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Katie W.


Hampshire, IL

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Professional With Flexible Schedule

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***I CURRENTLY WORK FULL-TIME IN THE SPECIAL RECREATION FIELD. However, I am periodically available to help on nights and weekends!*** I have been working with individuals with disabilities for the past 9 years in a variety of different settings. Before I graduated with my degree is B. S. Rehabilitation Services (minoring in...
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Michelle R.


Roscoe, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

Hello! And thank you for taking the time to find out a little bit about me! I have always enjoyed working with children. I began babysitting and nannying when I was 13. I obtained my degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked in three Early Childhood Centers, two in Rockford and one in Huntley. At each center, I taught...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

Hello, my name is Ella.. and I am 18 years old. I am the oldest daughter of 8 siblings. I have a helpful mindset. I am very willing to do what is needed. Being around young kids often, I am very patient and love finding fun things to do.
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Darlene F.


Hampshire, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

My Job Is Very Rewarding To Me/Special Needs Available

I have had many rewarding clients and they all have touched my life in a special way. I love what I do.
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Tracey W.


South Beloit, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Love To Help Others Out

Stay at home mom that now has independent teenagers that don't need mom to be home all the time or that need to be driven to practices. Looking to help out others families while also making extra money (because teenagers are expensive lol). Experience taking care of Special need kids.
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Bridget B.


Huntley, IL

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Bridget! I have over 5 years of experience providing care for all ages. I am CPR certified and am currently attending school to become an ultrasound technician! I have experience with special needs children, bilingual children, infants/babies, and children up to the age of 13.
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jessica H.


Rockford, IL

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

Caring With Kindness And Compassion

Caring for and helping people is something I've always enjoyed, because I know I am making a difference in someone's life. I have a diverse work background that has given me a wealth of knowledge that I can utilize in the real world. This knowledge was built upon my B. A. in Psychology. I have hands-on experience assisting...
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Kaitlyn H.


Cherry Valley, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Flexible Babysitter

Hi! Welcome to my profile. My name is Kaitlyn, and I am 25 years old. I have lived in the Cherry Valley area for about 17 years. I enjoy watching children of all ages, and have a few years of experience caring for them in after school care facilities, as well as private babysitting. I love kids and would love to provide you...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlyn is awesome! She babysat my two boys. She is flexible and sends us updates. My son asked when she was going to babysit again because he loved having her around! Highly recommend! "

Johana A.

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Cheryl J.


Hampshire, IL

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi my name is Cheryl, I have been a caregiver for 8 years. I have cared for all ages and all different needs including; paralysis, cerebral palsy and autism. Thanks!
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Nichole R.


Woodstock, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

Hi there! My name is Nichole and I am 30 years old. I have been working with the special needs population for 8 years and am looking for a fresh new start in a different setting. I am comfortable working with both adults and children, and have experience helping individuals with an array of different developmental disorders. I...
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Faith H.


Woodstock, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs children my whole life. My parents are foster parents, so I've seen a lot and babysat a lot.
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Makayla S.


Roscoe, IL

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since age 5 I've done swimming, ice skating, gymnastics, tumbling, cheer, and competitive dance team. My family and I like to travel. I have 9 years of experience childhood sitting for families as well as nursery for infants and toddlers. I was a volunteer teacher for dance/cheer with special needs children and also a camp...
Makayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Sade C.


Woodstock, IL

$15-35/hr1 yrs exp

Very Nice Young Lady New Registered Nursing Assistant In The State Of Mn

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love working with the elderly and disabled. I enjoy caring for them and helping them lead happy lives.
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Chelsea B.


Sharon, WI

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hello I am Chelsea! I have chosen care giving as a career path. Caring for those in need brings my life so much joy. I like working directly with a family because I believe being a good care giver is also developing a relationship with my client and their family so they feel comfortable with me and the family can be at ease...
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Deborah A.


Woodstock, IL

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

12 Hour Caregiver Available

I am an experienced CNA who is loving, kind, dependable and have worked for 3 years. I can cook, clean the house, help with dressing, help with toileting, transferring, range of motion, medication reminder, grocery shopping, help with showering, escort to doctors appointments. I am highly organized, dedicated and with a positive...

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have nearly 2 decades of experience in child care and education. I have worked in daycare, directed children's theatre camps, taught in high behavior environments, and served a middle school administrator. Currently, I work full time for a local non-profit scholarship program, but continue child and pet care in my spare...
Aurora can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I worked four summers alongside Aurora at a children's theatre camp in Pecatonica, IL. Aurora is very skilled in working with children and her competence in care-giving sets the bar for all individuals working with kids. She is incredibly patient and encourages...

Stephen R.

Brooke B.


Sycamore, IL

$23-32/hr10 yrs exp

Seasoned Nanny With 25 Years Of Experience.

I have worked with children of all ages for more than half of my life including children with special needs. For over 25 years I have been a full-time nanny. Previously, I worked as an assistant director of an after-school park district program, and lead toddler room day care teacher. Over the last 25 years I have immensely...
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Anas E.


Sycamore, IL

$16/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the past 5 years I've been caring for children aged 0-12, and there has been no greater joy than helping them grown and develop into their own person. I have a passion for childcare and supporting families as well as providing reliable childcare options. I am patient, calm, friendly and creative and I believe in building...
Anas can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Tamera L.


Machesney Park, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Tammy. I would like to explain that I Love babies and children! I have 30 plus years experience. I also went to college and have experience with early childhood. I have CPR, and First-aid for babies abd children. I am also a CNA.

Hannah B.


Huntley, IL

$13-16/hr9 yrs exp

Hi! I am a certified Special Education teacher with over 9 years of experience working with children. I have worked at an at home day care center for two summers, tutoring and babysat for children ages 3 months to 13, and have had course work in education for all children, specifically those with special needs, and child...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision

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