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Elaine P.


DeKalb, IL

$17-22/hr • 6 yrs exp

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I'm Elaine, a positive and happy person. I have experience with special needs children. I raised a child with anxiety, ADHD, OCD and depression. He turned out to be a Marine. I have also watched 5 children at once. If there is anything else you want to know, send me a message.
Elaine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Oyster P.


Aurora, IL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Sympathetic Caregiver for Special needs

Sympathetic Caregiver for Special needs
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Allison M.


Minooka, IL

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider

I have cared for a male adult that was visually handicapped, and a senior that had severe Parkinson disease. Also I baby-sat regularly twins with Aspberger's/ autism.
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Sydney P.


Ottawa, IL

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun, Caring Sitter

Hi! My name is Sydney, I'm currently a licensed Esthetician part side/ots. I've had previous experience with babysitting 1 2-year-old girl. I worked at Lincoln Elementary School in the Preschool classes for 3 1/2 years with special needs- behavior issues. Mostly Just I love kids so I'm currently looking for a full or part time...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
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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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Alma C.


Aurora, IL

$20-25/hr • 1 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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Amanda S.


Ottawa, IL

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Senior Home Care Assistance

After being a special needs nanny for most of my working career, I enjoyed working with seniors. I can assist with afternoon needs, including meal prepping, grocery shopping, errands, light housework, laundry, daily exercises, medication, and companionship. I find it important to put the needs of the senior community a priority....
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
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Ingrid M.


Yorkville, IL

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

I Am 19 Years Old, I Absolutely Love Kids, Of Any Age, And I Can Put A Smile On Anyone's Face. :)

I have almost 2 years of experience with kids with special needs. I can help with G Tubes and Bladder Management Assistance. I can also lift and transfer children. I am comfortable in any setting, I love pets, it is easy for me to become comfortable. Any other request I am happy to learn so your child can receive the best...
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Hector R.


Oswego, IL

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I'm Hector, I Been A Caregiver For 5 Years Have A Daughter With Special Need I Live In Oswego IL

I'd describe my personality as funny humble friendly kind and respectful and a good sence of humor I like caring for seniors because they go through life trying to understand why they get confused, sometime you have to sit back and understand there feelings and emotions and let them know that they are not alone: I'm looking...
Hector can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
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Isabella H.


North Aurora, IL

$23/hr • 1 yrs exp

Dedicated And Loving Caregiver

Hi, it's so nice to meet you! I am so excited for this opportunity as I will be able to gain experience and growth through my career in education! I can be described as someone who is kind, responsible, loving and caring. I am also a sophomore at Aurora University studying to be an early childhood sped teacher! As for my...
Skills:

CPR

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Rebecca S.


DeKalb, IL

$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part- Or Full-time Caregiver Available

I did respite care for a boy with ASD and have experience working with children with severe disabilities.
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Susan E.


Elburn, IL

$38/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mothers Right Hand

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am mother of 5 , last of my Mohicans graduated '22 ! I'm a juggler of duties. I can cook and clean well. I love kids all kids! I would like to be a mothers right hand in my work . My experience lies in special needs work and elderly . I'm looking for a fresh perspective and little hands that bring smiles daily . Activities and...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maria C.


Montgomery, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I've helped individuals with mobility assistance, meal prep, medication reminders, hospice care, blood pressure, bed and wheelchair transfers, gait belt/ hoyer lift use, light housekeeping, dementia, bathing, tube feeding and incontinence support. Flexible schedule. I've worked both one on one and in assisted living environment....
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August J.


Minooka, IL

$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is August & I am a bubbly, patient young woman who just loves to help out anyway I can! I have experience in caregiving for about 2 years now & I love it. I have experience in CPR, feeding, bathing, changing, tidying up the house, and more!
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Martha L.


Elburn, IL

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Brief Description of My Experience With Special Needs Children

I have worked with children with special needs since I was a child when my own mother got involved with children with special needs. My mothers brother that was Down's Syndrome and we cared for him. I also worked with and autistic teenager for 3 years. While in Asia during 2004 when the Asian Tsunami occurred, my husband and I...
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Norma T.


Sugar Grove, IL

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Excellent Resource For Any Special Needs

I have extensive experience caring for both adults, children, infants and babies with special needs. I am extremely patient and careful not just with how I approach the care duties but also, partnering with the parents and guardians responsible in the care plan or regular duties and schedules. I am honest, dependable and very...
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Isabella H.


North Aurora, IL

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Caring And Loving Nanny

Hello! My name is Isabella and I have over 3 years of hands-on experience working in childcare. I currently work at a daycare, where I care for children of various ages 0-5, helping them learn, play, and grow in a safe and nurturing environment. Additionally, I have experience working at a special needs camp, supporting children...
Isabella can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

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Bertha M.


Aurora, IL

$15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have seven years experience as a caregiver in Alzheimer's/ stroke, heart disease, cancer recovery, hospice, etc. I enjoy seeing the relief that I can bring to my clients and the relief of their relatives.
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Beth M.


DeKalb, IL

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi, my name is Beth! I am looking for a summer nanny position from June to August of 2015 and am open for occasional date nights as well. I started babysitting when I was 12 for the kids in my neighborhood. In high school I worked in a camp ground during the summer doing activities with kids. After high school, I nannied for a...
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Rebecca P.


Aurora, IL

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Graduate With Extensive Experience

Hello everyone! My name is Rebecca, and I have been babysitting and taking care of children since I was 15. I have worked with all age groups, from newborns to teenagers. Additionally, I have 1. 5 years of experience in a children's behavioral health clinic. I have experience with special needs, food allergies, and many...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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