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Paula D.


Riverdale, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Kids Deserve Special People

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I am a happy mother of a well adjusted 29-year-old and 17-year-old on the spectrum. I made it through and so can you! I am also a proud mom of a 22-year-old with ADD. I am well versed in caring for special needs kids and meeting your special ones' needs. I understand all of the nuances of raising special needs kids.
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Rita C.


Alsip, IL

$28/hr9 yrs exp

Ability Coach & Support Provider

5.0

(1)

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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Kimberly J.


Chicago, IL

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
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Kesheva P.


Chicago Heights, IL

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

I am a registered behavioral Therapist I have been working with children diagnosed with Autism and other mental and behavioral disabilities. I love working with all children of all levels of cognition. Working with a population as such requires additional education and training which I am qualified for.
5.0
"I have a child with autism Kesheva is always so patient with him. Our family absolutely adores her, and she's good at what she does."

Susan M.

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Eileen K.


Worth, IL

$15-25/hr10 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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Keesha H.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr9 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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Julie A.


Munster, IN

$21-22/hr5 yrs exp

I have over 5 years of experience working with special needs clients. I work at a day facility and side by side in group home facilities. I also have family members with disabilities. I know not every client will be a fit, but it also takes time and patience. In which I'm willing to put forth the effort. Please contact me if you...
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Patricia B.


Chicago Heights, IL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter/ Companion-Certified Nursing Assistant

4.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've Worked Hands On With Special Needs Children in a School Environment and Adults As A Sitter While Hospitalized. My Special Needs Experience With Children Was With Primary Age To Intermediate Age At A. E. R. O, ECHO And SPEED Special Education, From1997 To 2000. I Worked As A Sitter from 2015 to 2019 At St. James Hospital For...
5.0
"She does a great job with my daughter, very kind."

Julia O.

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Damara H.


Chicago, IL

$17-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver with 10 +years of experience . I've cared for individuals in their private home and assisted living environments. I'm Recognized for ability to monitor and provide emotional and physical support to Clients .
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Angela C.


Chicago, IL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Caregiver To All Ages Infants To Seniors, Skilled, Special Needs. Caregiving For 24 Years.

I am a Certified Nursing Assistant have been one for 35 years. I have experience in skilled, ambulatory and also dementia and Alzheimer's. I also have experience with epilepsy and different levels of mental illness.
Angela can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Nicole K.


Chicago, IL

$14-23/hr9 yrs exp

I have experience working with children with autism and other disabilities. I find it very interesting and challenging.
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Sarah Z.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr3 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...
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Oluwatope A.


Chicago, IL

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as compassionate, kind hearted, caring, good listener and easy going I like caring for seniors because it gives me a valuable insight into the aging process and what's to come, giving me an opportunity to think about what matters most in life and how I will look after myself as well as them. I'm...
5.0
"If still looking for hire please get in touch with me via telegram @nunnally0130"

Terrance N.

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Agnieszka H.


Chicago, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a Licensed Paramedic in IL with about 10 years of Healthcare experience, with more than 7 years in EMS. I have experience with people of all walks of life, as well as healthcare needs. I also have experience caring for children of all ages, multiples, and children with special needs. I am a non-smoker, pet friendly, and...
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Willa H.


Thornton, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Substitute Teacher

I am a retired LPN and certified in CPR. I recently became a licensed substitute teacher in pre-school - 12th grade. I have worked with mentally and physically challenged children for five years. As an LPN, I have worked w children as a home health care nurse.
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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Kymon H.


Chicago, IL

$22-40/hr6 yrs exp

I have case management experience with a range of behaviors and diagnoses under my belt. Please ask questions if you have them.
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.
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Katrina W.


Blue Island, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Special Needs Caretaker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with both children and young adults with special needs/disabilities for the last 15 years. I understand that it takes compassion, patience, hard-work and dedication to provide the care that they may need. Although it can sometimes become overwhelming, it's being able to help families that are truly in need of...
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Gloria P.


Chicago, IL

$10-50/hr7 yrs exp

Hello my name is Gloria and I am finishing my masters program in music therapy. I currently work at a day program for adults with disabilities where I am a caregiver as well as a piano instructor. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me regarding my services and music therapy. Thank you and have a great day.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Riverdale, IL

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.

Kesheva P.

5.0

I have a child with autism Kesheva is always so patient with him. Our family absolutely adores her, and she's good at what she does.

- Susan M.

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.

Patricia B.

5.0

She does a great job with my daughter, very kind.

- Julia O.

Oluwatope A.

5.0

If still looking for hire please get in touch with me via telegram @nunnally0130

- Terrance N.

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