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Taylor K.


Geneva, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently an Early Childhood Special Education teacher who has worked with both typically developing children and children with additional needs including autism, social communication disorder, down syndrome, speech delays, developmental delays and OHI.
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Lara B.


Aurora, IL

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Present And Attentive Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom to 4 adult daughters. My youngest was born with Spina Bifida and is a paraplegic. I have 10 years caring for several families w/ twins (as early as 3 weeks) and a set of quads (6 weeks and premature) and 3 singletons. I have considerable experience w/ newborns multiples, toddlers, & children with special needs. I can...
Lara can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Lara is still part of our family even though she hasn't watched our kids in years. She loved and cared for my children like they were her own. We had twin babies and a 3 year old when she started with and was always loving, thoughtful, and kind with the children....

Robin H.

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Julie S.


Yorkville, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Morning Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a registered behavior technician and I love working with young children that have ASD. I also enjoy working with families that have other special needs children.
5.0
"Julie is amazing with both of my children but especially wonderful with my son with Autism. He just loves her, we all do! She is very patient with him and one of the kindest people I have ever met! We are very lucky to have Julie as a part of our lives!!"

Rhonda H.

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Chelsea B.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-time Provider Available

HI, My name is Chelsea. I am 24 years of age and a graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago. I am currently a stay at home mom but my ultimate passion is working with children. For as long as I remember I have loved working with kids of all ages. At a young age I began babysitting for family and friends of family as...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Chelsea is a really out going person and willing to get the job done but correctly. She have an upbeat personality. "

Patrick F.

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Gloria G.


Aurora, IL

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Raised 5 children of my own. plus an additional 15 years experience with child care from new born to young adults, as well as special needs with 6 years experience. Grandma of 10
Gloria can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alecia N.


Geneva, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

20 Years Special Education Experience Currently

I enjoy working with newborn to elderly people and specialize with special needs as I have worked for School Dist. 20 years special education . It is fulfilling to watch them thrive and grow. It makes me smile to see them, make the smallest accomplishments, even when having a bad day, they seem to always put a smile on my face.
Alecia can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

I started volunteering for children with autism around 2010. I did childcare for the Autism Conference in Chicago for three years. I've also worked as an aide in various special education schools and as an ABA therapist for Easterseals. I plan on continuing my education in the near future and staying in this field. I currently...
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Jodi D.


Sycamore, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care/Mother's Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 50-year-old female available to care for your children. Children are one of the greatest joys in life! I have experience watching children ages 1 months to 12 years, as well as those with special needs. We love to play games, go on outings, watch movies, read books and do crafts. I have experience in child care, household...
Jodi can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hello! Just moved to dekalb pursuing my bachelors degree in Early Education. I just graduated from Cincinnati State College with my associates degree in Early Education. I have experience with children of all ages up to 12. I have worked in before and aftercare programs, early education childcare centers, and summer camps for...
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Christine G.


Aurora, IL

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Patient Caregiver Available For Hire ASAP.

Hi! My name is Christine and I am looking to work for a special-needs/caregiver position. I have always been passionate about taking care of people. This is what I was put on Earth to do. I have four (adult) children of my own. I have many years of experience working with special-needs individuals. I am very down-to-earth and...
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Kara S.


Oswego, IL

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Extremely personable , professional and dependable care for your loved one . Mother of three grown children with experience with seniors , special needs as well as dementia care .
Kara can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, companionship, dementia, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had many jobs working with children from babysitting as a teenager and nannying, to daycare and working in elementary schools. I have had experience within special ed and have had experience with babies and multiples. I enjoy the innocence that children have and love to see them get excited when they discover something...
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Hailey B.


Geneva, IL

$20-35/hr6 yrs exp

Speech Therapist And Caregiver

Hi there! I am a speech language pathologist with over 6 years of experience. I am currently licensed in the state of Texas.
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Sophia M.


Yorkville, IL

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as caring, fun and energetic! I like working with kids because I like when I can make a difference in there lives each day and help them grow anyway I can. I'm looking for a job that helps me grow and have a strong relationship with the kid/kids. I started working with kids when I was younger...
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Alexandria L.


Oswego, IL

$17-31/hr9 yrs exp

I have 8 years of experience working with Children. I first started off this career at Chapelstreet Church as a volunteer. I am currently working with a daycare as one of the lead teachers in the pre toddler classroom. Over the last 8 years there I have worked with infants, toddlers, preschool, grade school, and special needs....
Alexandria can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Hector R.


Oswego, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Hector, I Been A Caregiver For 5 Years Have A Daughter With Special Need I Live In Oswego IL

I'd describe my personality as funny humble friendly kind and respectful and a good sence of humor I like caring for seniors because they go through life trying to understand why they get confused, sometime you have to sit back and understand there feelings and emotions and let them know that they are not alone: I'm looking...
Hector can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
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Lisa E.


Sugar Grove, IL

$15-28/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Private In Home Caregiver

Hello! I am an experienced caregiver, both personally and professionally. I actually owned and operated a home care business however I prefer to build the trust and relationship that comes with providing 1:1 care. I prefer to work with children or young adults with special needs, however I have a wide variety of experience...
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Amy F.


Saint Charles, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Mary Poppins

My love for children has been a trait I have possessed since my early childhood. I have always been obsessed with babies, and as an adult, my friends have often referred to me as a baby-whisperer. I began babysitting when I was 15 years old, and have been entrusted with children ever since. I have experience with newborns,...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Lori W.


Saint Charles, IL

$20-40/hr5 yrs exp

Caring, Educated Woman To Lend A Hand With Your Loved Ones

I am a college-educated mom in my mid-50s. I have a nearly empty nest after raising my two children and am looking to earn some extra income. I have experience caring for children of all ages, senior citizens and people with special needs. Having a special needs brother taught me patience, caring and sensitivity early in my...
Lori can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning
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Olivia H.


Batavia, IL

$17-21/hr2 yrs exp

I have always felt a strong connection with kids. They are creative, fun-loving, energetic! As someone who grew up with ADHD, I am passionate about being understanding and patient and tailoring my approach to the child's individual needs. I started working in childcare during college for a website called sitting Made Simple in...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hinckley, IL

Lara B.

5.0

Lara is our life saver. She is our part time nanny who started with us when my twins were 3 weeks old and has been with us for the last year. She comes with years of multiples experience and is great with children, especially newborns. She is punctual, willing to stay later if needed and always...

- Stephanie G.

Julie S.

5.0

Julie is amazing with both of my children but especially wonderful with my son with Autism. He just loves her, we all do! She is very patient with him and one of the kindest people I have ever met! We are very lucky to have Julie as a part of our lives!!

- Rhonda H.

Chelsea B.

5.0

Chelsea has always been a very responsible person. From a very early age she has exhibited leadership qualities whether it be with her friends, relatives or peers at church. She always takes the initiative when it comes to goals and responsibilities. From a very young age Chelsea has shown an...

- Stephanie B.

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