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Angelica G.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$10-15/hr

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Non-smoker. Owns reliable means of transportation. Fluent in Spanish, knowledgeable in French, and learning Italian. College student currently going for an Associate's in Science at a two-year school and then Bachelor's in Math and Computer Science at four-year institution. Excellent with English schoolwork. Loves animals...
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Heather V.


Melrose Park, IL

$25-31/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available Full/Part-Time

3.9

(9)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have been a professional nanny for 26 wonderful years. I also have been an Assistant Teacher and a nanny for special needs children. I believe that all children are special and true gifts. I have a lot of fun and creative ideas for art projects, games and playtime. I have alot of experience helping with potty training. I am...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Heather joined our family when our sweet little boy was only four months old. She quickly bonded with our son and cared for him as her own. When Heather came into our home, it was a very vulnerable time as Mom was going back to work full-time. Heather made both...

Greg Z.

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Cassie S.


Oak Park, IL

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/Tutor

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: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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.

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Cori F.


Darien, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 18 years. I now work as an assistant at the Elementary level K-2 grades. I am a certified CNA, Phlebotomists, EKG technician. I have provided home health care for 15 years.
5.0
"She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done. "

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Cori F.


Darien, IL

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs at risk children for 19 years. I now currently am an educational assistant in an elementary PreK-2nd grade building for 6 years. I enjoy helping children and love to see them enjoy learning. I also have current certification for CNA, phlebotomy, EKG technician and have provided home health care...
Cori can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cori has a love for kids and keeps their best interest at the heart of everything she does. She respects kid's individual needs and works with them to be their best. Cori has lots of experience with children and strives to make a meaningful connection with them....

Carrie F.

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Miriam T.


Melrose Park, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Nanny

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, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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.

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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

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: Personal care, companionship, mobility assistance, hospice services, dementia
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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: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
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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:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have some experience with special needs through my high school and church, Teens and Pre-K. I completely understand that each case is individualized, I'd be happy to get to know how I can support and accommodate them best!
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Danielle T.


Lombard, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started Child development during my second year or high school. In which I would create weekly lesson plans. Summer break of my junior year I was in a summer program where I would go to Rush Hospital and learn about asthma, breast cancer, and other medical conditions. Go back to boys and girls club and teach younger children...
Crystal can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hinsdale, IL

Heather V.

4.0

Heather has a calm energy that was great in our house with 2 under 2. She was flexible with coming in early when needed. Only worked with her for a few months because she moved out of state.

- Jenna S.

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.

Cori F.

5.0

She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done.

- Care member

Cori F.

5.0

Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families.

- Renee K.

Miriam T.

5.0

Miriam did great watching our 1 year old daughter. She can be a little shy and before I left she was already comfortable with her. Miriam was great.

- Erik W.

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