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Special needs caregivers in Antioch, IL

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Nicolette M.


Antioch, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Domestic Wisdom

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I have 17 years experience as a Child Care Provider and 9 Years as a CNA. I have my own business and I have been a housekeeper.
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Andy B.


Antioch, IL

$15-18/hr6 yrs exp

Former special education teacher and Qualified Mental Health Professional. 6+ years of experience working with people who have special needs.
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Janelle Z.


Antioch, IL

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Super Friendly And Believe In Helping Others

Nice to meet you! I look forward to meeting you and helping you out and be of assistance to you. I am very reliable, responsible, and will give communication updates as much as you would like.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 5+ years of experience with children aged 2 months- 14 years. I also have experience with special needs, multiple children, and pets. I have my CPR and first aid certifications. I can provide transportation, as long as you provide and install car seats for safety (if needed). I can provide professional and personal...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Elizabeth J.


Antioch, IL

$16-20/hr6 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as energetic, compassionate, and driven. I enjoy working with kids because I value seeing them grow and learn! I cherish playing a role in children's development at all ages and stages. I'm looking for a job that values family and growth! Being connected to the families I work with is a top priority...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lisa H.


Lake Villa, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Human Trainer And Wrangler ;)

5.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! Thanks for taking time out of your schedule to look at my profile! My name is Lisa and I graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor's of Arts and Science in Theater Design and Production. During my years there, I've learned such skills as sewing, various arts and crafts methods, and managing teams of people....
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My three children (2, 7, 9) all adore Lisa and so do we. At the start of the school year she not only watched our 2 year old but also made sure the old two were logged in for classes remotely and she helped them with their work when needed. She made breakfast...

Anna G.

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Stephanie K.


Ingleside, IL

$25/hr20 yrs exp

Part-Time /Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider with 25 years of experience, I've had the privilege of nurturing and educating young minds, shaping their early development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences and a deep desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. My patient, calm, and friendly nature...
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Stephanie was our nanny for 3 years. She cared for our now 5 and 3 year old. She was with us full time. She is caring, fun and willing to do extras such as education. Our family loved our time with her and our kids miss her. We only made a change due to one of us...

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Melissa R.


Bristol, WI

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Child Care Worker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with babies from 3 months up to 13-year-olds. I've had up to 5 kids at one time babysitting. They have been boys and girls and of all different ages. I have prepared meals, made crafts, cleaned up the house, done laundry, and provided transportation for the children too. I also work in a day care and I work...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Melissa was amazing with our kids. She is very friendly and made our first experience with a non-family member babysitter very easy and relaxing. She is punctual, dependable, and great at communicating. It didn't take long for our kids to warm up to her. And our...

Carrie S.

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Donyel H.


Round Lake, IL

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Professional Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Donyel and I have over 20 years of experience in providing care to persons with special needs of all ages. With training and certifications including but not limited to Home Healthcare, Adult and Child/Infant CPR/First Aid and AED, Crisis Management, Abuse & Neglect, Alzheimer's/Dementia, Hospice care, and Medication...
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Desiree D.


Kenosha, WI

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Desiree! I'm a 43-year-old mother of two. I went back to work a few years ago and recently realized with both mine in school that I'd like to have a bit more flexibility and time available for them. I love children and our elderly and have worked with them for many years in many different settings. Recently, I...
Desiree can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Desiree loved and cared our children as if they were her own. From the beginning we felt confident that she was the perfect fit for our family. Although we no longer "work" together we remain in touch as friends! "

Kristin D.

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Marybeth S.


Round Lake, IL

$35/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a registered nurse from the Philippines, I have worked as a private caregiver for almost 9 years in the Chicago area. I am very committed, dedicated, and passionate. I take my task and responsibility very seriously, I create a system and take the initiative to improve care and comfort. I make sure I add value and quality of...
5.0
"MaryBeth was part of a team of caregivers that provided home-based care for my 96 year old mother in the period preceding her death. Mary Beth was kind and caring, and engaged effectively with my mom. I would highly recommend MaryBeth for similar jobs."

Victor C.

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Donyel H.


Round Lake, IL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Who Teaches With Educational Play!

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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

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.

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Donyel H.


Round Lake, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Homecare And Childcare Expert With Over 20 Years Of Family Services

3.3

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an educated Caregiver and Consultant with availability throughout Illinois, with domestic & international travel flexibility to clients wherever you may reside. With over 20 years of experience with Homecare, Childcare, Expectant Mothers, Hospice, Respite, Rehabbing, Special Needs, and Family support, well-rounded skill...
Donyel can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

4.0
"Donyel was loving and thoughtful with our children. She played with them both actively and creatively. Our children loved her. "

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Stephanie A.


Pleasant Prairie, WI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

My Experience With Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I received my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education from UW- Whitewater and received my Masters degree in Education in Professional Development from UW- LaCrosse. I have been teaching for 15 years and love it! I I have taught 4K, 1st, and 2nd grade and have a wealth of knowledge in reading and math for families who may be...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Interviewed and babysat for a night out and was very pleased with how she cared for and interacted with my children. She was punctual and very warm and caring personality. Would have really loved for her to take our nanny position we have this summer. Definitely...

Colleen G.

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John K.


Gurnee, IL

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care With The Family Touch!

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! My wife and I have 3 kiddos. Youngest girl 2. I have an 8-year-old daughter who loves to come with me to supervise! She likes to play with the kids too. I am a professional caregiver that provides complete care for newborns, infants, toddlers, preschool, and school age. Short term & long term care. 1-40 hours....
John can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"We would recommend John as a babysitter! He has been reliable, provided great communication prior to and during his time with our kids. Our oldest child said she really enjoyed playing with him and would love him to come back."

Kathleen M.

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Valerie R.


Spring Grove, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 2 grown sons and a young, energetic grandmother of 7, ranging from 2 years to 15 years old. I have many years of experience caring for babies, toddlers, and adolescents. I have experience tutoring 6, 7, and 8th graders with IEP's. I also have extensive skills required for special needs and can perform various...
Valerie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My fiancee and I were going out of the country for vacation on a cruise. My fiancee has 2 kids still in school so we felt the need to have someone dependable be here in the evenings to keep an eye on the kids and make sure they got to school, etc. We also have 4...

Jason O.

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Lisa H.


Lake Villa, IL

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs

I've been working with kids with special needs and disabilities for the last four years through the Penguin Project of McLean County as well as being a student aide in the Rochester school district. This is a special group that utilizes the acting talents of kids with special needs and disabilities with a peer mentor on stage....
Hello! My name is Lauren. I don't have any paid experience as a child care worker; however, I'm a mom of 3 kids. I'm also a CNA of 14 years. I'm also CPR/AED/BLS certified. I'm available to do anything you need. I'm also willing to work with special needs children. I have experience with that because my son also has special...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Lauren H.


Kenosha, WI

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Smile Creator

I have 13 years of experience as a CNA. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing. I can also help with housekeeping, meal preparation and run errands or anything else to make your day easier. I have primary experience with dementia/Alzheimer's. I also have some experience with special needs. I am very...
Lauren can also help with: Companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Antioch, IL

Lisa H.

5.0

My three children (2, 7, 9) all adore Lisa and so do we. At the start of the school year she not only watched our 2 year old but also made sure the old two were logged in for classes remotely and she helped them with their work when needed. She made breakfast and lunch for all three kids. She...

- Anna G.

Stephanie K.

5.0

Stephanie was our nanny for 3 years. She cared for our now 5 and 3 year old. She was with us full time. She is caring, fun and willing to do extras such as education. Our family loved our time with her and our kids miss her. We only made a change due to one of us deciding to stay home with our kids...

- Care member

Melissa R.

5.0

Melissa was amazing with our kids. She is very friendly and made our first experience with a non-family member babysitter very easy and relaxing. She is punctual, dependable, and great at communicating. It didn't take long for our kids to warm up to her. And our hardest critic, our 4 year old, gave...

- Carrie S.

Desiree D.

5.0

Desiree loved and cared our children as if they were her own. From the beginning we felt confident that she was the perfect fit for our family. Although we no longer "work" together we remain in touch as friends!

- Kristin D.

Marybeth S.

5.0

MaryBeth was part of a team of caregivers that provided home-based care for my 96 year old mother in the period preceding her death. Mary Beth was kind and caring, and engaged effectively with my mom. I would highly recommend MaryBeth for similar jobs.

- Victor C.

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