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Rebecca L.


Mundelein, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

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I have experience with emotional, mental, physical and medical special needs. I can take care of kids or adults. I have experience with epi pen, insulin, feeding tube, non-verbal, autism, wheel chairs, and hoyer.
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Nicolette M.


Antioch, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Domestic Wisdom

I have 17 years experience as a Child Care Provider and 9 Years as a CNA. I have my own business and I have been a housekeeper.
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Jenna B.


Huntley, IL

$19-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Flexible Educator And Caregiver

Hi, I'm Jenna! I am a former special education teacher and auntie to 3 nephews. I have plenty of experience with children, including those with special needs.
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Cara P.


Grayslake, IL

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

I have 12 years experience as a pediatric nurse working emergency department, and help with special needs as well.
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John B.


Marengo, IL

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver.

I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver. I enjoy conversing and providing companionship while looking out for your beloved family member's wellbeing. I am willing to provide light housekeeping, meal prep, and run errands as well.
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Mica R.


Marengo, IL

$25/hr3 yrs exp

As a caretaker who currently works with special needs children, I want to make a positive impact on the lives of children. My patient and friendly nature allows me to easily connect with children and their parents. When it comes to communicating about a child's day, I follow the parents' preferred method, whether it's verbal...
Mica can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Mayolita M.


Grayslake, IL

$14-30/hr10 yrs exp

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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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Laura D.


Cary, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mature And Experienced With BA In Psychology

Supervised group homes for developmentally disabled children and adults, writing and implementing Individual Service Plans to assist clients to reach highest potentials, implementing behavioral plans, supervising and training care staff.
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Ursula S.


Grayslake, IL

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hands

Hi there, I'm Ursula. I work full-time in education as a Educational Sign Language Interpreter. I'm off in the summers and have availability during the weekends during the school year. I've worked with kids at school with a range of disabilities and also provided home care. Looking for weekend work now and more hours in...
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Morgan M.


Wauconda, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part - Time Caregiver

I was Nanny to child with special needs from August 2018 to March 2020. I provided care for a 6-year-old with severe down syndrome Monday - Friday from 6-8 a.m. then again after school, 3-6 p.m. I would make and feed him breakfast, pack his backpack with bottles/ lunch, assist him with transportation on and off of the school...
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Mary Chris B.


Algonquin, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

15+ Years Extensive Experience In Providing High Quality Care To The Elderly.

With a Bachelor's Degree, Nursing Attendant and 20 yrs. of Caregiving experience in Elderly Care. I'm reliable and compassionate private duty caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations, maintaining and developing a strong rapport with a patient. Able to provide a number of services to...
Mary Chris can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, errands, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

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Alaina S.


Cary, IL

$15-18/hr3 yrs exp

Hard-working And Passionate

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was president of Educators Rising in high school and I am the current president of NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) at Illinois State University. I volunteered at the daycare in my church. I have babysitting experience with family and some family friends. I was part of Best Buddies for 4 years,...
Alaina can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Amy C.


Cary, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

I am currently a special education teacher and I love it. I have worked with a variety of kids and adults with disabilities in many different activities.
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Tracy B.


Ingleside, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Love Playing With Them. Do Projects With Them. Love Watching Kids Learn And Grow. Have Fun !

I'm a certified teacher assistant! I you definitely won't be disappointed. I love kids. I love watching them learn and grow. really means a lot to me . i'm fantastic with kids.
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Amanda F.


Barrington, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time

I am a full time special education teacher in cook county. I just started my 5th year teaching and am still loving it!
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Callie Z.


Cary, IL

$23/hr3 yrs exp

Teacher Wanting To Help With Your Childcare Needs

I'd describe my personality as caring, nurturing and easy going I like working with kids because I knew I wanted to be a teacher since I was little. I've taught for several years and there is nothing I'd rather do than work with kids. I started working with kids when I graduated college a loooong time ago. I have 2 of my own...
Callie can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Alexandria D.


Fontana, WI

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Zanzie D

Hi everyone! I am a positive, energetic, and responsible young woman who has been caring for kiddos periodically since the beginning of my high school years, including having worked with special needs kiddos at a summer camp. I am currently a graduate student at Colorado Christian University, studying Clinical Mental Health...
Alexandria can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
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Signe H.


Harvard, IL

$20-31/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

My name is Signe and I am 25 years old, and I recently moved back to the area. I am a LPN and returning to school to complete my RN degree. I have nannied consistently over the past 10 years and worked a full time job the past 4 years as a pediatric nurse. I have experience nannying from 6 weeks old up to 15 years old, as well...
Signe can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Monica S.


Grayslake, IL

$15-25/hr3 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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Laura D.


Cary, IL

$15-26/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs And Senior Caregiver

I have 30+ years caring for children and adults with special needs, including people in our aging generation living with dementia. I am passionate about advocating for those who cannot advocate for themselves. I am compassionate, caring and reliable.
Laura can also help with: Errands, respite care, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning & more

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