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Rebecca S.


DeKalb, IL

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part- Or Full-time Caregiver Available

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


Yorkville, IL

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

I've worked with disabled intellectual individuals for over 9 years now. I can preform anything between hands on care, giving medications, or running errands if needed. I have a wide range of experience so don't be afraid to ask any questions you may have! My goal is that you and your family feel comfortable and and at ease...
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Amy F.


Yorkville, IL

$25-34/hr5 yrs exp

Responsible Babysitter

Available Friday night 6:00 p.m. through Sunday night 10 p.m. I work during the week 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in customer service. I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, swimming supervision, bathing, feeding, meals, cooking, transportation, activities, errands, pets, person assistant, etc. I...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Bertha M.


Aurora, IL

$15/hr7 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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Cindy M.


Ottawa, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I'm compassionate and caring. A mom and a grandmom. I've taught toddler room, twos and threes, and helped out with infants and school age in a private daycare. I currently work in the school system as a substitute teacher when in session, and in the past as an individual aide to special needs students , and in the capacity of a...
Cindy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Mikayla R.


Yorkville, IL

$15-17/hr1 yrs exp

I worked with children who have special needs for about a year and feel that I have enough experience to help out.
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Hope M.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a childcare provider with over 30 years of professional experience and almost 20 years of experience as a mom. I have experience with all ages, from newborns to teens, multiples, neurodivergent children, and children with disabilities. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified, including infant and pediatric certification, and...
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Oyster P.


Aurora, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Sympathetic Caregiver for Special needs

Sympathetic Caregiver for Special needs
Hi There! I'm Danielle! I have 13 years experience working with kids of all ages starting in middle school watching my neighborhood's kids while they ran errands, to working in daycare centers as well as center for children with special needs! I'm very detail oriented and follow instructions closely, being sure to care for your...
Danielle can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have been doing home health care for about 3 years. I have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia clients, one on one care, full assistance (quadriplegic), and since I have moved to Illinois, I am currently working in a group home with 13 individuals, all with different developmental disabilities.
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Angelic B.


DeKalb, IL

$16-27/hr10 yrs exp

I've been a CNA for 10 years working with many individuals with mental health conditions and other health conditions. I'm patient and a quick learner to understand and help with ADL's.
Hi! My name is Christine and I am looking for a companion job for a senior citizen. I have always been passionate about taking care of people. This is what I was put on Earth to do. I have four (adult) children of my own. I have many years of experience working with special-needs individuals. I am very down-to-earth and...
I work as a paraprofessional for a school with kids in special needs , I have the ability to recognize they're needs .
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Rebecca P.


Aurora, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Graduate With Extensive Experience

Hi! 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. I have experience with special needs, food allergies, and many different types of health issues as well. Parents I have worked for have described me as dependable and...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Lanetta Myara C.


DeKalb, IL

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

Lala C.

My name is Lanetta , I go by Lala. I have a little over 7 years of babysitting/nanny experience. I've worked with children of all ages and all abilities and disabilities. I am loving, patient, kind, and have a passion for caring for children. I am currently an elementary education major at Northern Illinois University! As for...

Paulina U.


Oswego, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hi! My name is Paulina and I am 23 years old. I have experience watching kids of all ages including kids with special needs. I was involved with Special Olympics in high school as a peer and also helped during adaptive PE and art classes. I love love love spending time with kids and animals. I have babysat all throughout high...
Paulina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more

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