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Rileigh W.

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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Experienced Babysitter. Available On T&Th From 10.30am-6pm. S,M,W,F,S Depends On Work Schedule.

East Peoria, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I've worked with newborns to teenagers. Also children with special needs. I love being outside, arts and crafts, and being able to be silly. I'm a college student looking for a nanny job starting fall 2017.
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Fun Sitter And Happy Energy!

East Peoria, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm an assistant teacher for special needs kiddos who enjoys spending her free time helping out! In my spare time, I like to read! I have a mile long reading list. I like working with kids because their energy is immaculate! Their little personalities make my day.
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Hello, I Am Sage!

East Peoria, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I started working with special needs and/or behavioral children five years ago and after seeing the positive impact in not only the children's lives but my own as well, I never looked back! I currently have five years of professional experience in schools caring for special needs children ranging from 4-22 years old. I would...
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East Peoria, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
With over 10 years of caregiving experience, I specialize in providing compassionate, personalized support to seniors and individuals with special needs. My background includes home health, hospice, and facility care where I focus on maintaining comfort, dignity, and quality of life. I pride myself on being dependable, patient,...
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Morton, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have a 3yr old son and have many of years of experience with children as well as children with special needs
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Washington, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Bella! I'm 19 years old and I'm currently in college to become a kids cancer nurse. I've babysat all of my life and grew up with siblings. I've babysat kids all age and I'm CPR, aed, and first aide certified. I also have experience with special needs children because I volunteer every year for the special Olympics :)
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Morton, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
For the past 10 years, I've been privileged to nurture children's growth and development, fueled by early babysitting experiences and a passion for positively impacting young lives. My approach is patient, creative, and friendly. I am comfortable caring for up to 4 children across various age groups. I communicate with you...
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Morton, IL

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Hi all! I'm looking for a full time job for the summer. I work at a school working with early childhood aged kids 3-4 and kindergarten students. All kids I work one on one with are special needs. It's taught me to have a lot of patience and to be very understanding. I do everything from potty training, teaching independence,...
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Kindergarden Mom With Tons Of Experience.

Creve Coeur, IL

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$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am a stay at home mom who will be completing my Masters degree online, which makes my schedule pretty flexible. My daughter and I enjoy visiting the local parks, painting, drawing, building towers with blocks and reading books. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages with an emphasis in working...
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Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
As an elementary school teacher and former day care teacher, I have experience with ages birth-12 years old. I am very good at making connections with kids and developing a mutual respect. I have personal experience with electronic-free care, special needs care, illness care, behavioral care and more. I love watching children...
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Who I Am

Metamora, IL

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$10/hr
Hello, my name is Joshua. I am a 20-year-old looking for learning experiences about this world. I really don't have any knowledge about special needs people, but that's why I want to learn how to deal with situations needed to better myself and other people in the world.
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Eureka, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have been a CNA for 10 years. I have experience in nursing home settings, hospitals, assisted livings and hospice for the last 4 1/2 years.
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OT ASSISTANT

Eureka, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hi. I have worked with people of all ages and their families for over 26 years, including 15 school years working with kids with a variety of different abilities. I enjoy helping others. I have a degree in occupational therapy and a level two background clearance check.
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I Can Help With All Your Need!

Eureka, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
A future Special education Teacher , I have experience with babysitting one high functioning Autistic child, and willing to learn how to better assist you or your loved one!
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Pekin, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sarah and I am a babysitter/nanny and Postpartum Doula. I do specialize in infants due to my additional training, but I will work with kids of all ages. I have had 7 years of experience working with special needs, mental health concerns, and multiples. I will provide more specific info if you message!
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Family / Individual Care Taker

Trivoli, IL

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$25/hr
I am looking for part time work that I can help make your day easier. I have the patience , dependability , and understanding of what is expected and needed . I also know errands take time from your family, health issues may make them harder etc I am available to run your errands or assist with any tasks you may need help with....
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Experienced Childcare Provider With Full Availability

Pekin, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Liz and I'm a graduate with a B. A. in Sociology from Bradley University from 2016. I recently moved back to the town I grew up in, Pekin, from Florida. I'm looking to babysit on nights and weekends until I find a new full-time job in my preferred field. I have experience babysitting with all kinds of children:...
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Special needs

Dunlap, IL

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$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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