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I have had a few years of experience working with kids with special needs in school as a teacher aid. I also went to graduate school to earn a Master's in special education. I am searching for a part time job after 4 p.m. on Monday-Friday.
In my daily job, I work with students with disabilities as a school psychologist. I strongly believe children thrive off supportive environments and being able to experience a sense of autonomy. I would love to help build these with children and their families.
l'd describe my personality as kind, assertive, and patient.
I...
Aislinn D.
Burbank, IL
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experienced Babysitter and Educator
I am Aislinn, a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over 3 years of professional babysitting experience and a lifelong background in caring for my four younger siblings, including two with special needs. At 23 years old, I have a proven track record of providing exceptional care for...
Aislinn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
4.3
(6)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I am a loving mother of four fantastic individuals, one with special needs. I have 20 plus years of playing/interacting with children. I love playing games and reading with children. I have numerous years of experience working with children of all ages and many disabilities. Previously employed by Chicago Public Schools as a bus...
Keesha can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Like many excellent caregivers, Keesha is patient and kind. She is creative and enters into my autistic son's imaginary world and builds it with him. She accommodates his mood changes, but still insists he do what she asks (put away dirty dishes, etc), but what...
Virginia C.
5.0
(1)
Experienced caregiver with an illustrious track record spanning over 20 years of providing personalized and heartfelt care to diverse individuals in need. This multifaceted exposure has not only enriched my skills but also instilled in me a creative approach to delivering compassionate care. My journey in caregiving has been an...
5.0
"Maria is an outstanding caregiver. Kind, dedicated, knowledgeable of the issues that come with old age and disability. She was very calm and understanding even when my mother (95 and diagnosed with dementia) was irascible and difficult to deal with. Maria had...
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Alexis S.
Berwyn, IL
$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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...
Elana C.
Chicago, IL
$18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 4 years of experience as a summer camp councilor taking car of 10+ kids aged 5-10 for 2 hours a day four days a week. Recently, I had the honor of taking over as camp director for our summer drama camp which provided me with the opportunity to work with 42 campers alongside my staff. I had the privilege of being a part...
Elana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Actively looking for a part-time nanny or tutor position. Establishing trust with whomever is watching your child is key and very important to me. I've created such wonderful relationships with all the families I've worked with. I have experience with toddlers up to teens. I also have my Bachelors in English and Psychology. I...
Cassie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"If you communicate your expectations, Cassie will follow up and meet them. She is currently a nanny for our family in the afternoon. We like her. "
Paul M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...
5.0
"Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we would definitely rehire him. I do not hesitate to recommend him!"
Leslie G.
5.0
(1)
I have 30 years of experience in healthcare. I can help with Home Care - Light Housekeeping - Meal prep - Light Laundry - Medication Reminders - Helpful - Reliable - Caring - Certify CPR. I am a mother of twins (a boy and a girl). I have worked in healthcare for over 30 years, taking care of seniors, and patients with special...
Vickey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from Medication Management, light housekeeping, Meals Prep & handle daily tasks.
My sister showed significant improvement. Vickey...
Chris J.
Kimberly J.
Chicago, IL
$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
Cassie J.
Alsip, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.
Cassie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Cassie has been a reliable and caring after school sitter for us."
Lauren O.
Maureen M.
Oak Park, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient and Loving Mom available for ALL your Childcare Needs
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Available for respite care, weekend, overnights. I have been a licensed IL foster parent and have worked with 2 children that suffered from Fetal Alcohol syndrome and another who has ADHD as well as depression/anxiety. I have worked at an institution where I gained experience with immobile children, Batten disease, Charge...
4.0
"Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our training. And she provides daily needs for her as well and reading stories. Maureen has been helpful to me with clean up around...
Jennifer V.
Cassie J.
Alsip, IL
$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've been engaged in childcare since the age of 15, and my passion for working with kids has only grown. Currently pursuing a degree in Pediatric Nursing, it's a lifelong dream of mine to contribute to children's well-being. With a 4-year-old brother, I have firsthand experience understanding children. Throughout high school, I...
Keesha H.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 2-year-old babygirl and I'm only interested in occasional evening or weekend gigs. I've been working with a fantastic family's non verbal 23-year-old son with special needs for the past 6 years and I enjoy it immensely. I have over 9 years of combined experience working in schools as a...
5.0
"Jasmyn helps our family care for my special needs son and she has been a great addition to our team. She's consistent, attentive, caring, reliable and very nurturing. He took to her immediately. She's made my entire families life easier and more pleasant."
Tracy V.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I love my job! What I love most are the amazing people I get to work with. I have over 10 years experience working with students and clients with multiple abilities and diagnoses. I have worked as a paid employee and volunteer for school districts, special need cooperatives and adult service providers. This has given me...
5.0
"Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her tenure with our family. She is trustworthy, pleasant to be around, and is wonderful with kiddos. I strongly...
Charles S.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...
Kimberly can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She's an angel. Caring and kind."
Jasmine W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
From 2012-2013 I worked for the Autism Program of Illinois, and umbrella company of The Hope Institute for Children and Families. In my role as Network Outreach Coordinator I worked on behalf of children and families with Autism and other developmental disabilities. My previous role, along with my years of volunteer experience...
5.0
"I called Bonita last minute and she showed right up. She was very patient and understanding with my daughter. She has a bright smile and brings positivity with her, which helps when you have a kid suffering from depression."
Crystal M.
3.7
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Magdalena I am 26 years old. I am bilingual and can speak English and Polish. I attended University of Illinois at Chicago where I majored in Psychology and also minored in Polish. I graduated from there in 2016. Currently I am getting my masters through an online program at Liberty University. I love working with...
Magdalena can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our schedules didn't sync (my schedules was a little complex, no fault of hers) but it seems a family would be so lucky...
Kimberly C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Burbank, IL
Keesha H.
5.0
Keesha was great with our kids and my brother in law who is special needs. She really is a Super Nanny
- Brittany F.
Maria C.
5.0
Maria C. is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of my mother for the last 12 years of her life, until she passed away last year at 98. Maria was calm and understanding even when my mother, diagnosed with dementia, had become difficult to deal with. Maria had truly become my mother's best friend,...
- Andrei U.
Cassie S.
5.0
If you communicate your expectations, Cassie will follow up and meet them. She is currently a nanny for our family in the afternoon. We like her.
- Paul M.
Michael S.
5.0
Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we would definitely rehire him. I do not hesitate to recommend him!
- Leslie G.
Vickey C.
5.0
I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from Medication Management, light housekeeping, Meals Prep & handle daily tasks.
My sister showed significant improvement. Vickey really knew how to care for my sister....
- Chris J.
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