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Mikayla T.

Crystal Lake, IL

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$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi there, my name is Mikayla. I provide childcare/housekeeping services. I am fully certified to handle food, and cook fairly well so I can help with meals. I am CPR certified and I also am pursuing a career working with autistic children. I'm very calm and patient and I do work currently but some weeks I work less than others....
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Lake in the Hills, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm Emma and I am well versed in working with children with Autism, ADHD, and more. My previous babysitting experiences, (mostly my younger cousins and friends' siblings) have solidified my passion in taking special care of others! I am very patient, calm, and easygoing, and I love to go outside and play games and sports! I...
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Lake in the Hills, IL

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
-11 years experience with children age 2 months and up -4 years experience caregiving for people with special needs such as down syndrome, autism, and cerebral palsy -4 years experience following medication schedules -3 years experience cleaning houses
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Algonquin, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Ashley, I have had the privilege of nannying/babysitting for 10+ families within the last 6 years, as well as teaching swim lessons to children aged 10months-13 years old. I have taught swim lessons with Life Fitness as well as privately for family friends. I am currently CPR and FIRST AID certified. I have...
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Megan P.'s Photo

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a mother of two young boys and an LPN with 15 years of experience in pediatrics. I love working with babies and children.
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Ashley R.'s Photo

Algonquin, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I work as a registered behavioral therapist, I am currently in a masters program in Applied Behavior Analysis and I enjoy working with children and adults on the spectrum.
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Special Needs Provider/Caregiver

Lake in the Hills, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I volunteered at Camp Summit in Texas, which allowed me to work with individuals with severe special needs. I helped shower, dress, feed and lift many different people. I was also a caregiver for elderly individuals, where I would help with their day to day tasks. I learned how to rotate individuals that were bed bound, promote...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
im Alvin 44 years old, live in Crystal Lake, 11years of caregiver. -took care of Alzheimer's for 3 yrs helping bathing, sponge bath, feeding, cleaning. -did take care of quadriplegic for 5 yrs lifting transferring, bathing, cooking, cleaning, driving, change catheter, errands. -also help old man stroke for 1 yr and half...
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Lake in the Hills, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello I am Tamara . For over a decade, I've found immense joy in nurturing children's growth and development. My previous Nanny experiences sparked a passion for making a positive impact on young lives and supporting families by providing reliable care. I hold a college degree in addition to experience with special needs...
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Part-time Caregiver

Island Lake, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Maintaining positive working relationship with client, client family, provider(s), and other referral sources. 20 plus years of handling client(s) with or have had dementia, alzheimers, stroke and copd, both professionally as well as personally. Administer medications, personal hygiene, light housekeeping/ laundry, light meal...
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Lake in the Hills, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
I have been working with children for 5-6 years or so. I've worked as an assistant teacher in a Montessori school for a couple years as well as private home care for special needs children and after school aides. I've worked with infant to adult aged.
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McHenry, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with children with ASD for 3 years and have tons of experience with all ages. I have a master's in Special education and ABA
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Algonquin, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, and caring. I like working with kids because they make me happy - I like to inspire children. I'm looking for a job that has a stable schedule and good hours I started working with kids when I was 12, I have two twin brothers with special needs who will be 10 this year!...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I currently work as a case manager for adults and children with special needs. I have my bachelor's in social work. I am obtaining my masters in special education with a concentration in Autism. I have worked in a variety of settings: day program, group home, and ICF. I have also worked in a therapeutic autism school. I have...
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Lake Zurich, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I recently, retired from working at Clearbrook after 29 years. I worked with mentally and physically challenged adults 21 and older. I am currently, looking to fill my Mondays and Thursdays since I work with another family. I am mature, fun, easygoing, dependable, have lots of patience, you won't find me sitting on my phone at...
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Carpentersville, IL

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$20/hr
Hello ! Been a caregiver for over 5 years. Not in specially with special needs but with my clients I have had clients with all different needs. Can always learn new things ! Caring, patient. Any questions please don't hesitate to ask! (:
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Part-time Care Provider Can Adapt To Meet Your Needs

Wauconda, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I'm Jen. I am new to Care. com, and I am excited to work with you and your family. I am a reliable, adaptable, experience person who focuses on the positive of every situation. Laughter and fun are tool I use everyday to connect to people. I've worked with kids and adults with different abilities through Northwest Special...
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Holly R.'s Photo

McHenry, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have worked in IDD for the last 3 years. I have worked with a variety of different individuals with different needs. I am also Safety Care trained.
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15+ Years Extensive Experience In Providing High Quality Care To The Elderly.

Algonquin, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
errands
dementia
hospice services
meal prep
+ 1 more
With a Bachelor's Degree, Nursing Attendant and 20 yrs. of Caregiving experience in Elderly Care. I'm reliable and compassionate private duty caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations, maintaining and developing a strong rapport with a patient. Able to provide a number of services to...
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Barrington, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
My name is Elena and I graduated from Valparaiso University in May 2024. I studied psychology and sociology. I have had a great passion for working with kids my whole life. I work at a school as a teachers aide. I work at a school that serves a population of kids with severe autism, behavioral issues, and medical issues. The...
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