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Danielle C.


Forest Park, IL

$30/hr6 yrs exp

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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...
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Verlisa B.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr

I Have 5 Years Of Experience With Children With With Special Needs.

My Child Care Provider responsibilities included overseeing the basic schedule of special needs children, conducting activities, and supporting other staff members as needed.
Verlisa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

I am a practicing registered nurse with 2. 5 years of experience. I enjoy spending time and assisting those with special needs. I am CPR certified and vaccinated against the Flu and COVID.
Julia can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Vanessa B.


Darien, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

My passion is helping and taking care or people (children and adults). I enjoy putting a smile on someone's face. I am friendly, efficient, organized, and responsible. I have volunteered at senior centers in the past. I have worked with special needs children and handicap individuals.
Vanessa can also help with: Personal care, respite care
Hello! I have been working with adults and seniors with Special Needs in some capacity ever since I graduated college in 2013. I started out working hands on with multiple individuals in their home and assisting with different ADL tasks including toileting, dressing, medication administration, and meal preparation/feeding. I...
Samantha can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Brianna C.


Oak Brook, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Memory Maker Smile Creator

I'm a dedicated full-time student pursuing a career in paramedics while working towards a degree in neonatal nursing. With 3 years of experience as a recreational aid leader for individuals with special needs at Ray Graham Association, I've developed a strong passion for working with disabled individuals. Outside of academics, I...
Brianna can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Justyna L.


La Grange, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Nanny

Hello:) My name is Justyna and I love children. For the past 20 years I have been working as a regular babysitter, household manager as well as a special needs nanny. I'm very punctual, responsible, easy going person with great communication skills.
Justyna can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Amanda T.


Oak Lawn, IL

$15-18/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced & Educated With Flexible/PT Hours

Hi, I'm Amanda! I'm 27 years old with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Social Work. My previous work experience has included providing social-emotional activities with children and teens in the school setting. I also have worked with infants and children with special needs. I love working with kids of...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance
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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Martha S.


Lemont, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I'd describe my personality as passionate, courageous, adaptable, hardworking I like caring for people with special needs because caregiving cultivates gratitude, it creates a beautiful and unique bond, I have the opportunity to learn new things I'm looking for a job that offers flexibility in hours I started caring for...
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Eva R.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Eva and I'm a junior at the University of Iowa, but will be home for the summer in Downers Grove, IL. I'm looking for a full-time nanny or babysitting job nearby. I'm caring, reliable, and energetic, with years of childcare experience-I've been babysitting for families since middle school. I'm happy to help...
Eva can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Rebecca H.


Westmont, IL

$15-25/hr

Caring, Structured And Fun!

I've been a teacher in my own classroom for four years... and it's time for a change! I love what I do, but I also know that there are so many other ways I can make a difference in the world. Working with people with special needs is to serve one of the most vulnerable people in our world. I want to be a part of their care and...
Experience as a daycare teacher for children from two months to 2 years old. Early education courses and all those necessary to obtain a CDA . Currently working with newborn twins and with a person with special needs. Associate degree in special education . Verifiable personal references Native language Spanish, intermediate...
Yelitza can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Grania M.


Oak Lawn, IL

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Grania! I'm a Chicago-based actor looking to provide childcare as another source of income. I am the second oldest of six kids, and began helping watch my siblings starting at a very young age. I officially started babysitting in the neighborhood around 13 years old. I recently spent 9 months as a performer/counseled at...
I help with dressing, motivation, mobility assistants, oral hygiene, brushing, hair care, medicine reminder, bathing, toileting, light housekeeping, meal preparation, light cooking, and willing to learn more.
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Carolyn K.


La Grange Park, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a past stay at home mom with now grown children (a girl and boy each) and am excited to work again. Though I'm a registered nurse with past pediatric, elderly, and special needs experience, I prefer to work with children and love helping parents out. I'm great with kids of all ages and adapt well to desired parenting styles....
Carolyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Amanda R.


Westmont, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

1.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I'm a mom 4 kiddos ranging from jr high to preschool. My passion is and always has been helping people of all abilities. I have been with the same family for over 10 yrs helping their non verbal son that has autism. Lucky for him he found a day school that his family loves, which now leaves me with some availability.
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Yulissa M.


Alsip, IL

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hello there, My name is Yulissa and I'm 27 years old. I have been caring for children and senior adults for almost 8 years now. I'm always willing to learn and full of energy. My friends describe me as caring, loving and hardworker. I'm currently in nursing school and will graduate in November 2024. Although it was being a...

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