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Bernadette N.


Schaumburg, IL

$25-35/hr

Special Needs RN Available

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate and dependable nurse, I have been working in a hospital in Michigan for 3 years, just recently moved to Illinois. In the past, I also worked in a nursing home and home care for 3 years too. I pride myself in the ability to adapt to any situation and learn new skills quickly. I have assisted clients/patients...
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Melanie R.


Wheaton, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Licensed Paraprofessional Nanny Looking For Special Needs Family

I have a paraprofessional license. I have been work with autism and apraxia for 12 years with my cousin. Officially have 3 years of experience with kids with minor to severe disabilities. It truly is my passion to continue working with people who have special needs. I'm studying sign language interpreting.
Hello my name is Mikayla, and I am currently in school to become an elementary teacher! I love working with kids and get along well with animals. I also have experience working with children with special needs. First Aid trained, and can do light housework and prepare meals if needed. I have my own car. and am flexible with...
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Olivia K.


Schaumburg, IL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Friendly, Kind, Responsible Babysitter

I am CPR certified and I have my drivers license. I can cook, clean, do laundry, and general house work along with childcare. I've also worked in a preschool and with special needs children. I can help with pre-K through junior high tutoring. And I've had my babysitting license in the state of Illinois for 6 years, and have tons...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Silvia L.


Roselle, IL

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have truly enjoyed working as a caregiver for seniors or special needs for around 8 years. I am a patient, empathetic, respectful person who values honesty and compassion. It is very important to me to do my best in my work.
Silvia can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Hello! My Name is Nick I am Studying special education at Western Michigan university, I am also on the lacrosse team at WMU. I have 2 years of experience working in schools in the Kalamazoo area. Last summer I was a summer camp counselor at the YMCA in Grand Haven MI, providing child care for children 4-15.
Hi there! My name is Kate and I am 28 years old. I have my bachelors in nursing and I'm currently studying for the NCLEX and looking for something part time on the side that feels fulfilling. I am a previous church youth leader. I have conservative and Christian values. Safe, fun and loving. Thanks! Kate
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Samantha S.


Streamwood, IL

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked as a teacher's assistant in every grade K-5 for seven years. During that time I worked with general education students as well as one on one with students with special needs. I have also previously worked as an after school nanny part time. I worked for two different families, each one for a year. Both families had two...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Amy D.


Elgin, IL

$16-27/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Amy and I'm a freshman at Michigan State University! I have 4+ years of experience with ages 3 months through 12 years, along with 3 years working with teenage students with special needs. I'm CPR certified and have reliable transportation. With kids, I love creating fun crafts, baking, and spending time...
Amy can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Laura S.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Laura and I'm a helper by nature. I work as an Occupational Therapist at two different high schools with special needs students. I also have experience taking care of seniors (my grandparents and parents). I also love to clean/organize and cook! I am very patient, caring and dependable. I can offer many services,...
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Wendy W.


Arlington Heights, IL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Ready To Encourage!

Personable, deeply caring, fun. Background in hospital chaplaincy, retirement communities (Life Enrichment Specialist and reception), special needs' children, pets, international and stateside church work. Love making connections with people, comforting, and encouraging. In my spare time I love volunteering with prayer ministry,...
Wendy can also help with: Light cleaning, home modification, respite care, live-in home care, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Amy D.


Elgin, IL

$16-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Amy and I'm a freshman at Michigan State University! I have 4+ years of experience with ages 3 months through 12 years, along with 3 years working with teenage students with special needs. I'm CPR certified and have reliable transportation. With kids, I love creating fun crafts, baking, and spending time...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, specialized care, errands

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience * I have been working with children in multiple forms for over 10 years, including as an assistant teacher in a preschool setting * I have experience in working with special needs children * I was a stay-at-home mom of two for 6 years * I am currently working with a family that I have been with for 9 years, and I am...
Gianne can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have several years of experience working with individuals that have special needs. I am a very kind and patient person. I became an RN in 1991. I have also worked as a Paramedic. I look forward to the opportunity of meeting your loved one,
I am patient individual who is willing to tend to individual needs. I also have reliable transportation. I went to school and graduated as a medical assistant. I am comfortable with individual care, fist aid and with any age group.
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Maggie G.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$35-50/hr

Desicated Caregiver

I am a dedicated caregiver with over 15 years of experience providing care for children from infants to teens in a variety of settings. This includes an infant on an NJ feeding tube, a couple of young children with high functioning autism, as well as teens with developmental delays as well as emotional trauma/delays or mental...
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Cassidy G.


Saint Charles, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced In Care For Individuals With Special Needs Full/Part Time

Hi, I'm Cassidy! I'm a responsible and caring babysitter with 10+ years of experience looking after children of all ages. Whether it's keeping kids entertained with fun activities, helping with homework, or making sure they feel safe and comfortable, I'm dedicated to providing a positive, nurturing environment. I understand the...
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Paige M.


Wheaton, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi ! My names paige . I'm 23 years old and I have 10+ years of experience. i'm a community college student. My hobbies include anything where i'm active . I'm the oldest of 5 brothers and sisters. I have experience with special needs , tutoring , and ages newborn to 15yr . I am available for school pick up's, grocery runs , meal...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Doris A.


Schaumburg, IL

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

work experience as a nanny with special need children around 10 years I love to work with kids I am very responsible, loving , patient, honest, respectful. I am mother of two beautiful boys also I work as rehab aide , nursing assistant, I graduated as nurse (LPN) in 2012 I have around 13 years of career experience working with...
Experienced Special Needs Caregiver with 13 years of experience providing compassionate and reliable care to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. I have worked with children with epilepsy, down syndrome, autism. As well as I have worked with kids with delayed learning disability as dyscalculia add , dyslexia, , and...

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