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Special needs caregivers in Galena, IL

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Dayna L.


Galena, IL

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Provider

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I have worked the last six years with children, adolescents, and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. Currently, I am working on obtaining my Master's in Clinical Psychology.
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Brandi S.


Galena, IL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

My first job was babysitting. I enjoy being around people and care deeply for them. I have 4 biological children plus 3 bonus children. I stated working in 2013 with individual with disabilities and loved doing it. Ive worked in a daycare setting, even did private daycare.
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Kimberly C.


Dubuque, IA

$8-13/hr2 yrs exp

Caring, Respectful And Trustworthy Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy helping others and have worked with children, special need clients and clients needing assistance with meds, bathing, laundry, cleaning and other household tasks.
Kimberly can also help with: Errands, meal prep, respite care, transportation, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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Bria T.


Dubuque, IA

$19/hr3 yrs exp

Student Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a student at Emmaus Bible College majoring in ESL education grades k-12. So during the week I will be in school. But I am available in the mornings to help if needed as well as chauffeur. People say I have a bubbly caring personality. I used to take care of my little sisters every afternoon and since moving to college I...
Bria can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Bria was amazing with the kids-they LOVE her! She is super sweet! They have all requested that we have her babysit again soon! ☺️"

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Kimberly C.


Dubuque, IA

$18-35/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Professional And Nurturing Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 25 years of experience providing care and instruction for special needs children and young adults and have worked at a childcare center with ages infant to school age. I am professional, reliable and enjoy helping and working with people of all ages.
5.0
"I would highly recommend Kimberly. She has been working with my special-needs daughter for many years, she is conscientious, dependable, kind and fun!"

Molly D.

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Kimberly C.


Dubuque, IA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have 25 years experience working with children and young adults. I have worked for a local nonprofit with special needs clients for 25 years and have worked at a daycare for four years. I am a mother to three daughters. My availability is a bit limited but if you need an occasional babysitter or occasional services, I might be...
Kimberly can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Melanie S.


Dubuque, IA

$5-15/hr6 yrs exp

Available For Summer Nanny Position

I enjoy working with children. I am open to any situation from tutoring, nannying, and occasional babysitting. I go to Clarke University and seeking a major in Elementary Education with endorsements in special education, middle school, science and reading. I have a passion working with kids from birth to middle school. I have...
I have multiple years of experience as a CNA in nursing homes, a nanny, a babysitter, as well as a part time care giver for my brother with special needs. I am moving to Highlands Ranch in middle January and am looking for a job outside of my Tuesday/Thursday classes.
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

I have been babysitting since I was 11 so I have a total of about 9 years under my belt. It started out as me watching my little brother then expanded to my younger cousins and so on. I have since then taken interest in working with all types of children even those with learning issues all the way to mentally handicap. I have...
Chalet can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more

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