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Leni K.


Ingleside, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I have been caring and providing care for individuals with special needs for over 20 years. My experiences and skills are with patients with ADHD, ADD, Celebral Palsy, mental illness FD. I'm responsible, patient, dependable and committed to helping them to enjoy and live their lives to the fullest of their ability.
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Desiree D.


Kenosha, WI

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Companion, Teacher, Caretaker

Hi! I'm a 37-year-old mother of two and feel like I'm we'll versed in different work experiences. Some of which comes from volunteering for meals on wheels, and in my local soup kitchen. Weekly visits to my grandfather's assisted living community as well as assisting my mother in the care of my grandmother. I was a special needs...
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Riley B.


Lake Villa, IL

$18-22/hr1 yrs exp

I'm currently working at a place where I help others with Autism, and I would like to help more and grow outside of my work as well!
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Kellien V.


Round Lake, IL

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

AT HOME DAY CARE

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love children and always establish a meaningful relationship with them. I am consistent with creating functional and fun activities. I have been teaching and tutoring for 11 years. I also have experience working and babysitting children who have Autism and a wide variety of children with special needs of all ages. I have been...
Kellien can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Roseleen B.


Lake Villa, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Service For Full-Time Job

My experience with special needs services is that I worked in a nursing home in Lake Bluff. I worked as a RTA (restorative therapist assistant). I worked there for about a year and a half, and I worked in the rehabilitation department. I have also done other various in-home care for seniors, for a woman who was a paraplegic.
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Marjorie B.


Lake Villa, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Caregiver Home Visits Or Part-Time Caregiver

Caring, compassion, skillful, honest and outgoing registered nurse with vast experience in home care visits, including ADL's, IV management, medication administration, hospice, & wound care in pediatrics and geriatrics.
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Amaya R.


Gurnee, IL

$20-29/hr2 yrs exp

I am a compassionate professional dedicated to empowering children and adolescents through intensive in-home therapy and specialized education. With a background in mental health and special education, I have spent 2 1/2 years fostering growth and resilience in young minds. In the realm of in-home therapy, I have been a guiding...
Amaya can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Riley B.


Lake Villa, IL

$20-22/hr2 yrs exp

I Am A Very Energetic And Love Putting Smiles On Children's Faces!

I have two years paid experience watching children. I am experienced watching special needs children, and have worked in daycares as well. I am going to be working to get my CPR certification. I can help with light chores, errands, pets, and transportation. Hope to speak with you soon :)
Riley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Hannah L.


Wadsworth, IL

$23-50/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny

I've always had a passion for caring for children. I was fortunate to have a wonderful caregiver as a child and I hope to provide the same positive experience for other children. I also served as the caregiver for my special-needs aunt and found great joy in that role. I'm very social, friendly, and have a good sense of humor. I...
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Claire K.


Gurnee, IL

$13-50/hr5 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

Hi! My name is Claire and I am a Junior at the University of New Hampshire! I am in a six year Doctoral Occupational Therapy program and in the future want to work in pediatrics! At school, I work at the Child Study and Development Center in the toddler room. I have worked at Warren Special Recreation Association since I was 16...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Melvie M.


Round Lake, IL

$15-35/hr6 yrs exp

9 Year Experience Being A Nanny In All Ages.

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.
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Katherine H.


Round Lake, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mommy And Nanny

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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kellien V.


Round Lake, IL

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced worker for special needs children

I have been working full-time in the field of special education for four years. I also tutor part time for a child that needs NET training and I also run ABA programs. I have experience working with children who are diagnosed with Autism, Schizophrenia, Asperger's, BD, Down syndrome, and some with dual diagnoses. I have worked...
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Kame M.


Round Lake, IL

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'm a patient and creative childcare provider with five years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development led me to pursue a career as a nanny, and I've had the pleasure of supporting families in this role ever since. I believe in open and honest communication with...
I have worked in early childhood since 2005. I have cared for children with special needs in early childhood settings as well as during my field work and student teaching experiences as part of completing my bachelor's degree in early childhood education.
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Jayne B.


Kenosha, WI

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have a passion for working with individuals with special needs of ALL ages. Not only do I enjoy working with children, I do enjoy working with the elderly as well. Currently I am working at an elementary school as a special educational assistant, and have been there for 8 years. Prior to my current job, I was a stay at home...
Hello there, I'm Kimberly, aka Kim. I live in Lake Villa. I have 4 kids and 8 grandchildren. I've been happily married to my husband Rob for 29 years. I enjoy helping others. I'm flexible and have been known to go out of my way for my clients. I will also work overnight and for special circumstances. I'm kind, gentle &...
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Jenna J.


Grayslake, IL

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I graduated from Marquette University, with a bachelors in public relations and advertising with studies in early childhood development. I am the eldest child. So, naturally I have always had that maternal caretaking abilities. I started babysitting/pet sitting in high school and really shifted my focus on nannying after I...
Jenna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Domonique D.


Zion, IL

$16/hr7 yrs exp

Bubbly Individual With A Background In Education

Hello Everyone , My name is Domonique but everyone calls me Dee. I currently work as a Teachers Assistant in the public school system. I am looking to provide summer care for children infancy through school age. I can provide care in my home as well as yours. I also have a background in working with children and adults with...
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Mayolita M.


Grayslake, IL

$14-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a Certified aid in the state of Illinois and have taking care of adults with many disabilities as well as children. I have 14 years experience under supervised nurses and have been properly trained with many different situations and care that are needed to be handled. I hope I can answer more of your questions in a further...

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