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Tesa M.


Chenoa, IL

$30/hr3 yrs exp

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Growing up, I have had the pleasure of babysitting many children between the ages of 2 months old-10 years old. I was also a live in nanny and cared for two children, one being special needs. I work with the schools in order to make sure children are doing their best. I also have some college experience for elementary education.
Tesa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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Sue A.


Pontiac, IL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver

4.7

(3)

I have worked at raising wonderful children. I have experience in assisted living, ER, home health, and hospice.
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Rachael H.


Normal, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

About Me

I have confidence that I can make a difference in a young person's life through different therapeutic and recreational activities. From my previous work experience, I have learned to approach each individual from a strengths model. I am able to understand their feelings and adapt activities in a way that will work best for the...
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Angelina B.


Normal, IL

$15-18/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Smile Creator And Laughter Lover!

I will be relocating to Bloomington IL on March 8th! I have 5 years of experience in childcare from Infants as young as 6 weeks, to Children Age 10. Along with neurodivergent children, I have volunteered for two years with children with special needs; specifically Autism (Verbal and Non-Verbal). I have always loved coming back...
Angelina can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Nicole J.


Flanagan, IL

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Direct Support Person

I have worked and currently work for a group home. CILA takeing care of 4-6 adults at a time on my own doing personal care , community integration, cooking and cleaning all things necessary for daily living. Also have done 1:1 and job coached. I have dealt with many disabilities
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Alyssa N.


Towanda, IL

$15/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Babysitter And Special Education Major

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am currently a CNA and Special Education major at ISU. I have cared for children and adults off all ages and with all levels of needs. My specialization is children and adults with multiple severe disabilities and complex medical conditions. I also do well with individuals who have challenging, complex behaviors. I have...
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Linda T.


El Paso, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Assistance With Special Needs Children Or Young Adults.

I have been a Special Education Teacher for over 30 years. I loved every day of it and every student I have ever had. I am currently retired, but very much miss my contact with my kids. Regular ed kids are ok, but special needs kids are my passion. Would love to see if I could help you with any needs you have. I had a close...
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Rachel E.


Normal, IL

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Summer Caregiver

While I have not had formal educational training relating to special needs, I have had tons of real-world experience! I have volunteered with Special Olympics, dedicated full weeks to assisting at camps for those with developmental delays and have several years' experience babysitting for a family with two children with...
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Autumn H.


Normal, IL

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Autumn, and I have over 5 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I'm currently studying Special Education, which has enhanced my understanding of different learning styles and how to support children with unique needs. Alongside babysitting, I've worked as a camp...
Autumn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Taylor W.


Normal, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Taylor and I'm so excited to meet you and your family! I have 10 years+ experience of nannying / babysitting with Children of all ages. I will help with taking them to sport events or anything they need to do. I have transportation to take them places. I'm also a pet lover so it works for me if you have pets...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
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Mia M.


Normal, IL

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

I have extensive special needs experience with Autism, down syndrome, and mobility needs. Most of my experience with special needs people has been with younger children but I am always looking for more experience with people in a variety of ages. I currently go to Illinois State University and am starting my sophomore year...
Hi! I'm Maddie, I am currently a sophomore at Illinois State University! I'm from Elgin Illinois, but recently located to the Normal/Bloomington area to further my academic career. Before relocating, I was a nanny for an amazing family for over a year! Besides that, I have been babysitting/nannying for children of all ages,...
Madelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
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Nichole L.


Colfax, IL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Home Care For Mentally Disabled

Helped and care for mentally disabled kids from my home for the state of Illinois, worked on behavior issues, learning sign language and learning to communicate in a productive way.
Hi, I'm Faith. I have assisted several people with special needs over the years. I hope that I am able to help you on your search for care.
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Emily O.


Normal, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Child care.

Hello families! I recently graduated from ISU with a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I have babysat for over 10 years and currently work at Heartland Community College's Child Development Lab in their night program serving single parents and low-income families. I have spent copious hours working with children of...
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I am currently majoring in special education at Illinois State university as a junior. I am fluent in sign language and love to work with students with disabilities. It is truly important to me to make sure those with disabilities are treated equally and pushed to their maximum potential of success in all areas of life.

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