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Alyssa N.


Towanda, IL

$15/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Babysitter And Special Education Major

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Hello! I am currently a CNA and Special Education major at ISU. I have cared for children and adults off all ages and with all levels of needs. My specialization is children and adults with multiple severe disabilities and complex medical conditions. I also do well with individuals who have challenging, complex behaviors. I have...
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Paige A.


Normal, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Looking For A Summer Job!

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Hi! My name is Paige A. and I am pursuing a special education degree at Illinois State University. I have worked at a summer camp for children who have special needs for 2 summers and worked as a nanny in my hometown last summer. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and love kids of all ages!
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Tashekia M.


Bloomington, IL

$25-39/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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I have experience caring for someone with Alzheimer's, & bipolar. I am also a mother of an autistic son so I have experience caring for special needs as well.
5.0
"Tashekia is a very respectful, reliable, trustworthy person. She enjoys helping people in need no matter their circumstances."

Reviewed by Amari C.

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Victoria D.


Normal, IL

$20-38/hr6 yrs exp

4.0

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Hi! I'm Victoria! I currently just moved back home to Bloomington from Dallas where I was a nanny for five years! I have experience with children ages from 1-month-old to 12 years old, I also have experience with special needs children! I'm CPR/first aid certified and covid vaccinated. I have a reliable vehicle, and amazing...
5.0
"Victoria was our nanny for the first six months of our son’s life and she is an excellent caregiver. Victoria has a very gentle and loving way with little ones and our son took to her immediately. She is...

Reviewed by Care member

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Alyssia H.


Bloomington, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Need Provider

5.0

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I have a positive attitude and a desire to be in the helping field. I have the ability to learn quickly, am task oriented, and eager to advance my career and continue my education. Due to my own firsthand knowledge of the quality services you provide your clients and students. As indicated in the enclosed resume, I possess...
5.0
"Alyssia is friendly, helpful, and reliable. She is patient and kind with my daughter. I highly recommend her!"

Reviewed by Sonia K.

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Victoria D.


Normal, IL

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

Plano ISD WORKER! RELIABLE!

5.0

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Hi! I m Victoria! Let me tell you a little about me! I'm 23 years old, I attend Collin College, and I love to have fun! I'm currently a nanny for 3 amazing kids in Frisco, and I have also worked for plano ISD with a program. I have a reliable vehicle with incredible references. I have worked with infant, toddlers, special needs,...
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Jahkayla R.


Bloomington, IL

$23/hr5 yrs exp

Hi.! My Name Is Jahkayla! I'm 20 Years Old And I've Been Working With Children For About 4 Years.

5.0

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I'd describe my personality as Caring, honest, energetic. I like working with kids because I feel like I can be myself. I love giving the children a chance to be themselves and encourage them. I enjoy working with children. I'm looking for a job where I feel like I belong. A place where I enjoy being. I would like to find a...
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Karris C.


Normal, IL

$16/hr5 yrs exp

Karris Caregiver

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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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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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Tayler S.


Bloomington, IL

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

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I have a lot of experience working with special needs. I worked with many different varieties of disabilities and a large age range. I've gained this experience through volunteering and a dance class that I teach and I have also been trained to be a DSP and worked in group homes for four years. I am CPR and first aid certified.

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Hi, I'm Faith. I have assisted several people with special needs over the years. I hope that I am able to help you on your search for care.
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Kimberly B.


Normal, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher And Caregiver

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I have worked with children from birth through high school, including students with special needs. I have experience in early childhood and elementary school classrooms as well as babysitting/nanny positions. I love art, nature, reading, sports and animals.
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Taylor W.


Normal, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi there!! 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 also will take them on trips if needed. I'm also a pet lover. I will help...

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Hello, I have experience with children who are on the spectrum, along with children who have ADHD. I am willing to work with children and be able to fit their needs. I am also willing to help parents out with whatever they may need. I am not currently CPR certified but I would be willing to do so. If you're interested please...
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Hayleigh W.


Bloomington, IL

$24-50/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable Care Giver

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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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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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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...
5.0
"Haley has babysat for several times when my husband and I go on dates. She is reliable, kind and sweet. "

Reviewed by Caroline V.

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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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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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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Towanda, IL

Tashekia M.

5.0

Tashekia is a very respectful, reliable, trustworthy person. She enjoys helping people in need no matter their circumstances.

- Amari C.

Victoria D.

5.0

Victoria was our nanny for the first six months of our son’s life and she is an excellent caregiver. Victoria has a very gentle and loving way with little ones and our son took to her immediately. She is dependable, trustworthy, and diligent in respecting a family’s preferences and ways of caring...

- Care member

Alyssia H.

5.0

Alyssia is friendly, helpful, and reliable. She is patient and kind with my daughter. I highly recommend her!

- Sonia K.

Haley G.

5.0

Haley has babysat for several times when my husband and I go on dates. She is reliable, kind and sweet.

- Caroline V.

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