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Donna L.


Glenview, IL

$20-21/hr

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Hello, My name is Donna, I am 52 years old and have over 10 years of experience with children of special needs. I am reliable, honest and have a very flexible schedule. Please feel free to reach out. Thank You.
I am very good with most of things such as babysitting, senior help, special help, cleaning. I am mother of 3 children. There are all go to school that's why I am looking for something to do. I
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Jam T.


Glenview, IL

$15-50/hr

Compassionate Caregiver

My name is Jam a Filipino American caregiver who has a nursing background. Experience in taking good care of your special needs child. I am compassionate and willing to take care of your infant and family.
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Amber R.


Glenview, IL

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

Nurse Aide/ Caregiver

Hi! I have experience with pediatric home care. I've assisted with cerebral palsy, seizure watch, fall risks, cognitive disabilities and personal experience with ASD. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out and we can schedule a chat! :)
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Donna L.


Glenview, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, I'd like to help out with your needs, I have many years experience with behavioral issues, ADHD And many more disabilities. I took care of my mother for 10 years and I have outside experience as well. I have worked with children and adults. Please reach out so we can discuss further. Thank You!
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Allison B.


Glenview, IL

$23-26/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter, And Tutor

Hello! My name is Allison and I am excited to be your babysitter, nanny, and/or tutor. I graduated from Elon University in 2019 with a BA in Human Services & International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I spent the past two academic years working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Allison B.


Glenview, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Nanny, And Tutor

Hello! My name is Allison and I am excited to be your babysitter, nanny, and/or tutor. I graduated from Elon University in 2019 with a BA in Human Services & International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I spent this past academic year working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Simone P.


Glenview, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

I put my heart into everything I do. This summer I worked for Carousel Connections at Brandyweine Senior Living as a job coach for teenagers and young adults with special needs volunteering. I just moved back to the Windy City after being in Philadelphia. I graduated from Monmouth College with a B. A. in history and kinesiology....
Simone can also help with: Personal care, dementia
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Natacha P.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a recent graduate looking for an income and I have 5 years experience working in healthcare. Thank you.
5.0
"Natacha was a great conversationalist and was helpful when I needed assistance going to a medical procedure. She's very dependable and I would recommend her to anyone in need of services."

Yulanda C.

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Jhan I.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Trustworthy

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. a wife and a mother of two boys 27 years and 14 years lived in Chicago and suburbs for over 30 years I'm a licensed cosmetology. I work as a nany from age of 21 for a special need 30-year-old girl . And the then got my license and worked as hair...
Jhan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"I highly recommend Jhan. She is a wonderful, kind, caring human being with an outstanding work ethic, high career and family values."

Karl F.

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Ana C.


Chicago, IL

$17-21/hr5 yrs exp

Part- Time, Evenings Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Flight Attendant for American Airlines. I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Watcharaphan T.


Evanston, IL

$30-32/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Pam. I am 34 years old. I graduated from bachelor degree in preschool education. I study, art education, special needs, children physiology, and child care. I was a kindergarten teacher for 2 years. I moved to Chicago for an Au Pair opportunity on 2013. After the Au Pair program is over, I continue working as...
Watcharaphan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Pam was a part time nanny for my kids (2 year old and now 7 month old) during the summer. She did a great job meeting their needs and engaging with them. She took my super active 2 year old on long walks and to the park, fed him lunch and put him down for his naps....

Sara A.

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Sally T.


Elk Grove Village, IL

$18-32/hr4 yrs exp

Friendly Sitter And Experienced With Children

Hi, I'm Sally. I have been working with special needs children children at a therapeutic day school as a paraprofessional for the last year with aged 5-22. I also have experience at a day cares with ages 1-5. In addition I have worked at Boys and Girls club with 1st-2nd graders. I love playing board games with children, reading...
Sally can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My kids had so much fun with Sally! They made crafts and did puzzles. She even brought books she thought the kids would enjoy. The house was neat and tidy when we came home."

Heidi H.

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Bella C.


Evanston, IL

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny Long Beach Area

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Do you need a babysitter or someone to watch your kids for date night? You've come to the right place! I adore children and have been babysitting since I was 12 years old. I also love the arts: I have taken 8 years of ballet and been singing since I was little; I am currently studying Vocal Music. I have frequently been a...
Bella can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Excellent with children, creative in diverting momentary upsets. She has extraordinary patience with boys and girls. She knows many games and songs. Children will not be bored at all!"

Patricia A.

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Maria A.


Chicago, IL

$28/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm Venezuelan with 3, 5 years of nanny and house manager experience. I took care of 5 months to 8 years old children, also have experience with special needs kids, and CPR certified. Currently Spanish/English teacher for kids, teenagers and adults.
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wonderful nanny our kids who still miss her very much. She was on time, never missed a day of work, flexible with our schedules. Also helped around the house with light cleaning duties, fixing meals & snacks for the kids, very friendly with our pets (dog &...

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Vanessa S.


Skokie, IL

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Child Is A Happy Life

4.2

(5)

Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified. Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...
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Judith B.


Deerfield, IL

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver (Summer)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I currently work full-time for a wonderful family that has an adorable 2. 5-year-old that I have been playing with for over 2 years; however, I am available for one-time appts and/or date-nights! I am raising two wonderful children and have been a homemaker/caregiver for 17 years. I believe all children can be successful...
Judith can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Judy is the full time caregiver for our infant son. She is AMAZING and feels like a part of our family. She is always punctual, positive and an excellent listener. She takes great pride in caring for our son and supports our needs and values as to how we want to...

Kathryn Y.

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Lavinia B.


Wheeling, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly and special need patients. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, administering medication and keep patients as active is possible..
Lavinia can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
" Lavinia is a treasure. She cared for my wife until she passed of Parkinson's and dementia on Memorial Day. My wife loved Lavinia. She cared for my wife for nearly two years and became "family." Lavinia was always positive and a self starter. Always a delight...

Kendon B.

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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$21-29/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced And Helpful Caregiver Availiable

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello , my name is Lara and thank you for considering me for this position! My first job was at a senior care facility (in Arlington Hts.) and I have always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to personally caring for my own mother and others in the past, I have been professionally working as a senior caregiver for...
Larissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"She has been helping my senior mother and doing a wonderful job. She helps with cooking, cleaning, or running errands. She's also just a friendly person that gives my mother the companionship she needs."

Lara L.

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Cami B.


Chicago, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Professional, Educated, Highly Recommended Caregiver!

28-Year-old hardworking, self-motivated worker with strong knowledge of psychology and healthcare as well as customer service, social skills, and office duties. Certified in CPR, non-smoking, reliable car, & experience with animals. Associate's degree in General Studies, over 100 credits of Psychology courses. I worked as an...
Cami can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Cami was very engaged with my children and was not on her phone like most people these days. I rate a A+++"

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Glenview, IL

Natacha P.

5.0

Natacha was a great conversationalist and was helpful when I needed assistance going to a medical procedure. She's very dependable and I would recommend her to anyone in need of services.

- Yulanda C.

Jhan I.

5.0

Jhan was very engaged in helping care for your child. My child enjoyed her helping us. As with anyone helping with care-giving of your child, make sure you are very clear on what you expect, as well as do's and don't, as far as addressing it up front, and guidance towards that. She did a great...

- Maryam A.

Watcharaphan T.

5.0

Pam did a great job with our daughter on a Monday where our Nanny was out of town. She is sweet, lovely, and everything you'd want in a nanny. Lots of play with our infant daughter, took her on walks, and was easy when following the things that work best for our daughter. We really enjoyed her and...

- Catherine H.

Sally T.

4.0

Sally I helped us out when our nanny had a baby. Sally I s professional, reliable, communicative, and punctual. She watched my 2 very mobile kids under 2 (23 mo and 11 mo old). Her experience in daycares helped prepare her not be overwhelmed while juggling their varied needs. After we were done...

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Bella C.

5.0

Isabella is caring, confident, and compassionate. She senses the needs of children and is able to act quickly and efficiently.

- Natika C.

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