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Paula D.


Riverdale, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Kids Deserve Special People

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I am a happy mother of a well adjusted 29-year-old and 17-year-old on the spectrum. I made it through and so can you! I am also a proud mom of a 22-year-old with ADD. I am well versed in caring for special needs kids and meeting your special ones' needs. I understand all of the nuances of raising special needs kids.
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Cassie J.


Alsip, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter / Caregiver Part-time Short Available For Short Term Notices.

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.
Cassie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always upbeat and truly enjoyed the kids which they pick up on. Miss having her. Could not recommend her enough."

Anne M.

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Rita C.


Alsip, IL

$28/hr9 yrs exp

Ability Coach & Support Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love my job! What I love most are the amazing people I get to work with. I have over 10 years experience working with students and clients with multiple abilities and diagnoses. I have worked as a paid employee and volunteer for school districts, special need cooperatives and adult service providers. This has given me...
5.0
"Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her tenure with our family. She is trustworthy, pleasant to be around, and is wonderful with kiddos. I strongly...

Charles S.

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Kimberly J.


Chicago, IL

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
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Kesheva P.


Chicago Heights, IL

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

I am a registered behavioral Therapist I have been working with children diagnosed with Autism and other mental and behavioral disabilities. I love working with all children of all levels of cognition. Working with a population as such requires additional education and training which I am qualified for.
5.0
"I have a child with autism Kesheva is always so patient with him. Our family absolutely adores her, and she's good at what she does."

Susan M.

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Miriam M.


Chicago, IL

$20-26/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I'm 31 years old have worked in a hospital for over 5 years I also have cared for kids with special needs for about 5 years but in a hospital setting I am fluent in Spanish and English I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages . Due to the pandemic I stopped working in a hospital setting because I have twin sisters that...
Miriam can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My sitter had a medical emergency and I contacted Miriam the day of my event to see if she could watch my girls. She took the job last minute, was on time and took good care of my girls. My 2 year old daughter took to her right away and held her had the whole time....

Kanetha L.

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Eileen K.


Worth, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A Caring, Loving Person Who Gives Dependable Help

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. Some with autism, muscular dystrophy, down syndrome, etc. I have been a caregiver for over 19years and I'm a mom of three.
5.0
"I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day! "

Patrick D.

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Dalia M.


Chicago Heights, IL

$12-18/hr2 yrs exp

Teacher And Babysitter!

I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
Dalia can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Dalia's and I friendship has blossomed throughout the years. She is a thoughtful, reliable, and kind person who puts others before herself. Dalia always has a positive and pleasant attitude which makes her fun to be around. Dalia is punctual, cheerful, and always...

Areli C.

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Elana C.


Chicago, IL

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience as a summer camp councilor taking car of 10+ kids aged 5-10 for 2 hours a day four days a week. Recently, I had the honor of taking over as camp director for our summer drama camp which provided me with the opportunity to work with 42 campers alongside my staff. I had the privilege of being a part...
Elana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Vickey C.


Oak Lawn, IL

$18-35/hr10 yrs exp

HOME CARE COMPANSION SERVICES

I have 30 years of experience in healthcare. I can help with Home Care - Light Housekeeping - Meal prep - Light Laundry - Medication Reminders - Helpful - Reliable - Caring - Certify CPR. I am a mother of twins (a boy and a girl). I have worked in healthcare for over 30 years, taking care of seniors, and patients with special...
Vickey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from Medication Management, light housekeeping, Meals Prep & handle daily tasks. My sister showed significant improvement. Vickey...

Chris J.

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Keesha H.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a mother of a child with special needs I have experience caring for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, Emotional Disabilities, Opposition Defiance Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder. I am employed by Chicago Public Schools as a aide for children with special needs and by the Chicago Park District as an Inclusion Aide...
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Chandler C.


Olympia Fields, IL

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Student

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

From a very early age I've known that childcare was going to be the direction in which I wanted to go with my career by eventually becoming a Pediatric Neontal Nurse Practitioner. In high school, I participated in countless organizations in which we were sent out to spend time with regularly developing children as well as...
Chandler can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was great! She was open to staying later then I originally had asked, she was easy to get in touch with and I have a very active 4 year old that tends to test people. She was great with him and I'd definitely rehire her!"

Brittany D.

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Keesha H.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Caregiver And Nanny

4.3

(6)

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

I am a loving mother of four fantastic individuals, one with special needs. I have 20 plus years of playing/interacting with children. I love playing games and reading with children. I have numerous years of experience working with children of all ages and many disabilities. Previously employed by Chicago Public Schools as a bus...
Keesha can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Like many excellent caregivers, Keesha is patient and kind. She is creative and enters into my autistic son's imaginary world and builds it with him. She accommodates his mood changes, but still insists he do what she asks (put away dirty dishes, etc), but what...

Virginia C.

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Kimberly R.


Thornton, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kimberly watched my son as a nanny/babysitter for years. She is reliable and takes her job very seriously. This is just not a 'job' to her, this is a career to her. Highly recommend her services. She is awesome with children of all ages!"

Mike M.

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Julie A.


Munster, IN

$21-22/hr5 yrs exp

I have over 5 years of experience working with special needs clients. I work at a day facility and side by side in group home facilities. I also have family members with disabilities. I know not every client will be a fit, but it also takes time and patience. In which I'm willing to put forth the effort. Please contact me if you...
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Nichole W.


Chicago Heights, IL

$20-31/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...
Nichole can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100%...

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Jasmine M.


South Holland, IL

$17/hr8 yrs exp

Jasmine M.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I love children. This is what I am going to school to pursue. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Jasmine is very tentative and gentle with my one year old daughter, who is fussy and attached to her dad and I . She is a professional in this field . My daughter cries when we get there and before leaving out the door Jasmine has her to stop crying . Jasmine sends...

Angelique B.

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Asia B.


Flossmoor, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Strong Passion For Children And Families

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

First, I would like to thank you for viewing my profile. I am pleased to tell you that I am a personable and reliable nanny with 10+ years' progressive experience in providing child care and early childhood development. I worked as a Lead Teacher with all age groups at a daycare for 4 years all whilst nannying for multiple...
Asia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She's very dependable and loves children. She is fun to be around and always find the bright side of a situation. She is trustworthy and very outgoing. "

Hannah H.

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Kimberly J.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

This Is My Passion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"She's an angel. Caring and kind."

Jasmine W.

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Cassie J.


Alsip, IL

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been engaged in childcare since the age of 15, and my passion for working with kids has only grown. Currently pursuing a degree in Pediatric Nursing, it's a lifelong dream of mine to contribute to children's well-being. With a 4-year-old brother, I have firsthand experience understanding children. Throughout high school, I...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Riverdale, IL

Cassie J.

5.0

Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always upbeat and truly enjoyed the kids which they pick up on. Miss having her. Could not recommend her enough.

- Anne M.

Rita C.

5.0

Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her tenure with our family. She is trustworthy, pleasant to be around, and is wonderful with kiddos. I strongly recommend her for any caregiver...

- Charles S.

Kesheva P.

5.0

I have a child with autism Kesheva is always so patient with him. Our family absolutely adores her, and she's good at what she does.

- Susan M.

Miriam M.

5.0

I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a part of the family she simply treats her as family. I promise you won't go wrong with her if you want an excellent caregiver she is the girl to go to .

- Alexandrith B.

Eileen K.

5.0

I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day!

- Patrick D.

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