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Sharon F.


Minooka, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

10 Years Experience Working With Elderly Patients. Ambulatory And Non Ambulatory

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked at nursing homes for 10 years until I became a mother. Now that kids are in school I'm looking to work again. I have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's patients as well as patients with multiple disabilities. I was a certified nurse assistant but it expired due to having children. I am still very...
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Allison M.


Minooka, IL

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider

I have cared for a male adult that was visually handicapped, and a senior that had severe Parkinson disease. Also I baby-sat regularly twins with Aspberger's/ autism.
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Julie S.


Yorkville, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Morning Care Provider

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a registered behavior technician and I love working with young children that have ASD. I also enjoy working with families that have other special needs children.
5.0
"Julie is amazing with both of my children but especially wonderful with my son with Autism. He just loves her, we all do! She is very patient with him and one of the kindest people I have ever met! We are very lucky to have Julie as a part of our lives!!"

Rhonda H.

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Virginia R.


Plainfield, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and have experience with infants through school age for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education Special...
5.0
"Virginia is patient, energetic and caring with children. Trustworthy and self-sufficient in the work that she displays. She is great with children with special needs and a fast on learning new task that revolve around the child. Virginia will be an excellent part...

Genoveva R.

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Mikayla R.


Yorkville, IL

$15-17/hr1 yrs exp

I worked with children who have special needs for about a year and feel that I have enough experience to help out.
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Sophia M.


Yorkville, IL

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as caring, fun and energetic! I like working with kids because I like when I can make a difference in there lives each day and help them grow anyway I can. I'm looking for a job that helps me grow and have a strong relationship with the kid/kids. I started working with kids when I was younger...
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Alexis S.


Morris, IL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello Everyone!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Alexis! I am a 22-year-old student majoring in child advocacy social work. I have student taught since I was 17 from grades infant to 5th grade. I have arranged recess games, class activities, parent meetings, and classroom parties for all my students/kids! I have also nannied and babysat for 6 years. I regularly babysit...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rodney C.


Joliet, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I'll been in healthcare since I was 21, I love what I do, I think it's my job to help others. I'll been trained hands on, in safety care, DSP, rule 50(rule and neglect). I have worked with the age range of 17 to 85 years old. I have worked for 3 other organizations in Joliet Illinois. I just moved back to joliet; I currently...
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Katherine L.


Plainfield, IL

$15-19/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced With Young And Special Needs Children

I have been working with children since 2019, where I served as a teaching assistant/student mentor in a Chicago public school as part of the City Year public service program. After this program I worked in a daycare, mainly with infants-toddlers, and most recently I worked with autistic children ages 4-11 in a one-on-one...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
I have been in child care for about 5 plus years! I will be finishing with a family I have been with for three going on four years watching their son and two daughters. I recently just had a son of my own who is a year old, they did not have an issue with me being pregnant nor bringing my son to work when he was born, I was able...
Zitlaly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Amy F.


Yorkville, IL

$18-28/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible Babysitter

Available Friday night 6:00 p.m. through Sunday night 10 p.m. I work during the week 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in customer service. I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, swimming supervision, bathing, feeding, meals, cooking, transportation, activities, errands, pets, person assistant, etc. I...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Amy F.


Yorkville, IL

$15-20/hr

Responsible Babysitter

5 years experience up to 4 kids 1 year baby-sat for autistic child on weekends 12 hours a day, fed, showed, helped dress, changed dippers, drove back and forth from there home to my home, took swimming, to parks, to arcade, black berry farm, red oak nature center ect. Took care of my own child and sister ADHD who are now...
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Kelly P.


Joliet, IL

$5-10/hr10 yrs exp

In-Home Daycare

I am a Christian woman. I have successfully educated my children at home for the past 19 years. I have babysat off and on through the years. I have experience with special needs children. I currently take care of an elderly quadriplegic for a few hours on the weekends. I am comfortable with pets and I can help with homework.
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Phylicia M.


Plainfield, IL

$23-29/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Specialty in caring for patients with special needs. I also care for patients with disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy and many other developmental disorders. I have worked with patients from newborn to adult, Developmental Disability Nurses are an important point of contact for patients...
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Xyra H.


Plainfield, IL

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Oldest of four siblings, which makes me a natural caretaker. I aspire to be a teacher or social worker. I have a special place in my heart for children with special needs. Young adult who loves work in a structured environment and help keep routine for children. I have both nanny, and day care experience. I continue to develop...
Xyra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Nicole G.


Yorkville, IL

$16/hr2 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Nicole!

Hello! My name is Nicole and I have just recently graduated from SDSU as a student athlete with human biology and microbiology degrees. I have spent the last year working at the Children's Museum of South Dakota where I worked with a lot of children along with worked along side with individuals with special needs. I also have a...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
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Phylicia M.


Plainfield, IL

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Loving And Dependable Registered Nurse To Care For Your Child

My name is Phylicia. My background is in public health, home health care, & special needs pediatrics. I love people! I love family! Most importantly, I am a mom. Caring for someone's child is of the utmost importance to me and the most important responsibility one can have; and intrust in someone else. I looking forward to...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Phillipina Agyemang O.


Joliet, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I'm a hard-working Lady who is passionate about providing quality care for all my patients. I can care for all diagnoses and I provide all services. I would love to work with you. Thank you

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children, and my time as a babysitter reinforced this calling. Now, with over three years of experience, I'm ready to make an even greater impact on young lives. As a caregiver, I bring patience, creativity, and a friendly approach to every interaction. I...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi everyone! Helping others has been my overarching career for the past 20+ years. Others have described me as "empathetic, always has a smile on her face, shows genuine passion and interest, and feeling like part of the family." My most recent work history has afforded me the opportunity to work with children, students,...

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