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Myesha C.


Sparta, IL

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I am a college student majoring in Psychology, I am in school to pursue my dream with professionally working with individuals with special needs. During school I am working part time as a resident assistant in a home with individuals with special needs. My daily task are helping with normal everyday daily living. I hope to...

Ali H.


Sparta, IL

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name Ali. I graduated in 2023 with my degree in social work and am going to start my masters in January. Prior to obtaining my degree in social work, I majored in education and hoped to specialize in special education. When it comes to work experience, I have four years of experience in working with a boy (12 when I...

Naomi K.


Chester, IL

$10-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely love working with kids of all ages. I have a significant amount of experience in working with kids in variety of situations. I have worked with kids with special needs, babysat newborns and toddlers, and work well with kids and pets. I grew up in a family of 18, so I've learn to work in chaos and high-energy...
Naomi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Naomi is AMAZING. Patient, kind, creative, and responsible. She worked for us for over a year. She started when our daughter was 3 months and son 3 years. She met the developmental needs (physical and emotional) of each child. She was punctual, cleaned up, and...

Kelsey A.

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