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Special needs caregivers in Schiller Park, IL

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Flavia R.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Flavia B, 26 Yo From Brazil.

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a very kind, friendly and patient person. I strongly believe in relations with dialogue. I have been working as a caregiver since I was 18 years old. In my country I studied physiotherapy for 4 years and worked in the children's hydrotherapy area. I love to cook and I follow an organic diet as natural and fresh as possible,...
Flavia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Flavia nannied for my friend and I hired her to babysit my 3 and 5 year olds. She was great with my kids, trustworthy, fun, kind."

Rachel G.

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Kathleen L.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Teacher Looking For Summer Work!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Kathleen and I am a teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing. After graduating with my Master's degree, I moved to Chicago and began teaching this past year. I have always had a passion for working with children and am looking to spend time this summer continuing to work with families. I have had numerous childcare...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kathleen is wonderful! She is very enthusiastic and engaging. Upon meeting me and my son she put us both at ease with her fun personality and child-rearing instincts. My one-year old son really likes her and was practically pushing me out the door on her 3rd...

Crystaldawn A.

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Nesita S.


Chicago, IL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with special needs since 2014. I am currently getting my BCBA to become over all of my cases at an aba company that I've been working at for almost 5 years. I love working with special needs children and adults it is my passion. I love to see them grow within themselves to become independent adults.
5.0
"Met with her and she interacted with my son in a public place . Next she came over one evening to bond with him . Looking forward to working with this caregiver ."

Jessica P.

Hi! I'm a mother of 3, I have experience with special need kids. As I am a mother of a son with down syndrome! I'm very patient and loving. I am also very good at multitasking! I love socialize and care for others.
Irma can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, transportation
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Emily S.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hi! I have over 10 years of experience caring for individuals with special needs including severe/profound disabilities, dementia, stroke care and more. I am a current special education teacher looking for a part time opportunity. I have experience with grooming, bathing, and hygiene care. With me, individuals will receive...
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, dementia, errands, respite care & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

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Megan D.


Chicago, IL

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I studied psychology and child development in college. I got my first job as a part-time nanny at 14 years old, in which I worked with three children all under the age of three. I worked for this wonderful family all throughout high school and became very close with them. From there, I had two other long-term nanny positions...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alex R.


Chicago, IL

$19-24/hr4 yrs exp

I have experience working with children as a teacher and director's assistant at a preschool, therapeutic assistant caring for kids with special needs, and currently as a Master of Social Work student providing social emotional learning and behavior interventions at an elementary school.
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Stephanie S.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nannying/Babysitting

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting and nannying for the last 11 years. I have experience with anywhere from one to seven children and have worked with families that have children with special needs (autism and intellectual and physical disabilities). I love children and really pride myself on being present and encouraging with them. I can...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Evelyn V.


Lombard, IL

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Always Having Fun With The Kids, Love Activities, And Good With Animals!

I have 2 years of experience on and off since I was 15 and am now 20. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Grocery Shopping, animal care, special needs requests. I'm also CPR certified and have a para-educators license!
Evelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Cameron S.


Chicago, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am experienced caring for children of all ages, from newborns to adolescents. I find so much joy in working with children of all ages and abilities. I have worked as a babysitter, nanny and educator for over 15 years. I currently work as a Behavioral Therapist working in an intensive pediatric therapy clinic. I worked as a...
Cameron can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

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Bethany S.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Available Nanny(Montessori Training)

I am a 31-year-old creative and nanny, with over 12 years of experience. I have worked with over 50 children, all from a variety of backgrounds. During my nanny career I spent almost two years at the Woodland Montessori School and spent the last of my 8 months as the school's Inclusion Specialist. In this position I worked with...
Bethany can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Emily S.


Skokie, IL

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Emily and I have worked with special needs kids for as long as I can remember. My mom was a special needs teacher, and she taught me everything she knows. I have 2 years of paid experience tutoring kids with special needs, and over 10 years of volunteer experience. I volunteered at a special needs dance class,...
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Veronica D.


Chicago, IL

$20-24/hr

The Utmost Care

I work currently with a boy who has autism, and I have been surrounded by people with special needs my entire life. I love working with people of all ages who are neurodivergent and need extra assistance. Between autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and more, I have the patience, empathy, and understanding to get the job done while also...
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Simone P.


Glenview, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

I put my heart into everything I do. This summer I worked for Carousel Connections at Brandyweine Senior Living as a job coach for teenagers and young adults with special needs volunteering. I just moved back to the Windy City after being in Philadelphia. I graduated from Monmouth College with a B. A. in history and kinesiology....
Simone can also help with: Dementia, personal care
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Jasmine T.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

In high school, my friend worked at a special needs home for kids with autism. I went to work with her one day and I loved it. I wanted to apply right there but the positions were filled. My nephew also has special needs and I babysit him a lot. I am very responsible and have the patience. I love kids and I love helping those...
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Caytie B.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

I've worked as a full time nanny with different family for over seven years. I love my job and am hoping to find more families to help! I'm currently a college student studying healthcare and social media. I have experience caring for children of all different ages and abilities. This includes experience with children with...
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Carmen P.


Cicero, IL

$15-27/hr3 yrs exp

I have been caring for children since I was 16 years old, along with managing several businesses throughout the past couple of years. I have experience with newborns to 12 YO. Always maintain a vigilant eye on their health and safety. Engaging in an assortment of activities that meet children's educational and physical needs...
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Dashka B.


Glenview, IL

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

I am very good with most of things such as babysitting, senior help, special help, cleaning. I am mother of 3 children. There are all go to school that's why I am looking for something to do. I
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Barbara J.


Chicago, IL

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

We Have To Respect Elderly People.

A dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in providing care for individuals with special needs. Experienced in assisting those with dementia and stroke patients. Proficient in both Polish and English. **Professional Experience:** *Caregiver (Lake in the Hills, IL). Dates: 2/2021-8/2023. - Offered...
Barbara can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
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Allison B.


Glenview, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Nanny, And Tutor

Hello! My name is Allison and I am excited to be your babysitter, nanny, and/or tutor. I graduated from Elon University in 2019 with a BA in Human Services & International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I spent this past academic year working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Schiller Park, IL

Flavia R.

5.0

Flavia is amazing with children. She is one of the few caregivers we have hired that can handle all 3 kids of ours at one time with ease (one is an infant). My one child with special needs gravitated towards her instantly as well.

- Lindsay S.

Kathleen L.

5.0

Kathleen is wonderful! She is very enthusiastic and engaging. Upon meeting me and my son she put us both at ease with her fun personality and child-rearing instincts. My one-year old son really likes her and was practically pushing me out the door on her 3rd visit.

- Crystaldawn A.

Nesita S.

5.0

Met with her and she interacted with my son in a public place . Next she came over one evening to bond with him . Looking forward to working with this caregiver .

- Jessica P.

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