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Jessica H.


Palatine, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking To Put My Skills To Use!

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Hello! my name is Jessica. I have spent most of my adult life babysitting/ nannying. I love being around kids and watching them grow. I also have worked with children with sensory issues and physical disabilities. On top of that I have worked in the emergency room transporting people so I have experience with all age groups in...
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Doris A.


Schaumburg, IL

$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

work experience as a nanny with special need children around 10 years I love to work with kids I am very responsible, loving , patient, honest, respectful. I am mother of two beautiful boys also I work as rehab aide , nursing assistant, I graduated as nurse (LPN) in 2012 I have around 13 years of career experience working with...
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Wendy W.


Arlington Heights, IL

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Ready To Encourage!

Personable, deeply caring, fun. Background in hospital chaplaincy, retirement communities (Life Enrichment Specialist and reception), special needs' children, pets, international and stateside church work. Love making connections with people, comforting, and encouraging. In my spare time I love volunteering with prayer ministry,...
Wendy can also help with: Live-in home care, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

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Alexis F.


Barrington, IL

$18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Alexis F., Babysitter

Hello! My name is alexis f., I am 18 years old, and I have just graduated from Barrington high school. I plan to study elementary education, as well as political science. I would describe myself as kind, funny, and useful. I have been involved in various elementary educational classes since my freshman year of high school. I...
Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Hi! My names Samantha!! I'm 23 I'm located in palatine! I love to be a helping hand. I have twin brothers with special needs who I've helped take care of while my mother works full time. I enjoy hiking, art, animals. My dream job would a special needs therapist. I love problem solving I love pets I have a cat and 3 dogs! I'm a...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
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Shannon J.


Elgin, IL

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Child Care And Special Needs Care

I have been working with children my entire life and I love it. I am the 3rd child from a family with 10 kids. So, even when I was a small child I helped take care of my younger siblings. I am a graduate from Elgin Community College and Providence Baptist College where I studied education. I payed my way through both colleges...
Hello ! Been a caregiver for over 5 years. Not in specially with special needs but with my clients I have had clients with all different needs. Can always learn new things ! Caring, patient. Any questions please don't hesitate to ask! (:
Hello my name is Livvy and I am looking for a summer job!! I go to the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and I also play on the women's soccer team there! I love kids! I am VERY energetic, outgoing, fun, and I never stop moving! I am a soccer coach for special Olympics and I play on a unified soccer team called team USA ran...
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Debra R.


Wood Dale, IL

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have several years experience caring for children of all ages ranging from newborns to teens. I have routinely cared for healthy, ill and special needs children. I enjoy being actively involved with the children in age appropriate activities, such as puzzles, books and imaginary play. I concentrate on the children while they...
Debra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Shara N.


Schaumburg, IL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver/pet Sitter

I worked for an Association for 10 years and loved working with people that need a bit of extra help. I also have a Type 1 diabetic son who is on the spectrum and struggles with comprehension among other issues. I would love to connect with a family and fulfill my passion of helping others. I also have a love for cats, which I...
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Tuya T.


Schaumburg, IL

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

I have 6 years experience with live in caregiver and companion job. I love to help elder people: driving for appointments, make groceries, medicine remind, cook and light housekeeping...
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Nori C.


Palatine, IL

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Available Some Evenings And Some Weekends, Also Experienced With Special Needs

I am a mother of two grown children, a grandmother of a 20 yr old young lady . Who works part time as a school bus assistant and also a Zumba instructor. Love the spark of life children put in my days! Seems I am always surrounded by them. :) I have been working for District 15 for 26 years now while in between routes I teach...
Nori can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun Mother Of 2 Teens And Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With being a mother of 2 teens and a special needs teaching assistant, I have 15+ years of experience with childcare. I am positive, creative, kind, helpful, reliable, and a fun person to be around. It would be a pleasure to help with homework and zoom as I love to make learning fun! Also, I am flexible and can do light...
Larissa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Caroline M.


Wood Dale, IL

$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

I just graduated ISU with a degree in special education. I have 8 years of experience. That experience included being a nanny, inclusion companion, clinical hours for my college.
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Silvia L.


Roselle, IL

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have truly enjoyed working as a caregiver for seniors or special needs for around 8 years. I am a patient, empathetic, respectful person who values honesty and compassion. It is very important to me to do my best in my work.
Silvia can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Hannah V.


Mount Prospect, IL

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hannah

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with laundry, travel, and errands. I have a lot of experience with ages 3-15 and special needs children. CPR certified and RBT certified.
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Imelda P.


Streamwood, IL

$21/hr • 5 yrs exp

Sub License ,FilipinoTutor,

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support and Assistive Technology/AAC. I am sub-licensed in teaching. Working part-time in School at Lake Barrington. Looking for a part-time job/full-time for weekdays, Saturdays & Sundays. nights or daytime. I like to play and talk with kiddos as they...
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Hannah C.


Elgin, IL

$18/hr • 4 yrs exp

As a caring and experienced childcare provider with over six years of experience (nanny, babysitting, special needs/medically complex daycare, respite) I'm enthusiastic about nurturing young minds and supporting families. My passion for childcare stems from my previous roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi my name is Jen. I have bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. Lately, I have been working as a substitute teacher in Glendale Heights near where I live. As a substitute I have experience with working with kids with ADHD, anxiety, and Autism. I have had experience in the past with Cerebral Palsy as a swim instructor. I am...
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Carrie K.


Palatine, IL

$20-25/hr

Part Time Care Giver Available

The past 2 school years I have worked 1:1 with special education students at the junior high level. I have worked with some kids with a disability at a summer camp as well.

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