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Kathryn B.


Wheaton, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Trauma Informed Respite Care Provider

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I have an associates in early childhood, and was a preschool teacher before I got married and started a family. I've been a stay at home mom for 20 years to five kids, two of which have special needs. I was a safe family host to children in need, and a respite caregiver for overnights and weekends to families in need. I have...
Kathryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Amanda W.


Lisle, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I've been a childcare provider for the past nine years because I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop. I believe in making a difference in their lives by fostering their creativity, imagination, and love for learning. I'm known for being patient, calm, and friendly. I'm also very comfortable enforcing household...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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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Melanie W.


Willowbrook, IL

$10-15/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: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Caroline S.


Downers Grove, IL

$10-15/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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Christina H.


La Grange Park, IL

$20-34/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher Looking To Help A Family For Date Night Babysitting And Overnight Babysitting.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Chrissy I am a preschool teacher of 10 years. I have a child development associates and I am CPR certified. I am also gateway certified and dcfs certified. I have multitude of training! I have experience with g tube feeding also for special needs families. I look forward to meeting you and helping your family...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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"Chrissy did an amazing job with our two boys. We were here from out of town, staying at a hotel, and she watched them while we interviewed for 2 days. She came with a bag of activities, art kits, soccer balls and granola bars! She took my kids out to play, to a...

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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....
I have co-operated a daycare in East TX for the past 6 years as well as nannied for several families in the Chicagoland area. I am currently offering day care; experienced with all ages, (including infants/special needs). I own a safe and reliable vehicle and am able to transport children as necessary. I provide a clean, secure,...
Erica can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have recently moved back to the Hinsdale area after caring for my father in Florida for several months. (He suffered from a traumatic brain injury). Experienced with childcare, senior care, special needs, and pets.
Erica can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, hospice services & more
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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Regina S.


Chicago, IL

$16-30/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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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: Errands, dementia, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
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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

$10-20/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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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