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Ophelia C.


Plainfield, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello my name is Ophelia, I have been taking care of people for the past 10 years plus . I have experience in all areas with kids adults and special need. I know there are a lot of people out there that needs a little help. I love this job because it makes me feel good that I'm helping other people that needs help I love to...
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Jordan K.


Shorewood, IL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Care Provider

Occupational therapist looking for a side job (either part time and/or as needed). I have worked in an adult day center, schools with kids 3-22, pediatric outpatient clinic and a psychiatric hospital. I have experience with a wide variety of needs. I am able to help with all personal needs, run errands, tidy up, meal prep, and...
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Sarah O.


Plainfield, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

I have 6 years experience caring for children and 3 years experience with special needs kids. I'm currently enrolled to get my degree and become a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst. I have worked in a private therapeutic day school for kids with autism for the last 3 years. I have experience with ABA and I am currently a...
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Abena A.


Joliet, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I am a 55-year-old female with 12 years experience in childcare with excellent references. I am a mother of three with experience in newborns up to 12 years. I am a certified nurse assistant (CNA). I am a CPR certified and had worked in a special needs facility too for 3 years. I have a car with a valid drivers license. I am...
Abena can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ingrid M.


Yorkville, IL

$14-20/hr1 yrs exp

I Am 19 Years Old, I Absolutely Love Kids, Of Any Age, And I Can Put A Smile On Anyone's Face. :)

I have almost 2 years of experience with kids with special needs. I can help with G Tubes and Bladder Management Assistance. I can also lift and transfer children. I am comfortable in any setting, I love pets, it is easy for me to become comfortable. Any other request I am happy to learn so your child can receive the best...
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Corey W.


Shorewood, IL

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Genuine And Passionate Caregiver

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Hello my name is Corey and I have been working with individuals with special needs for over 10 years. I currently work at an Autism day school providing positive behavior support to children and young adults. I have been doing in home ABA therapy and respite care for the last 5 years. While working at the day school and home I...
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Zakary T.


Plainfield, IL

$15-17/hr2 yrs exp

Zak

I am a 19-year-old student majoring in special education. Since 8th grade, I've been volunteering with special needs children through different organizations. Prior to the pandemic, I was an assistant coach for Special Olympics gymnastics. The summer of 2019, I watched 2 school-aged boys about 2 days a week. I took them to...
Zakary can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

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Korrine B.


Joliet, IL

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time RN Looking For Part Time Caregiver Posit

Hi! My name is Kory, I'm 24 years old and am currently a full time RN. I'm looking for a part time caregiver position so I can continue enhancing my skills and bring in a little extra money as I have quite a few student loans. I currently work 3 12 hour shifts a week that typically vary, so I'm hoping to find a position with...
Korrine can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

Hello, I am a mom of three with a 12-year-old and twin 7-year-olds. So I have experience with multiples. My son is autistic and have experience with special needs. I have been previously paid to nanny in the past when my oldest was little and currently work as a server bartender looking for a extra source of income especially to...
Christine can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kylie W.


Yorkville, IL

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

I've worked with disabled intellectual individuals for over 9 years now. I can preform anything between hands on care, giving medications, or running errands if needed. I have a wide range of experience so don't be afraid to ask any questions you may have! My goal is that you and your family feel comfortable and and at ease...
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Terri O.


Joliet, IL

$19-22/hr10 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Hi, I'm Terri! I have 21 years experience caring/helping people with special needs. I have worked with low-high funtioning children- adults. In residential and in home settings. Helping people with special needs is my passion. I currently have someone on Monday and Wednesday. I am free to talk about other days..

Terri O.


Joliet, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Terri. I have over 23 years experience in senior care and caring for people with special needs. My Experience includes, all mobility issues, hoyer lift, specialize in Dementia/ Alzheimer's disease. Bathing and showering. Was certified to pass medication. I am caring, conscientious and kind. I have a great sense...
Terri can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Hello! I am currently in nursing school and looking for families that needs childcare or elderly care. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. I have babysittig experience from newborn stage to teenagers. My strengths as a babysitter are that I am very responsible,...
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Ana E.


Joliet, IL

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

I am a senior in college studying nursing. I have lots of experience nannying. I love children and have worked with kids of all ages, even those with special needs! I can be flexible with schedules and am also comfortable with pets!
Ana can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive the girls where they needed to be and take them, and...

Jackie F.

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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: Visiting nurse, live-in home care, home modification, dementia, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Deborah is someone who is very compassionate, she is diligent, she is honest and very reliable. She is passionate about her clients and the care she provides speaks for itself. "

Salai S.

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Yanira N.


New Lenox, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother

I have nannied & babysat for several families. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my review from the previous family I nannied for. I am also a US Veteran and mother of two boys (4yrs & 19-month-old).
Yanira can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Our family had the pleasure of employing Yanira as a full time nanny for our daughter. She did an amazing job and was truly an extension of our family. Yanira was always punctual, dependable and arrived daily with high energy. She always put our daughters safety...

Carrie J.

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Sarah K.


New Lenox, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable & Flexible, Experienced, Friendly Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sarah! I am a reliable, flexible and fun-loving part time caregiver! I have experience babysitting newborns to pre-teens! I work full time as a school social worker. Given my full time job, I have experience with individuals with special needs. I would be interested in helping your family on a part time or...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"I have 4 kids 9months-7 years old. Sarah does a phenomenal job with each one. She plays with the kids, made cupcakes with the older kids, and leaves the house spotless when I come home! I can't say enough about how capable she is and how much we trust her. So much...

Nuawana S.

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Canan M.


Naperville, IL

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I currently take care of a child who has specuial needs. I assist with eating ,changing, changing feeding machine, comforting, and constructing activities. I am going to school currently for early childhood education. Please message me with details regarding a position.
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Wendy S.


Joliet, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. Right now I am mainly a mom. But I am hoping to find someone needed a helping hand part time during later morning and till around 330 p.m. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Minooka, IL

Ana E.

5.0

Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive the girls where they needed to be and take them, and on fun outings. I trust very few...

- Jackie F.

Deborah Y.

5.0

Deborah is someone who is very compassionate, she is diligent, she is honest and very reliable. She is passionate about her clients and the care she provides speaks for itself.

- Salai S.

Yanira N.

5.0

Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others.

- marvin D.

Sarah K.

5.0

I have 4 kids 9months-7 years old. Sarah does a phenomenal job with each one. She plays with the kids, made cupcakes with the older kids, and leaves the house spotless when I come home! I can't say enough about how capable she is and how much we trust her. So much in fact that she'll be watching...

- Nuawana S.

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