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Julia C.


Western Springs, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

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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: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, transportation
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Virginija S.


Willowbrook, IL

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! . I have a lot of experience with special needs kids for the last 20 years.
Virginija can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Selena M.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

About Me:

I am a 21-year-old graduate student at Saint Louis University in PT school. I have 4 years of nannying and babysitting experience with toddlers and children with special needs!
Selena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Laurie B.


Westchester, IL

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Laurie

I love making connections with patients and their families. My experience ranges from medication administration to more complex tasks such as wound and ostomy care. However what I found the most rewarding in my career was assisting with tasks that while viewed as simple, make the biggest difference in someone's day... helping...
Laurie can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, respite care, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

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Dana V.


Willowbrook, IL

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'm A Paraprofessional Who Works With Special Need Kiddos In Need Of A Summer Job.

I'd describe my personality as fun, nurturing, caring I like working with kids because I love kids.
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Irma F.


Addison, IL

$26/hr1 yrs exp

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 to socialize and care for others.
Irma can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Colleen M.


Chicago, IL

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter

I am fun, energetic, and caring. In my years of babysitting I have cared for all types of children from very shy to extremely high energy kids. I have also cared for children with special needs specifically Autism. I am a gentle soul who wants to help your family feel at ease knowing their kids are well taken care of before or...
Colleen can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Barbara J.


Chicago, IL

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

We Have To Respect Elderly People.

A dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in providing care for individuals with special needs. Experienced in assisting those with dementia and stroke patients. Proficient in both Polish and English. **Professional Experience:** *Caregiver (Lake in the Hills, IL). Dates: 2/2021-8/2023. - Offered...
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, dementia, errands
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Kathleen K.


Addison, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I was currently employed as a paraprofessional and have been doing this for 17 years. I worked with special needs children and love my work. The children bring me so much joy and although it can sometimes be exhausting, I cannot imagine doing anything else. Before that I worked at a preschool (5 years). Previous to that I was a...
Kathleen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I am a psychology major at Dominican University with a passion for working with children of all ages. My interest in child care was sparked by learning about the significant positive impact that attentive and compassionate care can have on a child's development and well-being. As someone beginning my career in psychology and...
Angelica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
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Katie H.


Lombard, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I like working with kids because kids are the best, plain and simple! I love watching kids learn and grow. No 2 days are ever the same when it comes to kids, and that keeps things interesting. I have over 20 years of experience as I started working with kids when I was a teenager. I have experience with newborns all the...
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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
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Bianca L.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is bianca I am 21 years old. My patient, gentle and calm demeanor, coupled with my creative and imaginative nature, allows me to engage children in various activities that foster their learning and growth. I believe in open and honest communication with parents, providing regular updates on your child's day and...
Bianca can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Growing up my grandmother worked children with special needs. As I got older I knew that's what I wanted to do as well. I received my BA in Disabilities Studies from Aurora University. I was able to get a lot of hands on experience from varies field assignments. While in school I worked as a program assistant at a recreational...
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Alia T.


Berwyn, IL

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have spent the last 7 years working with all different ages of children. I currently work at a local preschool. I also have worked with children who need extra assistance and who are special needs. I love seeing children learn and grow. Being hands on and teaching them through play is one of my mottos. Having a routine and...
Alia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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Eva C.


Bensenville, IL

$19/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Prefer

I have lot of experience with children from newborn- 11 years old, twins, special needs kids,. I worked as a professional child giver 7 years , and I have my own 2 kids 5, 7(special need).
Eva can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Sadie G.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Seeking Summer Nanny Position

Hello! My name is Sadie, and I am a 29-year-old special education teacher (deaf/hard of hearing specialty) for Chicago Public Schools. I am currently completing my 4th year of teaching, and I am interested in providing childcare and/or tutoring services throughout the summer. I am fluent in American Sign Language and have high...
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Deborah S.


Berwyn, IL

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Special Needs Caregiver

I am a mother of 5 children and 2 of my children were born with ADHD and learning disorders. I always fought for my children's well being and always told the schools to challenge them, and not to treat them any differently. They only need a little more attention. Also, I have other children in family with similar needs, so I'm...

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