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Deborah Y.


Naperville, IL

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

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I would love to help out with your loved ones, as a part time care giver. I have worked with St. Vincent New Hope for over four years as a skills trainer, and care giver for children and adults with special needs. I have also helped baby sit my 4 years old nephew four or more days a week and every weekend from the day he was...
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Lara B.


Aurora, IL

$25-50/hr

Looking for work / Special Needs

Full Time Caregiver/Mother To 16 Year Old With Spina Bifida. My daughter R has SB and is a paraplegic. She requires assistance with transfers, catheterization and meds. Over the years, Ive become quit comfortable navigating doctors, hospitals, medical testing and complications.
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Emma P.


Aurora, IL

$15-24/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Mom Looking To Love On More Littles

I currently have a full time nanny job watching an adorable 8-month-old and a spunky 6yo. Unfortunately they are moving out of state so I am looking for a full time nanny position. Start date can be flexible. I have always had a passion for children. I started babysitting in my neighborhood when I was 11 and kept that going...
I'd describe my personality as patient, caring, and fun! I have experience working as a behavior technician for kids in ABA therapy. I have a younger brother who has Autism so I have had experience with special needs! I am currently in a graduate program for a master's degree in Occupational therapy with hopes to work in...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning
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Pamela W.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working for Clare Woods Academy for the past 13 years. I have extensive experience with special needs children, I. e. autism, Down's syndrome, learning disability, behavioral and O. D. D. Issues. I am also an RBT Therapist. Prior to the aforementioned I was a Readu Ing Intervention Aide,
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Lydia M.


Bolingbrook, IL

$13-18/hr3 yrs exp

Understanding And Caring

Hi! I'm Lydia :) I'm an energetic and friendly sitter, familiar with special needs and services some children and teens may need. I have a sibling with ASD among many other diagnoses and I am very familiar with individual behaviors and how to handle them calmly and effectively. I also spent the past year providing after school...
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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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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...
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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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: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
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Lydia M.


Bolingbrook, IL

$10-14/hr5 yrs exp

Always Dependable

I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old, whether it had been watching my siblings, neighborhood kids, or the children of my parents friends. I can cook, clean, and complete any chore list that'll be sure to meet your standards! I love all kids and all animals, and have never found any of either that didn't love me as...
Lydia can also help with: Personal care
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Gloria G.


Aurora, IL

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Raised 5 children of my own. plus an additional 15 years experience with child care from new born to young adults, as well as special needs with 6 years experience. Grandma of 10
Gloria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ophelia C.


Plainfield, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

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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Cynthia R.


Aurora, IL

$19-22/hr10 yrs exp

I been working with children since I was 13 years old. Watching my cousins kids then. I have a Bachelor's degree in Child Development and an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education. I have been working with children the past 29 years in different environments. Mostly children infants to 3 years old and also preschool age...
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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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Alma C.


Aurora, IL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

hello my name is alma I have 1 year of experience with a disable young woman she had a stroke and she was bound in a wheelchair with her left side paralyzed. I use to do personal hygiene change diapers and feed her.
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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:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Kasie C.


Aurora, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kasie, I am a graduate student looking to work with families for pet or child care. I have experience with classroom instruction (middle school - college level). I also have experience working with children with special needs (~3 years). I have a bachelor's degree in biology and am pursuing my masters in...
Kasie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
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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
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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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