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Allison M.


Minooka, IL

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider

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I have cared for a male adult that was visually handicapped, and a senior that had severe Parkinson disease. Also I baby-sat regularly twins with Aspberger's/ autism.
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Abena A.


Joliet, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I am a 55-year-old female with 12 years experience in childcare with excellent references. I am a mother of three with experience in newborns up to 12 years. I am a certified nurse assistant (CNA). I am a CPR certified and had worked in a special needs facility too for 3 years. I have a car with a valid drivers license. I am...
Abena can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Xyra H.


Plainfield, IL

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Oldest of four siblings, which makes me a natural caretaker. I aspire to be a teacher or social worker. I have a special place in my heart for children with special needs. Young adult who loves work in a structured environment and help keep routine for children. I have both nanny, and day care experience. I continue to develop...
Xyra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah O.


Plainfield, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

I have 6 years experience caring for children and 3 years experience with special needs kids. I'm currently enrolled to get my degree and become a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst. I have worked in a private therapeutic day school for kids with autism for the last 3 years. I have experience with ABA and I am currently a...
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Hayley D.


Joliet, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Hayley!! I find immense joy in caring for children and supporting families. My passion for working with children stems from my previous work with children with disabilities, where I discovered my ability to create a positive impact on their lives. I worked with children one on one in their homes, I worked at a...
Hayley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Zakary T.


Plainfield, IL

$15-17/hr2 yrs exp

Zak

I am a 19-year-old student majoring in special education. Since 8th grade, I've been volunteering with special needs children through different organizations. Prior to the pandemic, I was an assistant coach for Special Olympics gymnastics. The summer of 2019, I watched 2 school-aged boys about 2 days a week. I took them to...
Zakary can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

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Phylicia M.


Plainfield, IL

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Loving And Dependable Registered Nurse To Care For Your Child

My name is Phylicia. My background is in public health, home health care, & special needs pediatrics. I love people! I love family! Most importantly, I am a mom. Caring for someone's child is of the utmost importance to me and the most important responsibility one can have; and intrust in someone else. I looking forward to...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Wendy O.


Minooka, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I am a recently retired teacher with 22 years experience working with special needs children from the ages of 6 years old and up. I have had the privilege of teaching children with a variety of challenges, including autism, emotional and behavioral difficulties, learning disabilities and developmental delays~ each and everyone...
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Evlyn H.


Joliet, IL

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

A Little Bit About Me!

Hello, my name is Evlyn and I love nature and animals and have always enjoyed spending time with children whether it's my family or babysitting! I have always loved working with new people and learning new things, and also teaching other people what I can. I worked for a family with 3 children for over 3 years and learned so...
Evlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi my name is Terri. I have over 23 years experience in senior care and caring for people with special needs. My Experience includes, all mobility issues, hoyer lift, specialize in Dementia/ Alzheimer's disease. Bathing and showering. Was certified to pass medication. I am caring, conscientious and kind. I have a great sense...
Terri can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

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Lisa S.


Joliet, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse

I have been a full time nurse for the past 10 years. In that time I have worked with several children with special needs and some very complex children who are medically fragile. I am very attentive to what the needs are and are able to respond quickly if a need should arise. I have also worked with several children and teens...
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Kelly C.


Manhattan, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

I am a person who cares and has a heart, I currently donate and spend a lot of time trying to help project fire buddies.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I worked as a finance manager for 12 years before choosing to be a full time wife and mother for 23 years. To make learning fun, I volunteered as a Girl Scout leader (8 years), Sunday school teacher (5 years), room mom, soccer mom, dance mom, and little league softball mom. I am certified and volunteer (2015 - present) for...
Marietta can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Elsa T.


Joliet, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking To Care For Children Of Any Age. Will Build Structure And Foundation In Their Lives. I'm Not Here To Replace You As A Parent. I Have Worked With 3 Children, Who Were Special Needs At Once.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I took Child Care and First Aid in high school. I just recently worked with 3 children with special needs at one time. I also prepare meals and did light household cleaning. I can also multitask. I have my own vehicle. I did drop-off and pick up at school for 2 preschooler. I am bilingual.
Elsa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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"Elsa was very kind and I can tell she means well. However, she mentioned letting us know she couldn’t stay the entire time but we have no record of this. We can kind of tell she’s just starting her childcare career. Our child was returned to us barely tightened...

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Alyssa G.


Manhattan, IL

$15-21/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Creator

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Hello! I am a very loving, caring, friendly, and patient person. I have a few years of experience which includes: taking a child development and CPR course, babysitting small children and infants, helping out special needs children, and I even hosted birthday parties when I was a manager at McDonald's. With me, your child will...
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

Hello, I am a mom of three with a 12-year-old and twin 7-year-olds. So I have experience with multiples. My son is autistic and have experience with special needs. I have been previously paid to nanny in the past when my oldest was little and currently work as a server bartender looking for a extra source of income especially to...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Brianna B.


Joliet, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

"Caring and compassionate special needs caregiver dedicated to providing personalized support and assistance. Experienced in creating a safe and nurturing environment for individuals with diverse needs. Committed to promoting independence and enhancing quality of life."
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Carolina A.


Joliet, IL

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Adaptive Sitter And Amusement Master, babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I will be on school break December 16th - January 16th and will be in Joliet. If you're looking for some temporary help (1 month) on weekdays after 2 pm, feel free to message me and I will get back to you :) Thanks! Things about me: - 3+ years paid experience - newborn/infant experience - infant-teenage experience -...
Carolina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Carolina was early and was amazing!!! My son wanted her to come back again tomorrow lol 10/10 says F. (5 stars)"

Cassandra B.

Hi! My name is Mikayla, and I am a student at the University of Kentucky studying elementary education. I have been working with kids for approximately 6 years. I worked in a daycare/preschool setting for 5 years with children ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years old. I also have babysat for many families in the past 6 years. I am...
Mikayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Terri O.


Wilmington, IL

$19-22/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Hi, I'm Terri! I have 21 years experience caring/helping people with special needs. I have worked with low-high funtioning children- adults. In residential and in home settings. Helping people with special needs is my passion. I currently have someone on Monday and Wednesday. I am free to talk about other days..

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