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Bella D.

Washington, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
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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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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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
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Morton, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Hello, I Am Sage!

East Peoria, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 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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Morton, IL

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$10/hr
3 years experience
Hi all! I'm looking for a full time job for the summer. I work at a school working with early childhood aged kids 3-4 and kindergarten students. All kids I work one on one with are special needs. It's taught me to have a lot of patience and to be very understanding. I do everything from potty training, teaching independence,...
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I Can Help With All Your Need!

Eureka, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
A future Special education Teacher , I have experience with babysitting one high functioning Autistic child, and willing to learn how to better assist you or your loved one!
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Morton, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
For the past 10 years, I've been privileged to nurture children's growth and development, fueled by early babysitting experiences and a passion for positively impacting young lives. My approach is patient, creative, and friendly. I am comfortable caring for up to 4 children across various age groups. I communicate with you...
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East Peoria, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
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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OT ASSISTANT

Eureka, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Hi. I have worked with people of all ages and their families for over 26 years, including 15 school years working with kids with a variety of different abilities. I enjoy helping others. I have a degree in occupational therapy and a level two background clearance check.
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Eureka, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have been a CNA for 10 years. I have experience in nursing home settings, hospitals, assisted livings and hospice for the last 4 1/2 years.
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East Peoria, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
hospice services
errands
dementia
meal prep
+ 1 more
With over 10 years of caregiving experience, I specialize in providing compassionate, personalized support to seniors and individuals with special needs. My background includes home health, hospice, and facility care where I focus on maintaining comfort, dignity, and quality of life. I pride myself on being dependable, patient,...
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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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Caregiver

Peoria, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
Dear Family, My previous life and work experience make me an excellent candidate to provide childcare services to your family. I am a proud mother of an amazing 13-year-old boy. I have been a professional nanny with families through Care. com for 4 years. I am a certified Behavior Therapist since June 2018 and spent 2. 5 years...

Trisha R. says "Stephanie was an amazing nanny to our family for 9 months. She was wonderful with our two 4 year old children with Down syndrome as well as our elementary...

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Registered Nurse

Peoria, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Specialized care
errands
dementia
companionship
respite care
+ 1 more
Experienced home health care, geriatric, special needs, intellectual development disability (IDD) and Alzheimers/dementia registered nurse available to care for your loved one in your home. If you are working, have to work out of town for a couple days, or need respite care, I would love to stay with your loved one. I have a...

Michele M. says "For the last 5 years, Michelle has house sat, dog sat and chicken sat for us while we have been on vacation. She does everything we ask with the utmost...

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Care-giver Available

Peoria, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Dear Family, My previous life and work experience make me an excellent candidate to provide child care services for your family. I am focused, caring, patient and creative. It is my goal is to be a life-long learner and use my talents to provide tender-loving care to children and families, and help children learn and excel in...
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Peoria, IL

4.3(1)
from
$20/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
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...

Carmen G. says "Sierra was great! She was available last minute and our son loved her. "

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Peoria, IL

5.0(0)
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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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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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  • 38 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of May 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Washington, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in Washington, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 38 listed special needs caregivers

Stephanie S.

Stephanie was an amazing nanny to our family for 9 months. She was wonderful with our two 4 year old children with Down syndrome as well as...

- Trisha R.

Michelle B.

For the last 5 years, Michelle has house sat, dog sat and chicken sat for us while we have been on vacation. She does everything we ask...

- Michele M.

Sierra M.

Sierra was great! She was available last minute and our son loved her.

- Carmen G.

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