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Kelly W.

Seniors Are Special

Platte City, MO

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
respite care
I'm Kelly and I've been providing personal care and companionship for clients and have excellent references. I have the experience to help clients with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's as well as special needs. I pride myself on being a godly woman of good character and integrity. I'm a very responsible, caring, and...

Annie D. says "Kelly was awesome she texted and sent me photos of updates of how my babies was doing I'm kind of a helicopter mom with texts I don't have sitters a lot I...

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Platte City, MO

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm a mature in age mother of a son with high functioning autism at 26. I'm a very responsible, compassionate and fun- loving, high energy caregiver, who's patient and reliable. I have cared for multiple special needs clients in the last 9 years, some being on the spectrum and autism with verbal limits. What I can...
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Platte City, MO

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
For over a decade, I've dedicated myself to nurturing children's growth and development. My passion lies in making a positive impact on young lives while supporting families with reliable care. I am patient, creative, and approachable, ensuring a fun and safe environment for your children. I have a college degree, along with...
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Professional Babysitter/Part-Time Nanny

Lansing, KS

4.8(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I like to go to the pool, park, and zoo with my son. We also play board games and a few different video games on the Xbox and PC. We have 2 small dogs and a cat. I have a bachelors in early childhood education and experience with children from infants to school-age, including special needs and behavioral needs. My last place...

Angi S. says "Although we did not go with Juanita for our main child care need, we will consider her for other future needs. She was punctual, an excellent communicator...

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Lansing, KS

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Isabela (izy). I am currently a senior in high school. I get out of school at 3:00 p.m. ( occasionally earlier if needed). I previously worked at a nursing home in bonner spring. I am very familiar with watching/taking care of children. I have a perfectly safe car if needed to be used. I have a cat and previously...
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Kind And Caring

Camden Point, MO

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$15/hr
I have friends that are special needs. I absolutely love caring for my friends and helping them as much as I can.
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Emma C.'s Photo

Lansing, KS

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I have worked with kids who have been diagnosed with ASD and behavioral difficulties. This also included experience with ABA.
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Personal Care Attendant Looking For Work With Elderly Or Special Needs Children.

Kansas City, KS

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$12/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
live-in home care
personal care
respite care
I am 38 years old and new to the area and have been in the medical field for 20 years. I have a wide range of experience from working with severe patients on hospice to light house keeping and companionship. I am certified in working with people with traumatic brain injuries teaching them how to live with their brain injuries. I...
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Leavenworth, KS

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Errands
dementia
hospice services
respite care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Randi. I work caring for adults with special needs and the elderly. I have worked with individuals with Alzheimer's. I am interested in working closer to home (Leavenworth) on a part time basis. About me: I am a Christian and active member of my church. I majored in art and minored in psychology in college. I'm...
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Kansas City, KS

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$24/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Lily and I would love to meet your kiddos!! I love having fun and finding new projects and experiences for your little ones. I have worked with all ages, including newborns & special needs children. Most recently, I am currently a nanny to 3 littles under 5, and have been with them for 2 years!
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The Cool Babysitter!

Leavenworth, KS

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with anything the kids or family needs. I have a car and driver's license. I am currently in college so I'm available most weekends. I graduated high school in December of 2022. I love kids and I'm studying elementary biology as of right now in college. I have experience with all kinds of...
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Leavenworth, KS

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$15/hr
11 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
**part-time availability for summer 2026** Babysat for family friends, ranging from infant -13. Nannied twin 8-year-olds, taking them to and from school for one year in 2020 May 2021- Sept 2024: experience as a direct support worker for an adult with special needs. I enjoy engaging activities, such as crafts and board...
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Mother Of Toddler Who Had Medical Needs

Leavenworth, KS

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$20/hr
Hello! I am interested in helping a special needs child part time. I have a 1. 5-year-old who had infant heart surgery. When we brought her home I had to manage her gtube, oxygen, 8 medications, injections as well as her weekly PT, OT, Speech, feeding therapy appointments. Now she is thriving, walking, talking, eating orally...
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Leavenworth, KS

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$11/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a certified teacher, I teach fourth grade at Lansing intermediate school. I have taught for a total of three years before moving to Lansing schools. I have worked at two different daycares (Kiddi Kollege and Little treasures Learning center), I am CPR/AED/ and infant CPR certified. I am also have a lot of experience with...
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Kansas City, KS

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
My name is April and I have a masters in child development and almost 10 years experience working with infants that have developmental delays. Part of my role was to give children therapy and help them make progress in any of the following domains: cognitive, expressive and receptive language, social emotional, and self help...
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BCBA

Leavenworth, KS

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I am a Board Certified Behavior analyst and have experience with autism, downs syndrome, eating disorders, pervasive developmental disorder, ODD, ADHD and many more acronyms that are associated with our friends needing additional care.
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Leavenworth, KS

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling, have experience with special needs children. I've been with Army CYS for 7 yrs and worked in the school with special needs children for 4 years before that.
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Very Experienced

Kansas City, KS

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a 39-year-old woman. I have been in the health care field for 25yrs. I was a behavior support coordinator making behavior support plans for all ages as well as communication devices. I have worked in home settings as well as residential. I am observant and patient. I understand the needs of each individual person and...
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Kansas City, KS

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Amanda Noël. I have 10+ years of nanny experience. Six of those years (over the summers in high school and college) was spend with one family until the kids got old enough to watch themselves! I have worked with children who have special needs as well as families with children in the foster care system. I am...
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Experienced Older Sitter Available For PT/Occasional Help (Including Overnights)

Kansas City, KS

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I enjoy laughing, learning, playing cards/games, reading, watching TV/movies/sports, music, nature, travel and walks. I have a degree in human services and completed a lot of graduate courses in counseling. I've spent my life working in education (K-higher ed) and social services, including over 20 years helping people of all...
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