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Melissa R.


Crete, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/babysitter

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Hello my name is Melissa. I'm 32 years old with 15+ years of experience, newborn-16. I am very comfortable with all the experiences which come with taking care of children, including special needs. I have spent several years working in Childcare with 3 families in particular long term. I realized once I had my own kids, the...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Shamari A.


Matteson, IL

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Mari Nice To Meet You! My Availability Is Saturdays Only Until Further Notice.

Hello my name is Mari I have plenty of experience in Child care services. Especially working with children with special needs. I work as a special education paraprofessional and training to become a registered behavior technician. I'm also CPR and AED certified. I'd describe my personality as Kind, Charismatic, and...
Hi! My name is Breeana! I am 23 years old and currently working as an RBT working with special needs children. I am highly interested in working with people of all ages as I just love sharing my care and love for others. I would describe myself as outgoing, personable, and always ready for a challenge!
Breeana can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, transportation & more
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Angela B.


Matteson, IL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Skilled Caregiver/CNA

My name is Angela. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, with CPR certification. I take great joy in helping those in need. Please contact me to discuss your personal needs.
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Lakeia P.


Crete, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
I've been caring for children on and off since I was a babysitter in high school/college, and I love helping them learn and grow. I also have a 9-year-old daughter! I've worked with children of all ages, from infants to preteens, and I have experience caring for children with special needs. My approach to childcare is focused...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling
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Heidi K.


Matteson, IL

$15-25/hr

Elderly Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Previous experienced elderly caregiver. Housekeeping, cooking, medications, took care elderly woman who passed away age 87. Also several years caregiver to eldery male who had cancer and passed away. Companionship also experienced with pets. Used to be medical tech. 30 years ago.
I have my bachelor's degree in Rehabilitation and Disabilities Counseling and I am currently getting my master's degree in Occupational Therapy to work with children with special needs. I worked at Daycare for a year working with a mixed of children ages 6months to 12years old, but mainly 3 years olds. As a future occupational...
Courtney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Caitlin S.


Frankfort, IL

$15-18/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I am Caitlin and I am studying nursing at Joliet Junior College! When I was younger, I watched my brothers after school and volunteered in my church's special needs classroom. This past year, I have started to babysit for other families. I typically bring fun games and love doing crafts with kids!
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Heidi K.


Matteson, IL

$13-31/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care, Senior Care, Pets Care And Special Needs.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Senior care provider. 40 plus years experience. Cooking, cleaning. Pet care 45 years experience. Day hours only part time. Yearly Flu shots and 6 Covid vaccines and RSV vaccine. Companionship. Used to be medical tech. Experience with tracheotomy and special care needs. . Experience 5 seniors long term. All deceased.
Heidi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lyia S.


Crete, IL

$17/hr6 yrs exp

Hello My Is Lyia . I Am Originally From Chicago, Illinois

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as fun, loving and honest I like working with kids because they bring joy to my life I'm looking for a job that will always make me want to come back and enjoy what I do I started working with kids when I was 16 at my old child. I worked in the daycare and the christen school In my spare time,...
Lyia can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello! My name is Maggie and I have worked with kids for the last 15 years! My experience ranges from babysitting to working professionally with kids in a therapeutic setting. I also have experience working with special needs children, particularly children on the Autism spectrum. I work full time as a child and adolescent...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning
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Briana R.


Country Club Hills, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Certified Assistant Teacher (Early Childhood/SPED)

Hello, my name is Briana and I am a certified teacher with four years of experience with children and individuals with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, etc. I received my bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with an emphasis in family social services from Northern Illinois...
Briana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Kristalyn T.


Frankfort, IL

$25/hr

Responsible Specialized Funmaker

I'd describe my personality as patient, kind and creative. I like working with kids because they are fun and have lots of things to teach us. I'm looking for a job that is flexible. I started working with kids when I started babysitting at the age of 11! In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family, bake, read and...
Kristalyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Margaret H.


Frankfort, IL

$18/hr5 yrs exp

Child care

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, responsible, compassionate I like working with kids because I grew up around kids of all ages in clinics as well as in my own home, my sister is 8 years younger than me so I learned a lot as I helped her grow up! I also like working with kids because it's fun and never dull! I'm...
Margaret can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Jillian V.


Frankfort, IL

$13-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I'm a kind, reliable caregiver. I have been a full-time nanny for 8 years. I have several reviews on Care. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks, Jillian
Dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs through compassion, understanding, and meaningful connections. Advocate for inclusivity and empowerment.
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Karen R.


Crete, IL

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part - Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am looking for someone that is in need of my assistance. I have experience helping all types of ages with different backgrounds. I have a reliable transportation and love pets! I am a very positive person, and I can take on several task at a time. I am easy to talk to and love doing crafty things.
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Reese P.


Frankfort, IL

$16-25/hr6 yrs exp

am an energetic sitter with a genuine passion for caring for children. I am a recent college graduate with a degree in psychology, focusing on human development and disability studies. I have 5+ years of paid experience as a nanny and working with children. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have extensive experience with...
My name is Stefanie, I am 44 years old and work full-time as a 1:1 in a special needs school which I absolutely LOVE! I have experience with all ages of children and those who have Autism (verbal & non-verbal), Down Syndrome , ADHD, Anxiety, processing delays and occasional behavioral issues. My favorite things to do with my...
Stefanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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