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Ann C.


Florissant, MO

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Ann is wonderful. She has watched our 2 children for us many times and we couldn’t be more satisfied with her. We have no worries when she’s there with them. She is an excellent communicator and always on time. Our children love playing with her. Our son has autism...

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Rebecca H.


Granite City, IL

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs, I Have You Covered.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked with a very pleasant young lady who had chromosome birth defects that left her non verbal and with a g button for feeding and all medicines. I worked with her for about 4 years at a paid level. Still see her at family functions. Any questions please ask.
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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, 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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Rhonda M.


Godfrey, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving, Mother Looking For Children To Babysit

4.3

(4)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have four children of my own. The last two I adopted are the most important things in the world to me. I did foster care for about 5 years before we adopted. I cared for all kinds of different types of children with different needs, a lot of them were special needs children. We enjoyed taking care of all the children we had...
Rhonda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Rhonda is the best child care provider EVER!! She has been caring for our daughter for over a year now and we when had our last girl we NEVER considered anyone else. We are an Air Force family and we are so grateful to have "Grandma" Rhonda!! Yes, she has pets but...

Beth S.

Hi. I am a 22-year-old living in Highland, IL. I enjoy working with kids and have spent many years doing so. I have babysat, worked as a substitute teacher, was a daycare assistant, and have worked in a special needs classroom. I enjoy challenging kids to better themselves everyday, while making sure they have lots of fun!
Kaili can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Main experience is babysitting elementary schoolers. I adore kiddos, and believe they're the future of this world. Growing up, I gained valuable experience caring for and teaching children through babysitting staff at my high school. I have a natural affinity for working with little ones, including those with special needs....
Cailey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I love caring for kids. I have a big family and I always took care of my nieces and nephews. I do have one daughter of my own that I take care of. I love taking care of disabled kids with special needs
Dianna can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Erricca H.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a 37-year-old with over 20 years of experience working with children, from newborns to 14-year-olds, including special needs up to age 11. My passion for kids is lifelong, and I believe in pouring into them now to shape their future. I'm a Christian and love teaching children about Christ in a loving environment. I'm also...
Erricca can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Emma M.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Emma Mom, Of 4

I am a CNA, L1MA, I am a dog trainer. I work with old people, young people, and all them between regular ones and furry ones. I have been doing it for many years and I used to work at the Emhuas homes where are special needs children live in a center
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Rayna T.


Florissant, MO

$13-27/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I have over 40 years experience with children. I have had children under my wings since a preteen but also have worked with children. I have worked at daycares as well as two school districts. I currently work for a school district for children with ranges from special needs, wheelchairs to emotional behaviors.
Rayna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I have worked with children in the past and I'm looking to further that. Previously I have worked with a special needs boy. I also grew up in a in home daycare helping caring for pets and kids of all ages. I am CPR certified and recently of my EMR (emergency medical responder) license! If you'd like to reach to me further and...
Keira can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Hi! My name is Lydia! Some of my experiences working with special needs is I grew up with a sister who had SMA, two younger siblings with Down Syndrome and a younger brother with Cerebral Palsy. I've helped take care of my sister who has SMA( spinal muscular atrophy) she needed lots of hands on care. So that meant I took her to...
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Fatuma M.


Florissant, MO

$25-31/hr4 yrs exp

Four years ago, I had a heartwarming experience working with special needs individuals. It required patience, encouragement, and repeated practice, but the joy and pride on their face when they finally succeeded were unforgettable. This experience not only highlighted the impact of my support and care but also deepened my...
I am 24 years old and the oldest of my siblings, so I have grown up watching and taking care of them. I am pet friendly, having three dogs of my own, and am not allergic to any animals as well. I am a very loving, caring, and patient person when it comes to children. I have volunteered with special needs children for about 3...
Katelynn can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jasper F.


Troy, IL

$24-30/hr2 yrs exp

Registered Behavioral Technician for 2 years with 2+ years of childcare. I'm experienced with caring for more than one child and have worked with newborns to teens. I've provided care for people with a variety of disabilities and needs. I'm able to adapt to your preferred parenting style and routines. CPR and first aid...
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Emma M.


Saint Louis, MO

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Emma Mom Of 4

I love kids especially the little ones my son is autistic. I've been dealing with autism for the last 17 years with my son so I do have experience in special-needs. I also used to work for the Emahas homes which dealt with special needs children.
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Kenna R.


Highland, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

I have worked with a few different special needs children. Down-syndrome, ADD+ADHD, Autistic, and child who are behind in reading, writing, speaking, and that have developmental issues. I have a huge heart for kiddos who do need that extra attention and 1on1 time!
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Andrew M.


Saint Louis, MO

$12-18/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Care Giver

Hi my name is Andrew. I have been working with individuals with disabilities for about 14 years now. My current occupation is I am a program supervisor for Magdala Foundation. Here I work with individuals who are developmentally disabled. I helped with paying bills grocery shopping daily chores medication pass All the Above. I...
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Brittney T.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny/Caregiver Available

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...
I have a special needs child, I have been an ER tech for 5 years, I am in nursing school. I prefer to be able to bring child to my home. I have a big backyard, with swing set, sandbox, trampoline & pool & inside I have a playroom of toys for children to learn. I will provide reading and activities for child to do. I am CPR...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bethalto, IL

Ann C.

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 didn’t have them signed up at summer...

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Faith G.

5.0

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

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Rhonda M.

5.0

Ms. Rhonda watched my boys for about 7 months before they started Kindergarten. One of the sweetest people I know! Felt like she loved my kiddos like her own. She worked with me on enforcing rules I set, encouraging good manners and behaviors. Very good with communicating with me if any issues...

- Meghan B.

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