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Emma G.


Bethalto, IL

$17-50/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi there! My name is Emma and I have a lot of experience in multiple types of caregiving. I work well with children, the elderly, and anyone with special needs. My previous jobs in care taking were: -Caretaking for an elderly couple with dementia in four hour shifts -A lifetime of babysitting for multiple different families...
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Julie W.


Alton, IL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Nurse Looking To Care For Your Loved One

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Im a retired Christian Nurse who has 25 yrs experience working in the health Care field . I come from a Military Family. I've worked in hospitals, Doctors offices, Long term care facilities, home health and addiction treatment facilities. I have worked with peds, geriatrics, hospice, dementia, special needs of every age level....
Julie can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Her nursing background was very helpful with my mom who had dementia and cancer. She really cares for the people she takes care of."

Pattie S.

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Olivia W.


Edwardsville, IL

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part/Full Time Caregiver/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Olivia. Growing up as the second youngest in a family of 9, I completely understand the need for an extra set of hands around the house. Cleaning, cooking, homework help, potty training; whatever it may be, I am passionate about working with Children and Children with Special Need and can help you and your family...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Olivia is one of the only people I trust with my 1 year old and 1 month old. She's the best sitter, always playing, singing, and teaching my little one. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of someone to love on their babies while they are away!"

Kayla M.

Hi! My name is Olivia . Growing up as the second youngest in a family of 9, I completely understand the need for an extra set of hands around the house. Cleaning, cooking, homework help, potty training; whatever it may be, I am passionate about working with Children and Children with Special Needs and can help you and your...
I have the pleasure of fulfilling the roles as sister, aunt, and friend which have allowed me to have lots of experience taking care of children with a variety of needs! Some of the tasks I am experienced in are taking children to and from school, preparing meals, facilitating activities, and monitoring/helping with homework....
Layla can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tori G.


Edwardsville, IL

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

I enjoy being around kids. I am comfortable around all ages of children to include newborns. I grow close with the families and still talk to families that no longer need me due to their kiddos growing up. I am CPR and first aid certified by the American heart association. I do have experience with kids who have special needs,...
Hi there, I'm Anastasia! I am looking for a job that I enjoy more which is why I came to this type of work. I would love to help make your life easier and assist! I have worked for people with special needs through DORS and Acumen. I have never worked with senior citizens, but I would love the opportunity. I currently work in...
Anastasia can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, errands
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Olivia W.


Edwardsville, IL

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver For Assisted Living Individuals

Hi! My name is Olivia and I am a private Senior Caregiver for assisted living individuals. I have the privilege of attending to the elderly and special needs community in their homes. I have gained great experience in working with individuals who have Autism, Dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Cerebral Palsy, tube feeds, epileptic...
Olivia can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, dementia, personal care, specialized care, mobility assistance & more
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Tori L.


Alton, IL

$19-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hey there! My name is Tori and I am 24 years old. I am taking a break from school, but am a year away from my degree in education. I have several years of experience babysitting children as well as children with special needs. I have also worked in both an elementary and middle school environment. At a job I had at a school, I...
Tori can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
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Anastasia B.


Edwardsville, IL

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Anastasia

I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician 3 days a week. I have also worked with a man through DORS who had epilepsy and developmental delays. I would love to talk with you about this opportunity.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have babysat and nannied for many children of all ages from infants to preteens since I was about 14. I have a 1-year-old niece and many young cousins. I have worked with special needs kids through tutoring, the special Olympics, and working at an autism clinic. I have experience in cleaning, cooking, yard work, tutoring, etc....
Callie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Callie is absolutely great! She babysat my daughter who loved her. Sometimes I would come home earlier than expected or would have to run home really quick before leaving again and they would always be playing a game, doing hair, painting, etc. I always came home...

Tiffany S.

Catie W.


Edwardsville, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter, Pet-Sitter, House-Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Catie and I am 22, studying Education and Biology at SIUe. I have been babysitting for years and have done nannying full time over the summers as well. I love kids so much! I have experience babysitting for children with special needs too (down syndrome and epilepsy). Previously, I have worked as a lifeguard for...
Catie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Sororial C.


Alton, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Funny Sitter

I have experience in special needs children I also provide care for DCFS for more then 20 years . I have a great love for helping children, I'm very dependable and responsible I have also been fingerprinted and I have a current background check through DCFS.
Sororial can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Catie W.


Edwardsville, IL

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Kind, Experienced, Education Student

I have experience with caring for special needs children (autism, down syndrome, epilepsy, and dyslexia). I have taken classes at SIUe about child development and education. I have experience as a caregiver for seniors with dementia as well.
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Rebecca H.


Granite City, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Becky

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient person who has approximately 30 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional tasks as needed. I'm able to provide a safe, and stable environment for your little ones. I have 2 adult...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

4.0
"Rebecca was great with our daughter and fur pets! We had a little hiccup in the day, but nothing we couldn't handle."

Delaney J.

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Shantelle B.


Florissant, MO

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Typical And Special Needs Children

Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Shantelle AKA Tellie. I have over 20 years experience caring for children of all ages from newborn to teenagers. I am also experienced with children with special needs ranging from delayed, developmental, behavioral and physical disabilities like feeding tubes etc.
Shantelle can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We love Shantelle! She is so great with my autistic children. Very patient, understanding and kind. "

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Paige G.


Florissant, MO

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Paige. I have 7 years of childcare experience with 1 year of professional experience. I have extensive experience in infant care, toddler care, and special needs care. A little about me: I am a 23-year-old graduate student pursuing my Masters of Social Work. I am a St. Louis native, and I enjoy reading, trying new...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Not only is Paige dependable and punctual, she also actively engages my daughter when babysitting, making for an overall satisfying experience. She is trustworthy and incredibly responsible. I've never had an unsavory experience with Paige, and my daughter echos...

Stefanie H.

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Shantelle B.


Florissant, MO

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked with many differnt disabled kids from behavior, down sydrome, and autism. I do night care for a family with 2 children one child typical and the other special need. I also can work in high demanding position and can time mange with more then 1 child. Great communication skills and always up for new challenges and wolud...
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Ann C.


Florissant, MO

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working with children for the last 17 plus years and I enjoy it. I started working at a Children's Home as a child care provider, and did that for 5-6 years. Then I went to teach a class full of 2 and 3-year-olds. One day I would like to open my own day care for special needs children. These past two years I have...
Ann can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Ms. Monique has been wonderful with our 3 kids, she watched them all summer last year, during school breaks and any other time that we needed her. She is very reliable and great at finding activities for them to do and will even bring supplies for these. If we...

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Faith G.


Florissant, MO

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

My 3 E's: Empathy, Education, And Enjoyment

Hello! My name is Faith. I have 4 years of experience serving at church with 3-5-year-olds. I also took 3 years worth of early childhood education courses and have worked in preschool and elementary classrooms. I grew up in a big family (6 siblings) with two brothers who have down syndrome, so I am mildly familiar with special...
Faith can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Faith is Awesome worker she is patient and understanding....work very well with my daughter... AMAZING PERSON!!!!"

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bethalto, IL

Julie W.

5.0

Her nursing background was very helpful with my mom who had dementia and cancer. She really cares for the people she takes care of.

- Pattie S.

Olivia W.

5.0

Olivia is one of the only people I trust with my 1 year old and 1 month old. She's the best sitter, always playing, singing, and teaching my little one. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of someone to love on their babies while they are away!

- Kayla M.

Callie K.

5.0

Callie is absolutely great! She babysat my daughter who loved her. Sometimes I would come home earlier than expected or would have to run home really quick before leaving again and they would always be playing a game, doing hair, painting, etc. I always came home to a house that was cleaner than...

- Tiffany S.

Rebecca H.

5.0

Rebecca was punctual and professional and got along well with our child. We will certainly consider hiring again.

- Joshua W.

Shantelle B.

5.0

We love Shantelle! She is so great with my autistic children. Very patient, understanding and kind.

- Care member

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