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Hannah O.


Aurora, IL

$20-21/hr8 yrs exp

I Love Working With All Children. Special Needs Or Not They All Have A Special Place In My Heart.

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My mom has ran a home daycare since I was 8 so I have been around children a ton. I have experience with kids ages 0-15. I have special needs experience and infant experience. I love doing arts and crafts with kids and playing games inside and outside. I am 100% flexible with needs such as transportation, grocery shopping, light...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Myla C.


Naperville, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Myla, I am currently a sophomore at Illinois State University. I am looking for a summer job and have very open availability from early May to middle of August. I am very open to babysit for any family! Most of my experience working with kids stems from my job as a kids team member at Lifetime. This has allowed me to...
Myla can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lisa M.


Naperville, IL

$50/hr20 yrs exp

Looking To Help Families Who Need A Helping Hand Or New Parents Wanting A Little Of A Break.

Hello! I am a mom of three grown kids in their 30s. I have experience with working with kids with special needs for over 10 years I worked with dupage county school district. I enjoy my spare tome being active in the gym and reading a good book. I'm looking forward to meeting families who need some extra help. I'd describe my...
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Emily B.


Downers Grove, IL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny Of Nearly 20 Years

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a career nanny who genuinely loves working inside the home. I love working with kids, developing a routine, and how each day can bring new sweet moments. I love being outdoors and staying active. I'm also a huge champion of reading at all ages! I have lots of experience working with kids with special needs too.
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Rebecca H.


Willowbrook, IL

$15-25/hr

Caring, Structured And Fun!

I've been a teacher in my own classroom for four years... and it's time for a change! I love what I do, but I also know that there are so many other ways I can make a difference in the world. Working with people with special needs is to serve one of the most vulnerable people in our world. I want to be a part of their care and...
Hello! I am a 22-year-old college student, home for the summer looking for a job. I have many years of babysitting since I was in high school, and I was a camp counselor for two summers at a two-week overnight girl's camp. I was also involved throughout high school, which are two excellent programs that provide assistance and...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Marcey M.


Naperville, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a nursing student with a social work background passionate about helping families. I have worked primarily with the special needs population and am comfortable caring for people of all ages. I have a 2-year-old nephew and 6-month-old niece who I have helped care for since they were born. My dream is to become a...
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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: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Jill L.


Villa Park, IL

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello! I am looking for recurring or one-time weekday and weekend roles. Based on my experience, I am most comfortable working with children ages 2 and older. I also am happy to work around pets or pet sit-I love animals of all kinds but mostly familiar with dog and cat care. Additionally, I have about 3 years of experience...
Jill can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Yelitza F.


Westmont, IL

$14-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

Experience as a daycare teacher. Associate degree in special education . Early education courses and all those necessary to obtain a CDA . Verifiable personal references Native language Spanish, intermediate level of English Experience for more than 20 years in my home country, working with people with special needs
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Silje R.


Wheaton, IL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Reliable And Experienced Nanny

Hello! My name is Silje (pronounced like seel-yah) and I would be honored to spend time with your children. I am a college student at Wheaton College, and have experience working with children of all ages. I am the oldest of six children, and grew up with a brother who has special needs so it takes a lot to phase me. I love...
Silje can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

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Lita P.


Warrenville, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I have a special spot in my heart for children with special needs. So many people are nervous about working with these types of children and I don't see them as any different. Everyone needs the same love, care, and attention. I have worked with a little boy with CP, and a little girl with Spina Bifida. I have also worked with...
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Bobbi B.


Warrenville, IL

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Provider

I have cared for infants to adults with special needs, mental and physical impairments. I have a daughter with ADHD and learning disability, granddaughter with physical disability and eating disorder. I also help my ex-husbands blindness, diabetes and physical disabilities..( medication, transferring, paperwork and...
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Kayla H.


Aurora, IL

$17-24/hr4 yrs exp

Worked 3 years as a lead teacher in a daycare center, babysat for 1 year for a family friend, and worked at the high school helping out special needs students for 1 year.
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Deborah Y.


Naperville, IL

$19-30/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a very compassionate and caring kind of person with more than five years of caregiver experience. I have worked as a live in caregiver for over three years, and I am familiar with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Osteoporosis, and special needs care. I am very loyal, dependable, honest, and hard working. I give 100% in what I do, and...
Deborah can also help with: Personal care, dementia, visiting nurse, home modification, live-in home care, respite care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Katie N.


Romeoville, IL

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate, Patient, Helpful Caregiver

I have trained as an EMT, paramedic, and nurse, as well as clinical training with health issues of all varieties. I have worked with children for 8 years as a nanny/house manager and at a daycare. I have great cleaning, cooking, and communication skills with a compassionate, patient, nonjudgmental, and helpful demeanor. My rate...
I'd describe my personality as calm, patient, and caring. I like caring for people with special needs because it feels great helping young kids in need. I'm looking for a job that pays within my pay range and a good schedule. I started caring for people with special needs when I noticed I can make a difference in their...
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Peggy M.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Love To Engage With Differently Able Individuals

I began my nursing career at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, worked for many years for home care agencies including as an in service Educator and have worked the last 15 years for a local school district as a Classroom Nurse working with disabled students directly in the classroom. I have worked with individuals young...
As a nurturing caregiver with four years of experience, I am passionate about fostering a positive and enriching environment for children to grow and thrive. My patient and calm nature allows me to connect with children on a meaningful level, while my creativity and imagination fuel our playtime with educational games and...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Janine C.


Naperville, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Will Treat Your Child(ren) Like My Own! Occupational Therapy Practitioner And Pro Photographer

Hello! My name is Janine and I am the Mama to an amazing 14-year-old boy. I have worked with caring for, teaching, and bringing love into children's lives for about 22 years. I have been a lead teacher for 6 years (infants and toddlers), and have been a nanny for 9 different families in the past. I am an occupational therapy...
Janine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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