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I have strong communication skills and patience. I also have a creative mind and a passion for expanding the minds of children, I have superb organization skills and I would consider myself a people person. I have experience working with children in many different circumstances. Im currently an RBT I work with children with...
Sivana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
I've worked with adults and children with trachs, Down Syndrome and wheelchair bound. I have also made sure they took their meds on time. I've cooked and cleaned their homes. I've read to them if they wanted. I took them out for walks or we would just sit outside and enjoy the weather.
Rickayla W.
Calumet City, IL
$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! I'm an experienced home health aide and certified nursing assistant (CNA) with CPR certification. My personality is usually described as outgoing, energetic, and caring. I have experience working with children, young adults, and the elderly, including those with mental illnesses, psychiatric conditions, and in hospice...
Kamy O.
Lansing, IL
$15/hr • 3 yrs exp
I have around 3 years of experience in the child care setting! I currently work as a paraprofessional working with special needs children. I am only looking for something seasonal, as I will resume work in the fall. I speak spanish & have a valid drivers license. I enjoy watching movies, taking walks, chill days, running...
Kamy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Kellice B.
Lansing, IL
$16-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hi I'm Kellice And I'm Looking Forward To Working With Amazing Families.
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, determined, and intelligent
I like caring for people with special needs because it's so heart warming every time I meet different kids I love them so much and it makes me happy to work with them.
I'm looking for a job that makes me feel comfortable. Something that I enjoy getting up...
I am a retired LPN and certified in CPR. I recently became a licensed substitute teacher in pre-school - 12th grade. I have worked with mentally and physically challenged children for five years. As an LPN, I have worked w children as a home health care nurse.
Jenna R.
Munster, IN
$10-15/hr
I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
Melaina H.
Highland, IN
$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
I'm a childcare provider with a passion for nurturing children's growth and development. With three years of experience, I ensure a safe and nurturing environment for your precious ones. My calm and friendly demeanor, coupled with my creativity, makes me a favorite among children. I keep parents updated about their child's day...
Michelle E.
Chicago, IL
$17-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
I have over five years of experience dealing with persons aged 0-12, and 18+ who are autistic, on the autism spectrum and/or have dual diagnoses. Some of the mental disorders I have experience with are schizophrenia, bi-polar, manic depression, various levels of anxiety, and PTSD. I also have experience with adults and children...
4.8
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi. I am dependable and love to have fun with kids. I love kids to be themselves and to enjoy life. I took care of a 56-year-old man who has Epilepsy. He has seizure attacks a lot of times and I make sure that he take his medication, meals, took him to his doctor appointments, shower, light housekeeping and laundry. Also, I...
5.0
"Kimberly is an incredible caregiver. She has been working for us for over two years and she has provided excellent care of our special needs daughter who is cognitively impaired and has a seizure disorder. She is loving, caring, thoughtful , trustworthy and she is...
Adrienne N.
Ashley R.
Gary, IN
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi, I Have Work With Kids For The Last 4 Years. Ive Worked With Special Needs Kids
We are a safe, sanitized, respectful, educational, caring home daycare. We offer Hot meals, Cold meals & snacks. Field Trips, Curriculum Activities & much more.
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hello, my name is Lara. I am s single mother of four looking for a fresh start on my next stage in life. I have been a stay at home mother for 16 years and enjoyed every minute. Once my children entered school and no longer needed my assistance, I went back into the work force. I am presently working for the local public school...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Thanks for stopping by! I love babies and kiddos, so here I am, offering my services for you and your family. When babysitting, I like to be involved and reading to them, taking them to the playground and doing any activities that they enjoy from playing Barbie to playing trains. I also like to do sensory activities with...
Kristin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Kristen to help us organize following a move. She did an absolutely incredible job. She showed up early and was extremely pleasant. I really hope she's still doing this the next time we need her!"
Nash G.
5.0
(1)
I have 30 years of experience in healthcare. I can help with Home Care - Light Housekeeping - Meal prep - Light Laundry - Medication Reminders - Helpful - Reliable - Caring - Certify CPR. I am a mother of twins (a boy and a girl). I have worked in healthcare for over 30 years, taking care of seniors, and patients with special...
Vickey can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from Medication Management, light housekeeping, Meals Prep & handle daily tasks.
My sister showed significant improvement. Vickey...
Chris J.
5.0
(4)
I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
Dalia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Dalia is responsible, dedicated, organized, and punctual. She is also very communicative and always takes into consideration what is best for the person she is helping. Dalia is available and continuously cares for people."
Elizabeth C.
Jackie E.
Merrillville, IN
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Jackie and I absolutely love kids. I have a bachelor's degree in special education as well as elementary education through western governors university. I have been babysitting since about age 14 and have loved it ever since. I've had 5 years experience with special needs and also 6 years experience overall. I...
Jackie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jackie is a kind and gentle young lady. She is very conscientious and hard working and will complete assigned tasks timely and with enthusiasm. Jackie will be a huge asset to any employer. "
Cheryl P.
Lakeia P.
Crete, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
5.0
(1)
I am a mother of 4 and I have always had a love for helping those that need it. I was a home health aid and used to work for a company that helps those with developmental disabilities achieve independence and promote choice. With this I have had to play many roles. I aide with transportation, hygiene, cooking, shopping, provide...
Iris can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, live-in home care
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Iris is an amazing person and open to providing quality care for people when they need it most!"
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Kesheva P.
Chicago Heights, IL
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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.
5.0
(1)
I work with seniors who have special needs ranging from physical and mental decline, poor mobility to Alzheimer, grief & loss, special diets, etc.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in East Chicago, IN
Kimberly R.
5.0
Kimberly is an incredible caregiver. She has been working for us for over two years and she has provided excellent care of our special needs daughter who is cognitively impaired and has a seizure disorder. She is loving, caring, thoughtful , trustworthy and she is always in a good mood. She will do...
- Adrienne N.
Kristin J.
5.0
We hired Kristen to help us organize following a move. She did an absolutely incredible job. She showed up early and was extremely pleasant. I really hope she's still doing this the next time we need her!
- Nash G.
Vickey C.
5.0
I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from Medication Management, light housekeeping, Meals Prep & handle daily tasks.
My sister showed significant improvement. Vickey really knew how to care for my sister....
- Chris J.
Dalia M.
5.0
Very professional, you can tell that Dalia is very passionate and caring when working with children. It was great that she was also an educator and my kids loved learning from her. No family could go wrong with having Ms. M. looking after their precious gems.
- Juan C.
Jackie E.
5.0
Jackie is a kind and gentle young lady. She is very conscientious and hard working and will complete assigned tasks timely and with enthusiasm. Jackie will be a huge asset to any employer.
- Cheryl P.
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