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Yulissa M.


Alsip, IL

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello there, My name is Yulissa and I'm 27 years old. I have been caring for children and senior adults for almost 8 years now. I'm always willing to learn and full of energy. My friends describe me as caring, loving and hardworker. I'm currently in nursing school and will graduate in November 2024. Although it was being a...
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Lexi B.


Frankfort, IL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced With 3 Years Of Special Education Children/adults

I have babysat for many years and currently I work with students with special needs (18-21-year-old) I have a passion for helping others and I enjoy working with special needs children/adults!
Lexi can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi! I'm Izzy, I'm 22 years old and I live in Willow Springs! I have my own transportation! I have worked in the Therapeutic Recreation field for the past 4 years and I am starting to pursue a Nursing degree!! I am very passionate about inclusion and helping my friends with disabilities! Inclusion is my jam!
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Hope F.


Evergreen Park, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

I Love All Children!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi ! I have worked with children for years . I have experience with Newborns, toddlers all the way to teen years. I am a mother to one Beautiful son from fertility that is 15 years of age ! I have experience with special needs as well, and still currently work with a family on call when they need me on weekends mostly ! I...
Hope can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth of children, and childcare has been my calling for the past five years. My creative and friendly nature allows me to connect with children effortlessly. I keep parents updated about their child's day through written daily reports and verbal communication during pickup. While...
Miracle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Dawn M.


Orland Park, IL

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

I've been a nanny for 8 years with over 16 years, total, in child/adult care services. Currently, I work full-time during the week caring for a special needs teenager and two toddlers under 2.
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Christin M.


Orland Park, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Tutor

Hello. I have worked as a high school special education teacher for the past 15 years. The students in my classroom have a variety of disabilities which allows me to incorporate numerous learning styles and lessons in my classroom daily. I have come to realize that no two students learn exactly the same and that differentiation,...
I've been caring for children on and off since I was a babysitter in high school/college, and I love helping them learn and grow. I also have a 9-year-old daughter! I've worked with children of all ages, from infants to preteens, and I have experience caring for children with special needs. My approach to childcare is focused...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling
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Margaret G.


Hickory Hills, IL

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Happy Fun Creative Sitter

Hi! I would love to take care of your kid's for a night or for the day! Whether you want to go on a date night or just to get some errands done, I'd love you help you out! I have 9 years of experience with babysitting, 6 years of teaching swim lessons, 2 years of ECE, and 5 years of working with special needs. I am very high...
Margaret can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Diana C.


Bridgeview, IL

$14-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Diana! I've worked with children with Down syndrome. I know each person has different levels to their disability thus individual care is needed.
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Toni D.


Frankfort, IL

$34/hr10 yrs exp

Dear Prospective Family

My name is Toni. I have worked as a babysitter from middle school through high school. While in my early hs and college years I cleaned homes, I babysat in my early 20s then got a job I absolutely love, working with developmentally disabled adults (I'm still there pt) I have worked with this company the past 24 years and...
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Willa H.


Thornton, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Substitute Teacher

I am a retired LPN and certified in CPR. I recently became a licensed substitute teacher in pre-school - 12th grade. I have worked with mentally and physically challenged children for five years. As an LPN, I have worked w children as a home health care nurse.
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Ashley F.


Richton Park, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Kind Heart

I have an 8-year-old son who keeps me on my toes and shows me more and more of what I am capable of. I have worked in child care for about 4 years and provided care to adults with special needs as well as the elderly. I feel that my experiences have prepared me for anything that comes my way. Children can be a mystery and as...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Eileen M.


Oak Lawn, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

My experience with special needs came from a previous family that I nannied for. The young boy had ADHD and required medication, counseling and follow through on behavior modification techniques. Another experience was a young boy I tutored who had Down Syndrome. He was a high functioning little guy who was able to learn to read...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tiffany. I hold a degree from the College of DuPage's Interpreting program and am proficient in American Sign Language. I currently work as a private caregiver for a teenager with special needs, specifically autism and epilepsy. I have many years of experience supporting individuals with diverse needs and...
Tiffany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Margaret B.


Burbank, IL

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

I have had a few years of experience working with kids with special needs in school as a teacher aid. I also went to graduate school to earn a Master's in special education. I am searching for a part time job after 4 p.m. on Monday-Friday.
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Linda N.


Tinley Park, IL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of foster care experience. I have 4 children, 31, 28, 20 and 19. I have worked with special needs and Autistic children. I am also Montessori trained. I would like to care for your child part time in my home, perhaps sharing time with a grandparent. School teachers preferred! Let's talk.
Linda can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have my bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation and Disabilities Counseling and I am currently getting my master's degree in Occupational Therapy to work with children with special needs. I worked at Daycare for a year working with a mixed of children ages 6months to 12years old, but mainly 3 years olds. As a future occupational...
Courtney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Brittney W.


Richton Park, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

You're In Good Hands

Hello, my name is Brittney. I am 34 years old and I have 10+ years experience with children. I also have DSP experience with special needs adults as well as teenagers. I've also worked with special needs children. At this current time, I am a traveling substitute teacher. I have worked with ages 3 to 18, and I feel each age...
Brittney can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep

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