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Kim G.

Special needs

Dunlap, IL

from
$10/hr
I have four years of special needs care giving. I have volunteered at Camp Kirk(special needs kid camp) for the last four summers. I don't have any paid experience, but I do have 9 years volunteer experience and a 12-year-old niece with special needs.
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Dunlap, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I am a 3rd year occupational therapy doctorate student at the University of Missouri. I will be home in Peoria until early January while I complete my semester of online classes, and would love to provide consistent child care for a family while I'm here! I have been babysitting for about 10 years, and have several years...
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Here I Am Ready To Help, Senior Caregiver

Dunlap, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
mobility assistance
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
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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Registered Nurse

Peoria, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
personal care
specialized care
respite care
errands
+ 1 more
Experienced home health care, geriatric, special needs, intellectual development disability (IDD) and Alzheimers/dementia registered nurse available to care for your loved one in your home. If you are working, have to work out of town for a couple days, or need respite care, I would love to stay with your loved one. I have a...

Michele M. says "For the last 5 years, Michelle has house sat, dog sat and chicken sat for us while we have been on vacation. She does everything we ask with the utmost...

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Peoria, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Ariel and I'm a 3rd grade teacher. I am an energetic, reliable, and compassionate person who loves working with children! My passion is working with children and creating personal relationships and experiences through play. My job experiences include: -3rd grade teacher in Palos Heights -Camp counselor for 5...
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Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Lauren! I am born and raised in Peoria and am currently finishing up my junior year at Bradley University. I have many years of paid experience with kiddos, as well as growing up with 5 siblings. I have experience with all ages along with children with special needs. I am also CPR certified!
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Peoria, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
As someone who has worked in therapeutic recreation for 2 years, specializing with ages 4-21, I have a passion for the special needs community. I am also a full-time advocate for creating safe and educational spaces and opportunities for the special needs community. I believe I would be the best fit for your family because I am...
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Peoria, IL

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$20/hr
9 years experience
I have been a CNA for over 7 years and am First Aid/CPR certified. I have also worked in home health since the age of 14, caring for a family friend with Parkinson's. I specialize in geriatric care for the elderly, as well as Alzheimer's and dementia, and spinal cord injuries. I have safe and reliable transportation and am...
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Mentally Handicapped/physically Handicapped Experience

Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I've been caring for my father who was diagnosed with progressive dementia over 10 yrs ago. My mother had the choice to put him in a nursing home, but our family is so very family oriented that putting him in a nursing home was never a thought. I also have an older brother who was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, and he's...
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Part Time Caregiver

Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello, I'm Olivia! I'm a senior at ISU and I'm studying to get my bachelor's degree and be a special education teacher (3-21) but have a special interest in early ed as well (pre-k through 2nd). I am most comfortable with children with ADD, ADHD, autism, and down syndrome, but I am always willing to learn more!
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Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Sierra and I have over 14+ years experience with children ranging from newborns to 13 years of age. I also have experience with children who have special needs. I am very active. I enjoy playing sports (I coached soccer for 6 years and dance for 2), reading, art, and cooking. I love helping with homework, volunteering...
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Children's Therapist With Medical Background

Peoria, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a special needs nanny, previously certified as a children's behavioral therapist specializing in autism. I am also certified in CPR, Basic life support, child safety, mandated reporting, & crisis intervention. Just prior to my job as a therapist at easterseals, I worked as an Emergency Medical Technician on...

Care Member says "My kids have loved having her. Has fun crafts for them to do every day after school which they look forward to. Keeps them on track with homework and...

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My Experience

Peoria, IL

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a Behavioral therapist for children with autism, I help to teach them skills that help them to better achieve their goals. This is not a nanny position, however the job encompasses all of the same responsibilities, I care for children all day long in a school like setting. As a children's therapist I carry out these similar...

Mike J. says "Savannah in my opinion is just perfect babysitter, she is sweet, very reliable, punctual, creative and trustworthy. My daughter just loves her and love to...

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Care-giver Available

Peoria, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Dear Family, My previous life and work experience make me an excellent candidate to provide child care services for your family. I am focused, caring, patient and creative. It is my goal is to be a life-long learner and use my talents to provide tender-loving care to children and families, and help children learn and excel in...
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Caregiver

Peoria, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Dear Family, My previous life and work experience make me an excellent candidate to provide childcare services to your family. I am a proud mother of an amazing 10-year-old boy. I am a certified Behavior Therapist since June 2018 and have spent the last 2. 5 years providing intensive behavior therapy to children with special...

Trisha R. says "Stephanie was an amazing nanny to our family for 9 months. She was wonderful with our two 4 year old children with Down syndrome as well as our elementary...

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Fun Spirit, Loving, Reliable

East Peoria, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Rileigh, I do have a full time job Monday - Friday 8:30-5 p.m. I would love to do jobs after my first shift job, weekends have full availability. I am specialized in many areas, been within healthcare for 7 years, care for fur babies, our little ones, special needs of all ages, housekeeping. Reliable,...
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Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have experience watching children of special needs. I have watched a 13-year-old boy with cerebral palsy. I have also watch a 10-year-old boy with Down syndrome for 3 years.
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Mapleton, IL

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I am 25 years old. I am a paraprofessional in Peoria county. I have been a teachers aide for 3 1/2 years working with kids from kindergarten to 4th grade. I also have experience working with special needs children. I am looking to be a full time nanny while working on my teaching degree online. I also have a 2-year-old nephew &...
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Peoria, IL

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$25/hr
Errands
respite care
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Stephanie. I am passionate about providing exceptional care for all families. The majority of my professional caregiving experience has been with special needs children, however I feel that most of those skills are highly relatable to working with individuals of any age with care needs. They are an individual...
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Lacon, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
I am an 19-year-old that has been caring for families since I was 14. I love children and am very experienced in different cares and needs. I have dealt with special needs, food restrictions, newborns, young adults, and potty training. I have references upon request and am looking forward to hearing from your family.
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  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025

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Michelle B.

For the last 5 years, Michelle has house sat, dog sat and chicken sat for us while we have been on vacation. She does everything we ask...

- Michele M.

Savannah B.

My kids have loved having her. Has fun crafts for them to do every day after school which they look forward to. Keeps them on track with...

- Care member

Savannah B.

Savannah in my opinion is just perfect babysitter, she is sweet, very reliable, punctual, creative and trustworthy. My daughter just loves...

- Mike J.

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