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Roseleen B.


Lake Villa, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Service For Full-Time Job

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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/hr9 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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kelisha S.


Waukegan, IL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

I have been working with children for the past 4 years. I started out as a site coordinator for an after-school program and from there I went on to work with local school districts as a paraprofessional for self-contained classrooms. I worked with children on the autism spectrum and those who struggled with behavioral and adhd...
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Maxine F.


Kenosha, WI

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

I've been working as a behavior technician at an ABA clinic, Caravel Autism Health, for autistic children ages 2-6 since January of 2023. I am currently working to get my RBT(Registered Behavior Technician) certification. I have been trained in providing ABA services for young children, and I love it!
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Sandra G.


Waukegan, IL

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

I do not have any paid experience I only have personal experience with my 6 1/2-year-old son. He is low functioning autism, global development delay, apraxia, hyperactivity. I am very loving and understanding and reliable. I have also many years experience as a full time nanny.
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Claire K.


Gurnee, IL

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

Hi! My name is Claire and I am a Junior at the University of New Hampshire! I am in a six year Doctoral Occupational Therapy program and in the future want to work in pediatrics! At school, I work at the Child Study and Development Center in the toddler room. I have worked at Warren Special Recreation Association since I was 16...
Claire can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Dawne S.


Grayslake, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Welfare Attendant

I worked for 15 years for the Chicago Board of Education with many different children (of all ages) with special needs.
Hello! My name is Lauren. I don't have any paid experience as a child care worker; however, I'm a mom of 3 kids. I'm also a CNA of 14 years. I'm also CPR/AED/BLS certified. I'm available to do anything you need. I'm also willing to work with special needs children. I have experience with that because my son also has special...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Desiree D.


Kenosha, WI

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Companion, Teacher, Caretaker

Hi! I'm a 37-year-old mother of two and feel like I'm we'll versed in different work experiences. Some of which comes from volunteering for meals on wheels, and in my local soup kitchen. Weekly visits to my grandfather's assisted living community as well as assisting my mother in the care of my grandmother. I was a special needs...
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Maria T.


Waukegan, IL

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked as a paraprofessional for the Special Education District for 2 years and at kinder care for 1.
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Yajaira C.


Waukegan, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

Worked at daycare in Waukegan. Have references if you need them. Part time year experience.
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Maria Fe R.


Libertyville, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual Neuroeducational Educator

My personal and professional experiences have uniquely prepared me to be a strong candidate for this position. I've worked in the education field for over a decade across Peru, Spain, and the U. S., with a focus on neurodiversity and inclusive practices. I founded and directed a neuroeducational center in Peru, where I developed...
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Corina A.


Libertyville, IL

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Kind And Nurturing Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy spending time with the elderly. So much to learn from them. I can definitely say that my life was greatly enriched while provide help and assistance to the elderly. Learning from their life experience and wisdom made me a better person. I have personal and work experience assisting those with special needs due to aging...
Corina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
Skills:

CPR

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Katelyn M.


Kenosha, WI

$14-20/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi all! I am a very responsible, reliable, organized, and hard-working individual. I am looking to provide care to children, seniors and pets, in addition to other tasks such as tutoring. I have ample experience working with children, special needs individuals, and seniors. I am currently attending Marquette University as a...
Katelyn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

I have a degree in special education. I was a special education teacher for 3 years and worked with non-verbal autistic students.
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Danielle H.


Gurnee, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Disney Danielle

I like working with kids because they are imaginative and creative. I think it is important to foster that and support their individuality. Currently, I work as a childcare provider where we care for those 4 months old all the way up until 12 years old. Previously, I was a nanny and caregiver and have experience with special...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CNA

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Lauren H.


Kenosha, WI

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Smile Creator

I have 13 years of experience as a CNA. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing. I can also help with housekeeping, meal preparation and run errands or anything else to make your day easier. I have primary experience with dementia/Alzheimer's. I also have some experience with special needs. I am very...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

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Janelle Z.


Antioch, IL

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Super Friendly And Believe In Helping Others

Nice to meet you! I look forward to meeting you and helping you out and be of assistance to you. I am very reliable, responsible, and will give communication updates as much as you would like.
Hi, My name is Kayla! My experience ranges from newborns to teenagers. My experience also includes working with special needs children age ranging from newborns to up to 17 years old. I have been a date night, occasional or just a "sanity check" sitter for 5+ years. I work full time so I am only available evenings!
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Allison L.


Pleasant Prairie, WI

$10-40/hr4 yrs exp

Fun, Patient, And Engaged Nanny!

I am a licensed teacher in Kenosha. Also, I have been an in-home nanny and caregiver for years for a variety of different families. I am able to provide transportation and transport children. With being an education major I am able to help tutor and provide academically enriched opportunities. I am able to speak Spanish as well....
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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