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Stevie S.


Aurora, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

4.8

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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

3.0

(2)

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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Jill G.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Those With Special Needs

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I love helping people. I have been fully engaged in this field since my graduation from the University of IL in 1990. I have worked approximately 30 years in Social Services in many capacities including In Home Care; Vacation care; Special Recreation; Special Olympics Coaching and day care.
5.0
"Gill does a wonderful job with my 15 year old son that has CP. She's very engaging and high energy - he really enjoys his time with her."

Tomi M.

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Priscila M.


Downers Grove, IL

$35/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Family, I am a professional Nanny with the following certifications and experiences: More than 15, 000 thousand hours proven with children from 0 to 8 years old. (Certified By Cultural care Au pair) - Aid CPR AED certified (American Heart Association). - Special Needs Experience:(Autism and ADHD). - Managing ADHD, Autism,...
Priscila can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Priscilla to babysit our 7 year old daughter. Everything went extremely well and our daughter is really excited to see her again! Would not hesitate to recommend"

Julie C.

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Cori F.


Darien, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 21 years. I now work as an assistant at the Elementary level K-2 grades. I am a certified CNA, Phlebotomists, EKG technician. I have provided home health care for 19 years.
5.0
"She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done. "

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Virginija S.


Willowbrook, IL

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....
5.0
"Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management , security comfort and trust with her attentive approach ! Highly recommended "

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Yasmina R.


Aurora, IL

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Yasmina from Aurora Illinois I have two children and I have been working with children my entire life. I work at an elementary school as a teacher assistant with special needs and general education students. I love working with kids, and I am honest and efficient. Furthermore, I am responsible, respectful, patient, and caring. I...
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Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have nothing but good things to say about Yasmina, first off shes really punctual and polite , I just knew my kids will love her ,and they did. She kept on checking with me if my kids had any possible allergies , which I really appreciated, she was cautious and...

Salva A.

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Bradi O.


Plainfield, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Speech Language Pathologist Student- Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Bradi and I am a graduate student at University studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was old enough to take a babysitting certification class through the park district at the age of 12. I have babysat for countless families...
Bradi can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Cori F.


Darien, IL

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs at risk children for 19 years. I now currently am an educational assistant in an elementary PreK-2nd grade building for 6 years. I enjoy helping children and love to see them enjoy learning. I also have current certification for CNA, phlebotomy, EKG technician and have provided home health care...
Cori can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Cori makes wonderful connections with children. She is reliable and a very hard worker. She is a wonderful care giver to others and takes pride in her work with people."

Rebecca H.

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Wendy P.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Loving Caregiver Seeking Part Time Position To Make A Positive Difference

If you are looking for a kind, patient and compassionate person to assist you or your loved one, I could be just what you are looking for. I am seeking a part time position to provide companionship and assistance with other needs such as light house work, errands, meal prep., appointments, etc. I am energetic, out-going,...
5.0
"We had Wendy babysit our newborn daughter a few hours a week to give me some relief while on maternity leave. She is a rockstar. I knew leaving the house my baby was in amazing and experience hands. I truly appreciated having her so that I could get out of the...

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Niki M.


Lemont, IL

$21-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am CPR certified, and currently work part time at a daycare center. I would describe my personality as Fun, Loving, Nurturing, Empathetic & Creative. I am passionate about teaching and working with infants & toddlers/kids. I love to have fun with the kids while creating a safe environment for the children to learn,...
Niki can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Niki is considerate, caring, and kind. We have 2 toddlers who are a handful. She displays patience at a level we all wish to achieve. She is also flexible with our every changing schedule and her accommodations are greatly appreciated. "

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Vanessa B.


Darien, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

My passion is helping and taking care or people (children and adults). I enjoy putting a smile on someone's face. I am friendly, efficient, organized, and responsible. I have volunteered at senior centers in the past. I have worked with special needs children and handicap individuals.
Vanessa can also help with: Respite care, personal care
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Dana V.


Willowbrook, IL

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'm A Paraprofessional Who Works With Special Need Kiddos In Need Of A Summer Job.

I'd describe my personality as fun, nurturing, caring I like working with kids because I love kids.
I have extensive experience, providing one on one care and support for children of all ages, including those with special needs as a former paraprofessional and caregiver I am skilled in creating engaging activities, maintaining routines and fostering a positive nurturing environment, whether assisting with homework preparing...
Jenavieve can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lucja G.


Willow Springs, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

School Bus Driver/Mom

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a 40-year-old mom of a wonderful 22-month-old baby girl. Up until my maternity leave, I worked as a school bus driver responsible for the safety of many students, including those with special needs. In order to be a school bus driver, I had to meet many requirements like FBI fingerprinting, drug testing, annual physicals...
Lucja can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Experience as a daycare teacher for children from two months to 2 years old. Early education courses and all those necessary to obtain a CDA . Currently working with newborn twins and with a person with special needs. Associate degree in special education . Verifiable personal references Native language Spanish, intermediate...
Yelitza can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Amanda, I am from San Diego but currently live in Draper, Utah. I have been a nanny on and off for about 10 years. I love working with children of all ages. I also have experience with children with disabilities. I have a younger sister with autism and have also nannied other special needs children. I am pretty...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

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Mel H.


Plainfield, IL

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Looking For Part Time Gigs

I'm a Special Education Teacher at a therapeutic day school. I've worked with a range of disabilities. My specialties are autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and emotional/behavior disorders. My career started as a direct support professional for 7 men in a group home. From there, I found my passion in helping people and became a...
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Robyn J.


Lockport, IL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Need Help I'm Here

I am a CNA and I have been since 2009. I have worked in homes and nursing homes with people with special needs. I am experienced in this area of work.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bolingbrook, IL

Stevie S.

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.

Jill G.

5.0

Jill has provided outstanding care for my adult special-needs daughter for 7 years and has become one of my daughter's best friends. She's taken my daughter on shopping trips, to restaurants and even the Caribbean for a cruise. We trust her completely and highly recommend her!

- Kevin F.

Priscila M.

5.0

We hired Priscilla to babysit our 7 year old daughter. Everything went extremely well and our daughter is really excited to see her again! Would not hesitate to recommend

- Julie C.

Cori F.

5.0

She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done.

- Care member

Virginija S.

5.0

Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management , security comfort and trust with her attentive approach ! Highly recommended

- Care member

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