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hello my name is Brittany I'm a certified nursing assistant I have 9 years of experience. I have worked in all the nursing homes in this area.. I experience in taking blood pressures, bathing, cleaning. I'm certified in CPR and first aid. I'm a very caring individual I like to look on the bright side of each situation. I love to...
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I've been working with children who require behavioral and emotional management for over 3 years and I'm active in continuing my education on behavioral health management. I work with children in the foster system who struggle with trauma and resulting mental health disorders. I have experience in working with children with food...
Emmaly S.
Elmwood Park, IL
$19-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Good morning! My name is Emmaly I'm 31 years old and live in elmwood park. I've been a nanny for the last 12 years. I have experience with multiple children, infants, and special needs. I am CPR certified. The last family I was with I was with them for 6 years. I'm really hoping to find something long term and a family that I...
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I have worked for WSSRA, a special needs camp for 2 seasons. I also worked personally with a special needs child for 4 years.
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My name is Janith, I am 22, and I have 4 years of care giving experience. I've taken care of both the elderly and infants, both able bodied and special needs. Care giving is a passion of mine since I was a teen and I've never had a problem forming a bond with anyone. From reading books, arts and crafts, and nature walks I know...
Angelica M.
Elmwood Park, IL
$18-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
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My name is Angelica ! I coached cheer for 3 years, and have babysat/nannied numerous children consistently. I've nannied 1-year-old twin baby girls, twin baby boys, children with special needs, toddlers, teens, all ages! I've taken care of 5 kids at a time as well. I participated in the special ed best buddies club when I was in...
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Hello!
I am currently available weekends & weekday evenings.
Rate: Starting at $30/hour (very flexible)
I am an accountant looking for a side gig hanging with kids, what I love to do! I have experience babysitting newborns to teenagers. While in college I worked with a family of 3 children (8, 6, and 2) for four years...
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Hi! My name is Natalia and I am 21 years old. I am a mama to a sweet baby girl. I am looking for a babysitting/house manager job where I could bring my daughter with me. I have over 5 years of experience babysitting children of all ages - including newborns, twins, and even kids with special needs. I have a 3-year-old brother,...
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Hello everyone, my name is Gissell and I am fresh out of college with a teaching degree, I attended the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. I am fluent in Spanish and have been in a variety of different classrooms and have worked with children of special needs. A little bit about me. I am very energetic and enjoy long...
4.0
"Gisele has been incredible with my kids. I strongly recommend her. I am satisfied of her work and will always hire her again and again."
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Hi. my name is Irma and I would love to help you with your special needs. I don't speak English but I can give a good service.
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My name is Brenda. I consider myself a reserved honest, reliable and trustworthy caregiver. I love caring and helping the Elderly. My passion is reaching the goals in daily living of my clients so that they get the best care. I am certified as a Nursing Assistant. (CNA) CPR and First Aide. I also am a Certified Medical...
5.0
"She was great with my senior dad!"
Reviewed by Carla B.
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Hello! Thanks for stopping by! I love babies and kiddos, so here I am, offering my services for you and your family. When babysitting, I like to be involved and reading to them, taking them to the playground and doing any activities that they enjoy from playing Barbie to playing trains. I also like to do sensory activities with...
5.0
"We hired Kristen to help us organize following a move. She did an absolutely incredible job. She showed up early and was extremely pleasant. I really hope she's still doing this the next time we need her!"
Reviewed by Nash G.
Mara G.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I am currently in school for my Doctorate in Physical Therapy, and am looking for childcare jobs in the area! I have been watching children of all ages (birth to teens) for over 10 years. I have experience with children with special needs, and am comfortable with administering medication and transfers as necessary. I am First...
5.0
"Mara was great and I'd recommend her for anyone looking for a sitter. She played well with my daughter and they had a lot of fun. She was patient, communicative, and attentive."
Reviewed by Ashley B.
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I currently work as a third grade and special education teacher at Rowe Elementary School. This will be my fourth year working here. I work with diverse learners in third grade and in kindergarten in a general education classroom. I have worked as a pre-school teacher with 3-year-olds, at JCYS one summer ago. I worked at LEARN...
5.0
"Very sweet. Fun and energetic with the kids"
Reviewed by Heather O.
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Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified.
Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...
Monica D.
Chicago, IL
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Organized & Energetic Nanny (Part Time Music And Art Tutor As Well)
5.0
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Hello! My name is Monica and I am a tutor, housekeeper, and nanny. I have 7 years of experience in child care, including multiple special needs, and I am trained in trauma-informed childcare. My formal education was in child developmental psychology and art therapy. I am currently a part-time piano instructor (of all ages) and...
5.0
"We hired Monica through Care.com to babysit our 16 month old. She was very attentive and experienced, and we would definitely hire her again!"
Reviewed by Sara K.
Jennifer K.
Chicago, IL
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Exciting-Reliable-Kind Caregiver Looking To Curate Exceptional Experiences
5.0
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I am a fun, thoughtful, reliable and hardworking woman who knows her way around the City. My childcare background includes babysitting, working in a Nanny share and two years as an individual aide for Special Needs students in elementary school. I recently left the corporate world and am going back to where my heart is working...
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"Jennifer is wonderful to work with, she is very responsive and accommodating. I needed a babysitter for my 2 boys on a short notice and Jennifer was quick to respond and we scheduled introduction call. Jennifer...
Reviewed by Danica L.
Alfredo R.
Skokie, IL
$30-37/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I am very interested in the opportunity to assist, I want to be a true companion on uplifting someone who needs care by listening to my clients first and provide comfort to their worries and fears.
I took my medical board exams in order to practice medicine in United Sates. My medical degree is from Mexico where I have practiced...
5.0
"The entire family was very pleased with Alfredo's professionalism. He always performed his duties with a smile and a pleasant attitude. He undertook duties without being asked to do them. His care and...
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Meadow C.
Chicago, IL
$20-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
Babysitting/Nanny Available Weekends/evenings (weekdays Vary)
5.0
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I am a current college student with 12+ years of childcare experience. I am certified in both adult and infant CPR and First Aid. I also have many families that can proudly stand behind my assertion that I provide exemplary care and am always delighted to provide for their families and children. I'd describe my personality as...
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"We have been fortunate to work with Meadow while she is attending undergrad at UIUC and we are missing her terribly during the summer months! She is amazing with my toddler, who is not the easiest child in the...
Reviewed by Amy R.
Kaeleen E.
River Grove, IL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! I am a certified nursing assistant/patient care technician. I have experience working as a CNA at a nursing rehabilitation facility. I've had training with younger patients, special needs, and of course elderly. I currently work in an ICU at Elmhurst Hospital for the last two years: My skills range from transportation,...
5.0
"Kaeleen is very patient, caring and sweet with children.She is extremely responsible, strategic, playful, and I feel very safe knowing she's trained in critical care and can perform CPR and the Heimlich...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elmwood Park, IL
Gissell M.
4.0
Gisele has been incredible with my kids. I strongly recommend her. I am satisfied of her work and will always hire her again and again.
- Care member
Brenda V.
5.0
She was great with my senior dad!
- Carla B.
Kristin J.
5.0
We hired Kristen to help us organize following a move. She did an absolutely incredible job. She showed up early and was extremely pleasant. I really hope she's still doing this the next time we need her!
- Nash G.
Mara G.
5.0
Mara was great and I'd recommend her for anyone looking for a sitter. She played well with my daughter and they had a lot of fun. She was patient, communicative, and attentive.
- Ashley B.
Sarah F.
5.0
Very sweet. Fun and energetic with the kids
- Heather O.
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