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Miriam T.


Melrose Park, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Nanny

5.0

(3)

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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:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Miriam was confident and enthusiastic about caring for our 3-year-old and 8-month-old for the evening. Our daughter's first question when she woke up the next morning was when she'd get to see Miriam again!"

Elizabeth T.

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Alexis S.


Berwyn, IL

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...
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Maureen M.


Oak Park, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient and Loving Mom available for ALL your Childcare Needs

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Available for respite care, weekend, overnights. I have been a licensed IL foster parent and have worked with 2 children that suffered from Fetal Alcohol syndrome and another who has ADHD as well as depression/anxiety. I have worked at an institution where I gained experience with immobile children, Batten disease, Charge...
4.0
"Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our training. And she provides daily needs for her as well and reading stories. Maureen has been helpful to me with clean up around...

Jennifer V.

Hi Family . I am a seniors care provider since 2008. I care for my mom when she became brain dead , 14 years I learn so munch from nurse that care for her too , I want to share what I have learned And also a nanny for over 10 years special needs . and infants toddlers to home school with them field trips home cook meals I've...
Rebecca can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, personal care, dementia, mobility assistance
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Isabella M.


Woodridge, IL

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Reliable, Fun, And Responsible Nanny/babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Are you looking for a responsible, reliable, and fun nanny or babysitter? That's me! My day job is working 1 on 1 with special needs children, and I have lots of nannying and babysitting experience.
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi! I'm a mother of 3, I have experience with special need kids. As I am a mother of a son with down syndrome! I'm very patient and loving. I am also very good at multitasking! I love socialize and care for others.
Irma can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
Hi- my name is Amelia. I am currently 20 years old and I am the oldest of 7 children. I love working with children of all ages! I have experience personal experience with special needs children, as well as working with them. I am also an assistant teacher at an elementary school working with grades K-5th. I've been babysitting...
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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, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Marni C.


Lisle, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an experienced nanny, household manager & babysitter of 6 years. I work well with children of all ages newborn-14 years. As well as experience with twins, newborns, and kids with special needs. On top of my nanny experience I have worked as an elementary school assistant teacher for 2 years, camp leader for kids with...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

I have 7+ years of experience being a caretaker for children of varying ages from 6 weeks to 13 years old. I've always had a passion for working with children and helping them explore and learn new things. I am available for date night and weekend care. I can provide my own transportation. I love to stay busy and am hands on and...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi! My name is Lilia . I am an 23-year-old girl with two years of babysitting and half a year of experience working with children that have special needs. I am currently taking college courses online for speech and hearing sciences!
Lilia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Amanda R.


Westmont, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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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Bethany N.


La Grange, IL

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I have one year of experience as a substitute teacher and paraprofessional in a 3rd/4th grade special education classroom. I look forward to connecting with you!
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Luisa T.


Berwyn, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

A Helping Hand

Hello, My name is Luisa. I am currently a Graduate student studying Occupational Therapy. I have previous experience care giving for an adult with a physical disability. My studies have allowed me to gain experience interacting with many individuals such as children with a variety of physical and cognitive conditions, adults...
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Diana B.


Lyons, IL

$15-26/hr4 yrs exp

Happy, Smiling And Fun Babysitter Looking For Job.

I'd describe my personality as dreamer, happy, easy outgoing person. I like working with kids because I love learning from them, I love helping them to discover what they like to do through activities and games, listening to them and sharing good moments with them. I'm a pretty active person so going to parks, running and...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Becca M.


Oak Park, IL

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have 3 little siblings and I've been helping out with them my whole life. Two of them are special needs, autism. I've babysat since I moved to Oak Park when I was 13 and I have a lot of experience with kids. I can help with school and any extra help needed.
Becca can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Emily M.


Westmont, IL

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Well Trained And Experienced Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Are you searching for a babysitter who offers much more than just watching over your little ones? Look no further! With over 5 years of experience, a background as a special education teacher, CPR and first aid certification, along with a CNA certificate, I bring a unique set of skills tailored to meet your family's needs. Not...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Diana C.


Bridgeview, IL

$24-26/hr7 yrs exp

Child Care

Hi there! My name is Diana, and I'm a dedicated and caring nanny with experience working with children of all ages, from infants and toddlers to school-age kids and teenagers. I'm also well-versed in supporting children with special needs, ensuring every child feels valued and understood. I believe in creating a nurturing, fun,...
Diana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

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Joan C.


Lyons, IL

$23-32/hr6 yrs exp

Loving/ Family Educator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings, I have experience w/ children since my early youth; I took childhood education during college, then switched majors to what I believed would prep me to serve families at a wider scale. After years in social services, I 'fell back' into education & family care, which I've been doing several years - ranging from...
Joan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Katara B.


Berwyn, IL

$18-30/hr7 yrs exp

Awesome Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Katara and I would love to become your full or part time nanny or babysitter. I have tons of experience with children of all ages as well as children with special needs with 7+ experience.. I am CPR & First aid certified, I do obtain a valid drivers license, an associate degree in early childhood, and up to date...
Katara can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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