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5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been taking care of children since 1985. I have been a nanny all over USA until 2002. I decided to make a change and moved to Mainland China (Shenzhen) to teach English. Now I own a small kindergarten in Shenzhen. Because they do not accept or understand learning issues in children, our school gets many special kids. My...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better sitter for them. She always had activities planned and available should the kids be interested, and she was totally...
Justin B.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Patricia. I'm a psychologist from Venezuela. And I have really good experience working with children. I am a very friendly person, I like to laugh and I am very responsible. I love crafting, especially painting and drawing. In my home country, I studied psychology, therefore I had the opportunity to work with children...
Patricia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is very sweet and knows how to soothe even the fussiest baby (and calm worried parents haha). We fully trust her with our 7 month old!"
Lily B.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Madeline, I've been working in child care for 14 years and I have experience with ages 5 weeks to 15 years old. I have a bubbly, imaginative, and creative personality. I am very hands-on and big on crafting! I've made homemade edible finger paints and play dough, sensory bottles, and designed obstacle courses throughout...
Madeline can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"I hired Madeline numerous times to babysit for my 7 y/o son and help him with homework. She was nothing short of Wonderful. She is always punctual and dependable. My son is always excited to see her and asks when she could come back over to play with him which...
Julie G.
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Melanie. Working with kids is my lifelong passion, so I'm truly excited to connect with you and your family. I have over a decade of experience in childcare with children of all ages and backgrounds. I have professional experience as a youth counselor, caregiver, nanny & behavior technician for kids with...
Melanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Melanie is a very responsible person with good values and work ethic. I highly recommend her for any caregiving, cleaning or assistant jobs you might need take care of quickly and efficiently!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hi, my name is Emily! I am a licensed paraprofessional and substitute teacher, with experience from babies to young adults! I have also been a nanny since 2017.
With all of my years nannying, I have cared for only children and multiple siblings (and have overseen countless play dates), and I am comfortable with pretty much any...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She has such a kindhearted spirit and is amazing with kids. She is a safe driver and great cook!"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hi my name is Marisol I go by Mari for short. I'm a mother of a 15year old boy I love dearly. I love pets we have a pup of our own. I have a true passion working with kids and have cared for children of all ages, from infants to school-aged kids, caring for children with special needs. I'm bilingual (Spanish), reliable,...
Marisol can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She's very responsible and a mother herself! She has the upmost respect for people and she's been babysitting for over 5 years. I have known Marisol for years and has been a best friend of mine who I personally trust a lot and is a hardworking, motivational and an...
Nicholas G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Bradi and I am a graduate student at University studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was old enough to take a babysitting certification class through the park district at the age of 12. I have babysat for countless families...
Bradi can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
3.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm Angelina, you can call me Lina if you'd like. I'm a 19-year-old musical artist who graduated high school 6 months early, right before COVID hit us. Although overall, my favorite thing to do is working with kids & I miss them so much. I just had to recently let go of all my families & kids at my Children's Fitness Center...
5.0
"Great with kids and building relationships. Musically gifted and can use songs to bond with children. Well versed in children's activities!"
Justin J.
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)
Hello parents of beautiful angels!
or furry friends!
My name is Hazel, I'm 20 years old and I love working with babies, children, and youth & pets!
I have a drivers license, I was a certified lifeguard before (working with youth of special needs), this knowledge and experience has helped me know to to deal in situations of...
Hazel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"There is not even a word to describe how amazing Hazel is! It has always made me so nervous to leave my children with someone who is not family. But Hazel has truly been a blessing! My girls love her like family. She is the most responsible, most sweetest,...
Danielle R.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Ana and I am a senior in college studying nursing. I have lots of experience nannying. I love children and have worked with kids of all ages, even those with special needs! I can be flexible with schedules and am also comfortable with pets! Right now, I am only looking for short-term jobs like date nights and...
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive the girls where they needed to be and take them, and...
Jackie F.
4.3
(6)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving mother of four fantastic individuals, one with special needs. I have 20 plus years of playing/interacting with children. I love playing games and reading with children. I have numerous years of experience working with children of all ages and many disabilities. Previously employed by Chicago Public Schools as a bus...
Keesha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kesha has been a caregiver for my son (now age 18, with Fragile X Syndrome and Autism) for the past two years and she has been a fantastic addition to the family. She formed a great rapport with my son right away and when she pulls up in front of the house I can...
Rachel H.
4.7
(11)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, 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...
Care member
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Magdalena I am 26 years old. I am bilingual and can speak English and Polish. I attended University of Illinois at Chicago where I majored in Psychology and also minored in Polish. I graduated from there in 2016. Currently I am getting my masters through an online program at Liberty University. I love working with...
Magdalena can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our schedules didn't sync (my schedules was a little complex, no fault of hers) but it seems a family would be so lucky...
Kimberly C.
Ella S.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Fun, And Loving Nanny Looking For Part-time To Possible Full-time Job.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have lots of experience with caring for children, including babies and children with special needs. I love my job!
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
work experience as a nanny with special need children around 5 years I love to work with kids I am very responsible, loving , patient, honest, respectful. I am mother of two beautiful boys also I work as rehab aide , nursing assistant, I graduated as nurse (LPN) in 2012 I have around 12 years of career experience working with...
Doris can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her."
Evangeline E.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have been a full-time nanny for about 15 years now. My experience is from premature babies to middle school-aged kids, also kids with special needs. I am very patient and a loving person. Love to be outdoors, doing activities, singing, reading and dancing with kids. I have my own car willing to use to transport kids...
Miriam can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Miriam was confident and enthusiastic about caring for our 3-year-old and 8-month-old for the evening. Our daughter's first question when she woke up the next morning was when she'd get to see Miriam again!"
Elizabeth T.
3.9
(9)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional nanny for 26 wonderful years. I also have been an Assistant Teacher and a nanny for special needs children. I believe that all children are special and true gifts. I have a lot of fun and creative ideas for art projects, games and playtime. I have alot of experience helping with potty training. I am...
Heather can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Heather joined our family when our sweet little boy was only four months old. She quickly bonded with our son and cared for him as her own. When Heather came into our home, it was a very vulnerable time as Mom was going back to work full-time. Heather made both...
Greg Z.
5.0
(2)
Learning and Playing with children has blessed me with the most wonderful memories of all!
Teaching a child to express themselves and communicate through music and sign language (ASL) and watching their frustrations ease, are some of the reasons I became a Nanny. I am a loving Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of...
Donyel can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Donyel was great with my friends daughter. She learnt her personality style quickly and was able to provide interactive care during the time we employed her. We would definitely hire her again!"
Rebecca S.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I studied psychology and child development in college. I got my first job as a part-time nanny at 14 years old, in which I worked with three children all under the age of three. I worked for this wonderful family all throughout high school and became very close with them. From there, I had two other long-term nanny positions...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Darien, IL
Wendy S.
5.0
Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better sitter for them. She always had activities planned and available should the kids be interested, and she was totally fine if they wanted a more chill...
- Justin B.
Patricia J.
5.0
She is very sweet and knows how to soothe even the fussiest baby (and calm worried parents haha). We fully trust her with our 7 month old!
- Lily B.
Madeline V.
5.0
I hired Madeline numerous times to babysit for my 7 y/o son and help him with homework. She was nothing short of Wonderful. She is always punctual and dependable. My son is always excited to see her and asks when she could come back over to play with him which hasn't always been the case with...
- Julie G.
Melanie B.
5.0
Melanie is a very responsible person with good values and work ethic. I highly recommend her for any caregiving, cleaning or assistant jobs you might need take care of quickly and efficiently!
- Care member
Emily B.
5.0
Emily nannied for me for a year and she still helps me with the kids whenever I need her. Emily is punctual, responsive, reliable, and treats my children like they are her own. My kids adore her and are so happy every time they get to spend time with her. She’s a part of our family and always will...
- Care member