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Jariah H.

Fun And Efficient

Collinsville, IL

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am Jariah. I am currently a full time nanny to a set of boy girl twins from infancy to age 3. 5! Occasionally, I also care for the 9yo sister! All together, I have worked in childcare for almost 9 years & now that I'm an adult I am looking to branch out in a new area doing what I love. I have cared for up to 8 children...

Andrea D. says "I love having Jariah as my babysitter. She is very sweet and very full of energy."

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Collinsville, IL

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$20/hr
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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Collinsville, IL

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Hey there, I am happy to share about my life experience working with kids. I started to work with the little ones when I was just one of them! After high school I decided to become a teacher. During my studies I worked in a kindergarten for two years, on of the years I was working with two special needs students; and the other...
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I am a single mom of a 9-year-old boy. I work a full time job, but am needing extra money. I am available in the evenings/nights /weekends. I prefer to babysit from my home, but am willing to go to your home. I have worked many jobs taking care of kids, elderly, and people with disabilities. I have worked 10+ years with people...
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100% Availability. Pet Sitter, Baby Sitter, Elderly Care Giver, Or Special Needs. I Do It All!

Collinsville, IL

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a single mom of a 9-year-old boy. I work full time, but am needing extra money. I am available in the evenings/nights/weekends/days off to assist in babysitting, special needs care, pet sit/walk, help running errands, housekeeping, etc. I have worked many jobs taking care of kids, elderly, and people w physical and mental...
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100% Availability. Pet Sitter, Baby Sitter, Elderly Care Giver, Or Special Needs. I Do It All!

Collinsville, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
personal care
light cleaning
errands
I am a single mom of a 9-year-old boy. I work full time, but am needing extra money. I am available in the evenings/nights/weekends/days off to assist in babysitting, special needs care, pet sit/walk, help running errands, housekeeping, etc. I have worked many jobs taking care of kids, elderly, and people w physical and mental...
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Special Education Teacher Seeking PT Summer Gig!

Belleville, IL

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Hi, I'm Sarah. I have a Master of Arts in Special Education. I have worked with a variety of ages and diagnoses. I have taught at the 1-4th grade levels and at the high school level.
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Granite City, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Transportation
live-in home care
Supporting adults and seniors' well-being is a personal passion of mine. I'm a compassionate and empathetic caregiver with two years of experience providing live-in home care and transportation. I have a college degree and adapt to changing routines or unexpected challenges when caring for individuals with special needs or...
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Registered Behavorial Tech

Belleville, IL

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$14/hr
5 years experience
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...
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Dsp Supervisor

O Fallon, IL

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$16/hr
5 years experience
I am an outgoing and dependable individual. I possess reliable transportation and hold certifications in Med 1, First Aid, CPR, and training. My professional experience includes working with children, and I have since cultivated a passion for supporting adults with disabilities. I have been a DSP SUPERVISOR for 5 years now and...
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Former Applied Behavioral Analysis Behavioral Technician

East Saint Louis, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hello, I am a college student earning my associates in Business Administration at SWIC. I have experience with children of every age and gender, as well as, experience taking care of children with disabilities. From October 2019- February 2022 I worked at Center for Autism and Related Disorders as a behavioral therapist,...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Granite City, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been caring for special needs children for the last 10 years. It started when I was 12 and helped this foster family with mainly disabled children. I am also a CNA and work with people on all different spectrums. I have cared for paralyzed children, those with autism, dimentia, blindess, deafness and ADHD. I am not...
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Here To Help!

O Fallon, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm Preston and 29 years old. I have worked with the awesome special needs population for the last 10 years. I was the day program manager for one of Denver's largest adult day programs, and now I'm a host home provider for two adults with intellectual disabilities. There's still quite a bit of free time on my hands and I'd...
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Granite City, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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...
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Experienced Sitter, Lots Of Fun!!

O Fallon, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Lindsey! I graduated from SEMO with a degree in Health Sciences and a minor in Child Development and I am working towards my Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. I absolutely love working with kids and have been working with kids since I was 14. I have coached gymnastics, been a camp counselor, and nannied kids of all...
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Granite City, IL

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$16/hr
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 3years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...
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Special Needs/Caregiver

Belleville, IL

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$10/hr
8 years experience
I have spent a large amount of time in the medical field. I am currently a certified EMT with background in hospital care, private in home care, and specialized training in at home medication administration.
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Special Needs Caregiver

O Fallon, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
My name is Lindsey and I am a student at WashU School of Medicine, working toward my Doctorate in Occupational Therapy! I recently graduated from SEMO with a degree in Health Sciences and a minor in Child Development. I have been working with kiddos of all ages for 9 years as a coach, camp counselor, and nanny. I have been a PCA...
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O Fallon, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hello! My name is Natalie and I am a recent University of Illinois graduate, where I earned my BFA in dance. I am currently living at home as I prepare for physical therapy school (starting in June)! I have 10+ years of experience in child care including babysitting, nannying, daycare, and teaching. Additionally, I am CPR...
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Edwardsville, IL

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$19/hr
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
Hi there, I'm Anastasia! I am looking for a job that I enjoy more which is why I came to this type of work. I would love to help make your life easier and assist! I have worked for people with special needs through DORS and Acumen. I have never worked with senior citizens, but I would love the opportunity. I currently work in...
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