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Canan M.


Naperville, IL

$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

3.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I currently take care of a child who has specuial needs. I assist with eating ,changing, changing feeding machine, comforting, and constructing activities. I am going to school currently for early childhood education. Please message me with details regarding a position.
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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 also a caregiver. I'm great with kids. 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...
Bonniejean can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Bonniejean stepped in as a caregiver for my dad while he has been recovering from surgery. She started working for our family while l was out of town, and I came back to find his house nicely cleaned and organized. She also makes him filling meals, does laundry and...

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Cori F.


Darien, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 18 years. I now work as an assistant at the Elementary level K-2 grades. I am a certified CNA, Phlebotomists, EKG technician. I have provided home health care for 15 years.
5.0
"She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done. "

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Stevie S.


Aurora, IL

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Stevie, the owner of Be Yourself Inc., an all-girls group dedicated to supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Each day, we plan exciting outings such as movies, cooking classes, guided workouts, and boxing. Alongside these fun activities, we focus on life skills and community integration, helping our...
5.0
"Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!"

Kathy S.

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Kerstin T.


Orland Park, IL

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider With 8 Years Of Experience Including Special Needs Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Kerstin, A passionate and nurturing childcare provider with over 8 years of experience with infants - teens and special needs. I approach every child with patience, understanding, and tailored care. I'd describe my personality as compassionate, reliable, and patient. I genuinely care about the well-being of every child...
Kerstin can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Julie S.


Yorkville, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Morning Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a registered behavior technician and I love working with young children that have ASD. I also enjoy working with families that have other special needs children.
5.0
"Julie is amazing with both of my children but especially wonderful with my son with Autism. He just loves her, we all do! She is very patient with him and one of the kindest people I have ever met! We are very lucky to have Julie as a part of our lives!!"

Rhonda H.

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Wendy P.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Patient, Loving Caregiver Seeking Part Time Position To Make A Positive Difference

If you are looking for a kind, patient and compassionate person to assist you or your loved one, I could be just what you are looking for. I am seeking a part time position to provide companionship and assistance with other needs such as light house work, errands, meal prep., appointments, etc. I am energetic, out-going,...
5.0
"I have had Wendy care for my 77 year old husband who has both Parkinson’s and dementia. She was on time, engaged him in activities, even cleaned the kitchen! Great gal! Highly recommended!"

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Tina B.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hey there! I'm Tina, a passionate caregiver with 3 years of Special Education teaching experience. I prioritize celebrating diversity and accommodating different learning styles, drawing from my unique neurodivergent perspective. As an identical twin, I understand the dynamics of multiples and foster individual growth within a...
5.0
"Tina is sweet and reliable. She is great with my son, and I still hire her when she's home! I wish she didn't have to go away to school. She's very inclusive and communicative"

Regina R.

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Laura M.


Frankfort, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been an ICU nurse for 13yrs, but with a move across the country 2x, and no bachelor's degree, I was only able to find a job as a private home care nurse. And I fell in love with it!! I have cared for 2 special needs children in their home, including g-tube feedings, CPAP mask, nebulizers, etc.
5.0
"Laura is a compassionate and caring nurse. I trusted her with my special needs children from the start. She always did things the way I instructed, but wasn't afraid to make suggestions. Works very well independently, and gave me the peace of mind I needed as a...

Keri M.

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Nijole B.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available Part-Time

I have been a caregiver for 10 years and am very passionate about what I do. One of my employers had an 18-year-old daughter with epilepsy. I assisted her with homework, morning routine, meal preparation, and other household duties. I was also a math teacher in my home country of Lithuania for 20 years, which sometimes required...
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Kelly C.


Manhattan, IL

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am a person who cares and has a heart, I currently donate and spend a lot of time trying to help project fire buddies.
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Emma P.


Aurora, IL

$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Many Years

I have always had a passion for children. I started babysitting in my neighborhood when I was 11 and kept that going for many many years. I have worked for many years with special needs children. I nannied for a boy who is now 21 for 7 years. I also worked as a care giver part time at a young girls group home for special needs...
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Carrie Q.


Orland Park, IL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

24 Years Of Experience With Mental And Physical Disabilities

I worked for a company for 24 years full time as a house manager for a home with several adults with mental and physical disabilities. I would love and care for them as if they were family. I helped dress and feed and shop and pass medicine and all of their daily needs. I give comfort and compassion and loving care to your loved...
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Marcey M.


Naperville, IL

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a nursing student with a social work background passionate about helping families. I have worked primarily with the special needs population and am comfortable caring for people of all ages. I have a 2-year-old nephew and 6-month-old niece who I have helped care for since they were born. My dream is to become a...
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Alexia F.


Mokena, IL

$25-28/hr • 5 yrs exp

Future Early Childhood Special Educator With Paraprofessional Experience.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have babysat children since I was 10 years old (I passed the American Red Cross Babysitting course). I have worked in daycares and in homes, and I worked in a preschool as a paraprofessional for kids between the ages of 3 and 5 with special needs ranging from ASD to cerebral palsy. I have changed countless diapers, worked on...
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Kenerah N.


Bolingbrook, IL

$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

I have about a year of paid experience working with special needs children. RBT Certified. Paraprofessional license.
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Samantha C.


Orland Park, IL

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have been in the special needs field in some capacity since high school. I have worked hand in hand with many different types of individuals, especially those with CP. I have assisted with all different ADL's (Feeding, Bathing, Dressing, etc.). I work at a slower pace to make sure the individual I am working with is...
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Iryna R.


Naperville, IL

$22-38/hr • 5 yrs exp

Iryna

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello There! I Have Reliable Transportation. I Love Pets. I Have 5 Years Of Experience As A Personal Caregiver, 5 As A Housekeeper, 5 As A Cook. I Have Associate Degree in Food Arts. Languages: English, Ukrainian, Russian, Polish. And! Good at Time Management and Punctual. Let's Meet!
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Michelle S.


Yorkville, IL

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi everyone! Helping others has been my overarching career for the past 20+ years. Others have described me as "empathetic, always has a smile on her face, shows genuine passion and interest, and feeling like part of the family." My most recent work history has afforded me the opportunity to work with children, students,...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Shorewood, IL

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.

Cori F.

5.0

She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done.

- Care member

Stevie S.

5.0

Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!

- Kathy S.

Julie S.

5.0

Julie is amazing with both of my children but especially wonderful with my son with Autism. He just loves her, we all do! She is very patient with him and one of the kindest people I have ever met! We are very lucky to have Julie as a part of our lives!!

- Rhonda H.

Wendy P.

5.0

Wendy is AMAZING! My husband and I cannot say enough about her and the amazing experience our daughter had with her! We came from out of state for a wedding and never left our daughter with anyone besides our family before. Wendy took the time to video with us before babysitting our daughter, and...

- Care member

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