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Alexis P.


Herrin, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

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I'm 24, I have over 10 years of experience. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am a non-smoker. I'm ok with pet care and light house work on top of child care. my experience ranges from 2 weeks old up to 15 years old. I'm available most days. My range of experience differs from child to child.
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Margaret R.


Marion, IL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

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I have 5 years experience with special needs children from the ages of 8-21, I love to do arts and crafts, reading, outdoor activities, playing games, and am willing to do meal preparations. I am currently a high school senior and plan to get my bachelors in special education teaching.
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Margaret R.


Marion, IL

$14-20/hr4 yrs exp

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I worked in early childhood education for the last 4 years and have experience with children ages 8 weeks to 5 years. I also have 4 years experience working with special needs children. I have certification in CPR, first aid, Sids and shaken baby syndrome
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Amber Y.


Marion, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Quality Care Giver, personable and responsible. Worked 6 years in a preschool as a teachers aide, 3 years in special needs daycare, previous teacher at small world daycare! Has been a nanny for the past 5 years for two children. Lots of experience. Creative, fun, and energetic! Can send letters of recommendation by request! :)
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Eunice A.


Carbondale, IL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi! I have four years professional experience looking after children. I studied nursing for 2 years and now I changed majors and I m available for short term and regular sits most evenings. I'm creative and especially love drawing and painting with kids! Great with all ages, from newborn to teen :) I've been working with...
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Mikayla W.


Carbondale, IL

$14-17/hr6 yrs exp

Smile Bringer

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Hi my name is Mikayla I've been in the home healthcare field for over six years now I've been a license DSP for over six years now and that includes my first aid certification and CPR certification I have worked with all different levels of physical and developmental disabilities as well as behavioral issues and special needs...
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Cailynn M.


Carbondale, IL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Patient Sitter And Caring Person

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Hello, My name is Cailynn and I am 23 years old. I graduated Southern Illinois University at Carbondale with a Bachelor's in Communication Disorders and Sciences with Currently, I am in 2nd year of Graduate School pursuing my Masters in Speech Pathology. I moved back home this year for my internship and am looking for something...
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Katlyn F.


Carbondale, IL

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Occupational Therapy Assistant, Personable, Responsible, Down To Earth!

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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Transferring/Body Lifting along with many other aspects of care.
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Mikayla W.


Carbondale, IL

$14-15/hr9 yrs exp

Creative And Flexible Sitter For All Needs

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Hi my name is Mikayla, I grew up in daycare when I aged out I worked for my daycare for two years, from there I worked in my mom's daycare. Ive also taken child care and developmental classes along with a handful of child and regular psychology classes. I've been in the Direct support field since 2015 working with clients of...
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Ashley C.


Carbondale, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Personal Care Assistant

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I have four years of care giving experience and I am a certified nursing assistant. I am trained in first aid and CPR. I can assist in bathing and dressing. I am also trained in special diet plans.

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