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Lyndsey O.


Rochelle, IL

$15-16/hr6 yrs exp

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I worked at opportunity house in sycamore with adults with disabilities for 6 years. I absolutely loved my job and loved helping each client. I loved to watch as they learned a new way of life as an independent adult.
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Madison F.


Rochelle, IL

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Adventurous Babysitter!

Hi! My name is Madison and I am 23 years old and a mom of a 2-year-old girl. I am looking to watch up to 3 kids, I am willing to come to your house with the exception that may daughter would have to come with me due to the fact I do not have anyone to watch her. Other than babysitting for family and neighbors since I was 13, I...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Hello, my name is Kaitlyn and I am 25 years old. I have 4 years of experience in working with individuals with special needs. I have volunteered and worked with them at multiple summer camps, and I used to work with special needs adults 21 years and older. In the time I've had the privilege and pleasure of working with these...
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Ali B.


Rockford, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Ali, I'm 39, Mature and EXTREMELY experienced with childcare including special needs, twins + multiples, and infant care. I work for a local family museum, working in an Elementary School with 1st-5th graders for an after school program! I have some college education, a decade long career in finance, and have...
Ali can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lynn D.


Rockford, IL

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Parent

Hi, my son recently went to a group home, so I'd like help Special Needs parents get the breaks they need and deserve. I Specialize in babies, toddlers, children, teens and young adults. My experience is primarily with Autism, all levels, Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Adhd, and mental illnesses,...
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Paula M.


Rochelle, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Care Giver/Home Support Worker /Medication Management/Companion Care/Pet Sitter/

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have lived in the Galena Territory for the last 21 years. Moved to Rochelle in 2022 to be closer to family. 30+ years of care giving in all different levels. Experienced with neonatal, special needs, multiples, companion care, oxygen care, respite ray care, feeding tubes, urinary care, bowel programs, ostomy care,...
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jennifer M.


Rockford, IL

$15-19/hr1 yrs exp

I worked for my cities park district taking care of kids with disabilities, primarily autism. Experience, thus, with high stress situations, such as kids who have meltdowns, attempt to run away, scream and threaten physically, etc. I do not, historically, work well with extreme aggression, but I am willing to attempt to do so.
Parents! Still looking for your full or part time forever caregiver, but you need more time? Hi! My name is Geralyn and I'd love to fill in while you look. I relocated to Rockford to be closer to family a year ago, and live here March-Dec. My previous position prior to moving was getting to care for a fun, loving, speech...

Aurora S.


Rockford, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Fun Childcare

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have nearly 2 decades of experience in child care and education. I have worked in daycare, directed children's theatre camps, taught in high behavior environments, and served a middle school administrator. Currently, I work full time for a local non-profit scholarship program, but continue child and pet care in my spare...
Aurora can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"I worked four summers alongside Aurora at a children's theatre camp in Pecatonica, IL. Aurora is very skilled in working with children and her competence in care-giving sets the bar for all individuals working with kids. She is incredibly patient and encourages...

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I have worked with many people with all ranges of ability and all ages. Most recently I have worked with adults with developmental disabilities at a vocational program.

Tamera L.


Machesney Park, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Tammy. I would like to explain that I Love babies, and children! I also love to take care of elderly people! I have 30 plus years experience! I am a CNA. I also have CPR, First-aid both for babies, children, and Elderly. I used to have my own Day care for years. And also in have experience with special needs...
Tamera can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Tamera L.


Machesney Park, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Tammy. I would like to explain that I Love babies and children! I have 30 plus years experience. I also went to college and have experience with early childhood. I have CPR, and First-aid for babies abd children. I am also a CNA.

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