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Yasmin G.


Chicago Heights, IL

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

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I have worked in child care for about 3 years now. I'm very passionate about working with children. I have worked with mostly every age group. I'm bilingual. I'm very passionate about encouraging children to develop socially, emotionally and intellectually.
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Debra T.


Midlothian, IL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional In Special Needs Individuals, Elderly, Children. Positive, Energetic, Clean

Have excellent training, licensed, background checked, and years of experience. Have training in physical therapy, chocking, CPR, emergency First Aid. Great references. I am reliable, cheerful, Christian values, and enjoy helping others. Also experience with disabled. Call me if you or your family need the best of care ! Thank...
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Melissa R.


Crete, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/babysitter

Hello my name is Melissa. I'm 32 years old with 15+ years of experience, newborn-16. I am very comfortable with all the experiences which come with taking care of children, including special needs. I have spent several years working in Childcare with 3 families in particular long term. I realized once I had my own kids, the...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I've enjoyed working with kids for years now! I've been regularly babysitting for my cousins kids since I was 15 and have had the privilege of being a teacher in the special needs department at my church. I consider myself to loving, patient & caring with kids, which gets me to have a good sister like bond with kids. I...
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Yasmeen F.


Highland, IN

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter & Smile Creator

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Yasmeen I'm a full time nanny with 7 years experience working with children ages 8 months to school age. I worked in ABA for 4 years as an RBT, 2 years in a classroom with kindergarten & 1st graders & this past year as a full time nanny with children ages 8 months to 7 years old. I've taken several classes in early...
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Leola B.


Gary, IN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

I've worked with adults and children with trachs, Down Syndrome and wheelchair bound. I have also made sure they took their meds on time. I've cooked and cleaned their homes. I've read to them if they wanted. I took them out for walks or we would just sit outside and enjoy the weather.
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Briana R.


Country Club Hills, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Certified Assistant Teacher (Early Childhood/SPED)

Hello, my name is Briana and I am a certified teacher with four years of experience with children and individuals with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, etc. I received my bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with an emphasis in family social services from Northern Illinois...
Briana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Danielle S.


Griffith, IN

$11-16/hr1 yrs exp

I am a graduate student looking for a flexible position to assist in child care, housekeeping, errands, etc. I have professional and personal experience working with children and children with special needs.
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have 7 years of experience. I am open to assisting with travel. I have experience with children with special needs. I am a registered behavioral therapist RBTIII
Hersheka can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have my bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation and Disabilities Counseling and I am currently getting my master's degree in Occupational Therapy to work with children with special needs. I worked at Daycare for a year working with a mixed of children ages 6months to 12years old, but mainly 3 years olds. As a future occupational...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver with five years of hands-on experience providing personalized support to individuals of all ages, including those with special needs. As a parent and caregiver within my own family, I bring a deep understanding of the importance of patience, empathy, and attentiveness in providing...
Mizanur can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep
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Lakeia P.


Crete, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
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Julie A.


Munster, IN

$21-35/hr10 yrs exp

Patient And Fun-loving Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
Julie can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Hi! My name is Breeana! I am 23 years old and currently working as an RBT working with special needs children. I am highly interested in working with people of all ages as I just love sharing my care and love for others. I would describe myself as outgoing, personable, and always ready for a challenge!
Breeana can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, live-in home care, dementia, meal prep & more
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Karen R.


Crete, IL

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part - Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am looking for someone that is in need of my assistance. I have experience helping all types of ages with different backgrounds. I have a reliable transportation and love pets! I am a very positive person, and I can take on several task at a time. I am easy to talk to and love doing crafty things.
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Sivana N.


Dolton, IL

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

I have strong communication skills and patience. I also have a creative mind and a passion for expanding the minds of children, I have superb organization skills and I would consider myself a people person. I have experience working with children in many different circumstances. Im currently an RBT I work with children with...
Sivana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth of children, and childcare has been my calling for the past five years. My creative and friendly nature allows me to connect with children effortlessly. I keep parents updated about their child's day through written daily reports and verbal communication during pickup. While...
Miracle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
Hi, I'm Aaliyah and I'm so excited to meet you! I'm currently attending Prairie State College to major in teaching for the kiddos. I am 20 years old I have been working with kids for a year now from ages two months to 7 years old I have experience with special needs. I am CPR certified. I'd describe my personality as funny,...
Hello! My name is Maggie and I have worked with kids for the last 15 years! My experience ranges from babysitting to working professionally with kids in a therapeutic setting. I also have experience working with special needs children, particularly children on the Autism spectrum. I work full time as a child and adolescent...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning

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