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Suzie B.


Downers Grove, IL

$13-25/hr3 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Special Needs Care Professional

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I'm very interested in working with youth with intellectual, physical, and/or mental illness and am interested in social work, nursing, or special education as a future career! As a marathoner and Appalachian Trail thru hiker, I am also interested in advocating for parks and places of recreation to be more disability friendly....
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Nijole B.


Downers Grove, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available Part-Time

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I have been a caregiver for 10 years and am very passionate about what I do. One of my employers had an 18-year-old daughter with epilepsy. I assisted her with homework, morning routine, meal preparation, and other household duties. I was also a math teacher in my home country of Lithuania for 20 years, which sometimes required...
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Bridget R.


Downers Grove, IL

$20-40/hr2 yrs exp

Virtual Tutoring Social/Vocational Skills

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My qualifications include 2 years of secondary special education teaching experience, BS degree in Mild/Moderate Cross Categorical Special Education K-12, Multicultural Studies Certificate, and a current licenses in the states of Missouri and Colorado. Over the past two years, I had the wonderful opportunity to move to Colorado....
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Lana L.


Downers Grove, IL

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

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Hello! I am currently a Special Education Teacher! I have worked in a variety of classroom settings and a diverse population of students. This is my true calling and I love what I do everyday! I am here to help support your family in whatever you may need.
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Frannie J.


Downers Grove, IL

$12-20/hr4 yrs exp

After School And Evening Nanny!

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Hello! I have been babysitting for families with children ages newborn to pre-teen for about 10 years. I currently works as a paraprofessional in a special education classroom at the high school level. I am also pursuing my Masters of Special Education degree to become a Special Education teacher which I will finish up in May...

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I have lots of experience with special needs children. My little brother and cousin have autism, my niece has Down syndrome and my other little cousin has ADHD. I have personal experience, but I also want to go to school to become a special needs teacher. As of right now, I work as an assistant teacher in an elementary school....
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Samantha A.


Downers Grove, IL

$28-35/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Sam, I have worked with kids of all ages! I have 5+ years experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum and individuals that have comorbid diagnoses in clinical, home and school settings. I have worked with a wide range of individuals from early childhood to adulthood ages. I have experience with a...
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Mariah A.


Downers Grove, IL

$22-38/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Nanny

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I have nannied/babysat on and off for over 12 years. I have worked with children as young as 5 days old all the way to 14 years old. I have worked with special needs children and have taken them to therapy and included therapy related games and fun for them to continue to thrive in their home and school environments. I believe I...
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Natasha S.


Downers Grove, IL

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

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I am a mom of a little boy and am looking to watch another little one in our Downers Grove home! I have previously nannied for a variety of ages and have recently completed a parenting course on everything infant related from safety to reaching milestones. Additionally, I am a certified nursing assistant (meaning certified in...
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Nijole B.


Downers Grove, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available

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I was a math teacher for 20 years in my home country of Lithuania. I also have two children of my own, who have given me a lifetime of experience. One of my jobs was to care for an 18-year-old girl with epilepsy, so I'm comfortable with working with disabled and special-needs children. I also used to work part-time for a family...
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Amelia P.


Downers Grove, IL

$31/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi- my name is Amelia. I am currently 20 years old and I am the oldest of 7 children. I love working with children of all ages! I have experience personal experience with special needs children, as well as working with them. I am also an assistant teacher at an elementary school working with grades K-5th. I've been babysitting...
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Sarah K.


Downers Grove, IL

$25-30/hr4 yrs exp

Sarah

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I work in film but on the side and on off time, I'd love to be a part-time nanny! I've always helped take care of the little ones for family and friends and helped raise my niece from infancy. It takes a village! I have years of babysitting experience, on and off through my younger years. My duties included providing care and...
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Christine S.


Naperville, IL

$16-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter

3.4

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I passed the Nanny Basic Skills test. I worked with special needs children for five years. I was a preschool teacher. I have been a nanny/babysitter with children ranging from age newborn to 11. I have my CPR/First Aid cards. I enjoy working with children! I have my CNA and EKG technician certificate. I hope I can help your...

Recent reviews:

3.0
We interviewed Christine for a nanny position for our 2 boys. The interview went great, our oldest connected with her right away and even asked her when she was leaving if she was going to come back, which he...

Reviewed by Christina P.

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Paige W.


Lombard, IL

$20-33/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter And Part-Time Caregiver

5.0

(3)

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I have a teaching degree in elementary education from a University. I have been babysitting children since I was 13 years old! I am great with water safety and am CPR/First Aid certified. In addition, I have worked with special needs children and have watched children with severe food allergies. I absolutely adore kids, playing...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Paige is the most wonderful Nanny. She kept the kids busy AND happy. My seven and nine year old love her! I work from home with travel and Paige was 100% dependable - never late or missed a day of work....

Reviewed by Stacey V.

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Andrea S.


Darien, IL

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I'm Andrea. I'm a registered nurse and I work 3 days a week. I want to nanny on my off days because I have a passion for children. I have experience with special needs as well (Down syndrome, autism, seizure disorders, and non-verbal kiddos). I have also traveled with a family on multiple trips and provided 24-7 care.

Recent review:

5.0
Andrea is a caring & dependable caregiver! We would not hesitate to hire her again!

Reviewed by Mara M.

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Cori F.


Darien, IL

$18-33/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have worked with special needs at risk children for 19 years. I now currently am an educational assistant in an elementary PreK-2nd grade building for 6 years. I enjoy helping children and love to see them enjoy learning. I also have current certification for CNA, phlebotomy, EKG technician and have provided home health care...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families.

Reviewed by Renee K.

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Non-smoker. Owns reliable means of transportation. Fluent in Spanish, knowledgeable in French, and learning Italian. College student currently going for an Associate's in Science at a two-year school and then Bachelor's in Math and Computer Science at four-year institution. Excellent with English schoolwork. Loves animals...
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Dania G.


Melrose Park, IL

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

5.0

(1)

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Hello Parents! I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
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Lauren B.


Woodridge, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

5.0

(2)

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Hi there! I have plenty of experience with children ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years old (twins, multiples & special needs). I am CPR and first aid certified (which I renew every two years), a Certified nursing assistant, and have over 4 years of college under my belt in nursing and speech pathology. I have worked at my mom's...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Lauren worked at licensed day care home for 3 years. The children ranging in age from 3 months to 12 absolutely loved her. She was my assistant and ran the day at times. I would recommend her to anyone. She is...

Reviewed by Linda B.

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Branndi C.


Hillside, IL

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion

5.0

(2)

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Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Downers Grove, IL

Christine S.

3.0

We interviewed Christine for a nanny position for our 2 boys. The interview went great, our oldest connected with her right away and even asked her when she was leaving if she was going to come back, which he has not done with anyone. She was even 30 mins early to the interview which was totally...

- Christina P.

Paige W.

5.0

Paige is the most wonderful Nanny. She kept the kids busy AND happy. My seven and nine year old love her! I work from home with travel and Paige was 100% dependable - never late or missed a day of work. She is easy to be around, an excellent artist with a lot of patience and a swim...

- Stacey V.

Andrea S.

5.0

Andrea is a caring & dependable caregiver! We would not hesitate to hire her again!

- Mara M.

Cori F.

5.0

Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families.

- Renee K.

Lauren B.

5.0

Lauren worked at licensed day care home for 3 years. The children ranging in age from 3 months to 12 absolutely loved her. She was my assistant and ran the day at times. I would recommend her to anyone. She is hard working, funny, caring and unbelievable with children. She is definitely a down on...

- Linda B.

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