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Jasmine M.


South Holland, IL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Jasmine M.

5.0

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I love children. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy working with them very much. I have been and am...
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"My daughter loved her. Jasmine responded quick & answered every question I had. She also sent pictures, when asked with no problem. Will be hiring again ."

Edriana D.

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Madison M.


Chicago, IL

$17-30/hr3 yrs exp

Charitable Nanny Of 2+ Years!

Hello Everyone, My name is Madison and I am currently a dual-degree candidate. I've been a full-time nanny as well as a travel (summer) nanny for the past 3 years working with two amazing families. I've worked with little ones from the ages of 8mo-11y/o and have obtained experience working with multiples and children with...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Absolutely loved having Madison look after my two girls. Since being our nanny, she has been apart of our family and cannot express to you enough about how grateful my husband and I are with her flexibility and willingness to go the extra mile for our girls."

Kimberly H.

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Kimberly J.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

This Is My Passion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...
Kimberly can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Ms. Kim is a woman who's heart is as big as her smile. She serves with a level of warmth and accuracy that is rare in the field of care these days. I have observed this woman providing care to babies, children, adults and the elderly. I especially loved how she...

Angelia A.

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Kimberly R.


Thornton, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kimberly watched my son as a nanny/babysitter for years. She is reliable and takes her job very seriously. This is just not a 'job' to her, this is a career to her. Highly recommend her services. She is awesome with children of all ages!"

Mike M.

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Sarah W.


Tinley Park, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, Families

Hi, families my name is Sarah and I have been caring for children since I was young. I have cared for infants-teenagers and also children with special needs. I am able to change diapers, naptime, light household tasks, run errands, read books, arts and crafts, go on walks, play at the park and help keep your children safe and...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

I've enjoyed working with kids for years now! I've been regularly babysitting for my cousins kids since I was 15 and have had the privilege of being a teacher in the special needs department at my church. I consider myself to loving, patient & caring with kids, which gets me to have a good sister like bond with kids. I...
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Loretta J.


Thornton, IL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Making Life Easier And Stress Free

Hi I'm Loretta, I am 64 I have been taking care of elders and adults with special needs for over 40 years. My hope is that I can make your life a little easier and stress free with my help. My experience is extensive. I can help with getting ready for the day, light cleaning and laundry, cooking, feeding, bathing,...
Loretta can also help with: Errands, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning & more
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Dianne H.


Worth, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider

I have extensive experience in childcare. In addition to having 5 children of my own. I worked with special needs children at a Junior High. I was caregiver for years to a friend with 2 children, one of whom is autistic. I currently nanny for a family with 2 children; ages 4 and 6.
Dianne can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Agnieszka H.


Chicago, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Health Care Provider Available For Child Care

My name is Agnes and I am a Licensed Paramedic. I have over 15 years of child care experience, caring for children of all ages, multiples, as well as special needs children. I am bilingual-Polish speaking. I am pet-friendly and able to do some light housework as well as laundry. I have my own, reliable car.
Agnieszka can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth of children, and childcare has been my calling for the past five years. My creative and friendly nature allows me to connect with children effortlessly. I keep parents updated about their child's day through written daily reports and verbal communication during pickup. While...
Miracle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Maria S.


Tinley Park, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Vailable For Companionship, House Keeping And Meal Preparation

I'm a very patient, honest with a great personality. I have many years or experience on housekeeping and caring for senior and kids include special need Childrens.
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Damara H.


Chicago, IL

$17-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver with 10 +years of experience . I've cared for individuals in their private home and assisted living environments. I'm Recognized for ability to monitor and provide emotional and physical support to Clients .
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Emma M.


Tinley Park, IL

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I found my passion in working with the special needs population when I was 17 years old. Since then, I have worked with many abilities and ages in a variety of settings-everything from school, home, and recreation. I have experience working with autism and down syndrome individuals as well. I have spent a lot of time...
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Kaycee P.


Worth, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I am currently a teachers aide at a special needs school working with 2nd graders. This is my 3rd year working at a school with special needs kids.
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Kaileigh L.


Oak Lawn, IL

$22-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hi! I am a 23-year-old woman graduating with my BA in psychology from The Ohio State University in the beginning of May. I have experience babysitting and nannying with Chicagoland families since I was 13! I am comfortable with any ages, pets, children with special needs, running errands, and housework. Looking forward to...
Kaileigh can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Jazmin F.


Oak Forest, IL

$20-32/hr1 yrs exp

I'm a mom to the friendliest 2-year-old she'll be 3 in may, I used to babysit my nephew while my cousin worked (1yo) and I used to baby sit my youngest sister and in charge of taking her to school and making sure she was always behaving (behavioral issues and special needs 16yo) I'm not a smoker, not sure why it says it I'm...
Jazmin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
I have worked in child care for about 3 years now. I'm very passionate about working with children. I have worked with mostly every age group. I'm bilingual. I'm very passionate about encouraging children to develop socially, emotionally and intellectually.
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Chukwuma C.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Chukwuma. I live in Chicago, IL. I have a Bsc degree in Anatomy & currently in medical school. Right now I'm on break indefinitely so as to sort out my finances before continuing. My experience doing caregiving dates way back to high school. I would care for my grandfather until he passed & my grandmother...
Chukwuma can also help with: Dementia, companionship, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services & more
I have both professional and personal experience working with those with special needs. My brother has down syndrome and autism. I also worked as an ABA therapist for 2 years, and currently work with adults with both developmental and intellectual disabilities.
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Faith G.


Midlothian, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Fun, Experienced Special Needs Childcare provider

I have 8 years teaching experience as a Special Education teacher in California; I am familiar with IEP's, behavior management, communication devices as well as medical procedures such as G Tubes, urinary catheters, diabetes and seizure protocols. I have great references available upon request! I am returning to grad school to...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Harvey, IL

Jasmine M.

5.0

Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is great with him as well. Definitely recommend.

- Catearina C.

Madison M.

5.0

Absolutely loved having Madison look after my two girls. Since being our nanny, she has been apart of our family and cannot express to you enough about how grateful my husband and I are with her flexibility and willingness to go the extra mile for our girls.

- Kimberly H.

Kimberly J.

5.0

She's an angel. Caring and kind.

- Jasmine W.

Kimberly R.

5.0

Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family. We miss her terribly and would hire her again if she moved back to sunny Arizona!

- Andrea G.

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