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Sarah M.


Libertyville, IL

$18-50/hr9 yrs exp

Childcare, 9 Years Experience. Some Basic Elderly Care And Special Needs Experience.

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Hi!! I'm a senior. I have 9 years of experience with childcare and basic elderly care as well as some experience with people with special needs. I am willing to help with pet care and household chores.
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Kellien V.


Round Lake, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

AT HOME DAY CARE

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love children and always establish a meaningful relationship with them. I am consistent with creating functional and fun activities. I have been teaching and tutoring for 11 years. I also have experience working and babysitting children who have Autism and a wide variety of children with special needs of all ages. I have been...
Kellien can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Colleen M.


Mundelein, IL

$22-37/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available In Libertyville & (Powers Lake/Twin Lakes, WI During Summer)

I have extensive background in senior care, long-term care, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation, special needs children and adults. I am a patient and enthusiastic person with flexible hours throughout the Summer
Colleen can also help with: Dementia, visiting nurse, personal care, respite care
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Destiny S.


Fox Lake, IL

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Experienced Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Working with kids is my passion. I've been a lead teacher and then assistant director at a daycare for 5 years. I've previously worked as nanny, volunteered at a public preschool and have two daughters that are 10 and 11. I have experience with all ages, but the majority has been with infants, toddlers, and preschool aged...
Destiny can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Kaitlyn A.


Antioch, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Katie. I have had lots of experience with kids. I started working with kids when I was a freshman in high school. I have worked with infants to 15-year-olds as well as those with special needs. I love to do arts and crafts. I enjoy watching everyone get their creative juices flowing while doing the crafts. I also...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Elizabeth J.


Antioch, IL

$16-20/hr6 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as energetic, compassionate, and driven. I enjoy working with kids because I value seeing them grow and learn! I cherish playing a role in children's development at all ages and stages. I'm looking for a job that values family and growth! Being connected to the families I work with is a top priority...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Leni K.


Ingleside, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have been caring and providing care for individuals with special needs for over 20 years. My experiences and skills are with patients with ADHD, ADD, Celebral Palsy, mental illness FD. I'm responsible, patient, dependable and committed to helping them to enjoy and live their lives to the fullest of their ability.
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Melvie M.


Round Lake, IL

$15-35/hr6 yrs exp

9 Year Experience Being A Nanny In All Ages.

Honest, loving, reliable and a God fearing individual. Receives goid and excellent reviews from previous clients. My Motto is "Let all your things be done with Love" 1 cor. 16:14.
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Rose B.


Vernon Hills, IL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Rose. I was elementary education student at Carthage College and have been babysitting/nannying since I was about 13/14 and never really considered it a"job". I love taking care of children and genuinely have a good time doing it. I have experience with all ages, twins and children with special needs. I'm very flexible...
Rose can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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David P.


Vernon Hills, IL

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

Mister

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is David. A father of two teens. A college graduate with about 20 years experience in the Health Care Industry particularly concentrated with Senior Health. I am a compassionate hardworking person with a soft heart for people with disabilities. Caring for your loved ones can be stressful and daunting. I can be of...
My name is Talia and I am the oldest of four kids! I am currently a senior at The University of Kansas! I have been a nanny since freshman year of high school in the Overland Park area for 3 children, while babysitting multiple families since well before then and throughout the years. I love kids and just hanging out and getting...
Talia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maggie D.


Mundelein, IL

$20-50/hr8 yrs exp

Care Provider To All And A Music Lover!

My name is Maggie, and I am currently looking to assist in any home that may need help! I have a degree in Music and History education from Western Michigan University. I have been working for the past 8 years doing many jobs including substitute teaching, tutoring, special education teaching assistant, and even as a vocal...
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Colleen M.


Mundelein, IL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Mom of three children ages 25, 22, and 12. I have many years of experience in childcare though our parish and school, along with volunteering with children with special needs in the area of Adaptive Water Sports. I am also a foster parent and adoptive parent.
Colleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Amaya R.


Gurnee, IL

$20-29/hr2 yrs exp

I am a compassionate professional dedicated to empowering children and adolescents through intensive in-home therapy and specialized education. With a background in mental health and special education, I have spent 2 1/2 years fostering growth and resilience in young minds. In the realm of in-home therapy, I have been a guiding...
Amaya can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Cary W.


Vernon Hills, IL

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Cary & I love working with others to create engaging experiences through an environment that fosters safety, creativity, curiosity, & kindness. I have incredibly strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality, maturity, a very high emotional intelligence, & an unmatched sense of integrity. Other...
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Riley B.


Lake Villa, IL

$12-18/hr2 yrs exp

I Am A Very Energetic And Love Putting Smiles On Children's Faces!

I have two years paid experience watching children. I am experienced watching special needs children, and have worked in daycares as well. I am going to be working to get my CPR certification. I can help with light chores, errands, pets, and transportation. Hope to speak with you soon :)
Riley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Alexa G.


Lake Villa, IL

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver Available

Hello, my name is Lexi. Ever since I was 13 I started babysitting for a family of two young children. That continued for 6 years until I went away to college. There, I picked up a personal care assistant job to work with individuals with disabilities. Throughout my experiences, I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know those...
Hi! My name is gisell m. I have over 5 years of experience working with children that have special needs.
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Esther M.


Round Lake, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Caregiver

Having worked with both seniors and minors of different medical and cognitive backgrounds, I can attest to how special of a human being they really are and nothing would make me happier than to be a part of your family in taking care of one in need.
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Kellien V.


Round Lake, IL

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced worker for special needs children

I have been working full-time in the field of special education for four years. I also tutor part time for a child that needs NET training and I also run ABA programs. I have experience working with children who are diagnosed with Autism, Schizophrenia, Asperger's, BD, Down syndrome, and some with dual diagnoses. I have worked...

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