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Special needs caregivers in Staunton, IL

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I currently work at Hope Learning Academy. I am a paraprofessional who works with children who have ASD. I am caring and patient and love my job. I am looking to help around my work schedule. I love taking care those patients who needs special care:)
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Mackenzie W.


Highland, IL

$11-20/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic And Educated Sitter

5.0

(2)

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Hi! My name is Mackenzie and I am a college student who loves caring for children in her free time. I have experience nannying two summers in a row for 2, 4, 12 and 14-year-olds 6-8 hours a day. Also, I spent last summer working for an elementary school as a classroom aid for a special needs summer program. Got multiples? No...
5.0
"If you are looking for a responsible, energetic, fun sitter...Mackenzie is for you! She is wise beyond her years, a great sitter, AND so much more! She is the top of my list to babysit my 4 kids. She watched...

Reviewed by Jill S.

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Angela W.


Highland, IL

$13/hr13 yrs exp

I Love Children

4.5

(2)

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Hi, I am nearly 30 years old and I have been a nanny for over 13 years. I love babies and kids, I love to play with them, care for them, teach them and just give them love. I have cared for many different kids for many years, newborns, toddlers, families with kids, kids with special needs such as autism and twins. I have gone to...
4.0
"Angela is so caring. She loves my children and always wants what is best for them. She interacts with them at their level, while teaching patience and kindness. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Kaili H.


Highland, IL

$18/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi. I am a 22-year-old living in Highland, IL. I enjoy working with kids and have spent many years doing so. I have babysat, worked as a substitute teacher, was a daycare assistant, and have worked in a special needs classroom. I enjoy challenging kids to better themselves everyday, while making sure they have lots of fun!
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Elise H.


Edwardsville, IL

$11-20/hr1 yrs exp

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This past summer, I have worked as a camp counselor. This job included watching 15-25 kids everyday for 3 months. I plan to teach after I graduate college and would love more experience working with kids. I have also spent one on one time with special needs kids and am equipped to take care of them.
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Layla S.


Edwardsville, IL

$11-20/hr2 yrs exp

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I have the pleasure of fulfilling the roles as sister, aunt, and friend which have allowed me to have lots of experience taking care of children with a variety of needs! Some of the tasks I am experienced in are taking children to and from school, preparing meals, facilitating activities, and monitoring/helping with homework....
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Leslie H.


Edwardsville, IL

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

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I attended vocational school in high school for nursing for two years. I worked in several nursing homes, hospitals and home care. I have taken care of elderly and special needs kids. What I can bring to the table is years of past experience and I am dependable, caring, and mature and I will treat your loved one like my own...
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Leslie H.


Edwardsville, IL

$33/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver For Elderly Or Disabled.

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I attended vocational school in high school for nursing for two years. I became an CNA in 1983, I worked in several nursing homes, hospitals and home care. I have taken care of elderly and special needs kids. I have not done any home care for several years, I was most recently an operations manager for a large transportation...
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Leslie H.


Edwardsville, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Dependable, Mature Caregiver

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I attended vocational school in high school for nursing for two years. I worked in several nursing homes, hospitals and home care. I have taken care of elderly and special needs kids. What I can bring to the table is years of past experience and I am dependable, caring, and mature and I will treat your loved one like my own...
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Anna M.


Highland, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello my name is Anna. I am currently working at a daycare and have been there since I was 16. I am now 19. I just would love to change it up a bit and be able to work towards my degree. I would love to get a summer nanny job. I can work whatever hours. I have a reliable car and live on my own if your house is not an option. I...
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Callie K.


Edwardsville, IL

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(4)

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I have babysat and nannied for many children of all ages from infants to preteens since I was about 14. I have a 1-year-old niece and many young cousins. I have worked with special needs kids through tutoring, the special Olympics, and working at an autism clinic. I have experience in cleaning, cooking, yard work, tutoring, etc....
5.0
"Callie is absolutely great! She babysat my daughter who loved her. Sometimes I would come home earlier than expected or would have to run home really quick before leaving again and they would always be playing...

Reviewed by Tiffany S.

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Leasa C.


Highland, IL

$25-50/hr

I've Been A Licensed PTA For 35 Years.

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I was a CNA for 2 years in a SNF during college. I worked with special needs/physically challenged children from 3-21 years old for 20 years. During that time I worked PRN for home health with orthopedic/geriatric patients 15 years. I've spent the past 12 years providing therapy in a rehab setting to geriatric patients in a SNF....
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Anastasia B.


Edwardsville, IL

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Anastasia

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I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician 3 days a week. I have also worked with a man through DORS who had epilepsy and developmental delays. I would love to talk with you about this opportunity.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Staunton, IL

Mackenzie W.

5.0

If you are looking for a responsible, energetic, fun sitter...Mackenzie is for you! She is wise beyond her years, a great sitter, AND so much more! She is the top of my list to babysit my 4 kids. She watched my kids when they were infants through pre-teens and proved she was amazing with kids at...

- Jill S.

Angela W.

4.0

Angela is so caring. She loves my children and always wants what is best for them. She interacts with them at their level, while teaching patience and kindness.

- Care member

Callie K.

5.0

Callie is absolutely great! She babysat my daughter who loved her. Sometimes I would come home earlier than expected or would have to run home really quick before leaving again and they would always be playing a game, doing hair, painting, etc. I always came home to a house that was cleaner than...

- Tiffany S.

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