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Alexandra H.


Oak Lawn, IL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

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I have both professional and personal experience working with those with special needs. My brother has down syndrome and autism. I also worked as an ABA therapist for 2 years, and currently work with adults with both developmental and intellectual disabilities.
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Eileen M.


Oak Lawn, IL

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

My experience with special needs came from a previous family that I nannied for. The young boy had ADHD and required medication, counseling and follow through on behavior modification techniques. Another experience was a young boy I tutored who had Down Syndrome. He was a high functioning little guy who was able to learn to read...
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Keesha H.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a mother of a child with special needs I have experience caring for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, Emotional Disabilities, Opposition Defiance Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder. I am employed by Chicago Public Schools as a aide for children with special needs and by the Chicago Park District as an Inclusion Aide...
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Eileen K.


Worth, IL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm A Caring, Loving Person Who Gives Dependable Help

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. Some with autism, muscular dystrophy, down syndrome, etc. I have been a caregiver for over 19years and I'm a mom of three.
5.0
"I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day! "

Patrick D.

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Elana C.


Chicago, IL

$18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience as a summer camp councilor taking car of 10+ kids aged 5-10 for 2 hours a day four days a week. Recently, I had the honor of taking over as camp director for our summer drama camp which provided me with the opportunity to work with 42 campers alongside my staff. I had the privilege of being a part...
Elana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Megan F.


Riverside, IL

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Caregiver Available

I graduated with a degree in Recreation Therapy from Georgia Southern in 2017. Since graduating, I have been a 1:1 paraprofessional for a 16-year-old student with Down syndrome, a therapy aid at a therapeutic preschool and kindergarten for kids with Autism and Down syndrome, a special recreation coordinator for teens & adults,...
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Tanya B.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 10 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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Michelle E.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 7 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...

Laura F.


La Grange, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I am a special educator with a Masters degree. I have 5 children of my own, old enough where I can and need to work longer hours! I have worked with a variety of children including regular education students as well as children with Autism, ED, LD, CP, Down's Syndrome, etc. I have also had my own home-day care for approximately...
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Florence N.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr • 10 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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Dania G.


Melrose Park, IL

$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Parents! I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
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Jaclyn M.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love children. I started working at a daycare facility at the age of 15 and continued to work there throughout high school. When I was 18, I went to college to pursue my degree in Elementary Education. During college breaks and summers I nannied for a family with grade school aged twins. Upon graduation, I received a job...
Jaclyn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is great with babies! She has watched my daughter(6months) and I will definitely use her again! "

Mary R.

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Jordan S.


Elmhurst, IL

$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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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Erica M.


Chicago, IL

$22-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-Time Companion/Care Provider Available

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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Leilani M.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Leilani. I recently graduated with my bachelors in Health Informatics. My ultimate goal is to become a nurse. I have a very big family so taking care of kids is something I've always done and enjoyed. I have a sister with special needs and have been a caretaker for her for years. She has mosaic Down syndrome,...
Leilani can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Leilani is the best sitter you could find on this app. I knew she would be a great fit for my kids and I from the start and she's been nothing short of amazing. She's caring, patient, funny and genuine. I know when I leave my kids are safe and that they will also...

Alexa M.

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Michele D.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have been caring for children since I was 12 then, in high school I received my infant, toddler and school age assistant/lead teaching licenses as well as SIDS, CPR, AED and first aid certification. I then did a school-to-work program, serving children K-6. In college I worked at two child care centers that served 6 week-...
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Emily H.


Chicago, IL

$17-21/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

$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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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Oak Lawn, IL

Eileen K.

5.0

I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day!

- Patrick D.

Jaclyn M.

5.0

Jaclyn was by far our little T (10m) favorite caretakers. Shes so kind and communicative with her (and us) and as a former teacher we felt rest assured our daughter was in the very best of hands. Can’t wait to have Jaclyn come watch T again!!!

- Care member

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.

Leilani M.

5.0

Leilani has been such an amazing caregiver for our baby girl (less than 1 year old). Our daughter lights up anytime she sees Leilani and gets great attentive care throughout the entire day. She also has great communication and is highly punctual. Our family couldn't recommend a better nanny.

- Care member

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