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Kesheva P.


Chicago Heights, IL

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

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I am a registered behavioral Therapist I have been working with children diagnosed with Autism and other mental and behavioral disabilities. I love working with all children of all levels of cognition. Working with a population as such requires additional education and training which I am qualified for.
5.0
"I have a child with autism Kesheva is always so patient with him. Our family absolutely adores her, and she's good at what she does."

Susan M.

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Emily R.


Gary, IN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Long Term/Full-Time Family To Work With

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting/being a nanny for the past 10 years. I am CPR certified. I have worked in a day care which I have the experience to supervise a large group of toddlers and keep them busy with activities. I like to do many interactive activities with children when I babysit them like hide-and-seek, dancing, board games,...
Emily can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emily ("Milly" to our family) worked full-time for our family for 1.5 years beginning when my son was not quite 3. Milly was always early, paid attention to detail & worked hard. But, more, she became a part of our family - equally adored by both me and my...

Jennifer H.

I have 7 years of experience. I am open to assisting with travel. I have experience with children with special needs. I am a registered behavioral therapist RBTIII
Hersheka can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Julie A.


Munster, IN

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Patient And Fun-loving Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
Julie can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Kayshana B.


Harvey, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Ready And Available

I am Kayshana B. I dedicated over 10 years to working with children, specializing in special needs and medical assistance. I believe that children are our future. So however I can assist in reading writing playing etc.
Kayshana can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
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Briana R.


Country Club Hills, IL

$18-25/hr

Helping Professional

Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have four years of experience in baby sitting and care taking. I am experienced in working with individuals with special needs as well as mental, physical, intellectual, and developmental challenges. I graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2022 and received my bachelor's...
Briana can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep
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Danielle S.


Griffith, IN

$11-16/hr1 yrs exp

I am a graduate student looking for a flexible position to assist in child care, housekeeping, errands, etc. I have professional and personal experience working with children and children with special needs.
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have my bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation and Disabilities Counseling and I am currently getting my master's degree in Occupational Therapy to work with children with special needs. I worked at Daycare for a year working with a mixed of children ages 6months to 12years old, but mainly 3 years olds. As a future occupational...
Courtney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

My name is Kellice B. im currently a freshmen at Xavier University of Lousiana. Born in raised in Chicago, IL im currently 18 years old and looking to be a care taker I have two years of unpaid experience with special needs children and look forward to working with all children and building my experience.
Kellice can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hello! I have three special needs rescue kitties-Pickle, Egg, and Beans-and I love to create things and be outside. I love love love infant and toddler care, but really enjoy older kiddos who can do more activities with me, e. g. bake weekly treats for the family (though I'm very open to bake for you while littles naps if you...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rachel G.


Munster, IN

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

I love being around children. I have worked at a special needs pediatric clinic, was a daycare teacher for 2 years, and continue to work with the special needs population.
Rachel can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Briana R.


Country Club Hills, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Certified Assistant Teacher (Early Childhood/SPED)

Hello, my name is Briana and I am a certified teacher with four years of experience with children and individuals with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, etc. I received my bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with an emphasis in family social services from Northern Illinois...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Brittney W.


Richton Park, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

The Golden Years

I have quite a bit of experience working with seniors. I used to volunteer at a singer living facility for two years before they stopped outside activities from entering their facility. I also have a grandfather who is going through dementia he's 90 years old, and I know what it's like to go through that struggle my grandmother...
Brittney can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Jeanne S.


Gary, IN

$14/hr5 yrs exp

Mom Of 5

I am a mom of 5, 26-10, and a former nanny of a special needs child. I currently do home health care for the elderly. I have always loved children and our elderly, and retired veterans. I'm regularly told I am a natural born caretaker. I have no problem with light housekeeping and meal prep. Please reach out if I can be of...
Jeanne can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Caitlin S.


Frankfort, IL

$15-18/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I am Caitlin and I am studying nursing at Joliet Junior College! When I was younger, I watched my brothers after school and volunteered in my church's special needs classroom. This past year, I have started to babysit for other families. I typically bring fun games and love doing crafts with kids!
Caitlin can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs through compassion, understanding, and meaningful connections. Advocate for inclusivity and empowerment.
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Alysia S.


Griffith, IN

$17/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

I love careing for people. I have experiance with many different kinds of people. Children. Toddlers. Babies. Elderly . Dementia. Special needs.
Alysia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, errands, dementia & more
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Patricia K.


Frankfort, IL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver For Seniors Or Special Needs

Hello my name is Tricia, I am currently a live in caregiver I have been at this job for three and a half years. I love my job and I love my patient she has suffer a bad Brain Aneurysm and requires 24 hour care. I am looking for a full time job with no weekends. The only reason I am leaving is I no longer want to live outside my...
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Kathleen G.


Hobart, IN

$16/hr10 yrs exp

Helper

I have worked with several families from care. com at different times over the past 18 years. I am capable of caring for disabled children in many spectrums, as well as adults with challenges. I am willing to cook and clean up after ourselves in the kitchen. I am also willing to help out with their laundry. I have an insured car...

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