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Good at cleaning and dealing with all statistic children have experience with feeding tubes and with other special needs that children would need
Need last minute help. Run errands. Pickup prescriptions, meds, groceries. Need assistance after surgery, or dr appt. Give me a call. Same day, next day, or planned. Thank you.
Jill G.
Waterloo, IL
$35/hr • 2 yrs exp
Compassionate And Experienced Senior Caregiver - Providing Personalized Support And Companionship
Experienced and compassionate caregiver with over 10 years of experience in pit bull rescue and a strong passion for caring for children and animals. Dedicated and reliable, with a deep understanding of the needs of both children and animals.
- Provided care and support for rescued pit bulls for over 10 years, including...
Jill can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel
Tammy W.
Waterloo, IL
$15-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi! I am off from teaching high school in Missouri for the summer. I am a certified special education teacher. I have experience working with kids with special needs at all levels. My two children will be going into 8th and 9th grade at Waterloo in the Fall. We have dogs and cats. I have been around other animals, too. I like...
Tammy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Early Education
3.7
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children since I was 13 years old and I am now 26. I have experience with children from newborn- 15 years old, also have experience with special needs children. I have no problem doing extra activities for your family and children. I also have worked with elderly for the past 6 years. I love to care for...
Kennedee can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Kennedee was great with my kiddos! They're already asking when she will come back!"
Mick S.
4.8
(16)
Hired by 26 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Marsette is great - reliable, experienced, flexible, great with the kids. I recommend her without reservation!"
Jane D.
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
Karina M.
Belleville, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring Loving Energetic And All About Education At Any Age
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am the Eldest of 3 and raised by a single mother who owned an in home daycare for 20+ years now as well as being a foster parent that meant at a very young age I was already helping take care of children throughout the years I worked with my mom and also maintained education 18 I got my first real job with a company for Autism...
Karina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Karina watched my young daughter and twin toddler boys ft and was always reliable, pleasant, and a joy. She took care of their needs, picked up after the kids so I never came home to mess made while I was gone, she did interacted play time with them (not just have...
Desiree L.
5.0
(2)
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...
My name is Layne and I've had 8+ years experience working with children. Over the years I've worked in Sunday school classes, I've coached all star cheer and assisted on a special needs team, I've baby sat a variety of ages and currently work with preschool age children. I am an RBT at a local autism clinic and have my CPR &...
Layne can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alexandria E.
Belleville, IL
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I'm Ally! I'm A Home Health Aid, And Excited To Get To Know Your Family!
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene, and companionship! I'm looking forward to meeting the new families!
I have worked with kids with autism and other learning disabilities for the past five years. During the school year I work at school for autism in Maplewood Missouri. I have had lots of experience with older and younger kids. I also have had lots of experience with potty training, aggressive behaviors, sleep therapy and feeding...
I have been caring for children since I was 17 years old. I started with the nieces and nephews that I have. I have six now (who half are mostly grown up). One of my first long term jobs required me to be a nanny with a set of twins for a doctor and his lawyer wife. I was their nanny for a year. Just recently, I was working at a...
Joanna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Kaylee S.
Belleville, IL
$15-20/hr
I'm a very patient, friendly individual who is looking for a caregiver. I may look small but I'm pretty strong so don't worry about my ability to lift :)
I have been a speech-language pathologist for 4 years, and I specialize in neurodiversity-affirming therapy for individuals ages 4+. I am currently a teletherapist for public schools across Illinois. I recently started taking on private clients through my practice Authentic: Speech Therapy, LLC. I see clients in-home or via...
Lacee M.
Belleville, IL
$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp
I'd describe my personality as caring, fun, and dedicated.
I like caring for people with special needs because I love to feel like I'm helping people and making an impact on everyone's life. I have learned a lot through experience from jobs and my own family.
I started caring for people with special needs when I was 17 and...
I have spent a large amount of time in the medical field. I am currently a certified EMT with background in hospital care, private in home care, and specialized training in at home medication administration.
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
I've completed my associates degree for elementary education. I was an animal care taker at a vet clinic from 2018 to 2023, so I adore pets. I enjoy conversation, playing, and caring for children! I'm a family babysitter who has experience from infants and up. I've nannied for three families from care. com over 5 years and a...
Cristinia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
Jenifer M.
Mascoutah, IL
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have worked for the same company for 10 years. I help with everything needed. I worked in group home settings and have done one on one care.
I am currently an RBT at a local autism clinic. I have experience with preschool age children along the spectrum.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hecker, IL
Kennedee A.
5.0
Kennedee was great with my kiddos! They're already asking when she will come back!
- Mick S.
Marsette J.
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.
Abbi B.
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
Karina M.
5.0
Karina was a blessing to my family. My kiddos came to me in December (foster kiddos) and one little guy struggled with some big behaviors. We tried daycare which we struggled with and then Karina entered our lives. She was amazing from day one! She provided structure and a loving environment for...
- Ashley C.
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