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Rileigh W.

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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Experienced Babysitter. Available On T&Th From 10.30am-6pm. S,M,W,F,S Depends On Work Schedule.

East Peoria, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I've worked with newborns to teenagers. Also children with special needs. I love being outside, arts and crafts, and being able to be silly. I'm a college student looking for a nanny job starting fall 2017.
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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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Registered Nurse Taking Some Time Off From Acute Care. I Am Looking For Something Part Time. Although I Am Trained As An RN, I Would Like To Explore Other Venues Of Employment.

Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with developmentally disabled adults, Geriatric Psych. I am very knowledgeable and passionate about Multiple Sclerosis and Diabetes.
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Washington, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
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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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Jacqueline Child Care Giver

Canton, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
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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Registered Nurse Childcare Provider

Peoria, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
As as a Registered Nurse and mother of 3 young adults, I have taken care of children from infancy through young adulthood, I Have worked in newborn nursery and Pediatrician offices, I am trained in child/and adult basic life support. I have experience with G tube feedings, oxygen support, IV fluids, drains, wound care, etc. I...
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Part Time Caregiver

Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
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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Hello, I Am Sage!

East Peoria, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I started working with special needs and/or behavioral children five years ago and after seeing the positive impact in not only the children's lives but my own as well, I never looked back! I currently have five years of professional experience in schools caring for special needs children ranging from 4-22 years old. I would...
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East Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! My name is Haleigh, I live in East Peoria (and would prefer to stay in/close to the area!) and I've been a preschool aide for about a year and a half. I work better with older children (usually ages 3-5 & older!). I have experience working with special needs children (autistic and ADHD) as well as children with behavioral...
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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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Peoria, IL

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$10/hr
I have a sibling that is on the autism spectrum. I have spent many years of my life tutoring at autism summer camps and going to seminars. My mother also ran a early childhood program for children with special needs. I have grown up around, and lived parts of my life with those who have special needs.
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