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Lydia O.


Naperville, IL

$15-27/hr1 yrs exp

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Experience with 1-3yrs. Experience with special needs. Lots of crafts, cooking, and baking. Knowledgeable with early development.
Lydia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Meridith H.


Naperville, IL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi! I am 26 years old, living and working full time in New York! I graduated from Fordham University in 2021 and work in the sports industry. I have a lot of experience with caring for children within a variety of ages. I am the oldest cousin so I grew up taking care of my much younger cousins, two of which are special needs. I...
Meridith can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Amanda R.


Westmont, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I'm a mom 4 kiddos ranging from jr high to preschool. My passion is and always has been helping people of all abilities. I have been with the same family for over 10 yrs helping their non verbal son that has autism. Lucky for him he found a day school that his family loves, which now leaves me with some availability.
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Martha S.


Lemont, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I'd describe my personality as passionate, courageous, adaptable, hardworking I like caring for people with special needs because caregiving cultivates gratitude, it creates a beautiful and unique bond, I have the opportunity to learn new things I'm looking for a job that offers flexibility in hours I started caring for...
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Emily B.


Wheaton, IL

$20-30/hr

Caring, Responsible, And Eager To Help Your Loved One!

Hi there, my name is Emily! I have a background in education and special needs. I am currently looking to finish off my degree and make a difference in the lives of others! I have a passion for helping others that is unmatched, and I am always caring, respectful, and responsible. I am fun and organized. I pay close attention to...
Emily can also help with: Errands, transportation, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep
New grad nurse looking to help out however possible! I have a lot of babysitting experience, clinical experience, and experience with Alzheimer's and dementia
I have 7+ years of experience being a caretaker for children of varying ages from 6 weeks to 13 years old. I've always had a passion for working with children and helping them explore and learn new things. I am available for date night and weekend care. I can provide my own transportation. I love to stay busy and am hands on and...
Danielle can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Oluwatobi B.


Naperville, IL

$22-25/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi my name is Temmy, I'm 42 years old. I'm from Nigeria I speak Yoruba and English. I'm a mother of 3 kids.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm 22 years old. I currently have my paraprofessional license, CPR/AED, and Mental Health certification. I am also a certified Behavioral Therapist. I have about 3 years of paid experience working with kids. I have about 1 year of experience working with children who have special needs. I am currently enrolled at College of...
Kenerah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Laura S.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Laura and I'm a helper by nature. I work as an Occupational Therapist at two different high schools with special needs students. I also have experience taking care of seniors (my grandparents and parents). I also love to clean/organize and cook! I am very patient, caring and dependable. I can offer many services,...
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Caroline S.


Downers Grove, IL

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I have had experience caring for children for the past 5 years. I started with watching neighbors children for a couple hours a day and then when I started highschool I volunteered at a pre-school for 4 years. 3 years ago I started working with the Northbrook Park district and worked the after school care program which had kids...
Caroline can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Hannah E.


Naperville, IL

$30-45/hr7 yrs exp

I'm a foreign nurse with wide experience in caring for those with physically challenged individuals. Its all about patience and compassion.
I have experience working with people with autism ages 2-26. I've been a paraprofessional in sped classrooms, an RBT, and a camp counselor working with people with special needs. I love exploring special interests, learning about client's communication styles, and helping families who may really need an affordable break.
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Kristen H.


Romeoville, IL

$18-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kristen. I have been a CNA for 20 years with 10+ years of in home care experience. I also have behavioral health background.
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Jordan F.


Lisle, IL

$27-50/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a school social worker with a passion for nurturing and supporting children's growth and development. With three years of experience caring for children of various ages, I have the expertise to create a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning
I have experience teaching children through assisting with the preschool at Naperville North, being a camp counselor and assisting with the special needs programs at my church. My coursework in psychology has given me a background in mental and physical developmental stages for children, children's mental health, and various...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kayla H.


Aurora, IL

$17-24/hr4 yrs exp

Worked 3 years as a lead teacher in a daycare center, babysat for 1 year for a family friend, and worked at the high school helping out special needs students for 1 year.
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I have four years of full time paid experience working with a child with disabilities. I adored her, but her mother needed a live-in. My 4-year-old son always came with me, and I would still need to be able to bring him with me and pick up/drop off at preschool. We had so much fun in our down times (when there were no therapies...
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Keara O.


Romeoville, IL

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Part-Time Caregiver

I have experience working with many populations with special needs. I have spent a summer as a Program Coordinator at Northern Will County Special Recreation Association where I planned activities, games, field trips, etc. for teens and adults with disabilities (ages 12-24). I also worked there as a Program Assistant last winter...
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Katherine J.


Naperville, IL

$15/hr7 yrs exp

I'm Your Perfect Babysitter/ Pet Sitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have lived in Naperville for most of my life. I am currently raising one beautiful daughter as a single mom in this outstanding tight-knit community. I have years of child care experience starting all through my High School years and in college with being a nanny from newborn to high school age children and children with...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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