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Precent M.


Prospect Heights, IL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Male caregiver with 9 years of paid Work experience, I love my work with a passion. Have worked with many families and have great references and reviews as well as very clean background. Please check out my reviews and contact me for excellent care for your loved ones, thanks again.
5.0
"Precent did a fabulous job with my special needs son! We miss him."

Kari H.

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Patricia J.


Chicago, IL

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Patricia

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Patricia. I'm a psychologist from Venezuela. And I have really good experience working with children. I am a very friendly person, I like to laugh and I am very responsible. I love crafting, especially painting and drawing. In my home country, I studied psychology, therefore I had the opportunity to work with children...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Excellent person my kid love her !!"

Melissa V.

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Marilia M.


Evanston, IL

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Kind, Patient And Energetic Nanny.

I am graduate em psychology and I have 2 years of experience taking care of children as an au pair, two boys who are currently 4 and 7 years old. But I also had experience working with children with special needs, from 2 to 14 years old, in a clinic in Brazil. I am currently seeking a position as a full-time, long-term nanny. I...
Marilia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development. "

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Nesita S.


Chicago, IL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with special needs since 2014. I am currently getting my BCBA to become over all of my cases at an aba company that I've been working at for almost 5 years. I love working with special needs children and adults it is my passion. I love to see them grow within themselves to become independent adults.
5.0
"Met with her and she interacted with my son in a public place . Next she came over one evening to bond with him . Looking forward to working with this caregiver ."

Jessica P.

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Ana C.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Part- Time, Evenings Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*Covid Vaccinated as of 2/10/21 I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I worked in...
Ana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Vanessa S.


Skokie, IL

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Child Is A Happy Life

Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified. Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...
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Mary S.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Name is Mary! 24 years old, and currently a banquet manager for Hilton hotels. I am the 2nd oldest of 11 children! Yes 11! Love children and lots of experience. I work full time but as we are getting into our slow season I would like to pick up some part time work to fill my off nights & days. I am experienced with small...
5.0
"I have know Mary for 7 years! She is a kind and loving person and has a big heart for everyone. She is an specialist in home care. She loves to cook and care for the home. She is an expert in care of children. She is from a big family and has been a big support and...

Bernadette S.

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Dania G.


Melrose Park, IL

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Parents! I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
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Cashmear M.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.
5.0
"Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust my kids with her any day."

Marlee H.

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Caytie B.


Chicago, IL

$23-30/hr7 yrs exp

Newborn Care Specialist

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've worked as a full-time nanny for over seven years. I love my job and am hoping to find more families to help! I have experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. This includes experience with children with special needs. I have also completed my newborn care specialist certificate and am CPR/First AID...
Caytie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very sweet and cared for my children as if they were her own. "

Amanda C.

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Kathleen L.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Teacher Looking For Summer Work!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Kathleen and I am a teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing. After graduating with my Master's degree, I moved to Chicago and began teaching this past year. I have always had a passion for working with children and am looking to spend time this summer continuing to work with families. I have had numerous childcare...
Kathleen can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kathleen is wonderful! She is very enthusiastic and engaging. Upon meeting me and my son she put us both at ease with her fun personality and child-rearing instincts. My one-year old son really likes her and was practically pushing me out the door on her 3rd...

Crystaldawn A.

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Rosaura C.


Chicago, IL

$22-30/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

ROSAURA Objective: Certified Nursing Assistant since 1998. Specialize in Dementia, Parkinson's, MS and Austism. Working homecare since 2015 Experience: A. B 02/21- Present Personal Support Worker Help around his apartment Errands, Walks M. H 09/2019-Present CNA Companionship, ADL, Groceries, Errands Custom Home...
5.0
"Rosaura helped me with wound care after I had to have an emergency surgery. I had an abscess removed from my tail bone and had to have surgical packing changed daily for almost three months. Rosaura had never used foam medical packing prior to this and was...

Natalie S.

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Cami B.


Chicago, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Professional, Educated, Highly Recommended Caregiver!

28-Year-old hardworking, self-motivated worker with strong knowledge of psychology and healthcare as well as customer service, social skills, and office duties. Certified in CPR, non-smoking, reliable car, & experience with animals. Associate's degree in General Studies, over 100 credits of Psychology courses. I worked as an...
Cami can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Cami was very engaged with my children and was not on her phone like most people these days. I rate a A+++"

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Bongi M.


Chicago, IL

$20-24/hr5 yrs exp

Awesome Full Time /part Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi Families Hi my name Bongi I am 26years old, I've been working with kids for as since high school I used to babysit daytime on weekends until I started doing as a job while studying, I have CPR training certificate and childcare training, I am of course infant qualified and have worked with all ages . I have 2 year au pair...
Bongi can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"BONGI is patient, kind and will treat your little ones like her own, I recommend her to any family that is not only looking for a nanny but also a part of their family."

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Selena O.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, May Name Is Selena, I Am A Passionate And Dedicated Person.

Hi! How are you? I am Selena O, current Nursing student (Night hybrid program) I have Over 5 years of experience as a nanny. I love to play with different strategies of pedagogy for a good development of body and Brain. I could make your children comfortable while I am with them. Can take them to parks, museum and other...
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Selena is great! She babysat our baby girl today. She played with her , fed her and helped cleaning her bottles and she took beautiful pictures !! Totally recommend her :)"

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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$27/hr5 yrs exp

Kind And Patient Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lara. When I was younger, my first job was working in an elderly home, and I've always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to caring for my own mother in my past, I have been working for a senior care agency this year as well as people from care. com. I am certified in CPR, First aid, CPI (from my...
5.0
"Lara was kind, helpful, and showed great concern for me after my hysterectomy. she continues to check on my recovery even after the job was complete. hiring her was the best decision I have made. I would definitely hire her for any future medical needs I or my...

Amaralys A.

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Michelle R.


Mount Prospect, IL

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager / Early Childhood Educator / Newborn Care Specialist

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny, early childhood educator, nanny house manager and newborn care specialist. I have dedicated my career to working with families and children in a variety of settings. My background extends beyond working in private homes of families, and includes teaching and leadership roles in quality Early Childhood...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Michelle is a warm, caring educator. She has extensive knowledge of child growth and development. Michelle is creative, a problem solver, and team player. She truly loves working with children and families."

Dottie D.

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Lavinia B.


Wheeling, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA,CPR

Highly-dependable, nurturing caregiver who has good values, compassionate nature and 10 + extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly care. Eager to make a difference in client's everyday life.
5.0
"Lavinia has helped my family over the past several years. She is wonderful, honest, and is very committed to whomever she is working with. She has a great personality and engages people in conversation etc...my parents both loved "Our Lavinia" as my mom would...

Susan W.

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Erica M.


Chicago, IL

$22-35/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Companion/Care Provider Available

My experience includes two years working with adults with physical and mental disabilities including TBI's, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, and Down Syndrome in a group home setting. I have also worked with children with Autism and have experience in behavior therapy.
5.0
"Erica is reliable and always shows up on time. She's been working for six months with my autistic daughter and things have gone really smoothly. She's confident and comfortable with special needs kids"

Laurence L.

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Natacha P.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a recent graduate looking for an income and I have 5 years experience working in healthcare. Thank you.
5.0
"Natacha was a great conversationalist and was helpful when I needed assistance going to a medical procedure. She's very dependable and I would recommend her to anyone in need of services."

Yulanda C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Niles, IL

Precent M.

5.0

Precent did a fabulous job with my special needs son! We miss him.

- Kari H.

Patricia J.

5.0

She is very sweet and knows how to soothe even the fussiest baby (and calm worried parents haha). We fully trust her with our 7 month old!

- Lily B.

Marilia M.

5.0

Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development.

- Care member

Nesita S.

5.0

Met with her and she interacted with my son in a public place . Next she came over one evening to bond with him . Looking forward to working with this caregiver .

- Jessica P.

Mary S.

5.0

I have know Mary for 7 years! She is a kind and loving person and has a big heart for everyone. She is an specialist in home care. She loves to cook and care for the home. She is an expert in care of children. She is from a big family and has been a big support and help for her mom with her younger...

- Bernadette S.

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