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Lorraine G.


Glendale Heights, IL

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual Experienced College Student Available for Babysitting

4.5

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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working with children of all ages. I've been working with children since I was 15 years old. But I've been a professional nanny since 20. I have excellent references upon request. I finished my associates degree and completed 3 years towards a nursing degree. I am a certified nurses assistant. I reside in Glendale...
Lorraine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"She is currently caring for my 2 girls (3 yo and 6 yo) and she is great. She takes the girls to activities and play dates. She is a natural with kids! We are very happy with her. "

Patricia V.

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Tracy S.


Bartlett, IL

$20-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...
Tracy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I could have asked for to watch our little guy!"

Christina K.

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Nicoleta R.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

3.0

(2)

I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
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Dimone L.


Carol Stream, IL

$20-21/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Preschool Student Teacher Looking For Part-Time Job

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Good Morning, I live in Carol Stream with my baby girl and looking for a job babysitting some amazing children this year in my free time . I am interested in babysitting your child I have 9 years in paid childcare experience as well as CPR/First Aid/AED certified. I have worked in daycare' s, Summer Camps with children ages...
Dimone can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Jen F.


Elgin, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Tutor Or Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I currently teach in a self-contained special education classroom. This is my 8th year of teaching. I hold a Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction with Specialized Endorsements in Special Education and English as a Second Language from National Louis University. I also have a bachelor's degree in Elementary...
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Lorraine G.


Glendale Heights, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time / As Needed Care Giver Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Lorraine. I m 34yrs old. I'm a certified nurses assistant and have completed 3 yrs towards a nursing degree. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am naturally patient, loving and nurturing. I believe in treating the people I care for with respect and as though they are a...
5.0
"Lorraine assisted me with transportation and after care of surgery. She is dependable, kind, willing to run errands for me. Would highly recommend her and would definitely hire her again. She was so nice and a pleasure to have with me as I recovered. 5 stars!"

Susan C.

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Judith C.


Palatine, IL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver and Respite Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with all ages and a wide variety of special needs clients. I have 14 plus years of experience both professionally and personally. I have a BA degree and am certified in CPR, CPI, DSP and QRMP. I've done substitute teaching in IL and taken First Aid. I love this line of work and can honestly say that I love going to...
Hi! My names Samantha!! I'm 23 I'm located in palatine! I love to be a helping hand. I have twin brothers with special needs who I've helped take care of while my mother works full time. I enjoy hiking, art, animals. My dream job would a special needs therapist. I love problem solving I love pets I have a cat and 3 dogs! I'm a...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
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Amy D.


Elgin, IL

$16-22/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Amy and I'm a recent high school graduate looking for a summer nannying position! I have 3+ years of experience with ages 3 months through 12 years, along with 3 years working with teenage students with special needs. I'm CPR certified and have reliable transportation. With kids, I love creating fun crafts,...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, errands, personal care, light cleaning
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Olivia K.


Schaumburg, IL

$16-18/hr6 yrs exp

Friendly, Kind, Responsible Babysitter

I am CPR certified and I have my drivers license. I can cook, clean, do laundry, and general house work along with childcare. I've also worked in a preschool and with special needs children. I can help with pre-K through junior high tutoring. And I've had my babysitting license in the state of Illinois for 6 years, and have tons...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sophia P.


Barrington, IL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Sophia P. I am a rising junior in college at Virginia Tech studying architecture. I love kids and have worked with them in the past in both babysitting and volunteering at a therapeutic riding center for special needs kids. I am patient, responsible, organized, fun and active. My schedule is very flexible (day and time)...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Bernadette N.


Schaumburg, IL

$30-45/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs RN Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate and dependable nurse, I have been working in a hospital in Michigan for 3 years, just recently moved to Illinois. In the past, I also worked in a nursing home and home care for 3 years too. I pride myself in the ability to adapt to any situation and learn new skills quickly. I have assisted clients/patients...
Bernadette can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, personal care, respite care, visiting nurse
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Alexis P.


Saint Charles, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

DSP

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

CPR certification First aid certification Experience with adults who have dementia/ Alzheimer's. Experience with children on special needs Experience with MS Experience with osteoporosis
Alexis can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

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Mikayla T.


Elgin, IL

$16-23/hr1 yrs exp

Hi there, my name is Mikayla. I provide childcare/housekeeping services. I am fully certified to handle food, and cook fairly well so I can help with meals. I am CPR certified and I also am pursuing a career working with autistic children. I'm very calm and patient and I do work currently but some weeks I work less than others....
Mikayla can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Silvia L.


Roselle, IL

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have truly enjoyed working as a caregiver for seniors or special needs for around 8 years. I am a patient, empathetic, respectful person who values honesty and compassion. It is very important to me to do my best in my work.
Silvia can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Kelly F.


Palatine, IL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

I Would Love To Help Your Family Out In Anyway I Can!

My name is Kelly! I've been in childcare and senior care for 5+ years. I previously worked in healthcare but am looking for a career change! I am CPR and bls certified and have extensive first aid training. I am upbeat and love kids and energetic and I love making peoples day better. I have worked with special needs children...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Grace H.


Arlington Heights, IL

$16-20/hr7 yrs exp

Student Looking To Babysit/Nanny

Hello! I am Grace, a recent graduate from Arizona State University. I have 7+ years of experience with childcare, tutoring, and teaching ages newborn-14. I have most recently served as a substitute teacher and classroom aide at a therapeutic day school for elementary school aged children with special needs. I can help with...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Shara N.


Schaumburg, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver/pet Sitter

I worked for an Association for 10 years and loved working with people that need a bit of extra help. I also have a Type 1 diabetic son who is on the spectrum and struggles with comprehension among other issues. I would love to connect with a family and fulfill my passion of helping others. I also have a love for cats, which I...
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Holly B.


Palatine, IL

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

At Home Sitter

I am a reading teacher in Schaumburg and am looking for a child to watch over the summer. I have a 2-year-old daughter who would love a playmate. We will be going on lots of walks, playing in the backyard, and reading tons of books this summer!
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Paola N.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$16-18/hr4 yrs exp

My Goal Is To Graduate From College As A Preschool Teacher.

Hi, I'm Paola and I love kids! I have been babysitting since 2021, and have experience with preemies, children, teenagers and everything in between . I'm dependable and honest. I've nannied for many families before, and I have experience with special needs (autism, etc). I enjoy playing outside, arts and crafts, and reading...
Paola can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Streamwood, IL

Lorraine G.

5.0

Lorraine was my nanny for my two girls for 3 years. I decided to be home full-time so I no longer needed her as a nanny. However, she still works for us for date nights. My girls love Lorraine. While being our nanny she was punctual, reliable and dependable. I would hire her as our nanny again if I...

- Amanda M.

Tracy S.

5.0

Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I could have asked for to watch our little guy!

- Christina K.

Lorraine G.

5.0

Lorraine assisted me with transportation and after care of surgery. She is dependable, kind, willing to run errands for me. Would highly recommend her and would definitely hire her again. She was so nice and a pleasure to have with me as I recovered. 5 stars!

- Susan C.

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