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Carrie K.


Palatine, IL

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

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I work in a nursery at my church . I watch kids during church services. I also have baby sat for younger neighbors in my past. I am able to help with special needs if needed. I went to my moms work a few times and worked with them, also I was in best buddies in High School.
Carrie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

In my spare time, I like to run trivia as a volunteer at a nursing home, babysit, spend time with my dogs, do special Olympics, read, and be with my friends and family. One thing you should know about me is I love pets! Any type of animal, I would absolutely adore. My skills include empathy, compassion, and understanding. I...
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Alina Y.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time

Hello! Experienced nanny offering 9 years of experience caring for children from birth to school age, including special needs kids. A positive role model focused on the support and care of the child's development. Graduated from medical school in Ukraine with a paramedic degree where I learned how to stay calm and know how to...
Alina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Makila R.


Palatine, IL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hello, My name is Makila, and I am currently a sophomore in college. I am going to be studying nursing with the dreams of becoming a pediatric oncology nurse. I have been babysitting for almost 10years now, and I love kids. I'm certified in babysitting, CPR, special needs care, and I'm also a certified nursing assistant, so your...
Makila can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

Hello! I recently moved to Illinois from California and am looking to be a Nanny/Travel Nanny. I have 3 years of professional experience caring for children - outside of family and friends. I can also care for children with autism. I can help with light housekeeping, Travel, and Crafts.
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Jennifer M.


Wheeling, IL

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

I am an experienced mother who has cared for two special needs children. My daughter had cancer at 9. My son was speech and language delayed, LD, and has ADHD.
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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$20-30/hr4 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Destiny B.


Highland Park, IL

$30-50/hr6 yrs exp

Loving And Hardworking Caregiver & Helper

I was a live in care giver and life manager for a young adult with Down syndrome for 6 years. Previously I was a house manager for busy household with 2 homes to care and manage in the city and suburbs. Love to care for others and lighten the load on parents!
I am a special education teacher with 13 year of experience. I am calm and patient.
I have experience with emotional, mental, physical and medical special needs. I can take care of kids or adults. I have experience with epi pen, insulin, feeding tube, non-verbal, autism, wheel chairs, and hoyer.
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Jam T.


Glenview, IL

$14-50/hr

Compassionate Caregiver

My name is Jam a Filipino American caregiver who has a nursing background. Experience in taking good care of your special needs child. I am compassionate and willing to take care of your infant and family.
Ive always been interested in helping others in any way I can. Im working as a caregiver/companionship. I have experience assisting with medication, dressing, feeding and toileting and other needs. I am energetic, passionate and hard working.
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Linda P.


Arlington Heights, IL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Registered Nurse And Care Giver

I am a RN with a 40 year multi- faceted career to include pediatrics for 14 years with special needs children at Shriners hospital. My natural abilities to be a care giver are part of my daily life. I am also a very young at heart and active grandmother. I am looking for a part time position in the field of child care to...
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
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Agnieszka G.


Mount Prospect, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse For Your Needs

Hello. I used to be a nurse in my country, Poland and worked in the hospital for several years. I have experience(20 years)with many medical conditions and problems. Please, feel free to contact me, so we could discuss your situation. Thank you very much.
I'm a very active energetic person I have a medical assistant degree that I finished 4 years ago. Over the years I gained a lot of experience as a caregiver with elderly. Would love to help out with your special someone.
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.
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Taylor P.


Glencoe, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Looking For Some Extra Money!

Hi! My name is Taylor and I'm a student at University of Michigan (originally from Chicago) here for the summer :) I have an internship, but unfortunately due to the current pandemic, my hours/pay have been cut dramatically so I'm looking to make some extra money this summer. I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
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Sophia A.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$17-20/hr

Experienced And Patient Nanny

Hello, my name is Sophia and I have been babysitting/nannying for over 10 year! My mom is a special needs teacher in district 34, and I have years of experience going in to help with her students. Additionally, I was a part of a high school class that allowed me to work one-on-one with a teenager who had Down syndrome for one...
My name is Talia and I am the oldest of four kids! I am currently a senior at The University of Kansas! I have been a nanny since freshman year of high school in the Overland Park area for 3 children, while babysitting multiple families since well before then and throughout the years. I love kids and just hanging out and getting...
Talia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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