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Frannie J.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

After School And Evening Nanny!

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Hello! I have been babysitting for families with children ages newborn to pre-teen for about 10 years. I currently works as a paraprofessional in a special education classroom at the high school level. I am also pursuing my Masters of Special Education degree to become a Special Education teacher which I will finish up in May...
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Hannah N.


Elmhurst, IL

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

I have worked with kids with special needs intermittently since 2019 with a variety of diagnoses including Down syndrome, autism, and other intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Carrie G.


Berwyn, IL

$15-25/hr

Part Time Care Giver

My patience and love for children is why I am interested in caring for kids with and without special needs. I have raised my daughter who had some issues and also worked caring for 3 kids last year and the 1 child had issues and had to get serious counseling.
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Caroline S.


Downers Grove, IL

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I have had experience caring for children for the past 5 years. I started with watching neighbors children for a couple hours a day and then when I started highschool I volunteered at a pre-school for 4 years. 3 years ago I started working with the Northbrook Park district and worked the after school care program which had kids...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Melanie W.


Willowbrook, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 35-year-old loving stay at home mother. I have 3 daughters, 8, 9, and 10, as well as a 16-year-old son. I have over 15 years of experience caring for children of various ages from newborn to 12 years old, including multiples and special needs. I have always loved caring for children and assisting in their development...
Melanie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Heather V.


Melrose Park, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

I have worked with children with autism and cerebral palsy. I was an assistant teacher for children with autism, have been a nanny to children with autism, cerebral palsy and ADHD as well. I feel that all children are gifts.
I have lots of experience with special needs children. My little brother and cousin have autism, my niece has Down syndrome and my other little cousin has ADHD. I have personal experience, but I also want to go to school to become a special needs teacher. As of right now, I work as an assistant teacher in an elementary school....
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Isabel M.


Darien, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had a lot of experience with young kids, last summer I was a nanny for two boys. I have been babysitting for almost 5 years now and have had experience with babysitting special needs kids. I've watched up to 4 kids at a time. I enjoy keeping the kids active and try to keep them away from electronics. I know a lot of good...
Isabel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

New grad nurse looking to help out however possible! I have a lot of babysitting experience, clinical experience, and experience with Alzheimer's and dementia
As a nurturing caregiver with four years of experience, I am passionate about fostering a positive and enriching environment for children to grow and thrive. My patient and calm nature allows me to connect with children on a meaningful level, while my creativity and imagination fuel our playtime with educational games and...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jessica J.


Bolingbrook, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have a degree in counseling psychology and I have worked with developmentally disabled individual for 5 years. I was employed as a Mental Health tech, in which I worked with 3 to 6 individuals in homes settings on a daily basis. I really enjoy helping others and working in this population taught me a lot and helped me grow as...
I am a practicing registered nurse with 2. 5 years of experience. I enjoy spending time and assisting those with special needs. I am CPR certified and vaccinated against the Flu and COVID.
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, transportation, errands, light cleaning
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Regina S.


Chicago, IL

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Physical Therapy Aide and Certified mMassage Therapist Available Full Time

I'm physical therapy aide. I'm have experience working with special needs children and adults. With special needs I work what they need; Bathing, dressing, feeding or thus prepare food, help with homework. I do exercises or take them for a walk. I drive.
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Jordan F.


Lisle, IL

$27-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a school social worker with a passion for nurturing and supporting children's growth and development. With three years of experience caring for children of various ages, I have the expertise to create a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning
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Vanessa B.


Darien, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caretaker/Nanny/Babysitter/Tutor

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm a stay at home mom with 2 children (12 and 5). I have extensive experience with children of all ages (including special needs). I have a college degree along with some graduate work in the Psychology field. I also minored in Spanish. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked with Autistic children in school and...
Vanessa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hi there! Glad you found me. For over 3 years now I have been a tutor, companion, and provided assistance to children with special needs including (but not limited to) Autism, CP, Down Syndrome, and sensory processing disorders. I am highly proficient in ASL and well versed in AAC. I worked at Chicago Speech Therapy where I...
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Isabella M.


Woodridge, IL

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Reliable, Fun, And Responsible Nanny/babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Are you looking for a responsible, reliable, and fun nanny or babysitter? That's me! My day job is working 1 on 1 with special needs children, and I have lots of nannying and babysitting experience.
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ava S.


Wheaton, IL

$15-17/hr4 yrs exp

I have 4 years of experience! I can help with cooking, cleaning, shopping, and more! I have experience working with children of many different ages, as well as children with special needs, and pets.
Ava can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Eleanore L.


Elmhurst, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Help Me Help You!

Hi there! My name is Eleanore. I'm from St. Charles, IL; however, I attend Elmhurst University during the school year. I'm majoring in Psychology and minoring in communications, social work, communication science and disorders. I want to one day become a developmental psychologist and help children with developmental delays....
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Suzanne K.


Forest Park, IL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Morning Caregiver Available

My name is Suzie. I have 5 years of experience in senior care and 5+ years of experience with special needs children. I am energetic, physically fit, and equipped for heavy lifting.

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