Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Granite City, IL

I am a single mom of a 9-year-old boy. I work full time, but am needing extra money. I am available in the evenings/nights/weekends/days off to assist in babysitting, special needs care, pet sit/walk, help running errands, housekeeping, etc. I have worked many jobs taking care of kids, elderly, and people w physical and mental...

Jessica can also help with: Errands, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning

Skills:

CNA

Catie W.

Edwardsville, IL

$15/hr • 6 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Grace H.

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Teacher-Nanny Available Full Or Part Time!

5.0

(1)

I am 35 years old, live in St. Louis City. Education: Experience: From 18-21, co-owned a company providing specialized care to kids w/ special needs Teach For America in 2014 teaching 3rd grade in St. Louis Public Schools Taught 8 yrs, specializing in trauma-responsive strategies & social justice ed Education...

Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0

"Grace has cared for my 3, 5, and 7 year olds several times since they were babies. She is amazing with multiple kids, given all of her experience as a classroom teacher. She uses whole brain techniques and is well trained in working with neuro divergent kiddos....

Care member

Janet K.

$10-15/hr • 10 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"I called Janet at 9 pm (the night before) to babysit the following morning beginning at 7 am. She was extremely pleasant and very easy to work with in terms of availability/flexibility (which was VERY MUCH APPRECIATED). She spent 8.5 hours with my 4 year old...

Marla S.

Lisa A.

$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Activity Assistant/caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with psych, currently working with the Alzheimer's Dementia residents I have experience with advanced Alzheimer's dementia certification. I am currently working with down syndrome residents as well with residents who are ambulatory. I have a recent copy of background check upon request.

5.0

"Lisa has been a blessing for our family. We have 2 sons that she takes care of for us before school. One of our sons is a child with Autism, non-verbal, and can be difficult at times. She jumped right in to take the job, and has done an amazing job with our boys....

Katie B.

Abbi B.

Dupo, IL

$16-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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."

Care member

Carey E.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available For Nights And Weekends!

5.0

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a great, experienced Nanny look for a family to care for. I have 10 plus years of experience with caring for children newborn and up. Experience with children with special needs. Knowledgeable in child development and age appropriate learning. Enjoy doing crafts, outside time, field trips, music time.

Carey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"As a first time Mom, relinquishing the care of my newborn child was the scariest thing I could have imagined. After interviewing 10+ nannies, I found Carey on Care.com. As a career nanny, she had the perfect amount of experience, maturity, knowledge and...

Blair S.

Melissa P.

Maryland Heights, MO

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Would Love to Be Someone Full Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have work and is still working for the mentally ill. I have been on my job for 28 years. I am train in C. P. Rand First Aid, OIG, have work with people in wheelchairs. I also am train on how to take blood sugars. I love working with the elderly who needs help. I love my Job. Looking for something more one on one. I work with...

5.0

"Melissa is phenomenal. I am a quadriplegic. I travel alone. My wife contacted her to help me. Absolutely professional. I will be using her every time I come to St. Louis. Very grateful for her selflessness and unconditional service while I was in St. Louis."

Shondell H.

Mary S.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

I have worked with children in various capacities for 15 years and am particularly drawn to those families dealing with special needs. Aside from that particular passion, working with children in general is rewarding no matter what the circumstances are. I enjoy taking the time to get to know them and what makes them unique as...

Shantelle B.

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Typical And Special Needs Children

5.0

(22)

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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0

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

Care member

Faith G.

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

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

5.0

(1)

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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance

Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0

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

Care member

Julie W.

Alton, IL

$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Retired Nurse Looking To Care For Your Loved One

5.0

(1)

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: Dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more

Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Licensed Nurse

CNA

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.

Danielle K.

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Nurse & Adenturer Looking To Help

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a lifetime of experience helping people. I can help with just about any side work needed. I have experience with special needs, 7+ years as a registered nurse, and am a great cook. I'd love to help where it's needed!

Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"We have hired Danielle twice to babysit our toddler and she is a total natural with kids. She was professional, friendly and great with our little girl. Would absolutely hire her again!"

Alison K.

Kelsey K.

$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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

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

Maya S.

Amanda C.

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher/ Nanny

5.0

(6)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently with a family Tuesday / Wednesday and Thursday . I do bring my 4-year-old boy along and have been with the same family six months now. I was introduced to my previous family after word of mouth from my previous two. I'm looking for long term but short is ok too. I can provide a strong resume and recommendations. I am...

Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Amanda has been nannying for our family for over a year. She started off watching my oldest when he was a toddler and started taking care of my youngest shortly after he was born. She has a ton of childcare experience and is comfortable watching children across all...

Care member

Abigail B.

$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Fun And Creative Sitter!

5.0

(2)

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

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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...

Courtney P.

Bonnie C.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of a 36-year-old daughter who has Down syndrome. I have worked in the past as a job developer, as well as a job coach for the St. Louis ARC. I also worked as an ISL employee caring for individuals with special needs in their home. I have also worked for an agency providing care to seniors in their home. I have...

Bonnie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0

"I can't say enough great things about Bonnie. She is caring, gentle and knowledgeable. Bonnie was a true advocate for my mother. When PT and OT were working her too hard, she stepped in. She made appointments and took mother to them. She made sure she ate, took...

Niki R.

Shantelle B.

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Provider

5.0

(1)

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...

Marsette J.

Belleville, IL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

4.8

(16)

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, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel

Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Marsette is absolutely wonderful. She put my mind at ease being a first time mother. She's very punctual, professional and warm. My son took an immediate liking to her. She is now my Go to sitter."

Nicole C.

Paige G.

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)