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Korrine B.


Joliet, IL

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time RN Looking For Part Time Caregiver Posit

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Hi! My name is Kory, I'm 24 years old and am currently a full time RN. I'm looking for a part time caregiver position so I can continue enhancing my skills and bring in a little extra money as I have quite a few student loans. I currently work 3 12 hour shifts a week that typically vary, so I'm hoping to find a position with...
Korrine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

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Phylicia M.


Plainfield, IL

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Loving And Dependable Registered Nurse To Care For Your Child

My name is Phylicia. My background is in public health, home health care, & special needs pediatrics. I love people! I love family! Most importantly, I am a mom. Caring for someone's child is of the utmost importance to me and the most important responsibility one can have; and intrust in someone else. I looking forward to...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Eva R.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Eva and I'm a junior at the University of Iowa, but will be home for the summer in Downers Grove, IL. I'm looking for a full-time nanny or babysitting job nearby. I'm caring, reliable, and energetic, with years of childcare experience-I've been babysitting for families since middle school. I'm happy to help...
Eva can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
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Hayley D.


Joliet, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Hayley!! I find immense joy in caring for children and supporting families. My passion for working with children stems from my previous work with children with disabilities, where I discovered my ability to create a positive impact on their lives. I worked with children one on one in their homes, I worked at a...
Hayley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Nijole B.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available

I was a math teacher for 20 years in my home country of Lithuania. I also have two children of my own, who have given me a lifetime of experience. One of my jobs was to care for an 18-year-old girl with epilepsy, so I'm comfortable with working with disabled and special-needs children. I also used to work part-time for a family...
Nijole can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Megan K.


Lisle, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Megan! I'm a 33yo mother of 2, I have 2 dogs, and I love to travel. My healthcare experience began in 2013, working as a CNA for individuals with cerebral palsy and other profound disabilities. In 2015 I transferred to a therapeutic day school, working as a paraprofessional with children on the autism spectrum. In 2018...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 22 years old. I currently have my paraprofessional license, CPR/AED, and Mental Health certification. I am also a certified Behavioral Therapist. I have about 3 years of paid experience working with kids. I have about 1 year of experience working with children who have special needs. I am currently enrolled at College of...
Kenerah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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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Rachel H.


Naperville, IL

$15/hr

Part-Time Nanny/Caregiver

Hi there! My name is Rachel, and I am a special education teacher in the suburbs of Chicago! I received my Bachelors degree in Special Education LBSI from Illinois State University in May of 2021. I currently teach at a transition program, teaching individuals with a wide range of disabilities who range from 18-22 years old. I...
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Bradi O.


Plainfield, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Speech Language Pathologist (in Training)

I have a bachelors degree in communication disorders and sciences and am currently working towards my masters and to become a Speech-Language Pathologist. I have background information within areas of speech, language, writing, spelling, reading, dyslexia, special needs, learning disabilities, cognitive disabilities, children...
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Zakary T.


Plainfield, IL

$15-17/hr2 yrs exp

Zak

I am a 19-year-old student majoring in special education. Since 8th grade, I've been volunteering with special needs children through different organizations. Prior to the pandemic, I was an assistant coach for Special Olympics gymnastics. The summer of 2019, I watched 2 school-aged boys about 2 days a week. I took them to...
Zakary can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Gaby . Ive been in the home health care field for 6 years. Ive taken care of patients who have had different disabilities and illnesses such as cancer, strokes, Alzheimer's- Dementia, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, etc. I am experienced with companion care , medication management, bathing, lifting, cooking and...
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Lisa S.


Joliet, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse

I have been a full time nurse for the past 10 years. In that time I have worked with several children with special needs and some very complex children who are medically fragile. I am very attentive to what the needs are and are able to respond quickly if a need should arise. I have also worked with several children and teens...
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Lydia M.


Bolingbrook, IL

$15-18/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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Laura W.


Joliet, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Job Coach/Life Skills

Hi, I have over 10 years experience working as an Aide and Job Coach in a Special Needs environment. I enjoy assisting and teaching kids/adults life skills and job skills. It's very rewarding to see a child/adult feeling empowered when they learn something new. My availability, Monday though Friday would be 4-8 p.m. and...
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Mariah G.


Plainfield, IL

$12-20/hr1 yrs exp

I have babysat and watched over kids since I was a young teenager. My brother is on the spectrum and I have also volunteered and hung out with children that have disabilities. I know pretty well how to interact with children on the spectrum or with learning difficulties. I am a very patient person and understanding when it comes...
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Lydia O.


Naperville, IL

$15-27/hr1 yrs exp

Experience with 1-3yrs. Experience with special needs. Lots of crafts, cooking, and baking. Knowledgeable with early development.
Lydia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Vanessa B.


Darien, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

My passion is helping and taking care or people (children and adults). I enjoy putting a smile on someone's face. I am friendly, efficient, organized, and responsible. I have volunteered at senior centers in the past. I have worked with special needs children and handicap individuals.
Vanessa can also help with: Respite care, personal care
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Jill C.


Naperville, IL

$15-30/hr1 yrs exp

Thoughtful, Responsible Care Giver

I am a responsible adult, capable of caring for seniors and special needs adults. I am a big fan of eating healthy and being active. I base my life around my faith and feel the care of a anyone in need is both an honor and a privilege. I can be trusted and have reliable references. I have a working, insured automobile. I have...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
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Emily B.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have 10+ years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I have worked with children, peers, and adults with mental, emotional, and physical impairments. I realize that finding the right fit for a caregiver/family is especially important in the case of caring for someone with special needs. I'd love to meet...

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