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Mary P.


Florissant, MO

$18/hr • 8 yrs exp

Paraprofessional Looking For Summer Job

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Mary! I'm a paraprofessional at the Hazelwood school district and I'm looking for summer time babysitting! I've worked with kids and adults with special needs and physical needs since 2016! I have my CNA license, CPR/first aid, medication certification, MANDT and I'm finger printed through the state of...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

CNA

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Rebecca H.


Granite City, IL

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs, I Have You Covered.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked with a very pleasant young lady who had chromosome birth defects that left her non verbal and with a g button for feeding and all medicines. I worked with her for about 4 years at a paid level. Still see her at family functions. Any questions please ask.
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Faith G.


Florissant, MO

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

My 3 E's: Empathy, Education, And Enjoyment

Hello! My name is Faith. I have 4 years of experience serving at church with 3-5-year-olds. I also took 3 years worth of early childhood education courses and have worked in preschool and elementary classrooms. I grew up in a big family (6 siblings) with two brothers who have down syndrome, so I am mildly familiar with special...
Faith can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

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"Faith is Awesome worker she is patient and understanding....work very well with my daughter... AMAZING PERSON!!!!"

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Rhonda M.


Godfrey, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving, Mother Looking For Children To Babysit

4.4

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have four children of my own. The last two I adopted are the most important things in the world to me. I did foster care for about 5 years before we adopted. I cared for all kinds of different types of children with different needs, a lot of them were special needs children. We enjoyed taking care of all the children we had...
Rhonda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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"Rhonda is the best child care provider EVER!! She has been caring for our daughter for over a year now and we when had our last girl we NEVER considered anyone else. We are an Air Force family and we are so grateful to have "Grandma" Rhonda!! Yes, she has pets but...

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Kaili H.


Highland, IL

$18/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi. I am a 22-year-old living in Highland, IL. I enjoy working with kids and have spent many years doing so. I have babysat, worked as a substitute teacher, was a daycare assistant, and have worked in a special needs classroom. I enjoy challenging kids to better themselves everyday, while making sure they have lots of fun!
Kaili can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Main experience is babysitting elementary schoolers. I adore kiddos, and believe they're the future of this world. Growing up, I gained valuable experience caring for and teaching children through babysitting staff at my high school. I have a natural affinity for working with little ones, including those with special needs....
Cailey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Dianna J.


Granite City, IL

$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

I love caring for kids. I have a big family and I always took care of my nieces and nephews. I do have one daughter of my own that I take care of. I love taking care of disabled kids with special needs
Dianna can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Erricca H.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm a 37-year-old with over 20 years of experience working with children, from newborns to 14-year-olds, including special needs up to age 11. My passion for kids is lifelong, and I believe in pouring into them now to shape their future. I'm a Christian and love teaching children about Christ in a loving environment. I'm also...
Erricca can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Emma M.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Emma Mom, Of 4

I am a CNA, L1MA, I am a dog trainer. I work with old people, young people, and all them between regular ones and furry ones. I have been doing it for many years and I used to work at the Emhuas homes where are special needs children live in a center
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Rayna T.


Florissant, MO

$13-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello, I have over 40 years experience with children. I have had children under my wings since a preteen but also have worked with children. I have worked at daycares as well as two school districts. I currently work for a school district for children with ranges from special needs, wheelchairs to emotional behaviors.
Rayna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Keira S.


Granite City, IL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have worked with children in the past and I'm looking to further that. Previously I have worked with a special needs boy. I also grew up in a in home daycare helping caring for pets and kids of all ages. I am CPR certified and recently of my EMR (emergency medical responder) license! If you'd like to reach to me further and...
Keira can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
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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Fatuma M.


Florissant, MO

$25-31/hr • 4 yrs exp

Four years ago, I had a heartwarming experience working with special needs individuals. It required patience, encouragement, and repeated practice, but the joy and pride on their face when they finally succeeded were unforgettable. This experience not only highlighted the impact of my support and care but also deepened my...
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Katelynn P.


Caseyville, IL

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am 24 years old and the oldest of my siblings, so I have grown up watching and taking care of them. I am pet friendly, having three dogs of my own, and am not allergic to any animals as well. I am a very loving, caring, and patient person when it comes to children. I have volunteered with special needs children for about 3...
Katelynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Emma M.


Saint Louis, MO

$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Emma Mom Of 4

I love kids especially the little ones my son is autistic. I've been dealing with autism for the last 17 years with my son so I do have experience in special-needs. I also used to work for the Emahas homes which dealt with special needs children.
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Andrew M.


Saint Louis, MO

$12-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Care Giver

Hi my name is Andrew. I have been working with individuals with disabilities for about 14 years now. My current occupation is I am a program supervisor for Magdala Foundation. Here I work with individuals who are developmentally disabled. I helped with paying bills grocery shopping daily chores medication pass All the Above. I...
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Brittney T.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny/Caregiver Available

I am a very dependable, personable, organized, and kind person. I have years of experience caring for children and persons with various disabilities, handicaps, and disorders, including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Asperger's, Tourette's, the elderly, ADD/ADHD, mental disorders, Alzheimer's/dementia, and much...
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Rashod J.


Granite City, IL

$20/hr • 1 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

Hey! My name is Rashod and I'm 22 years old. I am active duty, Air Force by day and I want to spend my free time pursuing my passion, which is children's growth and development. Prior to the military I was an aide at a K through 12 school. and have a little over 15 years of special needs youth experience. please feel free to...
Rashod can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Charilyn J.


Florissant, MO

$25-27/hr • 2 yrs exp

Big Heart

Hi, I am Charilyn but my friends call me Cha cha. I am originally from the Philippines. I have been living in Saint Louis for 9 yrs now. I am currently working for transportation helping students with special needs. I am in my first year studying Psychology for Child and Adolescent Development. Helping others is my passion...
Charilyn can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, mobility assistance & more
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Fatuma M.


Florissant, MO

$26-33/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Fatuma, and I am a 22-year-old student at the University of Missouri-St. Louis. I have extensive experience working with children, having been a nanny for seven families over the years. My responsibilities have included school drop-offs, extracurricular activity coordination, and providing attentive care for...
Fatuma can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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