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Jessie O.


Farmington, IL

$17-22/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello. My name is Jessie. I have experience with young people who are physically and mentally challenged. I worked in a group home setting for these clients for 6 years. I can use a hoyer. lift . I am CPR certified and am also covid vaccinated. I don't mind the short drive as it is hard to find work in my small town. I look...
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Jessie O.


Farmington, IL

$13-18/hr6 yrs exp

Fun And Energetic

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. My name is Jessie. I love children and helping them learn as they grow. I have experience with special needs children and I have also been a nanny for 5-6 yrs. I enjoy reading, puzzles, board games, and crafts.
Jessie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Christy R.


Trivoli, IL

$25/hr

Family / Individual Care Taker

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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Stephanie O.


Peoria, IL

$19/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Stephanie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
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"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 aged boys after school. She was hands on and would bring crafts and games to play and interact with them. She...

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Stephanie O.


Peoria, IL

$15/hr

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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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Breann M.


Peoria, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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.
Hi! My name is Sydney, I study health sciences at UIUC while working towards a bachelors in nursing. I would consider myself to be a patient, organized, and fun individual, and often spend my free time watching movies, baking, reading, and going on walks. I own my own car and have experience in babysitting young children, teens,...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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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