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Morgan M.


Wauconda, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part - Time Caregiver

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I was Nanny to child with special needs from August 2018 to March 2020. I provided care for a 6-year-old with severe down syndrome Monday - Friday from 6-8 a.m. then again after school, 3-6 p.m. I would make and feed him breakfast, pack his backpack with bottles/ lunch, assist him with transportation on and off of the school...
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Norma M.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for children with autism and Down syndrome, ADD/HD. I worked at School District 95 Special Education Department.
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"Norma is the best! Very professional and helpful with our special needs son. "

Scott G.

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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Monica S.


Grayslake, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver!

When I was in high school, I had been involved in the Special Needs department for almost 2 and half years! I was involved in a group called Peer Partners and helped the kids in their gym activities. Later on I ended up babysitting one of my favorite kids after school. He is non-verbal and suffers a unique form of down syndrome....
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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Nicole A.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

The Friendly and Fun Nicole C.

Hello! I'm Nicole and I would love to join your world and learn more about your child who has special needs. I myself have a brother who has Down syndrome and understand the unique world that families who love someone with special need are a part of. I have spent many years volunteering with special needs organizations and am...
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Megan M.


Barrington, IL

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitting/ Caregiver/ Pet Sitter

My name is Megan and I graduated from University with a bachelors degree in occupational science and technology in 2024. I am currently pursuing my doctorate in Occupational Therapy and just finished my first year in graduate school. I am looking for a family to help out during the summer and am free Monday- Saturday. I am also...
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Moriah B.


Lake in the Hills, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hello! I am seeking occasional work in the Lake in the Hills area (within 10-20 miles is ideal). I am fairly flexible with hours but do work varying shifts so please reach out to me to inquire about certain days or times. Unfortunately, I am not accepting recurring jobs at this time. Previously employed as a teaching...
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Jessica L.


Wonder Lake, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced CNA Available Full Time

I have cared for people with special needs in the past and I love what I do. I have a niece with Down syndrome and she always brings a smile to my face.
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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...
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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Rachel M.


Palatine, IL

$13-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hi I'm Rachel I'm 19 years old and I currently attend Harper college in Palatine il. I have an amazing amount of experience watching kids, I love working and taking care of kids. I am currently working at a after school daycare as A staff member. I've also been babysitting my little cousins ever since they were infants. Plus,...
Rachel can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
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Sophia A.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$17-20/hr

Experienced And Patient Nanny

Hello, my name is Sophia and I have been babysitting/nannying for over 10 year! My mom is a special needs teacher in district 34, and I have years of experience going in to help with her students. Additionally, I was a part of a high school class that allowed me to work one-on-one with a teenager who had Down syndrome for one...
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Agnieszka P.


Algonquin, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience providing compassionate support to individuals of all ages, from infants to seniors, with diverse special needs. Proficient in addressing ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, mobility challenges, speech delay, blindness/visual impairment, Down Syndrome, food...
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...
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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