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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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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.
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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

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Stephanie K.


Ingleside, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time /Full-Time Caregiver

4.7

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in childcare since 1999. In those years I have worked at daycare centers and cared for ages 6 weeks to 12 years old and special needs. From 2005 to 2012 I was a preschool teacher and enjoyed every minute of it. I have also had nanny positions which was also a very enjoyable experience. During that time I cared for...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

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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Lisa H.


Lake Villa, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Human Trainer And Wrangler ;)

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, travel, swimming supervision
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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Aquina C.


Zion, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Certified Caregiver

I am a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician CNA and soon to be LPN. Working with you or your loved one is a passion that I enjoy AND also Special needs. It's a career that I was born for and deeply enjoy. My job is to make your life easier. I provide a variety of services. I...
5.0
"If you're looking for someone with compassion, a heart for people, attention-to-detail, and a sense of humor, you've found it with Aquina!"

Kandia R.

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Certified 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, throughout New Jersey and the Tri-state area. With training and certifications including but not limited to Home Healthcare, Adult and Child/Infant CPR/First Aid and AED, Crisis Management, Abuse & Neglect,...
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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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

$15-20/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, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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...

Maria G.

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Donyel H.


Round Lake, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Homecare And Childcare Expert Over 20 Years Of Family Services

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Donyel cares for our daughter like she is her own. She teacher her so much (alphabet, sign language, dancing, how to express frustration) helped with rules, and brought so much joy to the house. She’s the best."

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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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"John was great with our two little ones. Very professional and patient. He sent lots of pictures and updates throughout the night The kids had lots of fun and bonus points for his little girl also being wonderful with our daughter!"

Samantha 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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came through 100% and the kids love her. She stepped in and took grandma's place without skipping a beat. We are very lucky to have her...

Alyce L.

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & 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, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Antioch, IL

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...

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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.

Aquina C.

5.0

She is vey loving and care for whoever she is responsible for. She has a heart of Gold.

- Jessika H.

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.

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