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Leola B.


Gary, IN

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

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I've worked with adults and children with trachs, Down Syndrome and wheelchair bound. I have also made sure they took their meds on time. I've cooked and cleaned their homes. I've read to them if they wanted. I took them out for walks or we would just sit outside and enjoy the weather.
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Verlisa B.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr

I Have 5 Years Of Experience With Children With With Special Needs.

My Child Care Provider responsibilities included overseeing the basic schedule of special needs children, conducting activities, and supporting other staff members as needed.
Verlisa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Yasmin G.


Chicago Heights, IL

$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have worked in child care for about 3 years now. I'm very passionate about working with children. I have worked with mostly every age group. I'm bilingual. I'm very passionate about encouraging children to develop socially, emotionally and intellectually.
I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
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Angelia H.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

Hey there! I'm Angelia, a compassionate and hands-on caregiver with a background in supporting children with special needs. My experience has taught me the importance of patience, adaptability, and truly catering to each child's unique needs. I hold a bachelor's degree in sociology, which has deepened my understanding of human...
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Sarah Z.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

SCI RN

Hi! My name is Sarah and I am currently a registered nurse at Hines VA Hospital in the spinal cord unit. I have been a nurse for three years and I have been on the spinal cord unit for two and a half years. I currently work the night shift so I have a very variable schedule. I am trying to say up for a wedding so I am looking to...
I've been a care provider for the past 10 years. I am currently on team to get my RBT and have worked in clinical and residential settings with children who have behavioral issues, medical issues, and mental delays.
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Dionne V.


Blue Island, IL

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I am a teachers aide for children that have developmental disabilities. I have been doing this for 20 years now. Prior to that I was a C. N. A for about 6 years. I also work with adults that have developmental disabilities. I have been doing this for about 15 years. I absolutely love what I do. Best of all I love making a...
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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...
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Kimberly R.


Chicago, IL

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Caregiver

4.8

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi. I am dependable and love to have fun with kids. I love kids to be themselves and to enjoy life. I took care of a 56-year-old man who has Epilepsy. He has seizure attacks a lot of times and I make sure that he take his medication, meals, took him to his doctor appointments, shower, light housekeeping and laundry. Also, I...
4.0
"Interviewed her and she was early for her appointment. I plan to add her to my on call list."

Bertina P.

Hello, my name is Lara. I am s single mother of four looking for a fresh start on my next stage in life. I have been a stay at home mother for 16 years and enjoyed every minute. Once my children entered school and no longer needed my assistance, I went back into the work force. I am presently working for the local public school...

Candice G.


East Chicago, IN

$10-15/hr • 9 yrs exp

I am a professional Healthcare worker with experience as a Home Care Aide, CNA and patient technician. Familiar with HIPAA regulations and taking patients records, entering data, and preparing patient. Received education from a CAHIIM accredited program Please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, Candice.
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Bonniejean M.


Mokena, IL

$22/hr • 9 yrs exp

Nanny/ Caregiver / Special Needs/ Organizer

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My personality: Joyful and outgoing. I'm a nurturer being caring, supportive, compassionate and patient. I'm a nanny and caregiver. I love working as a Nanny. This is very rewarding for me. I help children build social skills and character as well. I like working with kids because kids' rock! They are unique because each and...
Bonniejean can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bonnie is absolutely wonderful with our daughter! We are very pleased with her and are lucky we found her! She is kind, patient, friendly, outgoing, and very caring!! She spends a lot of time doing hands on activities with our daughter! She is learning so much each...

Stephanie D.

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Rita C.


Alsip, IL

$28/hr • 9 yrs exp

Ability Coach & Support Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love my job! What I love most are the amazing people I get to work with. I have over 10 years experience working with students and clients with multiple abilities and diagnoses. I have worked as a paid employee and volunteer for school districts, special need cooperatives and adult service providers. This has given me...
5.0
"Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her tenure with our family. She is trustworthy, pleasant to be around, and is wonderful with kiddos. I strongly...

Charles S.

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Bonita H.


Chicago, IL

$17-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Dedicated And Compassionate Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

From 2012-2013 I worked for the Autism Program of Illinois, and umbrella company of The Hope Institute for Children and Families. In my role as Network Outreach Coordinator I worked on behalf of children and families with Autism and other developmental disabilities. My previous role, along with my years of volunteer experience...
5.0
"I called Bonita last minute and she showed right up. She was very patient and understanding with my daughter. She has a bright smile and brings positivity with her, which helps when you have a kid suffering from depression."

Crystal M.

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Julie O.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Care Provider, Social Worker,and Counselor

I work with seniors who have special needs ranging from physical and mental decline, poor mobility to Alzheimer, grief & loss, special diets, etc.
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Lakeia P.


Crete, IL

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
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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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Marian H.


Chicago, IL

$23-35/hr • 1 yrs exp

Graduate Psychology Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I recently moved to Chicago to pursue a doctorate in clinical psychology, with an emphasize on children and adolescents, and am looking for opportunities to continue working with children while I study. Happy to provide recommendations and referrals. I hold a Master's degree in psychology and have three years experience in...
5.0
"Marian is awesome. I was looking for someone with experience with autistic children to spend some time with my twins who are on the spectrum. Marian came once a week and was super helpful in engaging my children, entertaining them, while also pushing them to...

Coney P.

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Keesha H.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

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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Recent special needs child care reviews in Calumet City, IL

Kimberly R.

5.0

Kimberly is an incredible caregiver. She has been working for us for over two years and she has provided excellent care of our special needs daughter who is cognitively impaired and has a seizure disorder. She is loving, caring, thoughtful , trustworthy and she is always in a good mood. She will do...

- Adrienne N.

Bonniejean M.

5.0

Bonnie is absolutely wonderful with our daughter! We are very pleased with her and are lucky we found her! She is kind, patient, friendly, outgoing, and very caring!! She spends a lot of time doing hands on activities with our daughter! She is learning so much each and every day! I highly recommend...

- Stephanie D.

Rita C.

5.0

Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her tenure with our family. She is trustworthy, pleasant to be around, and is wonderful with kiddos. I strongly recommend her for any caregiver...

- Charles S.

Bonita H.

5.0

I called Bonita last minute and she showed right up. She was very patient and understanding with my daughter. She has a bright smile and brings positivity with her, which helps when you have a kid suffering from depression.

- Crystal M.

Marian H.

5.0

Marian is awesome. I was looking for someone with experience with autistic children to spend some time with my twins who are on the spectrum. Marian came once a week and was super helpful in engaging my children, entertaining them, while also pushing them to develop the social skills and executive...

- Coney P.

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