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Keara O.


Romeoville, IL

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Part-Time Caregiver

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I have experience working with many populations with special needs. I have spent a summer as a Program Coordinator at Northern Will County Special Recreation Association where I planned activities, games, field trips, etc. for teens and adults with disabilities (ages 12-24). I also worked there as a Program Assistant last winter...
Experienced Special Needs Caregiver with 13 years of experience providing compassionate and reliable care to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. I have worked with children with epilepsy, down syndrome, autism. As well as I have worked with kids with delayed learning disability as dyscalculia add , dyslexia, , and...
I have been working with children for 3 years and have worked with special needs children multiple times throughout my career as a nanny. I have cared for children with Down's syndrome, Autism, and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome as well as children with physical needs such as leg and back braces. I am also a certified nursing assistant...
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Diana C.


Bridgeview, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Diana! I've worked with children with Down syndrome. I know each person has different levels to their disability thus individual care is needed.
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Tamika T.


Brookfield, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I've worked with autism, cerebral palsy, ADHD, ADD, seizures, Down syndrome, and much more. I love working with special needs children because they are the best children to work with.They are so loving, kind, friendly and outgoing!
I have a 26-year-old son with Down syndrome. Has had 2 open heart surgeries. As an infant was NG tubed and on O2 and heart monitor. I am familiar with assistive tech devices, non verbal individuals with disabilities. I am a volunteer for Special Olympics. I am so prepared to take care of your son or daughter!
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Megan O.


Park Ridge, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver/Special Needs Aid

Assisting and advocating for those with special needs has always been a passion of mine. My experience with individuals with disabilities started when I began nannying for a young girl with down syndrome when I was 15. I continued this job for three years. In this time, I helped to take her to dance classes, assist with her swim...
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Erin S.


Chicago, IL

$22-30/hr2 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Available For Care

I have experience caring for my sister with Down Syndrome as well as kids with a variety of disabilities. I was a teacher's assistant at a special eds summer school for years and am now a nurse on a neurology/neurosurgery unit so I care for patients with strokes, seizures, ALS, traumatic injuries, etc.
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Amy W.


Wheeling, IL

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Special-Needs Caregiver

I am a Special Education Paraprofessional in a Kindergarten classroom! My main responsibilities were to assist the students with recreational and educational activities, practice behavior management, help with toileting, and of course keep the kids safe. In college, I interned with Community Access Naperville, a...
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Pamela W.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working for Clare Woods Academy for the past 13 years. I have extensive experience with special needs children, I. e. autism, Down's syndrome, learning disability, behavioral and O. D. D. Issues. I am also an RBT Therapist. Prior to the aforementioned I was a Readu Ing Intervention Aide,
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep
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CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Leonor D.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Fulltime Special Needs Care

My name is Leonor, I'm originally from Peru. for the past 30 years of my life I have devoted most of it to teaching, tutoring, and taking care of children. I realized at an early age that this was my passion in life, what makes me smile and brings me Joy. Over my years of teaching children I have come across all different types...
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Audrey O.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I am a college student studying to hopefully pursue a career in neuropsychology, helping to advocate for kids and adults with special needs so that they can live as happily and independently as possible. I have two older sisters, one with NLD and CP whose special needs played a crucial part in shaping the way that I grew...
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Kayode I.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Greetings! My name is Kayode. I am very friendly and easy to get along with . I love the crack jokes making my clients happy. Direct support professional with 7years experience as well as working in the mental health field. I have worked in all different types of settings working with Cognitive flexibility , down syndrome ,...
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Naomi B.


Skokie, IL

$20-35/hr6 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Naomi. I have always enjoyed working with and helping people of all ages. I have been around young children in my family my entire life, as well as babysitting nights and weekends for the last 6 years! I have also worked with a close family friend who has Down syndrome, a child with cognitive disabilities...
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Maria P.


Skokie, IL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny Available Everyday Except Mondays And Wednesdays

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Maria and I have 9 years of experience working with children of all ages (newborn-15 years old). I was also a therapeutic assistant at a special needs schools working with kids who have autism, and Down's syndrome. I would love to find a position that allows me some time to work on my school work. I currently...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Debbie S.


Lisle, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

I worked with a toddler in the infant room who had Down syndrome. When she moved to the toddler room, she was able to communicate with us when she wanted more to eat or drink. She was able to walk but did it slowly.
Hi there! Glad you found me. For over 3 years now I have been a tutor, companion, and provided assistance to children with special needs including (but not limited to) Autism, CP, Down Syndrome, and sensory processing disorders. I am highly proficient in ASL and well versed in AAC. I worked at Chicago Speech Therapy where I...
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Isabel L.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

I have tons of experience working with people with disabilities. In the past I was a PCA to man with Downs syndrome. I also have spent the past 6 summers working at a sleepaway camp for adults with a range of abilities.
For the last 7 years, I have been working with disabled adults. I've worked with all types of disabilities such as Down syndrome, autism, and cerebral palsy just to name a few. Growing up, my mother worked in this field along with caring for elderly and childcare, giving me the opportunity to be in these communities at an early...
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Erin S.


Chicago, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter For Kids Of All Ages

I am a registered nurse, graduated from Boston College in 2021, looking to fulfill your childcare/petcare needs! I have experience with infants up to 12-year-olds and truly enjoy babysitting. I also have experience with children with a wide range of special needs as I have worked as a teacher's aid and camp counselor at a...
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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