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Maddie F.


Normal, IL

$14-50/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My Name Is Maddie! I Am 19 Years Old And A Sophomore At ISU!

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I'd describe my personality as outgoing, energetic, and welcoming. I like working with kids because I love seeing kids happy and just enjoying life. I want to be someone that makes them feel safe and like they can be themselves. I'm looking for a job that is flexible around my school schedule and wants to get to know me, not...
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Amber D.


Normal, IL

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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My current job is taking care of individuals with developmental disabilities. I assist these individuals with various everyday tasks such as personal care, cleaning, cooking, shopping, and taking them to their doctor's appointments. I have been working at my current job for a little over 2 years and love it. I would like to...
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Dasia W.


Bloomington, IL

$14-16/hr2 yrs exp

Looking For A Summer Nanny/babysitting Job

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Hello! My name is D'Asia I am a current School Social Worker with a Masters Degree in Social Work. I currently am working with ages 4-15, but I do have experience with younger children as well. I have 5+ years of child care experience with younger family members and family friends. I also have over a year of experience working...
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Tayler S.


Bloomington, IL

$18-21/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi! I am Tayler. I am 23 years old Special Education teacher at Gibson City Highschool. I worked at a daycare and have a lot of experience with all ages from newborn to middle school. I worked this past year a lot with Remote Learning with Unit 5/ District 87. I have also worked in a Special Needs Group home working with adults...
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Jaycey V.


Bloomington, IL

$29/hr10 yrs exp

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I am currently a Early Childhood Special Education Teacher, look for a little extra work. I work with children with a wide range of different needs. I have worked with children on the autism spectrum, children with developmental delays, children with down syndrome, children with cerebral palsy, and children with different...
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Hayleigh W.


Bloomington, IL

$24-50/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Hayleigh. I am a 24-year-old Normal, IL local. I am currently working Part Time at location offering Autism Services, but I am also a certified nursing assistant, CPR certified, and experienced with caring for people of all ages who have special/medical needs. I have pretty open availability. I also have very...
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Haley G.


Bloomington, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Sitter For All

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I have 6 years of experience, including work with children with special needs. I'm currently in college, studying to be a doctor someday. I love working with kids and getting to know their individual personalities. I'm available most hours during the summer and some evenings during the school year. I can transport up to four...
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"Haley has babysat for several times when my husband and I go on dates. She is reliable, kind and sweet. "

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Margaret Honie O.


Bloomington, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Educated, Kindhearted, Patient Person Available To Help Everyday Until 2:45

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I love working with people and my friends tell me I have a kind heart. I am patient and I am a loving person. I have a degree in education but prefer working one on one with people outside the classroom. I am able to stay with sick children, spend time with seniors, go on errands for moms. etc.
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Christine W.


Bloomington, IL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

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My life experience IS my training. My daughter had and still has many medical challenges. I learned basic skills and many other medical skills I never knew I needed or wanted along the way. She is on the spectrum so the challenges of the schools and public are still on going. I have learned only patience and routines makes it...
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Lydia B.


Normal, IL

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Happy To Help :)

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I have 7 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I've grown up around kids of all ages as I was in daycare from the ages of 3-12. After I was done with daycare, I began to help babysit and care for kids from ages 4 months-12 years old. I currently am a behavioral therapist and work with kids with...
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Karris C.


Normal, IL

$16/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Karris I've been a caregiver at nursing homes and at home care since I was 15 yrs old I am now 23 love working and caring for the Elderly I have many experiences with dementia and Alzheimer patients and some adults with special needs working as caregiver I love give them companionship, is hard to find in later life...
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Audrey M.


Bloomington, IL

$15-17/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi! I grew up helping to take care of my sibling with a rare disability that affected him physically and cognitively. Since then, I've babysat for other students with significant special needs and behavioral struggles. I'm currently a school counselor for students aged 6-18 with mental health concerns as well. :)
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Olivia A.


Normal, IL

$15-40/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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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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Marissa S.


Normal, IL

$11-16/hr2 yrs exp

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I've worked as a Registered Behavior Technician during my undergrad. I worked with children with Autism ages 2-13. During my gap year I worked as a Qualified Intellectual Disability Profession for a grant funded Adult learning program. I worked with adults ages 18-94 with a variety of diagnoses as well a varying levels of...
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Amanda G.


Bloomington, IL

$11-20/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Here For You

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I am here to make your life easier.. I am open to anything that needs to get done to make sure your loved one is well taken care of.. I have many references and I love my job and what I do .. I just want to help as many people As I can ..
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Taylor W.


Normal, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

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Hello, my name is Taylor and I'm so excited to meet you and your family! I have 10 years+ experience of nannying / babysitting with Children of all ages. I will help with taking them to sport events or anything they need to do. I have transportation to take them places. I'm also a pet lover so it works for me if you have pets...
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Sarah F.


Arrowsmith, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom/Certified Teacher Available Part-Time (Spring & Summer)

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My name is Sarah "Nicole." I'm a mama to a beautiful 4-year-old daughter and a certified teacher. I have a wide-range of experience working with children from infants to 18-year-olds. I love children and enjoy spending time helping them to grow and learn in our beautiful world. Two of my favorite activities to do with kiddos...
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Sydney B.


Bloomington, IL

$16/hr8 yrs exp

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My name is Sydney and I am an Occupational Therapy Assistant. I work with children with special needs in the school setting and I am looking for weekend and potentially summer sitting jobs. I love doing any and all activities with children including outdoor and indoor activities. I can prepare meals, transport to and from...
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Fallon D.


Normal, IL

$11-16/hr7 yrs exp

Your Ohana Is Important! Ohana Means Family And Family Is Everything!

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Lifeguard and Swim Instructor 2019-2020 Responsible for swimmer safety and monitoring behaviors in and around the pool. Experience with teaching techniques, strokes, and water safety rules to teach students with varying swimming abilities. Assessed the progress of students and adjusted teaching programs accordingly. Babysitting...

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I am Elizabeth. I am 20 years old. I am a student at Illinois state university and I am studying special education. I have over 10 years of experience with kids with disabilities and special needs and also have a lot of experience with kids who don't have special needs. I am a TA at north point elementary in a special education...

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