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Addison P.


Champaign, IL

$11-20/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And CNA

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I have several years of experience babysitting children of all ages. Most recently I began teaching horseback riding lessons to kids with special needs. I have my CNA and have been currently working with that. Along with having my CNA I also have my CPR certification.
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Winnie K.


Champaign, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting

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I have worked with children young and old with and even with special needs, I love what I do because it's a blessing to do this job

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I have been caring for seniors and special-needs clients and residents for over 25 to almost 30 years now to me this job is not just its a passion just like a calling from God I love what I work with Alzheimer's and dementia patients on daily basis because do I work in the field as well I certified CNA I have other...
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Deja H.


Urbana, IL

$15-17/hr10 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as fun, intuitive, and caring. I like working with kids because it provides an outlet for my desire to nurture things! I started working with kids when I was 10 years old. I used to babysit my younger siblings and cousins. I have worked at 2 daycares in Champaign. I have a lot of experience working...
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"We hired Deja to care for our 5-year-old daughter for several full days when school was not in session. Deja is very kind and professional. She found ways to keep our daughter active throughout the day. We have...

Reviewed by Jessica R.

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Shareatha C.


Champaign, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver For Special Needs, Dedicated To Enriching Lives

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Im a passionate caregiver with eight years of experience working with disabled children. From my time as a teacher's aide in special education to my current role as a caregiver for special needs individuals, my love for this work has only grown stronger. With deep empathy and understanding, I strive to create a nurturing...
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Emily L.


Champaign, IL

$15-16/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi! I'm newly graduated from the University of Illinois. I'm returning in the fall to begin my master's in Speech Language Pathology. I plan to work with children in the future so I love kids. I've worked with kids from about 10 months to 11 years old. I recently worked with 2-4-year-olds in a preschool setting. I'm organized,...
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Addie I.


Champaign, IL

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Military Member, Dental Hygiene Student In Champaign

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My interests include staying active, and focused on school, while keeping a healthy and balanced lifestyle. My past experience include working at a summer camp for special needs children as a camp counselor, summer care, and babysitting for family and friends a few times a month with children aged anywhere from 6 months-13 years...
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Addie I.


Champaign, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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My experience has been working with special needs children at a summer camp as a camp counselor. I am passionate in getting to know each child in any way, and finding things that interest them so that they can learn, and have an experience while doing so in a way that is best for them.
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Alexandra C.


Urbana, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Highly Experienced And Compassionate College Student With Car

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Originally from Chicago, I'm a Senior at Lewis & Clark College studying history and French. I have aspirations of becoming a high school history teacher. I have worked with people with special needs for the past four years at a Chicago land agency. I work primarily with children and adolescents. During the summer, I work as a...
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Abigail W.


Champaign, IL

$14-20/hr1 yrs exp

Fun And Friendly Sitter!

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I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I'm 18 and currently a student. I'm working towards my degree in education and currently work as a server . I'm love working with kids. I've babysat multiple children before, including those with special needs. I'm also a big history geek!
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Sydney R.


Champaign, IL

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi I am Sydney! I am a student at the University of Illinois studying Animal Sciences. I am compassionate, friendly, responsible, and will be a perfect match to care for your children! I have a deep passion to care for both animals and children. I have experience babysitting since I was in high school up to now. My parents are a...
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"Sydney babysits our youngest son one afternoon a week after pre-school so that his mom and I can work. She is an extremely loving and energetic person who is always up for whatever games that he wants to play!...

Reviewed by Adam R.

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Amanda M.


Champaign, IL

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Looking To Help You

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Hello! I am looking to help you and your family. I have a love for children with special needs. I am currently teaching a self contained special education class on the east side of Indy, but would love to expand my heart to you as well!
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Tyliah B.


Champaign, IL

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello my name is Tyliah, I would I love to help out with your kiddo(s)! I'd describe my personality as Outgoing, Creative & Kind I like working with kids because kids have a special place in my heart. Children are the most impressionable and I love being apart of molding our future adults. All kids deserve love and I am a...

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Hello! I am 19 years old and attend University. I am majoring in Special Education Deaf and Hard of Hearing. I worked as an After School counselor last year and a summer camp counselor over the summer. The three summers prior I was a summer nanny for two children. I will only be home from school over winter break, which is a...
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Tina U.


Champaign, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked with an M. S. client since 2014 & am currently helping with another MS client as well, I have my own Homecare business which I started in 2008. References upon request
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Lynn W.


Mahomet, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Needs Instructor/Elder Care

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I have served as a Special Needs Teacher for nine years ; I worked as an Elementary Teacher for eight years, and an Early Childhood Teacher for five years or more; I also have served as a Caregiver for the Elderly for 11 years

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With over a decade of experience nannying, I have experience caring for children with ADHD, ODD and Down Syndrome.
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Jahnellia B.


Champaign, IL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

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I have over 8 years of experience being a nanny. I am originally from Chicago but relocated to Central Illinois for college. I have a Bachelors of Social Work and work as a Child Welfare specialist. I am currently looking for a nannying position that involves nights and weekends exclusively, since I work during normal business...

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