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Shearry W.
Belleville, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Empty Nester With 20 Years Of Child Care Experience, As A Mother, 14 Years As A Substitute Teacher
5.0
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been married for 33 years. My husband is a retired IL State Police Officer. We have 3 daughters, ages 29, 27, and 24. Previously, for about 12 years, I worked as a substitute teacher in Belleville. I also worked at BASSC as a student aide, teacher's aide, and substitute teacher for 2 yrs. Before having children, I worked...
Shearry can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Simply put: She’s amazing. Shearry is extremely helpful and goes above and beyond to make our lives easier. She’s great with our son (and daughter when she’s out of school), helps clean, does laundry, grocery shops and makes delicious meals. She keeps a daily log...
Care member
I am an animal lover and enjoy exercising. I have put these together and created a rewarding job for myself. I have 5 years of dog-sitting/house-sitting for clients in Frontenac and Ladue. I now reside in St. Charles so, my desire is to service this area.
Karen can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Hello! I am getting my masters in occupational therapy and have a large interest in working with children in my future! I have 4 sisters, been babysitting since I was 10 years old, and started my own summer camp for kids when I was in middle school through high school. I would love to help out in your family in anyway I can!
Ellie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm a full time Mom, I have a 3-year-old who is autistic and has a feeding tube. I have a CNA background, but I no longer do that work. im looking to do something during the day while my sons in therapy, I would have to go feed him at 11 everyday so you would need to be comfortable with me taking your little one with me.
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
I love animals, and I have had a dog as a companion for my entire adult life. I currently have a 5-month-old puppy that I have had since he was 5 weeks old. I have experience with walking, potty training, and playing with dogs of all size and ages.
Jennifer can also help with: Daily feeding, boarding, pet sitting, pet walking, administration of medicine, pet transportation & more
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat for kids for families and neighbors from a range to toddlers to early teens throughout my teenage years off and on. My most recent nanny experience was caring for a 2-month-old girl, 4 dogs, and 3 cats in summer 2020. Throughout college and high school, I have been a camp counselor each summer with young children...
Violeta can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I work from home and l'm here to help others with a multitude of services from pet care to child care. I really enjoy animals, I have a 14-year-old shitzu I share my home with, we've been attached at the hip since he was a pup. He is a calm old pup who gets along with all dogs.
I have tons of experience with all sorts of child...
Juanita can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping
Hello, I'm Athena! I'm excited to offer babysitting and nannying services. In August, I earned my Master's in Physician Assistant Studies from UTMB and moved to St. Louis. I would like to offer babysitting services before I start my new career as a PA in the next few months. I have 4+ years of childcare experience, including 2...
Athena can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I adore all animals and would be happy to offer the following services: pet sitting (overnight as well), dog walking, and pet transportation. I have experience with both cats and dogs, including a house full of many furry friends. I'm super active and love to engage with the animals, whether that entails walks, playing with...
Taylor can also help with: Pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
Additionally, I offer pet care services. This includes walking, feeding, playing, and pet sitting. My main experiences include cats, guinea pigs, dogs, hamsters, birds, and various other animals.
Leah can also help with: Pet walking
Debora P.
Belleville, IL
$20-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've been a senior caregiver for over 10 years in providing excellent care. I'm very patient and passionate about the care that I would be providing for you and your family. Im physically strong to better assist in high risk situations. My preferred availability is overnight care but that could be negotiable. I'm a Uber driver...
Debora can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"De is amazing! She is compassionate, experienced, reliable and great to work with.
We hired De to work with my mother, who had to be in a wheel chair after a bad fall. We were concerned because my mom is a larger woman who would require someone strong to be able...
Care member
Karen F.
Belleville, IL
$16-17/hr
I am a military veteran and stay-at-home mom. I consider myself an easy going person that is follows directions very well and is thorough in my housekeeping services. Communication is key; therefore, I prefer to get an idea of what the client wants in order to provide the best service.
Karen can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning
I have over 15 years of experience working with children. I have worked in various childcare settings over the years including Daycare Teacher, Daycare Director, Nanny, Preschool Teacher, Director of a Mother's Day Out Program, and as an Occupational Therapy Assistant. I've worked in Occupational Therapy for over 10 years and I...
Mary can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am a Belleville East High School graduate as of May 2010. I made honor roll all four years of high school and was in renaissance for three and a half years. I was a member of National Honors Society, National English Society and National Science Honor Society. I averaged a GPA of 3.85 and graduated in the top 15% of my class....
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...
Business prof for over 25 years looking for flexible part-time work for busy entrepreneurs/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...
As a sibling of 5 growing up I was always helping with children some being my two younger brothers and some being my nieces and nephews. I have always enjoyed helping parents with children, I am currently in rolled in college as an Occupational Therapy Assistant I am looking to assist families who are in need while I pay for my...
Esperance can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Tereza F.
Saint Louis, MO
$22/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Tereza and I am a full time nanny. I have wanted to make nannying a career for a while now so this is something I am very passionate about! I have nannied for two families now, they will both be happy to be my reference.
I strive to bring loving childcare to each home and match the needs of each family. I have...
Tereza can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Solange T.
Saint Louis, MO
$8-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I graduated last year with a degree in occupational therapy assistant. With a strong background in childcare and genuine passion for nurturing young minds, I'm excited about the opportunity to work with kids. I have three younger siblings, one niece and nephew. I love being around them and help them navigate through their daily...
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How can I find a therapy dog near me in Smithton, IL?
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How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Smithton, IL?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Smithton, IL is $18.00 per hour. However, that is just an average to give you an idea of where to get started. The cost of each individual therapy dog can vary by breed, by trainer, and by your specific location—amongst other factors.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Smithton, IL?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Smithton, IL. To start, therapy dogs can provide comfort and support to people who are dealing with emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. They can also help to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Therapy dogs have also been shown to have a positive effect on physical healing. They can help to lower blood pressure and reduce pain.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Smithton, IL receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Smithton, IL, they will have received extensive training, including basic obedience training, socialization, task-specific training, and certification. If you have specific requirements for therapy dogs, be sure to speak with their handler about your needs.
What can a therapy dog near me in Smithton, IL help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Smithton, IL, you should interview a few different therapy dog providers to learn more about the specific training each therapy dog has. Some may focus on mental health issues, whereas others may be able to provide more physical support.