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Sarah H.


Mapleton, IL

$17/hr4 yrs exp

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I am 25 years old. I am a paraprofessional in Peoria county. I have been a teachers aide for 3 1/2 years working with kids from kindergarten to 4th grade. I also have experience working with special needs children. I am looking to be a full time nanny while working on my teaching degree online. I also have a 2-year-old nephew &...
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Stephanie O.


Peoria, IL

$19/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Johanna is very dependable, trustworthy, detailed oriented and determined. She has many years of experience in medical, senior care, child care and more. She is the only person who I would trust my children with on a daily basis. She is well known in our home town...

Jessica M.

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Stephanie O.


Peoria, IL

$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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Sarah F.


Pekin, IL

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I am currently in search of a nanny position beginning in January. I am 18 and graduating high school in December and I have over 5 years of experience. I have experience with very young infants through around 12 years old, and a variety of special needs kiddos. In fall of 2025 I will be attending college majoring in...
Sarah can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sara P.


Peoria, IL

$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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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:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Breann M.


Peoria, IL

$15-20/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.
Hi! My name is Sydney, I study health sciences at UIUC while working towards a bachelors in nursing. I would consider myself to be a patient, organized, and fun individual, and often spend my free time watching movies, baking, reading, and going on walks. I own my own car and have experience in babysitting young children, teens,...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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: Mobility assistance, personal care, companionship, meal prep, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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Olivia A.


Peoria, IL

$15-40/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hello, I'm Olivia! I'm a senior at ISU and I'm studying to get my bachelor's degree and be a special education teacher (3-21) but have a special interest in early ed as well (pre-k through 2nd). I am most comfortable with children with ADD, ADHD, autism, and down syndrome, but I am always willing to learn more!
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Hayley H.


Creve Coeur, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Kindergarden Mom With Tons Of Experience.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a stay at home mom completing my bachelors degree 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

Child Development, Child Care Services (Certificate): Experienced professional dedicated to helping patients meet potential to function in society. Possesses excellent social and interpersonal communication skills to encourage patient comfort and relaxation. Skilled at coaching special needs individuals to achieve greater...
Dorothy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello My name is Shannen. I am looking for a babysitting job. I am currently a college student attending two night classes at ICC two days a week. I have my CPR license and I love taking care of children. I have 7+ years of experience with taking care of children from newborns to 17 years old. I am 18 years old I have my license...
Shannen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ariel G.


Peoria, IL

$15-17/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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Cheryl M.


Tremont, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Care For My Special Needs Children

Hello, I have 25 plus years of experience with fantastic loving special needs of all ages and care needs. I have qualifications with speech, cognitive, occupational, and physical therapy, etc. I have medical, first aid training, and CPR certified. I have had children/ teens /adults with all autistic spectrums. Aspergers,...
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Tameka M.


Peoria, IL

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Relaible Certified Nursing Assistance

I have been a certified nursing assistant for the past 5 years. I am CPR and first aid certified. My training includes those with special needs, dementia, hospice, and Parkinson's disease. I am comfortable caring for individuals of all ages. I can help with meals, feedings, toileting, dressing, bedtime routines and light...
Tameka can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
Skills:

CNA

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Mary L.


Dunlap, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Here I Am Ready To Help, Senior Caregiver

Lead a helping hand. For any person that I can help with special needs I can be there to help.. No one person can lift one person alone. Everyone need a little or more help.
Mary can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship, mobility assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Lauren J.


Peoria, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Lauren! I am born and raised in Peoria and am currently finishing up my junior year at Bradley University. I have many years of paid experience with kiddos, as well as growing up with 5 siblings. I have experience with all ages along with children with special needs. I am also CPR certified!

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