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Anastasia

Edwardsville, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician 3 days a week. I have also worked with a man through DORS who had epilepsy and developmental delays. I would love to talk with you about this opportunity.
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Edwardsville, IL

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$19/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
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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Bethalto, IL

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Emma and I have been babysitting for about nine years. I have spent many summers being a full time sitter for families. I have a lot of experience with special needs adults and children. I am fairly artistic and happy to do crafts and different activities that allow your child to be creative. Please let me...
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A Bit About Me

Bethalto, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hi there! My name is Emma and I have a lot of experience in multiple types of caregiving. I work well with children, the elderly, and anyone with special needs. My previous jobs in care taking were: -Caretaking for an elderly couple with dementia in four hour shifts -A lifetime of babysitting for multiple different families...
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Granite City, IL

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$15/hr
I am currently working towards getting my bachelors degree (major psychology) at Liberty University. I have always worked with special needs children and it is a passion of mine to continue working and helping children. I have a passion for helping others.
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Granite City, IL

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$19/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
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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Collinsville, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
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
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Retired Professor & Mom

Troy, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
Yes, I'm retired, but looking for fluff/vacation money, purpose, and want to do something I love. I love kids! I have two of my own now grown, but no grandkids yet. Even though I had a career, I always put my kids first, and miss that time with young ones. I would love to care for and play with yours. What's better than getting...
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Fun And Efficient

Collinsville, IL

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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
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...
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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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Granite City, IL

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$18/hr
16 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a Visual Arts teacher during the school year at an international private Christian school. I am raising three amazing growing humans who are currently 14/14/12. I have experience with infants to 12th grade. I am background checked and finger printed in both Illinois and Missouri. I am trained in trauma and special needs. My...
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Wood River, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I have almost 10 years of experience in the healthcare field now. I was a CNA at a nursing home for four years, a direct support professional for two years in Missouri. With the past four years, I have been a case manager/working with adults with developmental disabilities and I work front line. I have experience with hospice,...
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Addie L.'s Photo

Collinsville, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
My extensive experience as a nanny and babysitter, plus being a mom and aunt myself, allow me to provide thoughtful, informed care for children of all ages. I am patient, creative, and truly enjoy engaging children through imaginative play, arts and crafts, and reading. I have experience working with special needs children and...
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Maryville, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
transportation
errands
Supporting the independence and well-being of seniors is my true passion. With two years of experience, I bring a patient, calm, and empathetic approach to every home I enter. I hold a college degree and maintain current CPR Training and First Aid Training to ensure the safety of those in my care. I specialize in assisting...
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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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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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Saint Louis, MO

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
I'm a loving and caring person love too work with the disabled and elderly that can't help themselves. Compassionate about my job
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Fun And Creative Sitter!

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
As the oldest of five kids, I've been around kids my whole life. I started babysitting for people outside my family at the age of 12, and have continued on since then! I have experience with children with special needs, multiples, and large numbers of kids! I have a passion for inspiring creativity in kids and encouraging them...

Courtney P. says "My three daughters adore Abby. She has cared for them on many occasions (from the time they were very little) and is still their favorite babysitter to...

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Licensed SPED Teacher With A Love For Puzzles!

Saint Louis, MO

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a licensed SPED teacher with a PK-12 endorsement. I really enjoy working with "tricky" children who may need a little extra support with behavior. I tend to focus on social and emotional growth as key part of my job and helping children navigate their world and self awareness. I firmly believer in using positive behavior...
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Skilled Nanny

Saint Louis, MO

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hello! I have over 15 years of nannying experience. It is my top priority to make sure your child/children are kept safe, cared for and also engaged. I graduated from Macalester College in 2017. I have worked in the special school district and have the abilities and patience to work with all children. I am skilled in working...
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