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Abigail R.


Genoa, IL

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Nanny !!!

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi!!!! I have been involved in working with children for 10 years. I began by babysitting for a few neighbors. I then became a nanny every day for about 3 hours Monday through Friday. I have worked at summer camps for children with special needs. I have been a nanny for two different families for the last 2 summers. This past...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Sherry D.


Hampshire, IL

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Warm And Patient Childcare Provider Available For Full-time Or Part-time/occassional Care

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Worked 4 day weeks as a Nanny for 5 years with child diagnosed within Autism Spectrum with some developmental delays. Child was 2 1/2 - 7 1/2 years old during this period. Also cared for younger sibling who was 2 years younger and required standard care. Continued occasional date night care through now, children are now 13 and...
5.0
"Sherry has been our full time nanny for over a year now. She is amazing with our 16 month old son! She is warm, energetic, and attentive. Our son is in early intervention and we really appreciate how Sherry is always diligent about working on his...

Ali B.

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Caroline M.


Marengo, IL

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I just graduated ISU with a degree in special education. I have 8 years of experience. That experience included being a nanny, inclusion companion, clinical hours for my college.
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Ashley F.


Sycamore, IL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Helping Our Unique Friends

I am a certified teacher and am licensed to have children with special needs in my classroom. My step-brother is autistic, so are his friends that come over. I have had experience with a variety of disabilities, from EBD, Downs Syndrome, Autism, cerebral Palsy, and more. I do believe that every child is different and cannot be...
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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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Jodi D.


Sycamore, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care/Mother's Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 50-year-old female available to care for your children. Children are one of the greatest joys in life! I have experience watching children ages 1 months to 12 years, as well as those with special needs. We love to play games, go on outings, watch movies, read books and do crafts. I have experience in child care, household...
Jodi can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Caroline M.


Marengo, IL

$15-18/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Caroline I am a special education teacher! I am born and raised in the Chicago burbs! I have been nannying off and on for the last few years. For the last 7 years I worked for family, friends, and families around, where I met more amazing families! I have also worked with children who have special needs for the last 5...
Caroline can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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John B.


Marengo, IL

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver.

I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver. I enjoy conversing and providing companionship while looking out for your beloved family member's wellbeing. I am willing to provide light housekeeping, meal prep, and run errands as well.
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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Cheryl J.


Hampshire, IL

$10-15/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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Jayne M.


Hampshire, IL

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Teacher for 4 years with a general education and special education licenses. CPR certified. Work with kids with all different abilities consistently. Babysat frequently before become a certified teacher.
As a childcare provider, my motivation stems from my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, where I discovered my passion for positively impacting children's lives. With three years of experience, I'm committed to providing reliable care for families. My patient and calm nature, coupled with my creativity and...
Salma can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Katie W.


Hampshire, IL

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Professional With Flexible Schedule

***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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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Lorie G.


Saint Charles, IL

$32/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver- HAPPY TO ASSIST !

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Life can be challenging as is... even more so for people with specific disabilities- I'm passionate about assisting men and ladies with special challenges lead fulfilling lives by assisting with daily living tasks so that they can be as independent as they desire to be :) Most of my experience is in assisting people with...
5.0
"Lorie took care of my father when we were on vacation. She was wonderful. She kept the house clean and was great with my father. I would hire her again in a heartbeat."

Kris C.

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Tiffany S.


Clare, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom of An Adorable Duo Looking To Care for Yours Too

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun, energetic and a compassionate mother with 21 years as a Mom. I have raised my 2 children alone. One special needs boy 21 and a girl 18 years old. My children are my life, and I have very lovely memories of them being little. I live for those days and feel that my calling is being a mother. My job as a mother is not...
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Treats my kids as her own. She does a very detailed job when she cleans. Anyone would be lucky to have her. Highly recommended "

Jennifer N.

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Moriah B.


Lake in the Hills, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hello! I am seeking occasional work in the Lake in the Hills area (within 10-20 miles is ideal). I am fairly flexible with hours but do work varying shifts so please reach out to me to inquire about certain days or times. Unfortunately, I am not accepting recurring jobs at this time. Previously employed as a teaching...
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Catherine S.


DeKalb, IL

$18-28/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! I am a recent college graduate from NIU. I have experience caring for children of different ages. I have worked with a wide array of children from newborns to 13-year-olds. I have experience working with children who have special needs/disabilities. I majored in Art and English receiving two bachelors degrees. If you...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
5.0
"Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and great at calming them down when they are worked up. Not only that but she enjoys playing with them and doing activities with...

Jade M.

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Robin F.


Lake in the Hills, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver With A Smile

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been a stay at home Mom/ Licensed Massage Therapist for 25 + years. My oldest child is 30, and my youngest just turned 20. I am looking for part time caregiver position. I have worked with elderly care, handicapped, disabled, learning disabled, ADHD, special needs, of teenagers to senior citizens. My son was a quadriplegic...
Robin can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
5.0
"Robin was kind and so gentle as she cared for our 100 year old mom who needed help transferring initially and then was bed ridden by the end. Her compassion and respect during each stage for was beautiful."

Margaret M.

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Jen F.


Elgin, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Tutor Or Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I currently teach in a self-contained special education classroom. This is my 8th year of teaching. I hold a Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction with Specialized Endorsements in Special Education and English as a Second Language from National Louis University. I also have a bachelor's degree in Elementary...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Genoa, IL

Sherry D.

5.0

Sherry has been amazing with our family. She I'd the only person outside of immediate family that we've allowed to watch our ASD child! She is wonderful with him and my daughter! There kids always look forward to her coming over because they know they'll have a good time! I totally trust her with my...

- Rhonda H.

Lorie G.

5.0

Lorie took care of my father when we were on vacation. She was wonderful. She kept the house clean and was great with my father. I would hire her again in a heartbeat.

- Kris C.

Tiffany S.

5.0

Tiffany is wonderful with children and she knows her job very well. Will stay late if you need her to and will go that extra mile. I would hire her again in a minute if I was looking for someone. If you need any other information please feel free to email me.

- Laura B.

Catherine S.

5.0

Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and great at calming them down when they are worked up. Not only that but she enjoys playing with them and doing activities with them as well!

- Jade M.

Robin F.

5.0

Robin was kind and so gentle as she cared for our 100 year old mom who needed help transferring initially and then was bed ridden by the end. Her compassion and respect during each stage for was beautiful.

- Margaret M.

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