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Jessica L.


Wonder Lake, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced CNA Available Full Time

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I have cared for people with special needs in the past and I love what I do. I have a niece with Down syndrome and she always brings a smile to my face.
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Rhonda L.


McHenry, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Special Needs

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Rhonda. I am CNA Certified and also have my certificate in dialysis. I have been doing home healthcare for the past 8 years. I recently cared for a gentlemen that's wheelchair bound and has heart, renal and diabetes. I transfer him from bed to wheelchair, to bathing, to dressing, prepare and serve meals, check...
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Dawn C.


McHenry, IL

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother And Nanny

4.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of a 20 yr old son, a 26-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 6-year-old boy. I have over 15 years babysitting and Nanny experience with all ages as well as special needs care. I find joy in helping children learn and grow. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, going to parks and taking nature walks. I am...
Dawn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her."

Shannon C.

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Anna N.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Do It All

Hi I'm Anna, 30 yrs old, live in McHenry, mom of two girls age 5yrs and 2 yrs. Experience in formal daycares and in-home care. Have worked with highly sensitive infants, autistic and special needs children, and ages from 6 weeks-14 yrs old. I am CPR and first aid trained, certification is out of date though! I am available...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Ana was very kind and enjoyable to be around with my daughter. She watched her for a date night and we were very pleased. "

Paige N.

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Sophia D.


McHenry, IL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am interested in your care job!! I have 14 years experience taking care of children of all ages. Also special needs kids. I am CPR certified and I have taken college courses on early child development and early learning. I am very out going and have alot of energy. I love being outside, teaching, and exercising. I'm...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Sophia is great. She provides my daughter and all the other kids lots of attention and care. There are a lot of toys for all ages and her home is always clean. My daughter loves going to her house and even talks about her home after she gets home, a great indicator...

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Valerie R.


Spring Grove, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 2 grown sons and a young, energetic grandmother of 7, ranging from 2 years to 15 years old. I have many years of experience caring for babies, toddlers, and adolescents. I have experience tutoring 6, 7, and 8th graders with IEP's. I also have extensive skills required for special needs and can perform various...
Valerie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Valerie took great care of my 2 younger children in the mornings, helping them get ready and get to the bus stop on time. She was warm and caring. I needed someone flexible since my job varies and Valerie was there whenever I needed her. I would highly recommend...

Nancy K.

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Ava S.


Hebron, IL

$20-27/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, I am Ava! I am 23 years old. I am the oldest of 6 siblings ranging from the ages of 20 to 3 years old. I have ample experience caring for newborns and toddlers and experience providing care for babies and toddlers with special needs (my youngest brother is vision impaired, epileptic, and has neurological issues that require...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kaila K.


McHenry, IL

$14-20/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi, I'm Kaila. I currently work at an elementary school with kids between the ages of 5-7 . I have also worked at a middle school with kids between the ages of 12- 13 . I have 2 younger siblings that are 13 & 10 that I have babysat since they were toddlers. I have nannied 3 kids ages between 1- 6 during the summer of 2023. In...
Kaila can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Taylor A.


McHenry, IL

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Taylor and I am currently a paralegal looking to go back to full-time nannying. I am very interested in finding a job working with children of any age! I previously was a full-time nanny for a family of 3 children (ages 3, 6 and 9). I was also a frequent sitter for a newborn. I coached a cheer squad for 2nd and...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Deborah A.


Woodstock, IL

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

12 Hour Caregiver Available

I am an experienced CNA who is loving, kind, dependable and have worked for 3 years. I can cook, clean the house, help with dressing, help with toileting, transferring, range of motion, medication reminder, grocery shopping, help with showering, escort to doctors appointments. I am highly organized, dedicated and with a positive...
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Marissa N.


Woodstock, IL

$25-36/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hello, I am Marissa and I've been an RBT for about 3 years now. While I cannot prove ABA services unless there is a BCBA present I am still able to work on essential daily living skills and I am comfortable with children who are aggressive as well as those who engage in SIB.
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Karen R.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Caring, Patient Professional Nanny

I have worked with special needs children as a special needs bus driver and summer school teacher's assistant for eight year. I have a cover letter and resume that I will bring to an interview. Thank you.
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Faith H.


Woodstock, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs children my whole life. My parents are foster parents, so I've seen a lot and babysat a lot.
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Sade C.


Woodstock, IL

$15-35/hr1 yrs exp

Very Nice Young Lady New Registered Nursing Assistant In The State Of Mn

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love working with the elderly and disabled. I enjoy caring for them and helping them lead happy lives.
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Violet B.


McHenry, IL

$14-18/hr4 yrs exp

I currently work for NSSEO kirk school it is a therapeutic day school that helps students with multiple disabilities ranging from autism to non ambulatory medical needs. I work part time a few days a week and I would like something either on the weekends or one or two days a week in the evenings around 5:00 pm
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Jessica R.


McHenry, IL

$17-30/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked with children with ASD for 3 years and have tons of experience with all ages. I have a master's in Special education and ABA
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Suzana G.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr

Sami Retired Registered Nurse

I have more than 25 years experience of working with all age categories patients including cerebral palsy, autism, mental development, diagnosis associated , dementia, diabetes, cancer patients, ALS, MS, autoimmune disorders. I am available for 4 days per week assignments.
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Antonina B.


McHenry, IL

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Accomplished Caregiver And Companion; Available Full Time, Wednesday - Sunday

I am an accomplished and compassionate caregiver with a strong history in healthcare delivery. I provided over 14 years of in-home service to a client with advanced stages of Multiple Sclerosis. I managed all aspects of her health and maintained a safe and secure environment. I'm experienced in working with paralyzed, cancer and...
Antonina can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Nichole R.


Woodstock, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

Hi there! My name is Nichole and I am 30 years old. I have been working with the special needs population for 8 years and am looking for a fresh new start in a different setting. I am comfortable working with both adults and children, and have experience helping individuals with an array of different developmental disorders. I...
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Lauren S.


Woodstock, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

As a Certified Nurse's Assistant, I have over 18 years of experience working with special needs individuals. I am a natural caregiver with a willingness to help those in need. From infants to older adults, I can assist with all activities of daily living. I am a fast learner that doesn't shy away from learning a new skillset in...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wonder Lake, IL

Dawn C.

5.0

Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her.

- Shannon C.

Anna N.

5.0

Ana was very kind and enjoyable to be around with my daughter. She watched her for a date night and we were very pleased.

- Paige N.

Sophia D.

5.0

Our kids love going to Sophia’s house. She helped when my son was getting potty trained (he did better at her house than mine) He is now a proudly potty trained little man. My daughter loves when she gets to go to Sophia’s always talks about how fun it is.

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Valerie R.

5.0

Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came through 100% and the kids love her. She stepped in and took grandma's place without skipping a beat. We are very lucky to have her in our lives.

- Alyce L.

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