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5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have nearly 2 decades of experience in child care and education. I have worked in daycare, directed children's theatre camps, taught in high behavior environments, and served a middle school administrator. Currently, I work full time for a local non-profit scholarship program, but continue child and pet care in my spare...
Aurora can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Aurora has babysat for my 5 children. They have a lot of fun with her and she does a great job from letting chaos prevail. She has a wonderful way with my daughter who is on the spectrum."
Sharla G.
2.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 45 years of experience I can help with Home Care and Personal Care. I've worked with many families up to and including end of life care, stroke, dementia, and disability clients. I strive to make life easier and comfortable for those who are in my care. My strength exceeds my age, I can effortlessly lift clients to...
Shaina can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Devyn M.
Belvidere, IL
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
My name is Devyn . I just graduated from Boylan High school! I have a lot of experience with children, and I love working with them! I have been working at Gigi's Playhouse for 6 years now, so I am qualified and comfortable watching children with special needs! I am very responsive to parents instructions. I'm a very positive...
Amber T.
Byron, IL
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've Been Watching Kids For 4 Years. There Fun To Be Around. Looking For A Summer Job, after noon.
I have been a nanny to a family of five ages ranging from 5 months to 8 years old. I do it all! What mom doesn't? I have worked with special needs children as well.
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi! Welcome to my profile. My name is Kaitlyn, and I am 25 years old. I have lived in the Cherry Valley area for about 17 years. I enjoy watching children of all ages, and have a few years of experience caring for them in after school care facilities, as well as private babysitting. I love kids and would love to provide you...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kaitlyn is awesome! She babysat my two boys. She is flexible and sends us updates. My son asked when she was going to babysit again because he loved having her around! Highly recommend! "
Johana A.
Hi! I am a reliable, patient, and caring individual with 4 years of experience as an special needs nanny.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sydney. I have been watching kids ages ranging from 0-12 for the past 7 years, including special needs kids. I have babysat newborn twins, I have babysat a child with cerebral palsy since she was infancy to 7 years old. I have babysat a 5-year-old child who had autism for about 5 years. Overall, I have a lot of...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Alexa P.
Winnebago, IL
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
CPR certified and medical student with experience in taking care of people with dementia, autism, ADHD, anxiety, and depression of all ages. Caregiving is my passion, and I feel no greater purpose than being able to help others. Please reach out for any further questions, and I will be glad to discuss everything in greater...
Ali B.
Rockford, IL
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Ali, I'm 39, Mature and EXTREMELY experienced with childcare including special needs, twins + multiples, and infant care. I work for a local family museum, working in an Elementary School with 1st-5th graders for an after school program! I have some college education, a decade long career in finance, and have...
Ali can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Elizabeth K.
Beloit, WI
$18-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
Looking For Part-Time/ Possible Full-Time Position As A Caregiver
I currently work as a para educator and caregiver. I was a food service director and manager for 8+ years. I have 6+ year experience as a CNA and PCW . I have cared for the elderly and developmentally disabled. I have two kids with ADHD. also available for child care.
Tatiana M.
Garden Prairie, IL
$22-37/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi there!
I'm Tatiana, and I've been working with kids for 2 years now. I started as a para at a school for students with autism in the kindergarten room and loved it. Now, I'm at a public school as a speech therapy assistant with students aged 5-8, including some with special needs.
In my spare time, I go to the gym and help...
Tatiana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tatiana is so patient and thoughtful as a caregiver for our 2-year-old! He asks about her when he has not seen her in a while. She is detail-oriented and asks open questions to understand his needs and preferences and how they are different depending on the day....
Maddy S.
Kaitlyn H.
Cherry Valley, IL
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hello, my name is Kaitlyn and I am 25 years old. I have 4 years of experience in working with individuals with special needs. I have volunteered and worked with them at multiple summer camps, and I used to work with special needs adults 21 years and older. In the time I've had the privilege and pleasure of working with these...
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Nanny Mom! I started as a nanny right out of High School and loved it so much I continued for well over 10 yrs until I met my husband and settled down to raise my own children. However even while raising my own 3 kids I also would babysit and bring more little ones into my home. I've always loved caring for children, I began...
Caring for and helping people is something I've always enjoyed, because I know I am making a difference in someone's life. I have a diverse work background that has given me a wealth of knowledge that I can utilize in the real world. This knowledge was built upon my B. A. in Psychology. I have hands-on experience assisting...
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have experience in companion care for the elderly and with special needs adults/children. I have worked both as a nanny and a companion care assistant and am comfortable working with people of all ages. In past jobs I was responsible for meals, light housework including laundry, driving to appointments, running errands,...
Jennifer can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care
Chelsea B.
Sharon, WI
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Hello I am Chelsea! I have chosen care giving as a career path. Caring for those in need brings my life so much joy. I like working directly with a family because I believe being a good care giver is also developing a relationship with my client and their family so they feel comfortable with me and the family can be at ease...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Loves Park, IL
Aurora S.
5.0
Aurora was able to adjust her schedule, navigate a new city, and take charge in an unfamiliar household to take care of our two-year old when I was in the hospital having our newest addition over the Christmas holiday. I felt I could relax about my son, knowing that she was fully able to take care...
- Shawna S.
Kaitlyn H.
5.0
Kaitlyn is awesome! She babysat my two boys. She is flexible and sends us updates. My son asked when she was going to babysit again because he loved having her around! Highly recommend!
- Johana A.
Tatiana M.
5.0
Tatiana is so patient and thoughtful as a caregiver for our 2-year-old! He asks about her when he has not seen her in a while. She is detail-oriented and asks open questions to understand his needs and preferences and how they are different depending on the day. She provides a form (that she created...
- Maddy S.
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