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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I am 23. I have many years of experience. I volunteered at a camp for children with special needs. I was a camp counselor and helped take care of them. The youngest child I have ever watched was a 3 months old. I am very responsible and reliable. I have reliable transportation,...
Shelby can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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.
4.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of a 20 yr old son, a 26-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 6-year-old boy. I have over 15 years babysitting and Nanny experience with all ages as well as special needs care. I find joy in helping children learn and grow. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, going to parks and taking nature walks. I am...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"In order to understand Dawn, I have to tell you the environment. My son, M, was born was severe chronic respiratory disease and epilepsy. M was mentally 1 month old and confined to a wheelchair, ventilator and feeding tube. We we through every home nursing...
Mike A.
Karen R.
McHenry, IL
$20-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
Honest, Personable, Responsible, Compassionate And Dedicated Caregiver /Nanny For Six Families
4.6
(21)
Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood
My first experience as a childcare provider is when I was a young teenager. Later, I worked with special needs children as a bus driver and teaching assistant for eight years. I have worked with families who had infants, preschool and school-aged children as a nanny since 2011. I fully enjoy being a nanny and I am in excellent...
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Karen has been absolutely wonderful! She watched our 6 month old as I was returning back to work after maternity leave. A spot opened up at daycare a lot sooner than expected, which is the only reason we aren't having her watch our son any longer. While at our...
Elizabeth R.
I have worked with special needs children as a special needs bus driver and summer school teacher's assistant for eight year. I have a cover letter and resume that I will bring to an interview. Thank you.
Honest, loving, reliable and a God fearing individual. Receives goid and excellent reviews from previous clients. My Motto is "Let all your things be done with Love" 1 cor. 16:14.
I am the mother to two wonderful boys both who have special needs. My oldest is 6 and has severe ADHD with possible bi-polar, and my younger one is 3 with failure to thrive and GERD. Both are very active boys who have kept me on my feet. I am very used to speech/occupation/physical therapies as they both have IEP's through the...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CNA
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
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her."
Evangeline E.
5.0
(21)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Sarah. I am looking for a full time nanny position with a loving family. I'm looking to utilize my 11 and a half years of child care experience and knowledge in growth development by providing good guidance and exceptional care as a professional live out nanny. I also have two and a half years experience with...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two children. She has done overnight stays with us as well. Sarah interacts with my children through various games, activities,...
Stephanie M.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses.
As a public school teacher of many...
5.0
"Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time with an amazing attitude and is always finding new ways to help. She is reliable, hardworking, responsive,...
Ann D.
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Tina
I Love being with kids, as my experience as a babysitter and nanny is around 8 years, including 1 year looking after special needs child , 2 years looking after 2 lovely boys , aged 1 and 6 , looking after newborn baby twins (premature) for an year.
Have a primary school teacher degree and CPR. Also worked as a...
Klimentina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tina cared for our premature twin girls from when they were 2 months adjusted until about 18 months old. She is very punctual and good at communication. She was flexible with our changing schedules and loves our daughters dearly. In addition to helping them...
Nadine K.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family.
About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...
Jill can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two boys (3 mo. and 18 mo. at the time). Throughout the approximately 3 1/2 years that she worked for us, she was...
Margaret D.
Michelle R.
Mount Prospect, IL
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager / Early Childhood Educator / Newborn Care Specialist
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced nanny, early childhood educator, nanny house manager and newborn care specialist. I have dedicated my career to working with families and children in a variety of settings. My background extends beyond working in private homes of families, and includes teaching and leadership roles in quality Early Childhood...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Michelle is a warm, caring educator. She has extensive knowledge of child growth and development. Michelle is creative, a problem solver, and team player. She truly loves working with children and families."
Dottie D.
Merrie S.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny Seeking Full Time Position With Awesome Kiddos!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former preschool teacher assistant , current nanny and mother of a beautiful 10-year-old girl. I have over 10 years of experience and absolutely adore children. I'm comfortable with newborn-high school ages. I'm experienced in children with special needs. CPR/first aid certified!
A little about me,
I love reading,...
Merrie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hello, my name is Sophia and I have been babysitting/nannying for over 10 year! My mom is a special needs teacher in district 34, and I have years of experience going in to help with her students. Additionally, I was a part of a high school class that allowed me to work one-on-one with a teenager who had Down syndrome for one...
I am experienced bilingual caregiver who is reliable, patient, kind , and very well organized. I have experience with twins and can easily handle 3-4 kids at the same time. I have also experience with special needs kids. I am CPR and first aid certified, and I a state licensed EMR. I have degree in nursing and psychology. I do...
Marta can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional child caregiver for over 10 yrs, having worked with 6 families.
I've been caring for kids since I was a teenager & I've always considered it a passion. Although I spent the majority of my earlier career in corporate marketing, I feel I've found my true calling in protecting, teaching & nurturing...
Susan can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Greetings families!
I am currently in school obtaining my bachelor's degree in Nursing. I am actively seeking and open to starting immediately. I've been a nanny for many years, therefore I'm highly experienced. Teaching, caring, and being a part of children's growth is a part of what I love to do. I am very trustworthy,...
Monica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Hello my name is Paulina
I am looking for a full time position as a long term nanny. I am fully vaccinated/booster, CPR certified and non-smoker. I am also okay with pets. I have one dog myself (medium size) which I adore. I graduated from Roosevelt University and earn a bachelor's degree in psychology (Children's...
Giselle V.
Highland Park, IL
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Bilingual Nanny Certified CPR And First Aid Training
Hi there! I'm seeking the opportunity to work with a family to help manage the needs of their children while offering a warm and welcoming environment for them to learn and grow. My experience comes from babysitting for friends, and family. I'm the oldest sibling and that alone comes with many responsibilities. From changing...
Giselle can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Wauconda, IL
Donyel H.
5.0
Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had! She's responsible, reliable, loving, nurturing and taught our daughter sign language, dancing, listening, talking and so much more. I couldnt recommend her...
- Maria G.
Dawn C.
5.0
Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her.
- Shannon C.
Karen R.
5.0
Karen is very nice and has a vast range of experience in a variety of areas. She babysat our 2 1/2 year old boy for a week during the day when we were in the Lake Geneva area. She was very good at taking our toddler to fun activities such as the playground, sandbox and local library. Very...
- Ian G.
Doris A.
5.0
Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her.
- Evangeline E.
Sarah S.
5.0
I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two children. She has done overnight stays with us as well. Sarah interacts with my children through various games, activities, outdoor play, and is fully aware of...
- Stephanie M.