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Experience: 10 yrs
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Hi! My name is Shay. I am a 34-year-old college graduate - raised in the North Shore, and currently living in Chicago. I received my bachelor's degree in special education and am currently finishing my master's degree. With my degree and experience, I have been able to work with those of many varying abilities and difficulties, across a wide range of age groups. More specifically, I have experience working with both atypical and typical children aged anywhere from 3 months to 19 years. I have experience working with those who have autism, ADHD, behavioral/emotional disability, developmental delay, sensory, behavior/emotional disabilities, PTSD, cerebral palsy, and other limiting physical disabilities. I have worked within schools, but also have worked in home providing behavior therapy or as a personal support worker. I have a very young, bubbly, and positive energy. I enjoy the little things in life. I love going out and exploring, doing new activities, and being active.
Christy E.
Reviewed on 10/9/2023
Shayna applied for my position and we spoke by phone. She expressed that the position seemed a great fit for her and then said she was speaking with another family that was offering more money and would follow up with me the next day after weighing her options. She them messaged and said she was still trying to connect with other family, mentioned the rate difference again and that she would contact me the next afternoon. This all seemed a bit odd, but I asked her to keep me posted as my timeline was short to get care booked. We never received further communication after that. While it is understandable that everyone needs to have their needs met, it is unprofessional to waste a parent's time in applying, interviewing, expressing interest, and then not following through. It does seem as though she was making no secret of sourcing her care to the highest bidder perhaps in an effort to raise the rate. My post was very specific on rate of pay, ect. We have hired another candidate however this was a disconcerting experience with this caregiver.
Age groups
0-11 mo
1-3 yrs
4-5 yrs
6-11 yrs
12+ yrs
Willing to care for up to 4 children
Rates
Recurring jobs
$15-25/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$26/hr
2 children
$29/hr
3 children
$32/hr
4 children
$35/hr
Can help with
Carpooling
Child care
Companion care
Craft assistance
Groceries/errands
Help with pets
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Organizing/laundry
Packing/moving
Swimming supervision
Transportation
Travel
Education
Illinois State University - 2019
Bachelor degree - Special Education
Northeastern Illinois University - 2024
Currently attending
Graduate degree - Special Education
Languages
English
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Certified teacher
Special needs care
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Has a reliable car
Non-smoker
4:00 PM–12:00 AM
4:00 PM–12:00 AM
4:00 PM–12:00 AM
4:00 PM–12:00 AM
4:00 PM–12:00 AM
7:00 AM–12:00 AM
7:00 AM–12:00 AM
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