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Special needs caregivers in Bolingbrook, IL

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Jessica J.


Bolingbrook, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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I have a degree in counseling psychology and I have worked with developmentally disabled individual for 5 years. I was employed as a Mental Health tech, in which I worked with 3 to 6 individuals in homes settings on a daily basis. I really enjoy helping others and working in this population taught me a lot and helped me grow as...
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Lydia M.


Bolingbrook, IL

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

Understanding And Caring

Hi! I'm Lydia :) I'm an energetic and friendly sitter, familiar with special needs and services some children and teens may need. I have a sibling with ASD among many other diagnoses and I am very familiar with individual behaviors and how to handle them calmly and effectively. I also spent the past year providing after school...
I have about a year of paid experience working with special needs children. RBT Certified. Paraprofessional license.
I have taught special needs children. I have a lot of patience and compassion. I enjoy working with children of all ages. I believe special needs children are special.
My love for nannying & my love for children has always been there with that being said I have - 5-year-old daughter on the spectrum, I have gone to school, self tutored & have been to support groups to build my knowledge for children with special needs to advocate them properly! not only my daughter but any child I encounter on...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 22 years old. I currently have my paraprofessional license, CPR/AED, and Mental Health certification. I am also a certified Behavioral Therapist. I have about 3 years of paid experience working with kids. I have about 1 year of experience working with children who have special needs. I am currently enrolled at College of...
Kenerah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Caity K.


Bolingbrook, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hello I'm Caity:) I Am A Very Bubbly And Loving Person! I Have A Passion To Work With Children!

Hello! I have plenty of experience with working with families and kids, I also have experience in working with special needs children. I love helping out parents who need a break or help in general! I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, and loving I like working with kids because I'm definitely young at heart....
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Lydia M.


Bolingbrook, IL

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

Fantastic Sitter

I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old, whether it had been watching my siblings, neighborhood kids, or the children of my parents friends. I can cook, clean, and complete any chore list that'll be sure to meet your standards! I love all kids and all animals, and have never found any of either that didn't love me as...
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Lydia M.


Bolingbrook, IL

$10-14/hr5 yrs exp

Always Dependable

I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old, whether it had been watching my siblings, neighborhood kids, or the children of my parents friends. I can cook, clean, and complete any chore list that'll be sure to meet your standards! I love all kids and all animals, and have never found any of either that didn't love me as...
Lydia can also help with: Personal care
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Donyel H.


Aurora, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Homecare And Childcare Expert Over 20 Years Of Family Services

4.5

(2)

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: Errands, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

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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Christine S.


Naperville, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter

3.4

(9)

Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood

I passed the Nanny Basic Skills test. I worked with special needs children for five years. I was a preschool teacher. I have been a nanny/babysitter with children ranging from age newborn to 11. I have my CPR/First Aid cards. I enjoy working with children! I have my CNA and EKG technician certificate. I hope I can help your...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Give Christine an in person interview. She far exceeds everything we were looking for in a caregiver for our son. She arrives a few minutes early. She is super attentive. She has the experience you are looking for. She is the total package."

Joe K.

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Ashlyn F.


Lockport, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Excited And Educated Sitter, Smiles All Around

I have been regularly babysitting for over 6 years, I was a nanny while receiving my AD in Child Development. I worked in early childhood education for 2 years, and now during the day I am a paraprofessional with special needs children. I can help promote adaptive skills such as toileting, hygiene, and household chores, as well...
Ashlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I would give more than five stars if I could! Ashlyn was the best nanny I have ever had with my daughter. She went above and beyond to make sure my daughter was happy, learning and well taken care of. If I hadn’t moved so far away I would hire her over anyone else....

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Donyel H.


Aurora, 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel
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.

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Kristen K.


Plainfield, IL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Extremely Organized And Reliable. Loving And Consistent. Dependable And Fun.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am extremely reliable and dependable. I can manage a household of many schedules, care for children and pets, and keep a clean and organized home. I offer many references who can verify my reliability, attention to detail, and efficient use of time while providing a loving and fun atmosphere with special outings for children....
Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I was very fortunate to be able to book Kristen recently on short notice, to help out on a sudden work assignment. Took care of our 9 year old boy for the day. She was very easy to communicate with, and easy to work the details with. My son had lots of fun,...

Dennis G.

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Camille A.


Lockport, IL

$27-36/hr9 yrs exp

Compassionate Sitter, Like Your Best Friend!

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Camille and I am a Registered Nurse & graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I am Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certified and currently am working night shift in the Intensive Care Unit. I am a reliable, dependent and trustworthy caretaker who believes kindness is of the utmost...
Camille can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"We can't express how much we would recommend Camille to other families. On our wedding day, Camille cared for our four year old son throughout the entire day at the venue itself (getting ready, wedding, reception, and then local hotel at bedtime). That is a lot!...

Kevin R.

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Tina B.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hey there! I'm Tina, a passionate caregiver with 3 years of Special Education teaching experience. I prioritize celebrating diversity and accommodating different learning styles, drawing from my unique neurodivergent perspective. As an identical twin, I understand the dynamics of multiples and foster individual growth within a...
5.0
"Tina is sweet and reliable. She is great with my son, and I still hire her when she's home! I wish she didn't have to go away to school. She's very inclusive and communicative"

Regina R.

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Chris G.


Plainfield, IL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi.. My name is Chris and I have a passion for helping people in need.. My sister had MS for over 20 years. My Mom had dementia and other medical issues... and took care for her until her passing.. So I understand that people need help..:)
5.0
"Chris is the most wonderful person and helper. She is loyal and dedicated and always puts my needs and comfort first. Chris is passionate about helping people and does so with joy and enthusiasm. She has a big heart and a positive attitude. I highly recommend...

Catherine K.

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Stevie S.


Aurora, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Stevie, the owner of Be Yourself Inc., an all-girls group dedicated to supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Each day, we plan exciting outings such as movies, cooking classes, guided workouts, and boxing. Alongside these fun activities, we focus on life skills and community integration, helping our...
5.0
"Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!"

Kathy S.

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Carrie S.


Homer Glen, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Caregiver Available Full-Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
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Canan M.


Naperville, IL

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I currently take care of a child who has specuial needs. I assist with eating ,changing, changing feeding machine, comforting, and constructing activities. I am going to school currently for early childhood education. Please message me with details regarding a position.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bolingbrook, IL

Donyel H.

4.0

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

- Care member

Christine S.

3.0

We interviewed Christine for a nanny position for our 2 boys. The interview went great, our oldest connected with her right away and even asked her when she was leaving if she was going to come back, which he has not done with anyone. She was even 30 mins early to the interview which was totally...

- Christina P.

Ashlyn F.

5.0

I would give more than five stars if I could! Ashlyn was the best nanny I have ever had with my daughter. She went above and beyond to make sure my daughter was happy, learning and well taken care of. If I hadn’t moved so far away I would hire her over anyone else.

- Care member

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.

Kristen K.

5.0

Kristen is an excellent sitter. Professional, education background and works well with my daughter who has behavior focused challenges. Highly recommend Kristen!

- Michael L.

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