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Special needs caregivers in East Saint Louis, IL

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Taylor L.


East Saint Louis, IL

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Former Applied Behavioral Analysis Behavioral Technician

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Hello, I am a college student earning my associates in Business Administration at SWIC. I have experience with children of every age and gender, as well as, experience taking care of children with disabilities. From October 2019- February 2022 I worked at Center for Autism and Related Disorders as a behavioral therapist,...
I have 10 plus years working with special need people off and on. I provide support with daily living. I enjoy caring for people . Caring and helping people was my calling and I love it.
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Janet K.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Full To Part-Time Caregiver

4.7

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified Early Childhood and Elementary teacher who is retired. My expertise is working with infants, toddlers, and young children. I have experience working with children with special needs and developmental delays. I have worked with children and their families in the school setting and providing quality care for...
Janet can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Janet became our full time nanny when our daughter was about 14 weeks old. My husband and I had just moved to St. Louis from Europe and I we were both starting (or had just started) new jobs. Our baby was still very colicky at this time and I was nursing her full...

Alba B.

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Kelsey K.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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...
Kelsey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We had the absolute pleasure of having Kelsey work with our family for nearly 3 years. Over that time, she was 100% reliable and never left us in a situation where we had to scramble for back-up care. Most importantly, our children (nearly 4 and 2) love and adore...

Emily B.

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Kate R.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Responsible, Retired, Loves Kids

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I love kids and can't imagine a more enjoyable way to spend my time. Retired since 1/22 and I have been caring for my "bestie" (grandniece born Nov 2021) two days a week since then. I also have nieces ages 5, 7 and 9, and an 11-year-old nephew, all of whom I care for when needed. I have raised one child of my own and two...
Kate can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kate was amazing with our 1 year old! She kept him entertained and put him down for bed with no problem. Can't wait to have her back!"

Kristi L.

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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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Abigail B.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Fun And Creative Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As the oldest of five kids, I've been around kids my whole life. I started babysitting for people outside my family at the age of 12, and have continued on since then! I have experience with children with special needs, multiples, and large numbers of kids! I have a passion for inspiring creativity in kids and encouraging them...
Abigail can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I love how much she enjoys my children. She has a calm and also fun sense about her. I often came home to cakes made and fun had."

Courtney D.

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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: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Becky was very caring and engaged with the the boys. She really tried to get to know their personalities and meet them on their level. "

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Kristen F.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello! My name is Kristen and I live in St Louis, MO. I am very passionate about offering quality care, having fun & being silly! I have 15+ years of experience with childcare, running leisure activities and assisting with activities of daily living while encouraging growth. I've worked in school, camp, and in -home settings....
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Marsette J.


Belleville, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Up And Coming In Home Daycare Belleville Location.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a individual that loves children. I have been watching children since the age of 13 years old. I love what I do. The children ages range from 6 week to 17 years of age. I have also been a school bus driver since 2002. And now I am working with students ages 16 - 25 years old. As of 8/20/12, I am also working with Special...
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Alyssa L.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver, Babysitter, Housekeeper

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! are you looking for a part-time caregiver, babysitter, or simply someone to keep the children entertained? look no further! I am familiar with caring for children ranging from infant to 16 years of age. I truly enjoy caring for children and learning about their individual personalities. I have to admit I am a bit of a...
Alyssa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Alyssa is an Amazing baby sitter! We were fortunate to find her and have her as our primary sitter/nanny for over a year while in Las Cruces. The only sad part about our family moving to Dallas is that we can't bring Alyssa along. She not only watched our kids but...

Victor C.

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Abbi B.


Dupo, IL

$16-50/hr4 yrs exp

I am 20 years old, currently in college for Speech-Language Pathology, and have lots of experience with children ranging in age from infants and toddlers to pre-teens!
5.0
"Abbi is a natural with children. She teaches Vacation Bible School every summer and serves in her church nursery. She’s well spoken and sweet- and children adore her."

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Marsette J.


Belleville, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hired by 28 families in your neighborhood

Do you need a travel nanny/person for business or vacation, odd days of Care, flexibility, overnight stays or care, date nights, errand runs, etc. Contact me. I am willing to provide the care that is needed for your little one or ones. I care for children from newborn up. I am willing to come to your home to do childcare. I have...
Marsette can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marsette is great - reliable, experienced, flexible, great with the kids. I recommend her without reservation!"

Jane D.

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Christine P.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-34/hr3 yrs exp

Creative End Of Life Doula With Dementia Focus

I love taking care of children and have an 8-year-old daughter of my own. I am familiar with Montessori education and the special needs of those with neurodivergence and autism. I am CPR and first aid certified.
Christine can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
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Jariah H.


Collinsville, IL

$15-24/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Efficient

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Jariah. I am a part-time college student and was also recently released from duty in the United States Army. I have worked in the childcare industry for almost five years now. My mother is a licensed daycare provider and I worked for her. However, now that I am a young adult I am looking to branch out. Kids...
Jariah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I'm a Nurse Assistant , nanny/babysitter, housekeeper & certified inhomecare provider . I can provide services from Infant to seniors no problem. I'm hands on, very attentive, very patient , adaptive and strong minded and I work efficiently with children, adults of all ages and special needs. Including pets! experience working...
Desiree can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

CPR

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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Ashley E.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr16 yrs exp

Nanny Seeking New Family

I'm a licensed hair stylist that left my career to due to carpal tunnel. I have 16 plus years of experience caregiving off and on. I was a teacher in an infant toddler class for 2 yrs and spent 5 years with 3-5-year-olds, sometimes school aged children. I nannied for a family with a toddler and triplet. I nannied for a family of...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Felicia K.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Full-time Or Live-In Caregiver For Aging Parent / Senior Caregiver/HHA Non-Medical

I enjoy the companionship with the patient along with the family as a caregiver, I can communicate with them in giving the best care for their loved one. I can also follow a plan of care advised by a doctor or a nurse as required. I like being responsible and reaching goals as well as being instrumental in the patients daily...
Felicia can also help with: Respite care, live-in home care, personal care, visiting physician, dementia, home modification & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Saint Louis, IL

Janet K.

5.0

Janet became our full time nanny when our daughter was about 14 weeks old. My husband and I had just moved to St. Louis from Europe and I we were both starting (or had just started) new jobs. Our baby was still very colicky at this time and I was nursing her full time, pumping at work. Janet's...

- Alba B.

Kelsey K.

5.0

My son loved her so much he immediately wanted her to babysit again :)

- Maya S.

Kate R.

5.0

Kate was absolutely wonderful with our son. He instantly gravitated to her and slept soundly through the night after playing all afternoon. Kate was easy going and a great communicator.

- Care member

Abigail B.

5.0

My three daughters adore Abby. She has cared for them on many occasions (from the time they were very little) and is still their favorite babysitter to date. She is creative, caring, fun, and responsible and we would highly recommend her to any family we know (and have on more than one occasion!).

- Courtney P.

Rebecca H.

5.0

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

- Joshua W.

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