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I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Laundry. I have experience in the medical field as well as with children with special needs.
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I love kids and I adore every second I get to spend with them. I love spending one on one time with kids! I am also CPR certified. I have worked with children ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years old including special needs children.
Celine K.
Channahon, IL
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have years of experience working with children ages 6weeks to 12 years old. I enjoy doing hands on activities with children, and getting them engaged outside of their lovely electronic devices. I strive to make sure that every member of the family gets their needs met, and all questions answered. I am first aid and CPR...
Madison B.
Dwight, IL
$14-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi there, I am 26 with a 1. 5-year-old son that would be a package deal with me as I am currently a stay at home mom. I do not smoke and I have my own vehicle. I am comfortable with light housekeeping, laundry, driving children, taking care of multiple children at once, and pets. I worked three years in a licensed day care...
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"I only have wonderful things to say about Madison. She really went above and beyond for my family. She helped me with my 3 children (5, 3, 2) while their dad was working long distance for 9 months. She helped...
Reviewed by Melissa P.
Ashley M.
Joliet, IL
$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Social Work Graduate, awaiting LSW.
Experience working with at-risk youth in crisis situations, and after-school settings.
CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified
Currently a Full-Time employee as a Qualified Mental Health Professional and Crisis/Outreach Manager.
Has own transportation.
Currently learning Spanish and taking classes, can...
Elana C.
Joliet, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have 4 years of experience as a summer camp councilor taking car of 10+ kids aged 5-10 for 2 hours a day four days a week. Recently, I had the honor of taking over as camp director for our summer drama camp which provided me with the opportunity to work with 42 campers alongside my staff. I had the privilege of being a part...
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I have been taking care of children since 1985. I have been a nanny all over USA until 2002. I decided to make a change and moved to Mainland China (Shenzhen) to teach English. Now I own a small kindergarten in Shenzhen. Because they do not accept or understand learning issues in children, our school gets many special kids. My...
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"Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better sitter for them. She always had activities planned and...
Reviewed by Justin B.
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My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...
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"Lori is a godsend! She is very knowledgeable and extremely kind and gentle. She takes her job seriously and is committed to the person she is caring for. All in all, she is wonderful!!!"
Reviewed by Vicki A.
Alexandria N.
Joliet, IL
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
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-food handling certification
-5+ years of experience with children
-experience with twins
-extensive experience with pets
My goal is to motivate students to become successful and independent learners. I find creative and fun ways to help children with progressing! I have experience with special needs children and I pride myself...
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"Alexandria was great!! My kids had a great time with her. We will definitely be asking her back to babysit again in the future."
Reviewed by Tui K.
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Hi! My name is Ana and I am a junior nursing major in college! I have lots of experience nannying. I love children and have worked with kids of all ages, even those with special needs! I can be flexible with schedules and am also comfortable with pets! Right now, I am only looking for short-term jobs like date nights and...
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"Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive...
Reviewed by Jackie F.
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My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and have experience with infants through school age for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education Special...
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Hi there! My name is Morgan, I have around 6 years of experience. I can help with anything around the house, including cooking, light housework (willing to negotiate if more help is needed), keeping kids occupied and entertained, and running errands if needed. I currently work as a house manager/nanny for a family in Darien with...
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"Need a five-star sitter? Morgan is outstanding. She engaged with my two boys from the start, and they really liked her. She was early for her assignment, and went above and beyond to make sure things were...
Reviewed by Jeremy L.
Wendy S.
Joliet, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs
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I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. Right now I am mainly a mom. But I am hoping to find someone needed a helping hand part time during later morning and till around 330 p.m. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.
Terri O.
Joliet, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Terri. I have over 22 years experience in senior care and caring for people with special needs.
My Experience includes, all mobility issues, hoyer lift, specialize in Dementia/ Alzheimer's disease. Bathing and showering. Was certified to pass medication.
I am caring, conscientious and kind. I have a great sense...
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Hi! My name is Kory, I'm 24 years old and am currently a full time RN. I'm looking for a part time caregiver position so I can continue enhancing my skills and bring in a little extra money as I have quite a few student loans. I currently work 3 12 hour shifts a week that typically vary, so I'm hoping to find a position with...
Nicole S.
Joliet, IL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am the second oldest of 9 in a large blended family, some siblings have special needs. I have babysat, taught Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, tutored in various subjects, and am certified as an Early Childhood teacher. As a teacher, I taught everything from birth to 6th grade. I love to read, knit, crochet, and a variety...
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I have over 20 years professionally working with children from birth and up. I have experience with multiples and special needs including non-verbal children using augmentative communication.
Elsa T.
Joliet, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Looking To Care For Children Of Any Age. Will Build Structure And Foundation In Their Lives. I'm Not Here To Replace You As A Parent. I Have Worked With 3 Children, Who Were Special Needs At Once.
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I took Child Care and First Aid in high school. I just recently worked with 3 children with special needs at one time. I also prepare meals and did light household cleaning. I can also multitask. I have my own vehicle. I did drop-off and pick up at school for 2 preschooler. I am bilingual.
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"Elsa was very kind and I can tell she means well. However, she mentioned letting us know she couldn’t stay the entire time but we have no record of this. We can kind of tell she’s just starting her childcare...
Reviewed by Care member
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Board Certified Behavior Analyst providing behavior services and supports to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities .
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I have experience working with children with both autism, as well as down syndrome. I have always had a passion for individuals with special needs and believe that they can accomplish anything with a little tweak in the functionality of a task or skill.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Coal City, IL
Madison B.
5.0
I only have wonderful things to say about Madison. She really went above and beyond for my family. She helped me with my 3 children (5, 3, 2) while their dad was working long distance for 9 months. She helped keep my house clean, helped me with the laundry, and helped with other household chores. My...
- Melissa P.
Wendy S.
5.0
Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better sitter for them. She always had activities planned and available should the kids be interested, and she was totally fine if they wanted a more chill...
- Justin B.
Lori S.
5.0
Lori is a godsend! She is very knowledgeable and extremely kind and gentle. She takes her job seriously and is committed to the person she is caring for. All in all, she is wonderful!!!
- Vicki A.
Alexandria N.
3.0
While Alexandria was very sweet and great with my child, I am upset that she arrived 7 minutes late with no call or text to notify us of her tardiness. If not for that, we would book her again.
- Care member
Ana E.
5.0
Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive the girls where they needed to be and take them, and on fun outings. I trust very few...
- Jackie F.
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