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Hi! My name is Gail and I am currently an Elementary School Counselor. Prior to becoming a School Counselor, I worked as a paraprofessional for students with special needs. I have nannied for 4 summers while I was completing both my Bachelor and Master's degrees and pride myself on not only keeping your children safe and engaged...
Faith R.
Washington, IL
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Faith and I'm 20 years old. I live in Washington and I have been in childcare since I was 11 years old. My first job was with a child who was 18 months old with special needs, and I have worked with many other children. I have experience with groups of children up to 10-12 kids, so I can definitely handle a group...
5.0
"We loved having Faith care for our daughter. She was friendly, always prompt, and spent a lot of quality time with her. I would hire her again in a heartbeat! "
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Hi! My name is Gail and I am currently an Elementary School Counselor. Prior to becoming a School Counselor, I worked as a paraprofessional for students with special needs. I have nannied for 4 summers while I was completing both my Bachelor and Master's degrees and pride myself on not only keeping your children safe and engaged...
5.0
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Hello! I am a children's behavioral therapist certified in working with children with special needs between the ages of 3-21 years old. I am certified in CPR, Basic life support, child safety, first aid, as well as RBT certified. Just prior to my job as a therapist at easterseals, I worked as an Emergency Medical Technician on...
5.0
"My kids have loved having her. Has fun crafts for them to do every day after school which they look forward to. Keeps them on track with homework and chores but has structured fun activities for them that keeps...
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I am a Behavioral therapist for children with autism, I help to teach them skills that help them to better achieve their goals. This is not a nanny position, however the job encompasses all of the same responsibilities, I care for children all day long in a school like setting. As a children's therapist I carry out these similar...
5.0
"Savannah in my opinion is just perfect babysitter, she is sweet, very reliable, punctual, creative and trustworthy. My daughter just loves her and love to spend time with her.
With Savannah being your...
Reviewed by Mike J.
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Hello! I am a children's behavioral therapist certified in working with children with special needs between the ages of 3-21 years old. I am certified in CPR, Basic life support, child safety, first aid, as well as RBT certified. Just prior to my job as a therapist at easterseals, I worked as an Emergency Medical Technician on...
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I have been a certified CPR/CNA/caregiver for 12 years in home care. Provide basic care to patients which include assisting in daily activities of living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and transporting. Use of hoyer lifts, and transfers from wheelchairs and beds.
Heidi Z.
Morton, IL
$12-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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My younger sister has Down Syndrome and life with her jump-started my experience with people with disabilities. I helped in penguin project for 10 years which was a theater opportunity for children with disabilities. When I turned 16 I worked at Timber Pointe Outdoor Center which is Easter Seals summer camp. Then I started at...
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I worked for four years as a DSP (Direct Support Professional) at a group home for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. I am experienced in feeding, bathing, and dressing and was also authorized to administer medications. I also drove my residents to various outings including doctor's appointments,...
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Hi! My names Kalina. since the age of 15 i've provided child care and became a nanny to a family of 2 children. I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Provide special needs care, and provide fun activities for children. Child Care/ Nannying has always been something that i've loved to do and I would...
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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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I have experience with many different individuals. I currently work for Carle health 3x a week as my primary job. I am looking to go back into home health as a secondary. I have helped individuals whom have experienced: Dementia/ Alzheimer's, diabete's, stroke, autism, seizures, blind, deaf, amputee/ prosthetics, sensory...
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RN seeking part time job caring for your love one. Leaving floor nursing after 15 yrs of direct patient care for pediatric and geriatric client. Seeking a family in need of an energic, loving individual. Ventilators/Trach, Medications, Treatments, PICC lines, G-buttons and G-Tubes.
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Hello, I have 20 plus years experience with fantastic loving special needs of all ages and care needs. Experienced with speech, cognitive, occupational and physical therapy, etc. I have medical, first aid training and CPR certified. I have had children/teen/adults with all autistic spectrum disorders, Aspergers, cognitive...
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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...
Holly S.
Peoria, IL
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! My name is Holly and I am a junior civil engineering major at Bradley University. For the past 3 summers I worked at my local summer camp as an inclusion aide for children with special needs. I have worked with children with autism, ADHD, and ODD. I started babysitting when I was 14 and I have experience with babies and...
5.0
"She is the best! I would highly recommend her to anyone."
Reviewed by Kristen R.
Tammy A.
Pekin, IL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have been working with patient for six years now. I also have personal experience with Traumatic Brain Injuries. My brother was hit by a truck as he was walking across the street two years ago and now has a TBI. He eats with a feeding tube and cannot walk. He is 36 years old.
Elizabeth B.
Peoria, IL
$10-15/hr
3.0
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I worked with the penguin project for 5 years, volunteering with children with special needs. I immediately loved it and have been perusing a career in Occupational Therapy ever since.
5.0
"Beth has the kindest heart. She deeply cares about her clients, whether they are 4-legged or 2! She will go above and beyond to provide the best care and is dedicated to any job she takes on"
Reviewed by Julianne S.
5.0
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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 10-year-old boy. I am a certified Behavior Therapist since June 2018 and have spent the last 2. 5 years providing intensive behavior therapy to children with special...
5.0
"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 aged boys after school. She was hands on and would...
Reviewed by Trisha R.
5.0
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I will do everything I can to keep you comfortable safe and happy in your own home. I have been a cna since 1997. I have cared for special needs children and adults
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Washington, IL
Faith R.
5.0
We loved having Faith care for our daughter. She was friendly, always prompt, and spent a lot of quality time with her. I would hire her again in a heartbeat!
- Care member
Savannah B.
5.0
My kids have loved having her. Has fun crafts for them to do every day after school which they look forward to. Keeps them on track with homework and chores but has structured fun activities for them that keeps them off their devices. It has been a joy having her.
- Care member
Savannah B.
5.0
Savannah in my opinion is just perfect babysitter, she is sweet, very reliable, punctual, creative and trustworthy. My daughter just loves her and love to spend time with her.
With Savannah being your babysitter you won't have to be worried about your child or if he/she is watching cartoons....
- Mike J.
Holly S.
5.0
She is the best! I would highly recommend her to anyone.
- Kristen R.
Elizabeth B.
5.0
Beth has the kindest heart. She deeply cares about her clients, whether they are 4-legged or 2! She will go above and beyond to provide the best care and is dedicated to any job she takes on
- Julianne S.
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