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Signe H.


Harvard, IL

$20-31/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

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My name is Signe and I am 25 years old, and I recently moved back to the area. I am a LPN and returning to school to complete my RN degree. I have nannied consistently over the past 10 years and worked a full time job the past 4 years as a pediatric nurse. I have experience nannying from 6 weeks old up to 15 years old, as well...
Signe can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

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Ava S.


Hebron, IL

$20-27/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, I am Ava! I am 23 years old. I am the oldest of 6 siblings ranging from the ages of 20 to 3 years old. I have ample experience caring for newborns and toddlers and experience providing care for babies and toddlers with special needs (my youngest brother is vision impaired, epileptic, and has neurological issues that require...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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...
I have a nephew who is autistic, as well as a cousin I love taking them out to museums the libraries sometimes we would go swimming let get out and about to not only enjoy them self's but also interacting with other children or even just being outside in the fresh air going on walks going to parks. I don't mind doing anything...
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Alexandria D.


Fontana, WI

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Zanzie D

Hi everyone! I am a positive, energetic, and responsible young woman who has been caring for kiddos periodically since the beginning of my high school years, including having worked with special needs kiddos at a summer camp. I am currently a graduate student at Colorado Christian University, studying Clinical Mental Health...
Alexandria can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
I have cared for people of all ages and backgrounds in various formal and informal settings. I have experience assisting patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia working for the county in a nursing home. From there I worked with kids as a Nursery Coordinator in my church while nannying/babysitting and attending school for Special...
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Valerie R.


Spring Grove, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

4.8

(6)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 2 grown sons and a young, energetic grandmother of 7, ranging from 2 years to 15 years old. I have many years of experience caring for babies, toddlers, and adolescents. I have experience tutoring 6, 7, and 8th graders with IEP's. I also have extensive skills required for special needs and can perform various...
Valerie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Valerie took great care of my 2 younger children in the mornings, helping them get ready and get to the bus stop on time. She was warm and caring. I needed someone flexible since my job varies and Valerie was there whenever I needed her. I would highly recommend...

Nancy K.

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Mary Jo N.


Delavan, WI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Active Sitter For Your Active Child

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have over 10 years of experience as a paraprofessional for students, behavioral disorder students and students with special needs. I am a mother of 3 adult children and 3 grandchildren. I have been a part time nanny for 1 1/2 years to a wonderful family with 4 children. I have also cared for children at Grand Geneva...
Mary Jo can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Mary Jo was awesome with my kids, they had such a good time with her! She was super friendly and was willing to come to the resort where we were staying to watch them, which made it super convenient for me since I was there for a wedding. It was also nice to know...

Amanda G.

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Karen R.


McHenry, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Honest, Personable, Responsible, Compassionate And Dedicated Caregiver /Nanny For Six Families

Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood

My first experience as a childcare provider is when I was a young teenager. Later, I worked with special needs children as a bus driver and teaching assistant for eight years. I have worked with families who had infants, preschool and school-aged children as a nanny since 2011. I fully enjoy being a nanny and I am in excellent...
Karen can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Karen has been absolutely wonderful! She watched our 6 month old as I was returning back to work after maternity leave. A spot opened up at daycare a lot sooner than expected, which is the only reason we aren't having her watch our son any longer. While at our...

Elizabeth R.

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Norma M.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for children with autism and Down syndrome, ADD/HD. I worked at School District 95 Special Education Department.
5.0
"Norma is knowledgeable, compassionate, reliable and was right there to support our family when we needed help. I felt confident to leave my two boys, one of which is on the spectrum, in her care and would not hesitate to do so again."

Barbara Z.

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Sophia D.


McHenry, IL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am interested in your care job!! I have 14 years experience taking care of children of all ages. Also special needs kids. I am CPR certified and I have taken college courses on early child development and early learning. I am very out going and have alot of energy. I love being outside, teaching, and exercising. I'm...
Sophia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Our kids love going to Sophia’s house. She helped when my son was getting potty trained (he did better at her house than mine) He is now a proudly potty trained little man. My daughter loves when she gets to go to Sophia’s always talks about how fun it is. "

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Rhonda L.


McHenry, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Rhonda. I am CNA Certified and also have my certificate in dialysis. I have been doing home healthcare for the past 8 years. I recently cared for a gentlemen that's wheelchair bound and has heart, renal and diabetes. I transfer him from bed to wheelchair, to bathing, to dressing, prepare and serve meals, check...
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Dawn C.


McHenry, IL

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother And Nanny

4.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of a 20 yr old son, a 26-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 6-year-old boy. I have over 15 years babysitting and Nanny experience with all ages as well as special needs care. I find joy in helping children learn and grow. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, going to parks and taking nature walks. I am...
Dawn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"In order to understand Dawn, I have to tell you the environment. My son, M, was born was severe chronic respiratory disease and epilepsy. M was mentally 1 month old and confined to a wheelchair, ventilator and feeding tube. We we through every home nursing...

Mike A.

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Anna N.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Do It All

Hi I'm Anna, 30 yrs old, live in McHenry, mom of two girls age 5yrs and 2 yrs. Experience in formal daycares and in-home care. Have worked with highly sensitive infants, autistic and special needs children, and ages from 6 weeks-14 yrs old. I am CPR and first aid trained, certification is out of date though! I am available...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ana was very kind and enjoyable to be around with my daughter. She watched her for a date night and we were very pleased. "

Paige N.

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Antonina B.


McHenry, IL

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Accomplished Caregiver And Companion; Available Full Time, Wednesday - Sunday

I am an accomplished and compassionate caregiver with a strong history in healthcare delivery. I provided over 14 years of in-home service to a client with advanced stages of Multiple Sclerosis. I managed all aspects of her health and maintained a safe and secure environment. I'm experienced in working with paralyzed, cancer and...
Antonina can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, errands & more
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Shaina B.


Belvidere, IL

$21/hr10 yrs exp

My Passion Is Caring For Others!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 45 years of experience I can help with Home Care and Personal Care. I've worked with many families up to and including end of life care, stroke, dementia, and disability clients. I strive to make life easier and comfortable for those who are in my care. My strength exceeds my age, I can effortlessly lift clients to...
Shaina can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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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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Roxanne H.


Darien, WI

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

I have been working with kids as early as I can remember. I started working with teens and adults/seniors in my 20's. So whether it was in the nursery, with family and friends, working in schools, or through agencies or Care. com I have been involved in many different peoples lives and living arrangements. My skills include...
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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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Taylor A.


McHenry, IL

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Taylor and I am currently a paralegal looking to go back to full-time nannying. I am very interested in finding a job working with children of any age! I previously was a full-time nanny for a family of 3 children (ages 3, 6 and 9). I was also a frequent sitter for a newborn. I coached a cheer squad for 2nd and...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Harvard, IL

Valerie R.

5.0

Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came through 100% and the kids love her. She stepped in and took grandma's place without skipping a beat. We are very lucky to have her in our lives.

- Alyce L.

Mary Jo N.

5.0

Mary Jo was a wonderful babysitter for our little 11 month old girl. She arrived early and was super flexible as we were staying in a hotel room so there were some logistics to figure out. She took my daughter to a nearby playground and sent lots of cute pictures! She also put her to bed and shared...

- Ria S.

Karen R.

5.0

Karen is very nice and has a vast range of experience in a variety of areas. She babysat our 2 1/2 year old boy for a week during the day when we were in the Lake Geneva area. She was very good at taking our toddler to fun activities such as the playground, sandbox and local library. Very...

- Ian G.

Norma M.

5.0

Norma is knowledgeable, compassionate, reliable and was right there to support our family when we needed help. I felt confident to leave my two boys, one of which is on the spectrum, in her care and would not hesitate to do so again.

- Barbara Z.

Sophia D.

5.0

Our kids love going to Sophia’s house. She helped when my son was getting potty trained (he did better at her house than mine) He is now a proudly potty trained little man. My daughter loves when she gets to go to Sophia’s always talks about how fun it is.

- Care member

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