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5.0
(1)
Actively looking for a part-time nanny or tutor position. Establishing trust with whomever is watching your child is key and very important to me. I've created such wonderful relationships with all the families I've worked with. I have experience with toddlers up to teens. I also have my Bachelors in English and Psychology. I...
Cassie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"If you communicate your expectations, Cassie will follow up and meet them. She is currently a nanny for our family in the afternoon. We like her. "
Paul M.
4.5
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Athena! I'm an experienced preschool teacher passionate about art, music, and outdoor education. I'm seeking nanny opportunities in Chicago for this summer and beyond. I have a degree in developmental psychology, with experience as an infant nanny as well as caring for kids with autism and special needs. My focus is...
Athena can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Athena did a great job sitting for our pooch for two days. We were very satisfied with the help she provided. She even watered some plants for us without being asked. We would definitely hire her again! "
Sandy G.
5.0
(10)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I am 31 years old, a friendly, adventurous, helpful, imaginative, dependable, and energetic person. I have experience with an infant - 13 years old. I volunteered as a teaching assistant at the Kindergarten for 3 months. I was a teacher for middle school for one year in Thailand before I moved to the U. S. I was a...
Kamonchanok can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is great with the kids (she loves them and they love her) and she is a great cook. She is also very flexible (we have had rigid nannies before) and did everything asked of her."
George S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a certified teacher with 12 years of experience and a passion for making a positive impact on children's lives, I believe my creative and friendly nature makes me an exceptional childcare provider. I value open communication with parents, providing regular updates and following their preferred methods of communication.
My...
Jameson can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jamie has been wonderful with our infant and with our dogs! She has really been a life saver and our little one really seems to like her! I am very sad she is going back to school as she is just wonderful for our family"
Stephanie S.
Danielle C.
Forest Park, IL
$30/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I am a mother and a wife who is looking for extra hours working for a family in need. I have almost 18 years experience working with a wide variety of different disabilities and ages. My last job I currently had was working at autism home support doing behavior therapy. In the past I have also working with a family and a girl...
5.0
(1)
Hi! I love working with children who are eager to play and learn. I have worked with children my whole life. I have raised two very responsible, healthy young adults.
I have taught all levels and have worked with special needs children.
I have a fun, nurturing character. I am firm but loving and I think kids are amazing.
I...
Claudia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Claudia treated our son as her own. She was always thinking of activities for them to do together. He loved her and would ask for her even on days she wasn't scheduled to come!"
Meret B.
5.0
(1)
I have been working with seniors for the past 10 year, duties and responsibilities include bathing, companionship, light house keeping, meal preparations, outing with the clients. PERSONAL OBJECTIVE I have a strong commitment to serving the needs of individuals with special needs, especially adults and people with developmental...
Bisola can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Kathleen and I am a teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing. After graduating with my Master's degree, I moved to Chicago and began teaching this past year. I have always had a passion for working with children and am looking to spend time this summer continuing to work with families. I have had numerous childcare...
Kathleen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kathleen is wonderful! She is very enthusiastic and engaging. Upon meeting me and my son she put us both at ease with her fun personality and child-rearing instincts. My one-year old son really likes her and was practically pushing me out the door on her 3rd...
Crystaldawn A.
Olivia K.
Chicago, IL
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Energetic Full Time Nanny Available To Start Immediately!
5.0
(3)
A Little bit about myself, I'm a kindhearted energetic childcare provider.
I've professionally cared for children of all ages including special needs. I have 5+ years on my belt in the Nanny/Childcare industry, along with my working towards my BA in early childhood education.
I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I strongly...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"She did an amazing job looking after my two children, and I would definitely use her again!"
Jonathan T.
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Angelina, I am an experienced baby sitter and animal lover. Having 5+ years experience with children I absolutely love what I do. I have experience taking care of children with specials needs. I live in a very family friendly neighborhood in Lincoln park and close to public transportation
Angelina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
5.0
"The most caring person I know and the best caregiver! She has something you can't teach that comes to her naturally. You won't regret hiring her! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am graduate em psychology and I have 2 years of experience taking care of children as an au pair, two boys who are currently 4 and 7 years old. But I also had experience working with children with special needs, from 2 to 14 years old, in a clinic in Brazil.
I am currently seeking a position as a full-time, long-term nanny.
I...
Marilia can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development. "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I have been a full-time nanny for about 15 years now. My experience is from premature babies to middle school-aged kids, also kids with special needs. I am very patient and a loving person. Love to be outdoors, doing activities, singing, reading and dancing with kids. I have my own car willing to use to transport kids...
Miriam can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Wife and I could tell she was a natural in the first few moments she met the kids. Our 1yo and 3yo boys loved her! Wife and I went on a date and felt very relaxed having Miriam watch over the boys. Thank you, Miriam!"
Jonathan U.
Nicole G.
Evanston, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny Who Wants Your Children To Have Fun And Be Critical Thinkers
4.8
(12)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children all my life from family to friends and have been caring for them professionally for the last 10 years. I care for children of all ages, with and without special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified, Direct Service person certified, Paraprofessional certified (teachers aide), sign language, and...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nicole is currently employed in our home, serving as a household manager from 2-7PM daily. her responsibilities include keeping the house operational, driving the kids from school and babysitting. When we get home the kids (ages 2 and 5) are bathed, fed (Nicole...
Care member
Olga R.
Chicago, IL
$27-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs (ADD&ADHD). I am someone who loves the outdoors and believes that too much TV is never a good thing. Playing outside, playing games and encouraging children to use their...
Olga can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Olga was our nanny from when my son was 6 months old to 2.5 years old and the only reason we parted ways was because he went to preschool. She is a FANTASTIC teacher and caregiver. He learned all his colors and numbers and letters from her and she was always...
Care member
5.0
(3)
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:
CPR
First Aid
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 &...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a professional child caregiver for over 12 yrs, having worked with 6 families.
I've been caring for kids since I was a teenager & I've always considered it a passion. Although I spent the majority of my earlier career in corporate marketing, I feel I've found my true calling in protecting, teaching & nurturing young...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Susan felt like a part of the family. She was extremely caring and attentive to our first little girl, who Susan started nannying for when she was four months. She always made sure she was happy and engaged. Susan was great at floor time, reading, and imaginary...
Becky K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Ana, a compassionate caregiver with over 12 years of experience babysitting and nannying. Your children's well-being is my top priority, and I bring a diverse skill set that includes caring for newborns, twins, children with special needs, and pets. I grew up with three younger siblings, and have always been the "mom...
Anastasia can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Anastasia was wonderful! We booked a last minute trip to Nashville and she worked with us. We hit traffic and accidents etc which delayed us but Anastasia understood and didn't seem to mind when I had to keep changing her arrival time. Our son liked her and...
Stephanie H.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
In my history of being a nanny and a Special Education Teacher Assistant, I have always treated the children in my care as an extension of my own family. I worked as a full time nanny from 2012 to 2020 for several families. In that time period, there was a brief pause to nannying while I cared for my elderly mother in my home...
Judith can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well."
Erica F.
Emma F.
Chicago, IL
$17-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I'm emma and I work full time in Chicago but I am looking for additional opportunities to work as a caregiver. I love working with kids, previously, I have nannied for families with children with special needs. Alongside that I worked in special education as a teachers aide as I finished undergrad. I am interested in doing...
Emma can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Emma has been amazing. My children enjoy spending time with her. She does her best to be flexible with our crazy schedules. Very happy to have her helping our family!"
Lori L.
Amy D.
Melrose Park, IL
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a certified Preschool teacher and have hours in training and certification for assisting children with special needs ranging from autism to physically disabled. I enjoy story time, puzzles, drama and arts and crafts. I am flexible and reliable. Hope that I can be a great fit you and your family.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Harwood Heights, IL
Cassie S.
5.0
If you communicate your expectations, Cassie will follow up and meet them. She is currently a nanny for our family in the afternoon. We like her.
- Paul M.
Athena G.
4.0
Athena babysat my 7-year old daughter and she raved about how interactive she was during the stay. She was punctual and communicated throughout the night on how things were going, which put me at ease with this being her first time watching her. I would use her again. Athena was great and...
- See'trail M.
Kamonchanok P.
5.0
She is a lovely person. Full of energy and active. The kids have a good and fun time with her
- Thunya P.
Jameson K.
5.0
Jamie has been wonderful with our infant and with our dogs! She has really been a life saver and our little one really seems to like her! I am very sad she is going back to school as she is just wonderful for our family
- Stephanie S.
Claudia M.
5.0
Claudia treated our son as her own. She was always thinking of activities for them to do together. He loved her and would ask for her even on days she wasn't scheduled to come!
- Meret B.
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