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Shannon O.

Part-time Care Giver Available

Ava, IL

from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Hello, I'm Shannon. I have worked with special needs high school students when I taught ESE Secondary Education at a center school for PMH, TMH, and EMH students. I taught job skills, daily living skills, community living and social skills along with academics. I also volunteered with Special Olympics. It was a great joy getting...
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Chester, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
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...

Brittany E. says "Naomi was a nanny for my son from birth to 14 months. Naomi was punctual, dependent, and extremely engaged with all activities involving my son. She...

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CPR-Certified, Special Needs Experienced Babysitter Providing Safe, Fun & Reliable Care

Carbondale, IL

from
$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi! I'm passionate about working with kids and love helping families by providing safe, dependable, and engaging care that meets each child's unique needs. I have several years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens, including children with special needs. I'm CPR certified and trained to handle a...
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Carterville, IL

from
$15/hr
I have worked respite care for children who are developmentally and physically delayed. Through this job I have also gained experience with children who have ASD.
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Mariska S.'s Photo

Du Quoin, IL

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Nurturing young minds is a genuine passion of mine. I have experience with children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens and beyond. I have no official professional experience but I have cared for children in a variety of settings. I'm comfortable caring for up to four at a time. I'm currently going to college and can assist...
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Experienced Occupational Therapy Assistant, Personable, Responsible, Down To Earth!

Carbondale, IL

from
$18/hr
10 years experience
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Transferring/Body Lifting along with many other aspects of care.
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