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I have a 26-year-old son with Down syndrome. Has had 2 open heart surgeries. As an infant was NG tubed and on O2 and heart monitor. I am familiar with assistive tech devices, non verbal individuals with disabilities. I am a volunteer for Special Olympics. I am so prepared to take care of your son or daughter!
I have been part of a club where I do after school activities with children/ teenagers with special needs for two years, and occasionally spending time in the special needs room helping out the teachers during my study hall. I enjoy spending time with them and helping them learn more life skills.
I plan on attending Physician Assistant school in the future and have been working as a personal assistant to adults with physical disabilities for the past 2. 5 years. Specifically, I have worked with one individual with Cerebral palsy and two individuals with Spinal muscular atrophy.
I find this job to be incredibly...
Sarah N.
Lake Zurich, IL
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
I recently, retired from working at Clearbrook after 29 years. I worked with mentally and physically challenged adults 21 and older. I am currently, looking to fill my Mondays and Thursdays since I work with another family. I am mature, fun, easygoing, dependable, have lots of patience, you won't find me sitting on my phone at...
Grace C.
Lake Zurich, IL
$15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have been caring for children with special needs ever since my younger brother was born. He was diagnosed with autism at age 2 and ever since it has always been important to me to be able to work with people with special needs of any kind. I have been involved in special Olympics for 8 years and have worked with athletes with...
Sarah N.
Lake Zurich, IL
$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've worked at Clearbrook for the last 28 years and have decided to retire as of July 5 2023. I've worked in all capacities of Clearbrook working with mentally and physically challenged adults. I have also, worked with preschool aged kids and infants throughout the years as well. I do have a special needs sister who I feel has...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Grace C.
Lake Zurich, IL
$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I currently a fitness instructor at Life Time in LZ I am a very energetic, reliable, patient, and fun-loving person. I enjoy doing crafts, activities, and playing games with kids. I have had experience babysitting for children 3 weeks old to children who are 14 years of age and some children with special needs. I have...
Grace can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Sarah N.
Lake Zurich, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello My name is Sarah. I have recently, retired from working after 29 years. I have worked with special needs/senior adults in all capacities. I have decided now that I would like to work only part time with the elderly. I'm looking more for companion/assistant positions. I don't have the medical background so I'm not able to...
Sarah can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
Mia M.
Libertyville, IL
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I have been babysitting since I was in 6th grade. I have also worked in a daycare (specifically the infant room), worked at a special needs summer camp, and have taken many child education courses at college. I am a self designed major at Carthage, however I have completed 3 years worth of education classes. I love...
Mia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mia is amazing!! She is great with kids of all ages (mine are 3, 8, 11). She always finds fun activities for each kid. Mia is punctual, responsible, and reliable. The kids always have a great time with her and request her as a sitter. Mia is a joy and I...
Jess P.
Nicole P.
Island Lake, IL
$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Been Working With Children Of All Ages For More Then Ten Years
4.5
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I started babysitting when I was 10. I have taken care of children of all ages newborn-teenage. I have worked as a babysitter but mostly as a full time nanny/ house manager. I have experience with multiples as well as special needs. I am also CPR/first-aid certified. I do not have children of my own but do have a niece and a...
Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Nicole was phenomenal with my son. It is quite difficult to find a babysitter/nanny with such patients, understanding, and kindness. My child is Autistic, and nonverbal. He connected with her rather quickly. Nicole did great with keeping up with my sons routines....
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Lara. When I was younger, my first job was working in an elderly home, and I've always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to caring for my own mother in my past, I have been working for a senior care agency this year as well as people from care. com. I am certified in CPR, First aid, CPI (from my...
5.0
"She is thoughtful, considerate and concerning to our needs. She adapts well and it was such a pleasure finding someone who would work part time and doesn't have a long commute for a three hour job."
Kathleen C.
5.0
(21)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Sarah. I am looking for a full time nanny position with a loving family. I'm looking to utilize my 11 and a half years of child care experience and knowledge in growth development by providing good guidance and exceptional care as a professional live out nanny. I also have two and a half years experience with...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I have observed Sarah to be a wonderful caregiver. She is very organized and timely. She is a great communicator with both children and adults. Sarah is extremely caring, always thinking of others needs and their safety. Sarah is engaging, always looking for...
Melissa C.
Precent M.
Prospect Heights, IL
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Male caregiver with 9 years of paid Work experience, I love my work with a passion. Have worked with many families and have great references and reviews as well as very clean background. Please check out my reviews and contact me for excellent care for your loved ones, thanks again.
5.0
"Precent did a fabulous job with my special needs son! We miss him."
Kari H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have a lot of experience working with children! I have babysat many children and babies at once for years now and am very passionate about caring for them! I used to work for NWSRA last year which was working with special needs children. I also have tutored kids ages 6 and up! I have three brothers and over 30 first cousins...
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We hired Kylie for the summer to take care of our infant son, she was beyond amazing! She always cared for him as part of the family and was flexible with evolving needs and circumstances. She was compassionate, fun, and very active with our son and gave him a...
Nicole O.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
A compassionate caregiver (CNA) with a strong history in home health care. My expertise is genuinely caring for the seniors needing assist in everyday living . I am a quick learner, someone who is efficient and can multitask, a person who is reliable and dependable. My background experience consists of 13+ years of elderly care,...
5.0
"Priscilla is very professional and caring. We are so fortunate to have her taking care of our mom. "
Darleena W.
4.8
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello , my name is Lara and thank you for considering me for this position! My first job was at a senior care facility (in Arlington Hts.) and I have always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to personally caring for my own mother and others in the past, I have been professionally working as a senior caregiver for...
Larissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Wound Care
4.0
"Lara worked for my mother for about 4 months. She was dependable and worked hard to make my mother who suffers from dementia feel comfortable."
Scott K.
5.0
(1)
I have spent the past year or so working at a facility for the mentally and developmentally disabled, working as a Hab aide.
5.0
"Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across the care she provides to families! I'm blown away by her skills, her determination, and her attention to detail. If you hire...
Alexis A.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with all ages and a wide variety of special needs clients. I have 14 plus years of experience both professionally and personally. I have a BA degree and am certified in CPR, CPI, DSP and QRMP. I've done substitute teaching in IL and taken First Aid. I love this line of work and can honestly say that I love going to...
Cary W.
Vernon Hills, IL
$30/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! My name is Cary & I love working with children to create engaging experiences through an environment that fosters safety, creativity, curiosity, & kindsnes. I have incredibly strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality, maturity, a very high emotional intelligence, & an unmatched sense of integrity. Other...
Cary can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"- Cary is well loved and greatly appreciated at the Elementary School
From my observation at school. She has an incredible rapport with the staff and teachers as well as the students she was conferencing. The students always expressed how much they enjoyed their...
Maianh P.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly and special need patients. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, administering medication and keep patients as active is possible..
Lavinia can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
Licensed Nurse
4.0
"Lavinia was very caring with my Mom & she would fill me in with matters regarding her care. She would still be working with my parents if we hadn't decided to bring my parents to Florida where we live
I would be happy to talk to anyone who would like more...
Jan B.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lake Zurich, IL
Mia M.
5.0
Mia is amazing!! She is great with kids of all ages (mine are 3, 8, 11). She always finds fun activities for each kid. Mia is punctual, responsible, and reliable. The kids always have a great time with her and request her as a sitter. Mia is a joy and I sincerely recommend her.
- Jess P.
Nicole P.
5.0
Nicole has always been amazing with the kids and very helpful and accommodating! She’s been able to help us in a pinch and is so sweet!
- Care member
Larissa D.
5.0
Lara was kind, helpful, and showed great concern for me after my hysterectomy. she continues to check on my recovery even after the job was complete. hiring her was the best decision I have made. I would definitely hire her for any future medical needs I or my family would have. I would highly...
- Amaralys A.
Sarah S.
5.0
I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two children. She has done overnight stays with us as well. Sarah interacts with my children through various games, activities, outdoor play, and is fully aware of...
- Stephanie M.
Precent M.
5.0
Precent did a fabulous job with my special needs son! We miss him.
- Kari H.
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