit again :)
Reviewed by Maya S.
5.0
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Currently available for regular nanny hours and/or household admistrator duties in the Saint Louis, MO area. 10+ years of experience including coaching, expressive therapies with children, and infant care. I have worked with ages birth-18 and am well versed in infant care and non-nursing special needs. For children ages birth-10...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Ramanda worked for my family for about 6 months while I was student teaching. She was a delight to have in our home and took care of my son like family. I could leave the house with piece of mind knowing my...
Reviewed by Sarah J.
Nekhia B.
Saint Louis, MO
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi there!
Im Khia, and I'm 24 years old. I'm a college student majoring in Graphic Design. I've been CPR and First Aid certified and I also have experience with special needs. I'm originally from MS and I've been caring for children since I was about 11 years old. I've always enjoyed caring for kids of all ages, because they all...
Recent reviews:
5.0
Khia was awesome! Kiddo is already asking when she can be watched by her again.
Reviewed by Alayna A.
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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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I have been providing care primarily with children and those with special needs for around 15 years. I am experienced in providing care to children with autism, using the ABA model. In May of 2015 I got my Certified Nurse Assistant license and have been working in home healthcare since. I love working with families in their...
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My name is Lindsey and I am a student at WashU School of Medicine, working toward my Doctorate in Occupational Therapy! I recently graduated from SEMO with a degree in Health Sciences and a minor in Child Development. I have been working with kiddos of all ages for 9 years as a coach, camp counselor, and nanny. I have been a PCA...
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I am a very dependable, personable, organized, and kind person. I have years of experience caring for children and persons with various disabilities, handicaps, and disorders, including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger's, Tourette's, the elderly, ADD/ADHD, mental disorders, Alzheimer's/dementia, and much...
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I have experience MOSTLY with caring for children with ADHD, but have recently branched out to children with other disabilities while I have become for comfortable and gained more knowledge on how to care for special needs children. My first experience ever, was when I volunteered for special Olympics for kids between the ages...
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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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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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I graduated from Mizzou with my bachelor's in nursing and I am a registered nurse in Missouri. I spent 3 years as a tech at a Children's Hospital then a year as a nurse there in float pool so I worked with everything from diabetes, to feeding tubes to broviacs and ports, to neurological conditions such as CP and seizure...
Jennifer N.
Saint Louis, MO
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have All What It Takes, To Care For The Special Need Groups
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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint Louis, MO
Bonnie C.
5.0
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 her too hard, she stepped in. She made appointments and took mother to them. She made sure she ate, took meds, was bathed, and the house was...
- Niki R.
Madeline T.
5.0
She is absolutely fantastic! Wonderful with my 2 boys! Always reliable and conscientious. You won't find a better one!
- Katherine T.
Jolene H.
5.0
Our kids had a great time with Jolene! She was great with my 4 year old nephew who is nonverbal and my 2.5 year old niece had so much fun playing with her. 10/10 recommend Jolene!
- Gaby C.
Sheila B.
5.0
Sheila was a wonderful nanny. She was always punctual, organized, loving and cheerful. And she took great care of our boys. She was engaging and happy and that made for an engaging and happy baby. I was sad when she had to leave us. She certainly set the bar high for any future nannies! I would...
- Farheen R.
Michaelene B.
5.0
Michaelene is great. We never have to worry about anything happening to our child when we are out and she is watching him. Our son always gets a huge smile on his face and very excited when she comes to babysit him. I highly recommend her.
- Care member
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Ratings for Saint Louis, MO special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Saint Louis, MO are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 128 reviews of the 185 listed special needs caregivers.