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Amy K.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

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I have a wealth of experience working with special needs individuals. I began at age 19 working as an ABA therapist and then went on to teach high school students with a variety of disabilities including challenging behaviors. I have also worked at a private school with provided education strictly for students with autism...
I am a veteran with 20 years of military service as a health services administration technician. I am currently married and am a stay at home mom to my 6-year-old daughter and special needs sister-in-law. My caregiving experience is with my sister-in-law to whom I provide bathing, toileting, dressing, meal prep, laundry and...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning, transportation
Hi! My name is Lydia! Some of my experiences working with special needs is I grew up with a sister who had SMA, two younger siblings with Down Syndrome and a younger brother with Cerebral Palsy. I've helped take care of my sister who has SMA( spinal muscular atrophy) she needed lots of hands on care. So that meant I took her to...
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Jacqueline R.


Belleville, IL

$10-30/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs/Caregiver

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.
Hello families!! I'm more than happy to introduce myself to you today and tell you about my life experience working with kids. I started to work with the little ones when I was just one of them. After high school I decided to study to become a teacher. During my studies I worked in a kindergarten for two years, on of the...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

I currently work at Hope Learning Academy. I am a paraprofessional who works with children who have ASD. I am caring and patient and love my job. I am looking to help around my work schedule. I love taking care those patients who needs special care:)
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 :)
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Lacee M.


Belleville, IL

$15-50/hr5 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...
Hello! I am a 27-year-old mother of 2. (8yr old boy & 6yr old girl). I have about a year of experience as a Direct Support Professional/ DSP Lead/ Independent Living Coach. This was my favorite job I have ever had. I love building rapport with my clients. They seem more like family at the end of the day. I have experience...

Jessica K.


Collinsville, IL

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

100% Availability. Pet Sitter, Baby Sitter, Elderly Care Giver, Or Special Needs. I Do It All!

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, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

I have over 17 years of experience working with special needs children and disabled adults. I have experience as a certified nursing aide and home health aide. My top priority is making sure your family member is always comfortable and treated like one of my own family members!
Kiana can also help with: Mobility assistance, personal care, dementia, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

CPR

Jessica K.


Collinsville, IL

$12-25/hr10 yrs exp

100% Availability. Pet Sitter, Baby Sitter, Elderly Care Giver, Or Special Needs. I Do It All!

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

Special Needs Care

CNA

Lacee M.


Fairview Heights, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

I Have Been Babysitting Since I Was 15 Years Old. I Love To Have Fun With The Kids

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Errands. I have experience with special needs, autism, and cerebral palsy. I have experience with up to 5 kids at a time and from infant through teenager.
Lacee can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

I am currently working towards getting my bachelors degree (major psychology) at Liberty University. I have always worked with special needs children and it is a passion of mine to continue working and helping children. I have a passion for helping others.

Jessica K.


Collinsville, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Sitter, Pet Sitter, Baby Sitter, Elderly Care Giver

I am a single mom of a 9-year-old boy. I work a full time job, but am needing extra money. I am available in the evenings/nights /weekends. I prefer to babysit from my home, but am willing to go to your home. I have worked many jobs taking care of kids, elderly, and people with disabilities. I have worked 10+ years with people...

Sororial C.


Alton, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Funny Sitter

I have experience in special needs children I also provide care for DCFS for more then 20 years . I have a great love for helping children, I'm very dependable and responsible I have also been fingerprinted and I have a current background check through DCFS.
Sororial can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Claudia N.


Fairview Heights, IL

$18-23/hr2 yrs exp

Au Pair

I am an former au pair and I have 2 years experience with taking care of children of all ages and also special needs

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