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Teresa N.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant Available Full-time

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I was a care taker for my sister who suffers with sclerdorma . My duties included personal hygiene, housekeeping, cooking meals, transportation to doctor appointments and shopping, dispensing medications. And showing I care for people.
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Courtney R.


Orland Park, IL

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hi My Names Courtney And I Am 19 Years Old. I Look Forward To Hearing From You! :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Courtney I am 21 years old. I have 4 years of childcare experience. I am CPR, First aid and AED certified. I have always had a passion working with children. I am from Tinley Park IL. My childcare experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in a...
Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ikechi N.


Oak Lawn, IL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Care Specialist.

I like caring for people with special needs because of my passion and delight in seeing people happy through my efforts. One thing you should know about me is I am strong and hardworking. My skills include driving, cleaning and personal support.
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Gregory W.


Chicago, IL

$15-30/hr6 yrs exp

CAREGIVER

I Worked for six years with a cerebral palsy man. I showered, dressed/undressed, fed, administered medication, communicated, and went on social outings.
I am a practicing registered nurse with 2. 5 years of experience. I enjoy spending time and assisting those with special needs. I am CPR certified and vaccinated against the Flu and COVID.
Julia can also help with: Errands, transportation, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep
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Verlisa B.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr

I Have 5 Years Of Experience With Children With With Special Needs.

My Child Care Provider responsibilities included overseeing the basic schedule of special needs children, conducting activities, and supporting other staff members as needed.
Verlisa can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Alissa P.


Palos Heights, IL

$18-24/hr1 yrs exp

Upbeat Attentive Caregiver

Compassionate caregiver looking for a live-in position to help create a good home atmosphere for your loved one. As a former Special Needs Personal Support Worker and Animal Rescue Caregiver, I have always enjoyed helping others. In addition to growing up taking care of a large family and a sister with special needs on an oxygen...
Alissa can also help with: Light cleaning, specialized care, companionship, live-in home care, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Virginija S.


Willowbrook, IL

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! . I have a lot of experience with special needs kids for the last 20 years.
Virginija can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I love children and I would love to help out and be helpful to your family and your needs. I hope everything works out and I get to meet a great family!
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Rashida M.


Tinley Park, IL

$17/hr5 yrs exp

My Experience In Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am dedicated childcare professional with over four years of experience in both daycare and elementary school settings. Since beginning my career in 2019, I hat served as a teacher's aide in daycare environments, fostering a nurturing and educational atmosphere for early childhood development. Transitioning to elementary...
Rashida can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Paris V.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Paris. I grew up in a big family of two sisters and two brothers. I am very family oriented. I was the Cinderella of the house. I like to clean and keep everything tidy and in order. I love doing arts and crafts and other fun stuff.
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Yulissa M.


Alsip, IL

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

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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Dovile N.


Lemont, IL

$35/hr8 yrs exp

My Name Is Dovile, I Speak Lithuanian And English.

I'd describe my personality as fun, loving, caring, compassionate, genuine I like working with kids because it brings me joy watching them grow up, explore, and experience different things I'm looking for a job that will let me grow a connection with the kids and family, has a fun environment I started working with kids...
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Isabel M.


Darien, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had a lot of experience with young kids, last summer I was a nanny for two boys. I have been babysitting for almost 5 years now and have had experience with babysitting special needs kids. I've watched up to 4 kids at a time. I enjoy keeping the kids active and try to keep them away from electronics. I know a lot of good...
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Hope F.


Evergreen Park, IL

$10-15/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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Hi! I am 19 years old. I have my certification in ABA Therapy and experience with working with special needs.
Suzanne can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Lucja G.


Willow Springs, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

School Bus Driver/Mom

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a 40-year-old mom of a wonderful 22-month-old baby girl. Up until my maternity leave, I worked as a school bus driver responsible for the safety of many students, including those with special needs. In order to be a school bus driver, I had to meet many requirements like FBI fingerprinting, drug testing, annual physicals...
Lucja can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
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Verlisa B.


Chicago, IL

$10-30/hr

Senior Elderly Care , Home Cleaning And Organizing

I am very passionate about supporting and caring for others in need. It is very rewarding and therapeutic to have witness my seniors and special needs clients joys of life. I have over 10 years of experience with working with seniors and special needs children.
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Jill S.


Tinley Park, IL

$20-39/hr10 yrs exp

Trustworthy FUN Teacher, Game Creator & Care-taker For Children Of All Ages

Hello! I have 37+ years exp. in professional Childcare. I was a Nanny for several families w/ ages ranging from 0-18 yrs. I was a teacher at a private academy for classes of 25-2 & 3 yr. olds, kindergarten & kids w/ special needs. Kids gravitate towards me, as I speak their language & understand their social, behavioral &...
Jill can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Kelley G.


Chicago, IL

$20-40/hr

Special Education Teacher Looking To Support Special Needs Children Over The Summer

During the school year I am a special education teacher for Chicago Public Schools. I have been a school teacher for eight years for students with severe and profound special needs. Before I was a teacher I have done multiple care giving jobs working with children with all different types of needs. I am experienced with...

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