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Amanda J.


Romeoville, IL

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

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I have 15 years experience working with youth. Currently a graduate student for Psychology to become licensed youth counselor and family counselor. Actively work with care taking for an autistic 5-year-old once a week for the past year. Looking to fill up my schedule!
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Claire C.


Romeoville, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Coming from someone who has a learning disability, I am passionate about working with the special education department to give back to my community that helped me become the person I am today. Working in the multi-needs program and having experience as a behavioral technician in ABA therapy, I truly enjoy the feeling of changing...
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Katie N.


Romeoville, IL

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate, Patient, Helpful Caregiver

I have trained as an EMT, paramedic, and nurse, as well as clinical training with health issues of all varieties. I have worked with children for 8 years as a nanny/house manager and at a daycare. I have great cleaning, cooking, and communication skills with a compassionate, patient, nonjudgmental, and helpful demeanor. My rate...
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Keara O.


Romeoville, IL

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Part-Time Caregiver

I have experience working with many populations with special needs. I have spent a summer as a Program Coordinator at Northern Will County Special Recreation Association where I planned activities, games, field trips, etc. for teens and adults with disabilities (ages 12-24). I also worked there as a Program Assistant last winter...
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Kristen H.


Romeoville, IL

$18-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kristen. I have been a CNA for 20 years with 10+ years of in home care experience. I also have behavioral health background.
I am a passionate childcare provider with over a year of experience caring for children of all ages. What sets me apart is my dedication to fostering a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to grow and learn. I am known for my patience, creativity, and ability to connect with children on a personal level. I...
Hi there! I'm Cortney, a passionate and experienced nanny dedicated to providing exceptional care to families in need. With over 6 years of experience in childcare, I have a proven track record of creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. I believe in the power of creativity and...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hello! My name is Ashley I have 90+ hours working with students elementary-highschool age. I love animals and have 2 dogs and a bird of my own! I can help with homework when needed and have my own transportation. I have experience working with special needs children. I don't mind helping with housework or easy meal prep. My...
Ashley can also help with: Light cleaning

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a loving and nurturing childcare provider with over a decade of experience. I have a passion of working with special needs children and work with one family with two special needs children on late Friday evenings. I love to educate and teach children the importance of work around the house teaching them cleanliness,...
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I'm a passionate childcare provider with seven years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for supporting children's growth and development led me to this fulfilling career. I have a friendly and approachable demeanor, and my patience and creativity allow me to connect with children and create a nurturing...
Subulola can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I am a friendly caregiver that likes to keep things positive and up beat. I enjoy cooking and cleaning as it is soothing to me. I have a clean driving record and am currently obtaining my license to be a clinical counselor. My classes are on my time so do not interfere with my work. I help nanny for a special needs autistic girl...
Amanda can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
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Priscilla C.


Romeoville, IL

$25-36/hr3 yrs exp

I Had A Client Got A Spiral Injury, Wheelchair Bound.

I've been doing caregiver job for over 20 years. I'm very good of what I do. I'm very compassionate, kind and can tolerate hard days "I can handle it" when things get tougher. For anyone, who've seen me working can easiy admire my efforts. I love my clients like my very own members of my family. I'm also a good cook authentic...

Treasure M.


Romeoville, IL

$20-24/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I took up a program my senior year of high school at Wilco . It was a early childhood education I was required to make meal preps , also we are taking a CPR class , I was also required to make lesson plans and learn to work with children with special needs.
Treasure can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Amy C.


Romeoville, IL

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

I nannied 2 children ages 2 and 6 for 3 summers consecutively. I worked in church nurseries, and was a well-trusted sitter for many families for years (until my schedule changed for college). I now have my own two toddlers, one of whom is special needs.
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi families! My name is Natalie, I am pursing my love for children's growth. With over years of experience with children through being a full time and part time nanny. I have experience with children ranging from newborns to self sufficient learners! As well as years experience working closely with some wonderful special needs...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Lori S.


Joliet, IL

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed CNA Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...
Lori can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

CNA

5.0
"Lori is conscientious and reliable. She truly cares for her clients."

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Wendy S.


Joliet, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. Right now I am mainly a mom. But I am hoping to find someone needed a helping hand part time during later morning and till around 330 p.m. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.
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Bradi O.


Plainfield, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Speech Language Pathologist Student- Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Bradi and I am a graduate student at University studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was old enough to take a babysitting certification class through the park district at the age of 12. I have babysat for countless families...
Bradi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Elsa T.


Joliet, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking To Care For Children Of Any Age. Will Build Structure And Foundation In Their Lives. I'm Not Here To Replace You As A Parent. I Have Worked With 3 Children, Who Were Special Needs At Once.

3.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I took Child Care and First Aid in high school. I just recently worked with 3 children with special needs at one time. I also prepare meals and did light household cleaning. I can also multitask. I have my own vehicle. I did drop-off and pick up at school for 2 preschooler. I am bilingual.
Elsa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

3.0
"Elsa was very kind and I can tell she means well. However, she mentioned letting us know she couldn’t stay the entire time but we have no record of this. We can kind of tell she’s just starting her childcare career. Our child was returned to us barely tightened...

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