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Branndi C.


Hillside, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Position

5.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant- 5 years... I have 20 years in teaching, & 30+ years working with...
Branndi can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Branndi watched our two children for almost 3 years. She was with us from when my daughter was 3 months until my son was 2. In that time she truly became part of the family and took care of my children like they were her own. Branndi was great about taking the kids...

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Sylvia B.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Speech Therapist/Tutor- Polish-Speaking/ Special Needs & All Ages

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello all, thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I live in Chicago and am providing services for children of all ages as a Speech-Language Pathologist as well as a caregiver! I am an elementary school-based SLP and am finishing up my 7th year there :) I completed my Master's coursework in Speech-Language Pathology...
Sylvia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sylvia was hired to watch my 8 month old daughter for one day while I worked from home. My daughter immediately took a liking to her and she had non stop fun playing toys and being entertained. Sylvia was able to keep her nap schedule and I don't remember hearing...

Renee G.

I studied psychology in college. I got my first job as a part-time nanny at 14 years old, in which I worked with three children all under the age of three. I worked for this wonderful family all throughout high school and became very close with them. From there, I had two other long-term nanny positions throughout college. In...
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Irma F.


Addison, IL

$26/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a mother of 3, I have experience with special need kids. As I am a mother of a son with down syndrome! I'm very patient and loving. I am also very good at multitasking! I love to socialize and care for others.
Irma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
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Barbara J.


Chicago, IL

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

We Have To Respect Elderly People.

A dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in providing care for individuals with special needs. Experienced in assisting those with dementia and stroke patients. Proficient in both Polish and English. **Professional Experience:** *Caregiver (Lake in the Hills, IL). Dates: 2/2021-8/2023. - Offered...
Barbara can also help with: Errands, personal care, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning
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Alex R.


Chicago, IL

$19-24/hr4 yrs exp

I have experience working with children as a teacher and director's assistant at a preschool, therapeutic assistant caring for kids with special needs, and currently as a Master of Social Work student providing social emotional learning and behavior interventions at an elementary school.
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Experience as a daycare teacher for children from two months to 2 years old. Early education courses and all those necessary to obtain a CDA . Currently working with newborn twins and with a person with special needs. Associate degree in special education . Verifiable personal references Native language Spanish, intermediate...
Yelitza can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Justyna L.


La Grange, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Responsible Nanny

Hello:) My name is Justyna and I love children. For the past 20 years I have been working as a regular babysitter, household manager as well as a special needs nanny. I'm very punctual, responsible, easy going person with great communication skills.
Justyna can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Brianna C.


Oak Brook, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Memory Maker Smile Creator

I'm a dedicated full-time student pursuing a career in paramedics while working towards a degree in neonatal nursing. With 3 years of experience as a recreational aid leader for individuals with special needs at Ray Graham Association, I've developed a strong passion for working with disabled individuals. Outside of academics, I...
Brianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Natalie R.


Justice, IL

$17-50/hr3 yrs exp

Full Package!

Hi there! I'm a very responsible, caring and experienced medical student who can help you with almost everything you might need! I have roughly 3 years or more of experience babysitting special need's and non-special need's children. I have experience watching multiple children of various ages. I am lightly skilled in ASL to...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Todd M.


Oak Park, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Oak Park Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children as a teacher for over 25 years. I have worked with pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, elementary, junior, high school, and college students, including children with special needs. I have a joyful, creative, enthusiastic personality, am firm when necessary for children, and love to read and play with...
Todd can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi my name is Martina. I've been a nanny for about 8 years. I've worked with infants, toddlers and children with special-needs. I'm very warm and caring towards the children I work with, and I also prioritize them having fun when I'm babysitting them. I know it can be hard for the kids when their parents need a babysitter to...
Martina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
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Alesandra D.


Chicago, IL

$17-25/hr7 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience babysitting children ranging from infants to middle school age. I also have a lot of experience working with children through my volunteer work. I have volunteered at a horseback riding center for children with special needs. I have also been a volunteer camp counselor in the summer and volunteer as a tutor...
Alesandra can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Dana V.


Willowbrook, IL

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'm A Paraprofessional Who Works With Special Need Kiddos In Need Of A Summer Job.

I'd describe my personality as fun, nurturing, caring I like working with kids because I love kids.
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Brittany K.


Elmwood Park, IL

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs caregiver

hello my name is Brittany I'm a certified nursing assistant I have 9 years of experience. I have worked in all the nursing homes in this area.. I experience in taking blood pressures, bathing, cleaning. I'm certified in CPR and first aid. I'm a very caring individual I like to look on the bright side of each situation. I love to...
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Ashante C.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Loving Support For Children With Special Needs

I have been in education 10 years with a focus in special education. I work with children with mild to moderate disabilities. The past 5 years I have worked with kids ages 5-11 as a special education teacher. I am patient, loving and can help where I can. I have experience with students who are non-verbal, have ASD, ADD, ADHD,...
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Cameron S.


Chicago, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am experienced caring for children of all ages, from newborns to adolescents. I find so much joy in working with children of all ages and abilities. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny and educator for over 15 years. I currently work as a Behavioral Therapist working in an intensive pediatric therapy clinic. I worked as a...
Cameron can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

Early Education

Hi, I am currently in the last term of my Occupational Therapy Asst. program as well as on my way to becoming an adaptive fitness trainer. The majority of my experience and care has been with individuals with ASD. I have lived with my aunt with ASD for 15 years and have been her caregiver for 5 years. I am a physically...
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Jasmine T.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

In high school, my friend worked at a special needs home for kids with autism. I went to work with her one day and I loved it. I wanted to apply right there but the positions were filled. My nephew also has special needs and I babysit him a lot. I am very responsible and have the patience. I love kids and I love helping those...
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Heather C.


Bensenville, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

I have taken care of elderly women-who have had MS, Alzheimer, wheelchair bound, and diabetes. Medication and shots administered. House cleaning, companionship, meal prep. etc I am willing to help with any children that have special needs as well.

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