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Jordan S.


Elmhurst, IL

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Jordan, and I am looking to help an awesome family. I love working with kids, so I used that passion and became a camp counselor. I did that for two years at my local park district. I have experience with children as young as 3 and as old as 13. I also have experience with working with children with special...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Bongi M.


Chicago, IL

$20-24/hr5 yrs exp

Awesome Full Time /part Time Nanny

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi Families Hi my name Bongi I am 26years old, I've been working with kids for as since high school I used to babysit daytime on weekends until I started doing as a job while studying, I have CPR training certificate and childcare training, I am of course infant qualified and have worked with all ages . I have 2 year au pair...
Bongi can also help with: Meal prep
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"BONGI is patient, kind and will treat your little ones like her own, I recommend her to any family that is not only looking for a nanny but also a part of their family."

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Emily H.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr

Experienced Babysitter

Hello, I have 4+ years of experience babysitting and 1 year teaching dance to kids. In that year, I have taught about 4 or 5 children with special needs, whom I was able to accommodate to. My partners brother has Down syndrome and I am with their family majority of the week, I'm very familiar with Down syndrome and autism needs...
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Katie P.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

During high school I took two classes helping out with special needs students. I have a cousin who is schizophrenic and another cousin who has down syndrome. I absolutely would love to help out, and I have plenty of experience.
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Irma F.


Addison, IL

$26/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a mother of 3, I have experience with special need kids. As I am a mother of a son with down syndrome! I'm very patient and loving. I am also very good at multitasking! I love to socialize and care for others.
Irma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Keara O.


Romeoville, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Part-Time Caregiver

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...
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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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Jeanne J.


Chicago, IL

$20-35/hr1 yrs exp

I have been caretaking for an elderly couple and their youngest child who has special needs for the past year. This has given me experience working with folks who have down syndrome and moderate-middle stage Alzheimer's. Prior to caretaking I worked as a farmer and a journalist. I love using my passion for cooking and...
Jeanne can also help with: Errands, dementia, transportation, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
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Michelle E.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

I have over five years of experience dealing with persons aged 0-12, and 18+ who are autistic, on the autism spectrum and/or have dual diagnoses. Some of the mental disorders I have experience with are schizophrenia, bi-polar, manic depression, various levels of anxiety, and PTSD. I also have experience with adults and children...
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Veronica D.


Chicago, IL

$20-24/hr

The Utmost Care

I work currently with a boy who has autism, and I have been surrounded by people with special needs my entire life. I love working with people of all ages who are neurodivergent and need extra assistance. Between autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and more, I have the patience, empathy, and understanding to get the job done while also...
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Tanya B.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Part-time Special Needs Provider

Hi, My name is Tanya. I am interested in working as special needs provider. I have worked with adults with disabilities for 8 years. I am currently working for Chicago Public Schools for 2 years now. I work with grades pre-k through 12th. Their ages are 3 years through 17 years. I also work with special need kids as well. My...
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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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Lori M.


Lockport, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Lori. I am a mother of two grown children, and a grandmother of 5 wonderful grandchildren. I have been working with students whom have special needs at the high school level for the past 15 years. I have experience with working with students with a variety of special needs. I've worked with students whom are...
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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.
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Emma M.


Tinley Park, IL

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I found my passion in working with the special needs population when I was 17 years old. Since then, I have worked with many abilities and ages in a variety of settings-everything from school, home, and recreation. I have experience working with autism and down syndrome individuals as well. I have spent a lot of time...
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Megan O.


Park Ridge, IL

$10-15/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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Jacqueline V.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Young Adult Available

I grew up with a developmentally delayed older sister which has given me a great deal of experience with a variety of different needs. In addition, I was selected to be an aide at my local high school to work with the special education program for a portion of the day, which I have been doing for for the past 2 years. I'm...
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Audrey O.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/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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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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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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