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Ariel G.

Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! My name is Ariel and I'm a 3rd grade teacher. I am an energetic, reliable, and compassionate person who loves working with children! My passion is working with children and creating personal relationships and experiences through play. My job experiences include: -3rd grade teacher in Palos Heights -Camp counselor for 5...
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Compassionate Care For My Special Needs Children

Tremont, IL

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
25 years experience
Hello, I have 25 plus years of experience with fantastic loving special needs of all ages and care needs. I have qualifications with speech, cognitive, occupational, and physical therapy, etc. I have medical, first aid training, and CPR certified. I have had children/ teens /adults with all autistic spectrums. Aspergers,...
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Here I Am Ready To Help, Senior Caregiver

Dunlap, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
mobility assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Lead a helping hand. For any person that I can help with special needs I can be there to help.. No one person can lift one person alone. Everyone need a little or more help.
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Washington, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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East Peoria, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Eva, and I'm 19 years old. I've been working with children since 2022, caring for ages 3 to 12, and I also have experience with both children and adults with special needs. I'm currently working toward my BA in Psychology and considering an associate degree in Child Development, with plans to become a...
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Dunlap, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I am a 3rd year occupational therapy doctorate student at the University of Missouri. I will be home in Peoria until early January while I complete my semester of online classes, and would love to provide consistent child care for a family while I'm here! I have been babysitting for about 10 years, and have several years...
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Farmington, IL

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$17/hr
6 years experience
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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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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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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Mentally Handicapped/physically Handicapped Experience

Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I've been caring for my father who was diagnosed with progressive dementia over 10 yrs ago. My mother had the choice to put him in a nursing home, but our family is so very family oriented that putting him in a nursing home was never a thought. I also have an older brother who was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, and he's...
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Morton, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
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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Peoria, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
As someone who has worked in therapeutic recreation for 2 years, specializing with ages 4-21, I have a passion for the special needs community. I am also a full-time advocate for creating safe and educational spaces and opportunities for the special needs community. I believe I would be the best fit for your family because I am...
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Fun And Energetic

Farmington, IL

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$13/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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.
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Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Lauren! I am born and raised in Peoria and am currently finishing up my junior year at Bradley University. I have many years of paid experience with kiddos, as well as growing up with 5 siblings. I have experience with all ages along with children with special needs. I am also CPR certified!
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Caring Caregiver For All Abilities

East Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I am a certified occupational therapist who has worked with both children and adults with special needs. I have worked in adult day programs for people with mental illness (depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and dementia), and cognitive impairments (traumatic brain injuries, Autism, Down syndrome, and general cognitive...
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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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Jacqueline Child Care Giver

Canton, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have worked at a couple of churches in their childcare department. I worked at first Church of the Nazarene for five years and the nursery department and then I also worked at another church in the childcare department, working with ages from nursery through 3-year-olds, and sometimes with elementary school children, I am very...
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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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Peoria, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
My name is Sierra and I have over 14+ years experience with children ranging from newborns to 13 years of age. I also have experience with children who have special needs. I am very active. I enjoy playing sports (I coached soccer for 6 years and dance for 2), reading, art, and cooking. I love helping with homework, volunteering...
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