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Special needs child care in Cicero, IL
Dina S.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I cared for my cousin's husband for several months. He has Lewy Body Dementia. I helped with feeding, dressing, exercise, recreation and toileting. He and I became fast friends and have a close bond. I have also worked with children with autism and ADHD.
My best friend from High School has Muscular Dystrophy, and my best friend...
5.0
"Dina is family and during my husband's illness she was his caregiver/companion during the day thereby giving me much needed time away from constant caregiving. She was reliable, responsible, and creative in thinking of ways to engage my husband. She provided...
Karen O.
Natacha P.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate looking for an income and I have 5 years experience working in healthcare. Thank you.
5.0
"Natacha was a great conversationalist and was helpful when I needed assistance going to a medical procedure. She's very dependable and I would recommend her to anyone in need of services."
Yulanda C.
Alesandra D.
Chicago, IL
$17-19/hr
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Ali and I am currently a third year student in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Northwestern. I have had experience dealing with special needs for all ages and am hoping to purse a career in pediatric physical therapy upon graduation.
5.0
"Ali was a true delight! I only wish she could have held me for a longer period of time. She was extremely dependable and reliable. She takes initiative and is professional. She is just fun to be with. There wasn't anything she wasn't willing to do."
Lisa M.
5.0
(1)
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...
5.0
(1)
I have experience working with those with special needs for about 5 years now, I have experience with diabetes, memory loss patients, autism, and cognitive delays. Overall I am a kind and outgoing person, and I would be a perfect fit for someone looking for a companion! I have my own transportation and am comfortable with meal...
Janae W.
Chicago, IL
$20-25/hr
5.0
(2)
Hi! I'm a friendly babysitter. I have 2 yrs experience with babysitting. I am very patient with kids and allow them to express what they want. I can help out with crafts and other tasks. People often tell me I have a warm aura because kids gravitate towards me a lot.
5.0
"Loved having Janae as a babysitter! She helped with packing my son's lunch for school and making sure both my son and daughter were fed on time, properly changed and into bed. I have two kids ages 5 and 3, both autistic so she had a lot of patience with them...
Corin P.
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...
Meghan S.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a gen ed teacher with a minor in special education. I currently have eight students in my class with special needs and each of them brighten my day in more ways than I can count. When I attended Miami University, my brother was studying special education and it opened many new doors for me. I joined an organization called...
5.0
"Meghan was great with my two girls! She helped me last minute when I really the needed the help! My nine year old loved her and looked forward to her coming! I would for sure hire her again!"
Anne O.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...
5.0
"Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we would definitely rehire him. I do not hesitate to recommend him!"
Leslie G.
Danielle C.
Forest Park, IL
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a mother and a wife who is looking for extra hours working for a family in need. I have almost 18 years experience working with a wide variety of different disabilities and ages. My last job I currently had was working at autism home support doing behavior therapy. In the past I have also working with a family and a girl...
5.0
(3)
Experienced caregiver with an illustrious track record spanning over 20 years of providing personalized and heartfelt care to diverse individuals in need. This multifaceted exposure has not only enriched my skills but also instilled in me a creative approach to delivering compassionate care. My journey in caregiving has been an...
5.0
"Maria is an outstanding caregiver, patient, punctual, going out of her way, and over her duties in caring for her patients."
Care member
My name is Barbara Harris-Woodard, JD MA. I specialize in working with adults and seniors who have learning disabilities, and also individuals who need life coaching and support.
I'd describe my personality as attentive, responsive, and caring. I like working with people because it's an opportunity to lead by example and...
Barbara can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I am an extremely experienced and capable child and special needs caregiver.
-5 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults on the spectrum teaching them life skills and reducing maladaptive behaviors
-3 years experience as a nanny
-2 years experience teaching high school psychology
-1 year of experience...
Mary can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Jacqueline V.
Chicago, IL
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Part-Time/Per-Diem Caregiver - Available Short Notice, Experienced With Infants And Special Needs
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I absolutely adore working with children of all ages! I am currently employed full-time as a Registered Nurse at a local children's hospital. In my free time, I enjoy exercising with my dog on the trails and I babysit on a per-diem basis.
I have my own car and a spotless driving record. I grew up in a household with a...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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Robin V.
Chicago, IL
$17/hr • 1 yrs exp
I work for Special Recreation Association of Central Lake County, and am an aide for 3 amazing autistic kids. I also work one day a week with the Active Adults, I have always had a passion for working with special needs kids, but once I did this program I realized how awesome it is to work with the adults too. My dream has...
Olivia B.
Chicago, IL
$30-50/hr
As a special education teacher in Chicago Public Schools, I am incredibly passionate about providing equitable opportunities for all children to learn, grow, and experience the world around them. The best parts of my day are seeing children happy, excited, and confident, whether in an academic or social setting. I have my LBS1...
I like caring for people with special needs because of my passion and delight in seeing people happy through my efforts.
One thing you should know about me is I am strong and hardworking.
My skills include driving, cleaning and personal support.
Britany R.
La Grange, IL
$24-32/hr • 1 yrs exp
For the past year, I've worked as a Registered Behavior Technician, where I gained valuable experience supporting children with various needs and creating positive learning environments. Before that, I had extensive experience teaching and nannying, which has helped me develop a deep understanding of children's unique needs and...
Sarah M.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
I was a behavior technician for 2 years and worked with children with autism of all ages and diagnoses
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Recent special needs child care reviews in Cicero, IL
Dina S.
5.0
Dina is family and during my husband's illness she was his caregiver/companion during the day thereby giving me much needed time away from constant caregiving. She was reliable, responsible, and creative in thinking of ways to engage my husband. She provided excellent care being always vigilant of...
- Karen O.
Natacha P.
5.0
Natacha was a great conversationalist and was helpful when I needed assistance going to a medical procedure. She's very dependable and I would recommend her to anyone in need of services.
- Yulanda C.
Alesandra D.
5.0
Ali was a true delight! I only wish she could have held me for a longer period of time. She was extremely dependable and reliable. She takes initiative and is professional. She is just fun to be with. There wasn't anything she wasn't willing to do.
- Lisa M.
Janae W.
5.0
Loved having Janae as a babysitter! She helped with packing my son's lunch for school and making sure both my son and daughter were fed on time, properly changed and into bed. I have two kids ages 5 and 3, both autistic so she had a lot of patience with them considering the communication barrier.
- Corin P.
Meghan S.
5.0
Meghan was great with my two girls! She helped me last minute when I really the needed the help! My nine year old loved her and looked forward to her coming! I would for sure hire her again!
- Anne O.