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Priscila M.


Downers Grove, IL

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Family, I am a professional Nanny with the following certifications and experiences: More than 15, 000 thousand hours proven with children from 0 to 8 years old. (Certified By Cultural care Au pair) - Aid CPR AED certified (American Heart Association). - Special Needs Experience:(Autism and ADHD). - Managing ADHD, Autism,...
Priscila can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Priscilla to babysit our 7 year old daughter. Everything went extremely well and our daughter is really excited to see her again! Would not hesitate to recommend"

Julie C.

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Lorraine G.


Glendale Heights, IL

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual Experienced College Student Available for Babysitting

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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Lorraine was our nanny for about 4 years (up until I decided to leave my job and be home full-time). She was wonderful with our kids; she is dependable, has lots of common sense, and truly cared about our kids. She is a safe driver, responsible, and a warm,...

Katherine B.

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Eva C.


Bensenville, IL

$19/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Prefer

I have lot of experience with children from newborn- 11 years old, twins, special needs kids,. I worked as a professional child giver 7 years , and I have my own 2 kids 5, 7(special need).
Eva can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Vanessa B.


Darien, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

My passion is helping and taking care or people (children and adults). I enjoy putting a smile on someone's face. I am friendly, efficient, organized, and responsible. I have volunteered at senior centers in the past. I have worked with special needs children and handicap individuals.
Vanessa can also help with: Personal care, respite care
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Grace V.


Wheaton, IL

$15-18/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm currently a certified nurses assistant at a local nursing home here in Wheaton and currently looking for one time care . I however do not drive currently but I am super reliable. I have experience with all ages including adults and children with a variety behavior and or special needs. I also have experience working with...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Virginija S.


Willowbrook, IL

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! . I have a lot of experience with special needs kids for the last 20 years.
Virginija can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Selena M.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

About Me:

I am a 21-year-old graduate student at Saint Louis University in PT school. I have 4 years of nannying and babysitting experience with toddlers and children with special needs!
Selena can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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: Errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning
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Sydney B.


Maywood, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Musical Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello I am a nanny and a graduate of the University of Texas, Austin (Master's in Special Education). I have been working in Chicago for the last 2. 5 years as a nanny, and have 14+ years of nanny and special needs caregiving experience in Texas and Maine. I enjoy integrating children's music and second language learning...
Sydney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Toni H.


Woodridge, IL

$20/hr1 yrs exp

I'm A Very Respectable And Trust Worthy Person. I Have Great Rapport With All My Clientele.

I actually went to school to train for this position; it became a passion of mine after having to deal with my brother's epilepsy. As a child, that was very hard for me, but as I got older, I decided to get trained in case there were ever a incident outside of my home where I could help the person in need.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Izzie! I am the oldest of six kiddos, one of whom has special needs. I believe that kids have so much to share with the world because they approach relationships with curiosity and honesty, and I have learned so much by being around them. I am passionate about creativity, life-giving ideas, learning, and having fun! I...
Isabelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Grace V.


Wheaton, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I am a certified nursing assistant for 3 years. I have work in long term, skilled and in home care. For a variety of adults and seniors with special needs. I have work with teens as well but has a few years. starting next year, I'll be attending college to study healthcare management.
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Penelope B.


Chicago, IL

$18-24/hr2 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Crafts Expert.

Hello, my name is Pen! I'm 20. I've been working with kids of all ages for 4years now. I'm comfortable with children of all ages and pets of all kinds! During the school year I work as a paraprofessional. I have experience with children with special needs. I'd describe my personality as creative, loud and excepting. I like...
Penelope can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Deborah K.


Elmhurst, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Currently a Childcare Teacher and Assistant Director

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a professional nanny with over 20 years experience. In Arizona I was an assistant special needs teacher and assistant kindergarten teacher, Director of the Before and After School program for 8 years. I was also a Childcare Assistant Director at a childcare facility in Arizona. Since January 2012, in Illinois, I was a nanny...
Deborah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Kayla R.


Roselle, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with travel, crafts, daily activities and chores around the house. I have worked with special needs kids through a functional neurology clinic for the past 6 and a half years as a neurology assistant. I am a Doctor of Chiropractic and a diplomat in Functional Neurology. I love and have...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Isabella M.


Woodridge, IL

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Reliable, Fun, And Responsible Nanny/babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Are you looking for a responsible, reliable, and fun nanny or babysitter? That's me! My day job is working 1 on 1 with special needs children, and I have lots of nannying and babysitting experience.
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kathryn B.


Wheaton, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Trauma Informed Respite Care Provider

I have an associates in early childhood, and was a preschool teacher before I got married and started a family. I've been a stay at home mom for 20 years to five kids, two of which have special needs. I was a safe family host to children in need, and a respite caregiver for overnights and weekends to families in need. I have...
Kathryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated and nurturing nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages and backgrounds including those with special needs. My approach to childcare focuses on creating a warm, safe, and structured environment where children feel encouraged to explore, learn, and grow. I prioritize open...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Emily G.


Roselle, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I have about 12 years of experience with children and 3 years experience as a full and part-time nanny. I have been with children from infant-10 years old. I also have experience with children with special needs. I truly enjoy interacting with kids and watching them grow and learn. I have developed great relationships...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Melenie D.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Please Feel Free To Ask Anymore Questions About Myself!

As a caregiver with two years of experience, I love nurturing children's minds and spirits. My passion for childcare grew through babysitting, where I created safe and stimulating environments. I've also worked as a camp counselor for kids ages 3-5 and cared for a 2-week-old baby and a 2-year-old. I have also worked with special...
Melenie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance

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