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Special needs caregivers in Sycamore, IL

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Jared B.


Elgin, IL

$16-21/hr

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I am patient individual who is willing to tend to individual needs. I also have reliable transportation. I went to school and graduated as a medical assistant. I am comfortable with individual care, fist aid and with any age group.
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Amy D.


Elgin, IL

$16-22/hr4 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Amy and I'm a freshman at Michigan State University! I have 4+ 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, baking, and spending time...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, specialized care, personal care
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Paula M.


Rochelle, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Care Giver/Home Support Worker /Medication Management/Companion Care/Pet Sitter/

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have lived in the Galena Territory for the last 21 years. Moved to Rochelle in 2022 to be closer to family. 30+ years of care giving in all different levels. Experienced with neonatal, special needs, multiples, companion care, oxygen care, respite ray care, feeding tubes, urinary care, bowel programs, ostomy care,...
Paula can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hello, my name is Kaitlyn and I am 25 years old. I have 4 years of experience in working with individuals with special needs. I have volunteered and worked with them at multiple summer camps, and I used to work with special needs adults 21 years and older. In the time I've had the privilege and pleasure of working with these...
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Amy F.


Saint Charles, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Mary Poppins

My love for children has been a trait I have possessed since my early childhood. I have always been obsessed with babies, and as an adult, my friends have often referred to me as a baby-whisperer. I began babysitting when I was 15 years old, and have been entrusted with children ever since. I have experience with newborns,...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Madison F.


Rochelle, IL

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Adventurous Babysitter!

Hi! My name is Madison and I am 23 years old and a mom of a 2-year-old girl. I am looking to watch up to 3 kids, I am willing to come to your house with the exception that may daughter would have to come with me due to the fact I do not have anyone to watch her. Other than babysitting for family and neighbors since I was 13, I...
Madison can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
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Katie B.


Marengo, IL

$15-29/hr10 yrs exp

Hello my name is Katie. I have worked with kids for over 20 years. I do have experience working with kids that have Autism or ADD or ADHD and other disabilities. I think that is very important to always stay positive with everything that you do. I do enjoy arts and crafts, and playing games. I always have a smile on my face.
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Bridget S.


Elgin, IL

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

Bridget S From Elgin

I have worked in the healthcare setting for the last 17 years. I am currently licensed as a CNA and massage therapist. I have three kids and believe family is very important. I treat everyone with love and respect. Hope I get a chance to meet you soon.
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Kaitlyn H.


Cherry Valley, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Flexible Babysitter

Hi! Welcome to my profile. My name is Kaitlyn, and I am 25 years old. I have lived in the Cherry Valley area for about 17 years. I enjoy watching children of all ages, and have a few years of experience caring for them in after school care facilities, as well as private babysitting. I love kids and would love to provide you...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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"Kaitlyn is awesome! She babysat my two boys. She is flexible and sends us updates. My son asked when she was going to babysit again because he loved having her around! Highly recommend! "

Johana A.

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Taqia C.


Elgin, IL

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a positive 25-year-old experienced nanny, Esl teacher and mom of twins. I am passionate when it comes to helping children grow and develop. I've taken child care and development courses; able to execute lesson plans. I am a certified personal trainer & nutritionist. I have patients for children + others. I have experience...
Taqia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Devyn M.


Belvidere, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

My name is Devyn . I just graduated from Boylan High school! I have a lot of experience with children, and I love working with them! I have been working at Gigi's Playhouse for 6 years now, so I am qualified and comfortable watching children with special needs! I am very responsive to parents instructions. I'm a very positive...
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John B.


Marengo, IL

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver.

I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver. I enjoy conversing and providing companionship while looking out for your beloved family member's wellbeing. I am willing to provide light housekeeping, meal prep, and run errands as well.
I'm a passionate Nanny with a lot experience and a lot of love for helping kids. Right now, I care for a 9-year-old girl with cerebral palsy and 2-year-old twins, which lets me apply my knowledge and care every day. I have experience with children ages 0 to 6 and I am patient, attentive, responsible, and highly organized. I...
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Bridget B.


Huntley, IL

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Bridget! I have over 5 years of experience providing care for all ages. I am CPR certified and am currently attending school to become an ultrasound technician! I have experience with special needs children, bilingual children, infants/babies, and children up to the age of 13.
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Shaina B.


Belvidere, IL

$21/hr10 yrs exp

My Passion Is Caring For Others!

2.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 45 years of experience I can help with Home Care and Personal Care. I've worked with many families up to and including end of life care, stroke, dementia, and disability clients. I strive to make life easier and comfortable for those who are in my care. My strength exceeds my age, I can effortlessly lift clients to...
Shaina can also help with: Companionship, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Susan E.


Elburn, IL

$38/hr10 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jemima C.


Saint Charles, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun, And Reliable Nanny!

Hello, My name is Mima, and I am looking to nanny for a family beginning in January 2021 close to where I attend University in Dekalb, as an Elementary Special Ed. Major! Currently I am working as an Au Pair (live in nanny) in London, England for a family with a 6-year-old boy, and a 9-year-old girl with special needs. As a...
Jemima can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Lyndsey O.


Rochelle, IL

$15-16/hr6 yrs exp

I worked at opportunity house in sycamore with adults with disabilities for 6 years. I absolutely loved my job and loved helping each client. I loved to watch as they learned a new way of life as an independent adult.
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Mary O.


Dundee, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver For Special Needs

Hi, my name is Mary, and in High School, I was involved with in a deaf ministry with special needs. Now in college, for the past 2 years I have been involved in my church's special need ministry called Pathfinders. I believe that each individual is unique and created by God whether they have a condition or not.
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Courtney S.


Elburn, IL

$16-17/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Courtney and I currently work at an elementary school full time working as a building substitute. I am a very reliable and loving person:) I also used to work with special needs kids and will be starting my Master's Program in the Fall. I would love to come and meet your family and hopefully I can be the right fit...
Courtney can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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