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Michelle M.


East Peoria, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

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I have been a certified CPR/CNA/caregiver for 12 years in home care. Provide basic care to patients which include assisting in daily activities of living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and transporting. Use of hoyer lifts, and transfers from wheelchairs and beds.
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Eugenia P.


East Peoria, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Private Registered Nurse

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RN seeking part time job caring for your love one. Leaving floor nursing after 15 yrs of direct patient care for pediatric and geriatric client. Seeking a family in need of an energic, loving individual. Ventilators/Trach, Medications, Treatments, PICC lines, G-buttons and G-Tubes.
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Hayley H.


Creve Coeur, IL

$14-15/hr16 yrs exp

Toddler Mom With Tons Of Experience.

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Hello! I am a stay at home mom going back to school 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...
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Gail M.


Washington, IL

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Friendly School Counselor Ready To Help!

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Hi! My name is Gail and I am currently an Elementary School Counselor. Prior to becoming a School Counselor, I worked as a paraprofessional for students with special needs. I have nannied for 4 summers while I was completing both my Bachelor and Master's degrees and pride myself on not only keeping your children safe and engaged...
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Gail M.


Washington, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

School Counselor In Search Of Part-Time Summer Gig!

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Hi! My name is Gail and I am currently an Elementary School Counselor. Prior to becoming a School Counselor, I worked as a paraprofessional for students with special needs. I have nannied for 4 summers while I was completing both my Bachelor and Master's degrees and pride myself on not only keeping your children safe and engaged...
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Heidi Z.


Morton, IL

$12-25/hr7 yrs exp

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My younger sister has Down Syndrome and life with her jump-started my experience with people with disabilities. I helped in penguin project for 10 years which was a theater opportunity for children with disabilities. When I turned 16 I worked at Timber Pointe Outdoor Center which is Easter Seals summer camp. Then I started at...
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Lydia W.


Morton, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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I worked for four years as a DSP (Direct Support Professional) at a group home for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. I am experienced in feeding, bathing, and dressing and was also authorized to administer medications. I also drove my residents to various outings including doctor's appointments,...
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Faith R.


Washington, IL

$15/hr7 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Faith and I'm 20 years old. I live in Washington and I have been in childcare since I was 11 years old. My first job was with a child who was 18 months old with special needs, and I have worked with many other children. I have experience with groups of children up to 10-12 kids, so I can definitely handle a group...

Recent review:

5.0
We loved having Faith care for our daughter. She was friendly, always prompt, and spent a lot of quality time with her. I would hire her again in a heartbeat!

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Hannah T.


Creve Coeur, IL

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

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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...
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Amy H.


Washburn, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I will do everything I can to keep you comfortable safe and happy in your own home. I have been a cna since 1997. I have cared for special needs children and adults
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Tammy A.


Pekin, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

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I am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have been working with patient for six years now. I also have personal experience with Traumatic Brain Injuries. My brother was hit by a truck as he was walking across the street two years ago and now has a TBI. He eats with a feeding tube and cannot walk. He is 36 years old.
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Cheryl M.


Tremont, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Care For My Special Needs Children

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Hello, I have 20 plus years experience with fantastic loving special needs of all ages and care needs. Experienced with speech, cognitive, occupational and physical therapy, etc. I have medical, first aid training and CPR certified. I have had children/teen/adults with all autistic spectrum disorders, Aspergers, cognitive...
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Johanna W.


Pekin, IL

$15-100/hr7 yrs exp

In search of a Nanny position

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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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I was very nervous to leave my 2 year old daughter with anyone. However, I never worried about a thing while my daughter was in Johanna's care. My daughter learned so much and really enjoyed going to her!

Reviewed by Chelsea K.

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Olivia O.


Chillicothe, IL

< $10/hr

Your Awesome Summer And Afterschool Nanny!

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Hello! I'm Libby. Heres a few things you may want to know about me! I'd describe my personality as Creative, Kind, and ready for anything! I like working with kids because I grew up doing so! I am the eldest of my siblings and my cousins, so I grew up helping out with all the littles running around and loved every second of...
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Patricia H.


Pekin, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I Have A Lot Of Experience With The Vulnerable Population

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I have 20+ years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Dressing Assistance & more!! I'm a kind lady with a sense of humor. Good, active listener. Decent cook. I am very good at detail cleaning when not responsible for cares. I very much enjoy caring for folks of all ages. I have read to the blind. Cared...
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Rachel M.


Chillicothe, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced & Enriching Childcare Summer 2024

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I'm a school speech-language pathologist and love working with children! I have two of my own (1yr & 3yrs). I'm looking for a summer childcare position where I can include another child in our own summer fun! Child care would take place on in my home and your child would go whoever we go (i. e. park, library, zoo). We will be...
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Mary L.


Dunlap, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Here I Am Ready To Help, Senior Caregiver

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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.
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Lisa B.


Chillicothe, IL

$12-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 24 years of experience as an RN. I am positive and energetic, and am in good physical shape. I can help with Home Care and Medical Management. I worked for 13 years as a Hospice nurse. I enjoy cooking and light housekeeping, or just sitting snd visiting. I am married and have 5 children and 13 grandchildren. I am a...
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Christy R.


Trivoli, IL

$20-25/hr

Family / Individual Care Taker

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I am a mother who has raised her child and have been a active role in raising my grandchildren. I have cared for family members with cancer and different illnesses . I have employed over the years young adults with autism and down syndrome. I am looking for part time work that I can care for others that need assistance. I have...
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Rebekah B.


Pekin, IL

$33/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. I have cared for a variety of children ranging from 12 months to 12 years. I have been babysitting since I was 13, and have therefore had 11 years of experience in caring for...

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