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Tanya B.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Summer Part-time Special Needs Provider

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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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Irma F.


Addison, IL

$26/hr • 1 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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Pamela W.


Aurora, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Prior to 2012, I worked the public school districts 93 and 4 as a Reading Intervention Aide where I targeted and supported elementary aged students struggling to read. Since 2012 I have been working at Clare Woods Academy as a Paraprofessional working with a variety of ages and children with Special Needs... I. e. Autism, Downs...
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 socialize and care for others.
Irma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
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Caroline M.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr • 3 yrs exp

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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Katie P.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr • 2 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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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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Pamela W.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr • 10 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
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Debbie S.


Lisle, IL

$10-15/hr • 1 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.
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Erin S.


Chicago, IL

$22/hr • 10 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Erin S.


Chicago, IL

$22-30/hr • 2 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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Isabel L.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr • 1 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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Amara J.


Orland Park, IL

$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Amara

Hello, My name is Amara and I am a 25-year-old recent graduate student. I'm currently in Illinois. My major is communication and science disorders with an emphasis in early childhood literacy. I hope to become a speech-pathologist in the near future. I have experience working as a nanny with 4 children aged 1-3. I have also...
Amara can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Rashun W.


Evanston, IL

$15-20/hr • 6 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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Audrey O.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 10 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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Melissa V.


Mount Prospect, IL

$22-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

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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Lynnea De D.


Chicago, IL

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Art Teacher Nanny!

I have over 14 years experience working with children in the educational setting. I started out as a teacher assistant caring for special needs students. I then went on and continued my career in the special education field as a paraprofessional. I was a one on one para for a special needs girl with down syndrome for 7 years. I...
Lynnea De can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Megan O.


Park Ridge, IL

$15/hr • 3 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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Gabrielle M.


Lockport, IL

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Gaby . Ive been in the home health care field for 6 years. Ive taken care of patients who have had different disabilities and illnesses such as cancer, strokes, Alzheimer's- Dementia, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, etc. I am experienced with companion care , medication management, bathing, lifting, cooking and...
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Keara O.


Romeoville, IL

$15/hr • 1 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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