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Special needs caregivers in Creve Coeur, IL

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Hayley H.


Creve Coeur, IL

$14-15/hr16 yrs exp

Toddler Mom With Tons Of Experience.

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a stay at home mom going back to school online. My daughter and I enjoy visiting the local parks, painting, drawing, building towers with blocks and reading books. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages with an emphasis in working with children who have special needs. I have worked in...
Hayley can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

As an elementary school teacher and former day care teacher, I have experience with ages birth-12 years old. I am very good at making connections with kids and developing a mutual respect. I have personal experience with electronic-free care, special needs care, illness care, behavioral care and more. I love watching children...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Savannah B.


Peoria, IL

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Children's Therapist With Medical Background

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a special needs nanny certified as a children's behavioral therapist specializing in autism. I am also certified in CPR, Basic life support, child safety, mandated reporting, & crisis intervention. Just prior to my job as a therapist at easterseals, I worked as an Emergency Medical Technician on ambulances at AMT...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My kids have loved having her. Has fun crafts for them to do every day after school which they look forward to. Keeps them on track with homework and chores but has structured fun activities for them that keeps them off their devices. It has been a joy having her. "

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Stephanie O.


Peoria, IL

$19/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dear Family, My previous life and work experience make me an excellent candidate to provide childcare services to your family. I am a proud mother of an amazing 10-year-old boy. I am a certified Behavior Therapist since June 2018 and have spent the last 2. 5 years providing intensive behavior therapy to children with special...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Stephanie was an amazing nanny to our family for 9 months. She was wonderful with our two 4 year old children with Down syndrome as well as our elementary aged boys after school. She was hands on and would bring crafts and games to play and interact with them. She...

Trisha R.

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Johanna W.


Pekin, IL

$15-100/hr7 yrs exp

In search of a Nanny position

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I currently nanny and clean residentially and commercially. I am always looking for side jobs! My most availability is on weekends and in evenings. I had an in-home daycare of 7 kiddos for almost 4 years. I started nannying my 10-week-old twin god sons and that blossomed into caring for other families. Since then I...
Johanna can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have known Johanna for several years and have observed her as a pet sitter, child and adult care provider, and most recently as a mom! Johanna is a loving and kind care provider, be it a child or adult. Her primary care and focus is for the safety, health and...

Sharon R.

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Stephanie O.


Peoria, IL

$10-15/hr

Care-giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dear Family, My previous life and work experience make me an excellent candidate to provide child care services for your family. I am focused, caring, patient and creative. It is my goal is to be a life-long learner and use my talents to provide tender-loving care to children and families, and help children learn and excel in...
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Ariel G.


Peoria, IL

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Ariel and I'm a 3rd grade teacher. I am an energetic, reliable, and compassionate person who loves working with children! My passion is working with children and creating personal relationships and experiences through play. My job experiences include: -3rd grade teacher in Palos Heights -Camp counselor for 5...
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Savannah B.


Peoria, IL

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

My Experience

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Behavioral therapist for children with autism, I help to teach them skills that help them to better achieve their goals. This is not a nanny position, however the job encompasses all of the same responsibilities, I care for children all day long in a school like setting. As a children's therapist I carry out these similar...
5.0
"Savannah in my opinion is just perfect babysitter, she is sweet, very reliable, punctual, creative and trustworthy. My daughter just loves her and love to spend time with her. With Savannah being your babysitter you won't have to be worried about your child or if...

Mike J.

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Michelle B.


Morton, IL

$14-18/hr5 yrs exp

Catetaker

I was a caretaker for three years of adults with special needs and have also cared for elderly adults, several with Dementia. I've been told I was especially patient and encouraging for both the individuals and families I've cared for. I understand this can be an especially difficult season of life for these individuals to...
Michelle can also help with: Respite care, transportation, errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Patricia G.


Peoria, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I worked in a developmentally disabled adult facility as well as individual group homes for many years. I'm very familiar with the care involved with special needs.
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Michelle B.


Peoria, IL

$29-32/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Experienced home health care, geriatric, special needs, intellectual development disability (IDD) and Alzheimers/dementia registered nurse available to care for your loved one in your home. If you are working, have to work out of town for a couple days, or need respite care, I would love to stay with your loved one. I have a...
Michelle can also help with: Errands, companionship, respite care, specialized care, transportation, dementia & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Elizabeth B.


Peoria, IL

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Growing up, I've always loved working with kids. I've been babysitting children of all ages since I was about 13, so for about 7 years now. I also have about 5 years of experience working with children with special needs in addition to my babysitting experience. I'm a non-smoker, I have my own reliable car, and I love...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Bethany A.


Peoria, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

CNA With 20+ Years Experience

New mother with over 20 years experience working with children as well as experienced with special needs populations. Has a degree in Communications Disorders and Sciences, worked in daycare and home setting. 2 years as a CNA working in child mental health. Currently working toward nursing school and trying to make additional...
Bethany can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Alecia A.


Peoria Heights, IL

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT, BLS/CPR CERTIFIED

I have experience with many different individuals. I currently work for Carle health 3x a week as my primary job. I am looking to go back into home health as a secondary. I have helped individuals whom have experienced: Dementia/ Alzheimer's, diabete's, stroke, autism, seizures, blind, deaf, amputee/ prosthetics, sensory...
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Susan C.


Peoria, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time Care Giver With 2 M.A.'s In Education And 23 Years Of Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 beautiful children who are now grown adults. In addition, I have taught children in grade's K-12 for over 26 years. I hold an M. A. in Educational Leadership, an M. A. in Art, and a B. A. in Art Education. I am an expert with all learning styles, needs, and levels; From special needs to gifted. One of my own...
Susan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Cilecia R.


Peoria, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

I've been a CNA for 14 years. I've worked with the elderly, high risk pregnancies and behavioral health. I am currently working in social work with children. I have a lot of personal and professional experience in numerous areas. I am raising a child with special needs and a teen. I'm a full time mother and full time worker. If...
Cilecia can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, meal prep, respite care, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

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Kailly R.


Peoria, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have been occasionally babysitting for the past 10 years. More recently, most of my care experience is with children ages 2-9, along with a background in working with kids, teens, and adults with special needs and disabilities. In my spare time, I enjoy rock climbing, spending time outside, and watching movies.
Kailly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Madisson B.


Peoria, IL

$13-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Madisson (Maddi). I am in my junior year of nursing school at Methodist College of Nursing. I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant, BLS certified, and have a few years experience on the fire department. I have provided care to kids ages 18mo-12+. I have a lot of additional experience with kids and adults with...
Madisson can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Sara P.


Peoria, IL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Five Years Of Experience

Hi there! I have my paraprofessional certificate and have worked in public and private schools for five years. I have experience with elementary to early 20s. I have nannied for a child with ADD and one with autism. In the school setting, I have worked with many different students from those with autism to those with Down's...
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Breann M.


Peoria, IL

$14-20/hr3 yrs exp

I have experience watching children of special needs. I have watched a 13-year-old boy with cerebral palsy. I have also watch a 10-year-old boy with Down syndrome for 3 years.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Creve Coeur, IL

Savannah B.

5.0

My kids have loved having her. Has fun crafts for them to do every day after school which they look forward to. Keeps them on track with homework and chores but has structured fun activities for them that keeps them off their devices. It has been a joy having her.

- Care member

Stephanie O.

5.0

Stephanie was an amazing nanny to our family for 9 months. She was wonderful with our two 4 year old children with Down syndrome as well as our elementary aged boys after school. She was hands on and would bring crafts and games to play and interact with them. She even made us routine charts for the...

- Trisha R.

Johanna W.

5.0

Johanna was very sweet! Cared for my 3yo daughter. She was on time, quick to respond when I would message and had everything picked up by the time I got home which is always nice and did a great job with my daughter.

- Savanah T.

Savannah B.

5.0

Savannah in my opinion is just perfect babysitter, she is sweet, very reliable, punctual, creative and trustworthy. My daughter just loves her and love to spend time with her. With Savannah being your babysitter you won't have to be worried about your child or if he/she is watching cartoons....

- Mike J.

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