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Nicole K.


Chicago, IL

$14-23/hr9 yrs exp

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I have experience working with children with autism and other disabilities. I find it very interesting and challenging.
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Sarah Z.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

SCI RN

Hi! My name is Sarah and I am currently a registered nurse at Hines VA Hospital in the spinal cord unit. I have been a nurse for three years and I have been on the spinal cord unit for two and a half years. I currently work the night shift so I have a very variable schedule. I am trying to say up for a wedding so I am looking to...
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Maria W.


Orland Park, IL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Highly-Experienced Caregiver

I am a retired firefighter/paramedic and have also worked in the medical field for an additional 10-15 years before that. I have many years of caring for my own family and working as a caregiver. I know how hard it is to find people to come into your home that you can trust and that can be there for you and your loved ones....
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Meghan D.


Oak Lawn, IL

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care Helper!

I am a fun, caring, professional and helpful individual. I have worked in the education field for the last 5 years with children ages 3-6. I have experience with special needs (Autistic) children, and children ages 2-15. I am a paraprofessional during the day as my full time career and am looking for additional income on the...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have a few family members with certain disabilities that I have taken care of. I love everyone and making sure everyone is safe and comfortable and feeling okay.
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Anna S.


Hinsdale, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Recent Stanford College Grad Happy To Help!

Hello! My name is Anna and recently graduated from Stanford University. I am open to help babysitting, house-sitting, odd jobs, and a variety of other requests. I have a lot of experience with children and am very comfortable with infants. I also have experience with children and teens with special needs. I was a camp...
Basically emphatic to the needs of others, it enlivens my sense of being human. Notwithstanding, a Considerate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with clinical experiences in diverse settings. Reliable, ethical healthcare provider with willed perseverance to stay calm and intervene during crisis. Articulate team worker and...
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Paola C.


Alsip, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Cna

I been a CNA for many year I assisted and many diagnoses , from rehab , to dementia to internal Ill pations. I have a physical and occupation background I have work and a hospital for 7 year performing and many different diagnoses.
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Jamie V.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available.

I have worked with children all of my life. From babysitting, to coaching cheer leading, to aiding children with special needs. I have experience with children from ages 6 months and older. Caring for children of all ages is something I enjoy doing. I can assure you that my experience is a large range, and I am continuing to...
Jamie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Nicole H.


Riverside, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny For Over 10 Years

In 2004, I completed the nurse's assistant program and soon after that, I was a nanny for a family with one child for almost 5 years. I decided to go back to school for my degree in early childhood education and graduated in December of 2012. While in school, I nannied/babysat for many families and also worked part time as a...
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Gregory W.


Chicago, IL

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

CAREGIVER

I Worked for six years with a cerebral palsy man. I showered, dressed/undressed, fed, administered medication, communicated, and went on social outings.
Hi! I'm Jada. I am an experienced caretaker. I have lived with a double amputee relative as well as an immobilized elderly relative for a good chunk of my life which has given me skills in dealing with such situations. I have learned by experience how to assist and take care of others who cannot on their own. I figured I could...
Hi my daughter had Cerebral palsy before she passed away in 2001 and I have baby sat for my great nephew who has autism numerous times. I've been taking care of seniors since 1996
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Debra T.


Midlothian, IL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional In Special Needs Individuals, Elderly, Children. Positive, Energetic, Clean

Have excellent training, licensed, background checked, and years of experience. Have training in physical therapy, chocking, CPR, emergency First Aid. Great references. I am reliable, cheerful, Christian values, and enjoy helping others. Also experience with disabled. Call me if you or your family need the best of care ! Thank...
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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.
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Sharon C.


La Grange, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs children and adults in the past. Special needs hold the key to the pure joy of what life is really about.
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Raegyn R.


Evergreen Park, IL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Growing up, I took care of my brother, who had muscular dystrophy. There was no obstacle we could not get through together, here 40 years later, I still have the same mindset. I still have the loving heart and compassion to care for anyone who has special needs! I'm often told that I was meant to be a caretaker. And I truly...
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Agnieszka H.


Chicago, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a Licensed Paramedic in IL with about 10 years of Healthcare experience, with more than 7 years in EMS. I have experience with people of all walks of life, as well as healthcare needs. I also have experience caring for children of all ages, multiples, and children with special needs. I am a non-smoker, pet friendly, and...
Hello! My name is Claire and I am a PhD student at the University of Chicago, where I study chemistry. I recently graduated from Hope College, in Holland, Michigan, with a BS in Chemistry and a BA in Spanish. I then went abroad to Switzerland for a year on a Fulbright Scholarship. During the summers in college I always spent...
Claire can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Growing up my grandmother worked children with special needs. As I got older I knew that's what I wanted to do as well. I received my BA in Disabilities Studies from Aurora University. I was able to get a lot of hands on experience from varies field assignments. While in school I worked as a program assistant at a recreational...

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