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Alexis S.


Berwyn, IL

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...
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Hazel P.


Berwyn, IL

$22-25/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny

Hello parents of beautiful angels! or furry friends! My name is Hazel, I'm 20 years old and I love working with babies, children, and youth & pets! I have a drivers license, I was a certified lifeguard before (working with youth of special needs), this knowledge and experience has helped me know to to deal in situations of...
Hazel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"There is not even a word to describe how amazing Hazel is! It has always made me so nervous to leave my children with someone who is not family. But Hazel has truly been a blessing! My girls love her like family. She is the most responsible, most sweetest,...

Danielle R.

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Rachel H.


Westchester, IL

$24-30/hr6 yrs exp

Ready To Start ASAP!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 30 years old and I'm looking for a part time baby-sitter position. Currently I'm in college to become a Nurse. I'm looking for a family with flexible schedule since my classes can change a bit every session. In 2016 I came to the USA was an Au Pair for 2 years and after that, I have been working as a nanny for families...
Rachel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Rachel is very responsible and loves to take care of kids."

William H.

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Keesha H.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a mother of a child with special needs I have experience caring for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, Emotional Disabilities, Opposition Defiance Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder. I am employed by Chicago Public Schools as a aide for children with special needs and by the Chicago Park District as an Inclusion Aide...
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Eileen K.


Worth, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A Caring, Loving Person Who Gives Dependable Help

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. Some with autism, muscular dystrophy, down syndrome, etc. I have been a caregiver for over 19years and I'm a mom of three.
5.0
"I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day! "

Patrick D.

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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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Amara J.


Orland Park, IL

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Amara

Hello, My name is Amara and I am a 25-year-old recent graduate student. I'm currently in Illinois. My major is communication and science disorders with an emphasis in early childhood literacy. I hope to become a speech-pathologist in the near future. I have experience working as a nanny with 4 children aged 1-3. I have also...
Amara can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lucja G.


Willow Springs, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

School Bus Driver/Mom

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 39-year-old mom of a wonderful 10-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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep
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Alyssa K.


Orland Park, IL

$20-34/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter Also Available On Weekends

Hi there! I'm Alyssa and I am 26 years old. I graduated college in 2020 with a bachelors degree in Communications/Public Relations. I have worked in a classroom the past 3 years. My 1st year was with kindergarten special needs students, last year with an adult roles program for young adults severe with special needs 18-22 years...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

My name is Laverne, I work as a teachers assistant. I've worked with special need children. I've done home health care for 2 yrs part time.
Laverne can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Vanessa B.


Darien, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caretaker/Nanny/Babysitter/Tutor

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm a stay at home mom with 2 children (12 and 5). I have extensive experience with children of all ages (including special needs). I have a college degree along with some graduate work in the Psychology field. I also minored in Spanish. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked with Autistic children in school and...
Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Laura B.


Justice, IL

$19-30/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am 28 years old outgoing, charismatic widowed women with no children, but I have 10 years of experience doing childcare. I was a teacher for a non for profit organization for 2 years. I worked at a daycare before covid hit and had to be laid off due to them closing down because of the lockdown. I was a nanny for a 7-month-old...
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Tamika T.


Brookfield, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

I've worked with autism, cerebral palsy, ADHD, ADD, seizures, Down syndrome, and much more. I love working with special needs children because they are the best children to work with.They are so loving, kind, friendly and outgoing!
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Amanda T.


Oak Lawn, IL

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced & Educated With Flexible/PT Hours

Hi, I'm Amanda! I'm 27 years old with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Social Work. My previous work experience has included providing social-emotional activities with children and teens in the school setting. I also have worked with infants and children with special needs. I love working with kids of...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance
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Jamie V.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Paraprofessional

For the past two years I have worked as a para at a local behavioral therapy school in New Lenox, IL. I'm about to cut my hours due to an internship coming up and I'm looking for something that is more open with time schedules.
I have years of experience with working with children of all ages. I have family with autism and epilepsy and know how to lend support. Id love to work with your family and help in anyway I can!
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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 as an infant teacher in the lemont center daycare. I would describe my personality as Fun, Loving, Nurturing, Empathetic & Creative. I like working with infants & toddlers/kids because I am like a big kid myself! I love to have fun with the kids while creating a safe environment...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have co-operated a daycare in East TX for the past 6 years as well as nannied for several families in the Chicagoland area. I am currently offering day care; experienced with all ages, (including infants/special needs). I own a safe and reliable vehicle and am able to transport children as necessary. I provide a clean, secure,...
Erica can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Anuta F.


Oak Lawn, IL

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Professional Caregiver

I have got 18 years of experience in caregiving I am a very kind person polite, gentle, well mannered lady and looking to start the job as soon as possible. Nights shifts preferred. Second priority is day shift. Thank you
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Maria J.


Cicero, IL

$18-22/hr2 yrs exp

Having A Heart To Help Others

Hi my name is Maria. I have worked with children and adults with disabilities. I love it that's my heart desire is to help others. I am very patient and understanding.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bridgeview, IL

Hazel P.

5.0

There is not even a word to describe how amazing Hazel is! It has always made me so nervous to leave my children with someone who is not family. But Hazel has truly been a blessing! My girls love her like family. She is the most responsible, most sweetest, punctual, and caring person I have ever...

- Danielle R.

Rachel H.

5.0

I had the pleasure of meeting Rachel when both of us were nannying at the same neighborhood. We’d have a lot of play dates together. So I had the chance to watch closely how is Rachel as a nanny. And she is the most kind, patient and fun nanny I know. The kids love her and she loves them. I could...

- Care member

Eileen K.

5.0

I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day!

- Patrick D.

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