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Special needs caregivers in Wadsworth, IL

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Hannah L.


Wadsworth, IL

$23-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Nanny

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I've always had a passion for caring for children. I was fortunate to have a wonderful caregiver as a child and I hope to provide the same positive experience for other children. I also served as the caregiver for my special-needs aunt and found great joy in that role. I'm very social, friendly, and have a good sense of humor. I...
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Lisa H.


Lake Villa, IL

$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs

5.0

(1)

I've been working with kids with special needs and disabilities for the last four years through the Penguin Project of McLean County as well as being a student aide in the Rochester school district. This is a special group that utilizes the acting talents of kids with special needs and disabilities with a peer mentor on stage....
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Desiree D.


Kenosha, WI

$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Desiree! I'm a 43-year-old mother of two. I went back to work a few years ago and recently realized with both mine in school that I'd like to have a bit more flexibility and time available for them. I love children and our elderly and have worked with them for many years in many different settings. Recently, I...
Desiree can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Desiree loved and cared our children as if they were her own. From the beginning we felt confident that she was the perfect fit for our family. Although we no longer "work" together we remain in touch as friends! "

Kristin D.

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Mia M.


Libertyville, IL

$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hello! I have been babysitting since I was in 6th grade. I have also worked in a daycare (specifically the infant room), worked at a special needs summer camp, and have taken many child education courses at college. I am a self designed major at Carthage, however I have completed 3 years worth of education classes. I love...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mia is amazing!! She is great with kids of all ages (mine are 3, 8, 11). She always finds fun activities for each kid. Mia is punctual, responsible, and reliable. The kids always have a great time with her and request her as a sitter. Mia is a joy and I...

Jess P.

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Stephanie A.


Pleasant Prairie, WI

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

My Experience With Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I received my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education from UW- Whitewater and received my Masters degree in Education in Professional Development from UW- LaCrosse. I have been teaching for 15 years and love it! I I have taught 4K, 1st, and 2nd grade and have a wealth of knowledge in reading and math for families who may be...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Interviewed and babysat for a night out and was very pleased with how she cared for and interacted with my children. She was punctual and very warm and caring personality. Would have really loved for her to take our nanny position we have this summer. Definitely...

Colleen G.

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Melissa R.


Bristol, WI

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Child Care Worker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with babies from 3 months up to 13-year-olds. I've had up to 5 kids at one time babysitting. They have been boys and girls and of all different ages. I have prepared meals, made crafts, cleaned up the house, done laundry, and provided transportation for the children too. I also work in a day care and I work...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Melissa was amazing with our kids. She is very friendly and made our first experience with a non-family member babysitter very easy and relaxing. She is punctual, dependable, and great at communicating. It didn't take long for our kids to warm up to her. And our...

Carrie S.

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Lisa H.


Lake Villa, IL

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Human Trainer And Wrangler ;)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! Thanks for taking time out of your schedule to look at my profile! My name is Lisa and I graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor's of Arts and Science in Theater Design and Production. During my years there, I've learned such skills as sewing, various arts and crafts methods, and managing teams of people....
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I hired Lisa to watch my 5-year-old she was wonderful with her very caring thoughtful and energetic. She is the type of babysitter that is willing to get on the floor and play with the kids non-stop, she has a very creative mind and came up with super cool...

Stephanie C.

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John K.


Gurnee, IL

$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care With The Family Touch!

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! My wife and I have 3 kiddos. Youngest girl 2. I have an 8-year-old daughter who loves to come with me to supervise! She likes to play with the kids too. I am a professional caregiver that provides complete care for newborns, infants, toddlers, preschool, and school age. Short term & long term care. 1-40 hours....
John can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We love the fact that John is wonderful with our two toddlers, is punctual, friendly and reliable! We received text updates while we were away with how the kids were doing - which made us feel so comfortable. My daughter has already asked when John is going to...

Stephanie K.

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Aquina C.


Zion, IL

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Certified Caregiver

I am a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician CNA and soon to be LPN. Working with you or your loved one is a passion that I enjoy AND also Special needs. It's a career that I was born for and deeply enjoy. My job is to make your life easier. I provide a variety of services. I...
5.0
"She is vey loving and care for whoever she is responsible for. She has a heart of Gold."

Jessika H.

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Priscilla D.


Libertyville, IL

$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

A compassionate caregiver (CNA) with a strong history in home health care. My expertise is genuinely caring for the seniors needing assist in everyday living . I am a quick learner, someone who is efficient and can multitask, a person who is reliable and dependable. My background experience consists of 13+ years of elderly care,...
5.0
"Priscilla is very professional and caring. We are so fortunate to have her taking care of our mom. "

Darleena W.

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Sarah M.


Libertyville, IL

$18-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Childcare, 9 Years Experience. Some Basic Elderly Care And Special Needs Experience.

Hi!! I'm a senior. I have 9 years of experience with childcare and basic elderly care as well as some experience with people with special needs. I am willing to help with pet care and household chores.
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Jennifer J.


Grayslake, IL

$19-46/hr • 7 yrs exp

Honored To Help Any Family With Their Needs

I raised my family and am interested in helping other families with their child care needs. I have a 20-year-old son and 22-year-old son who no longer need me. I had a child that had HLHS and eventually had a heart transplant. I believe my experience with my son can offer relief for families with special needs children. I enjoy...
Jennifer can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Janelle W.


Waukegan, IL

$30/hr • 9 yrs exp

I've dedicated almost a decade of my life to caring for children because I'm passionate their growth and development. In that time, I've acquired the skills that make me an ideal caregiver: patience, creativity, and a friendly disposition. I communicate effectively with parents about their children's day and any issues that may...
Janelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Maia A.


Kenosha, WI

$10-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter With Childhood Education

1.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience for 9 plus years in Childcare centers working with children 6weeks to 12 years along with caring for special needs children of all ages. I have experience with curriculum and can incorporate it into daily activities so learning is always going on. I love being outside and doing arts and crafts. I do have a baby...
Maia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Mayolita M.


Grayslake, IL

$14-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a Certified aid in the state of Illinois and have taking care of adults with many disabilities as well as children. I have 14 years experience under supervised nurses and have been properly trained with many different situations and care that are needed to be handled. I hope I can answer more of your questions in a further...
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Marjorie B.


Lake Villa, IL

$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Caregiver Home Visits Or Part-Time Caregiver

Caring, compassion, skillful, honest and outgoing registered nurse with vast experience in home care visits, including ADL's, IV management, medication administration, hospice, & wound care in pediatrics and geriatrics.
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Nickea Y.


Zion, IL

$25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello, I've worked with children with special needs for a few years, I know how to work just about any wheelchair, I've done senior care, and I love my attention to detail.
Nickea can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Monica S.


Grayslake, IL

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver!

When I was in high school, I had been involved in the Special Needs department for almost 2 and half years! I was involved in a group called Peer Partners and helped the kids in their gym activities. Later on I ended up babysitting one of my favorite kids after school. He is non-verbal and suffers a unique form of down syndrome....
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Roseleen B.


Lake Villa, IL

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Service For Full-Time Job

My experience with special needs services is that I worked in a nursing home in Lake Bluff. I worked as a RTA (restorative therapist assistant). I worked there for about a year and a half, and I worked in the rehabilitation department. I have also done other various in-home care for seniors, for a woman who was a paraplegic.
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Grace D.


Libertyville, IL

$15/hr • 9 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter/nanny

I have been babysitting since I was 13, and if I wasn't then I was watching my younger brother. I always have loved hanging out with little kids and getting to spend time with them. In high school, I volunteered with children for several years. My first year I worked with special needs kids and taught educational and cooking...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wadsworth, IL

Desiree D.

5.0

Desiree loved and cared our children as if they were her own. From the beginning we felt confident that she was the perfect fit for our family. Although we no longer "work" together we remain in touch as friends!

- Kristin D.

Mia M.

5.0

Mia is amazing!! She is great with kids of all ages (mine are 3, 8, 11). She always finds fun activities for each kid. Mia is punctual, responsible, and reliable. The kids always have a great time with her and request her as a sitter. Mia is a joy and I sincerely recommend her.

- Jess P.

Stephanie A.

5.0

Interviewed and babysat for a night out and was very pleased with how she cared for and interacted with my children. She was punctual and very warm and caring personality. Would have really loved for her to take our nanny position we have this summer. Definitely would recommend her! I will...

- Colleen G.

Melissa R.

5.0

Melissa was amazing with our kids. She is very friendly and made our first experience with a non-family member babysitter very easy and relaxing. She is punctual, dependable, and great at communicating. It didn't take long for our kids to warm up to her. And our hardest critic, our 4 year old, gave...

- Carrie S.

Lisa H.

5.0

My three children (2, 7, 9) all adore Lisa and so do we. At the start of the school year she not only watched our 2 year old but also made sure the old two were logged in for classes remotely and she helped them with their work when needed. She made breakfast and lunch for all three kids. She...

- Anna G.

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