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Destiny B.


Highland Park, IL

$30-50/hr6 yrs exp

Loving And Hardworking Caregiver & Helper

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I was a live in care giver and life manager for a young adult with Down syndrome for 6 years. Previously I was a house manager for busy household with 2 homes to care and manage in the city and suburbs. Love to care for others and lighten the load on parents!
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Kirsten R.


Highland Park, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Creative Learning Focused Mom Seeking PT Nanny Role

Highland Park Parent of 2 grown kids with a background in elementary education and child care in a variety of settings. Currently working for a Lake Forest family. Seeking a nanny/house manager with flexible weekdays looking for fun with kids and extra cash. Long term commitment. Crafts, nature, school help. Masters in elem...
Kirsten can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

I am a Special Education major at Illinois State University and I have a passion for taking care and working with children with special needs. I have volunteer experience working with students with many different disabilities like autism, down syndrome, dyslexia, and many others.
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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...
I have worked at a elementary, and middle school levels with a wide range of students! As a elementary school teaching assistant, I have worked with students with autism, down syndrome, various physical handicaps, and specific learning disabilities. As a middle school teacher I also have experience working with children who...
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Nicole W.


Wilmette, IL

$20-40/hr8 yrs exp

Care Giver - Special Needs

Previously, I spent 2 wonderful years in Special Education within the Fairfax County Public School system in Mclean, Virginia before moving to Wilmette. During that time our students presented with the most severe conditions such as Down syndrome and Autism, many were non-verbal. For the past 5 years, I have been working...
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Erica M.


Chicago, IL

$22-35/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Companion/Care Provider Available

5.0

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My experience includes two years working with adults with physical and mental disabilities including TBI's, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, and Down Syndrome in a group home setting. I have also worked with children with Autism and have experience in behavior therapy.
5.0
"Erica is reliable and always shows up on time. She's been working for six months with my autistic daughter and things have gone really smoothly. She's confident and comfortable with special needs kids"

Laurence L.

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Meghan M.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have paid experience teaching theater, dance, art and yoga to children over the past 11 years. I have 2 years full -time nanny experience with toddlers and over a decade of babysitting experience as well. I've worked with kids of all ages and love to plan a fun day with my charges. I have 20+ years experience with special...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Meghan is my 3rd nanny, and she is THE.BEST. Your time and money will be well-spent on this amazing person. She regularly goes above and beyond with my kids (2 boys; now 2 and 4, but 1 and 3 when Meghan started). She brings books and snacks and games. She texts me...

Chelka P.

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Florence N.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hands

4.0

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a 44-year-old divorced mother to a 12-year-old boy with Down Syndrome, who is truly a blessing. I've been a full-time mother, and I am ready to get back into the work force. I am a very reliable, responsible, and kindhearted individual. I'm open to providing care, compassion, nurturing to any age as I truly enjoy helping...
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Amber F.


Chicago, IL

$15-19/hr7 yrs exp

Fun And Enthusiastic Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm a recent graduate from DePaul University; before going to DePaul, I was a nanny with a family for 2 years (kids ages 6 and 8) and was a summer nanny in high school. I used to work for a children's daycare (ages 2-4) while living in Milwaukee as well as I also have experience working with children with special needs. I...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Amber was awesome! We were sad to hear she was moving back home and could no longer regularly sit. We will miss her!"

Amanda S.

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Bongi M.


Chicago, IL

$22-24/hr5 yrs exp

Awesome Full Time /part Time Nanny

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
5.0
"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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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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Rashun W.


Evanston, IL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

My name is Rashun . I have worked with adults and children with special needs for Over 5 Years. I have worked as a hands on counselor for those with special needs. I also lived with and helped take care of my nephew with Down syndrome and another nephew with ADHD. I provide a loving and caring environment. I also have an...
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Tessa K.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

Experience in high school special needs classroom (instructing, socializing) Experience with Down Syndrome (socializing, instructing)
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Kayla R.


Grayslake, IL

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

I have a younger sister with Down syndrome. I've sat in on many sessions with her and her therapists learning, watching and becoming more involved in her life as the time goes on. in high school and middle school I was a part of the schools "buddy" program doing gym and spending time in the classrooms with the kids in these...
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Emily S.


Skokie, IL

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Emily and I have worked with special needs kids for as long as I can remember. My mom was a special needs teacher, and she taught me everything she knows. I have 2 years of paid experience tutoring kids with special needs, and over 10 years of volunteer experience. I volunteered at a special needs dance class,...
Hi there! I am self contained autism teacher for 1st and 2nd graders. I have had an abundance amount of experience caring for individuals with down syndrome and children who are on the spectrum. Please reach out to me if you are seeking a caregiver for a child with special needs or a child without. :)
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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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Matthew F.


Wood Dale, IL

$18-24/hr1 yrs exp

I have multiple years of experience working with children with special needs, particularly children with autism, ADHD, Down's syndrome, speech delays, and developmental delays.
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Molly T.


Wood Dale, IL

$18-50/hr11 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as energetic, kind hearted, and adventurous! I started caring for people with special needs when I was young. I grew up with Down syndrome in my home! Continued through high school with the buddy program and have had many jobs with special needs!! In my spare time, I like to be outside! I love...

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Highland Park, IL

Erica M.

5.0

Erica is reliable and always shows up on time. She's been working for six months with my autistic daughter and things have gone really smoothly. She's confident and comfortable with special needs kids

- Laurence L.

Meghan M.

5.0

Meghan is my 3rd nanny, and she is THE.BEST. Your time and money will be well-spent on this amazing person. She regularly goes above and beyond with my kids (2 boys; now 2 and 4, but 1 and 3 when Meghan started). She brings books and snacks and games. She texts me during the week with ideas she has...

- Chelka P.

Amber F.

5.0

Amber was awesome! We were sad to hear she was moving back home and could no longer regularly sit. We will miss her!

- Amanda S.

Bongi M.

5.0

Bongi has been awesome! Would highly recommend her!! She’s very professional and always on time!

- Care member

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