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Makia J.


Kankakee, IL

$15-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional

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Over 10 years of professional experience. I have also taken courses, and received specialized state certificates of IM-CANTS, IM-CANS, CANTS, CANS, in relation to all areas of needs, mental health and risks. I am a licensed Mobile Crisis Response Clinician. Current student at Walden Univeristy, , as a paraprofessional, mental...
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Lacarlynn C.


Kankakee, IL

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Healthcare

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To Whomever It May Concern, I Can Also Start ASAP Also This is to Certify That My Name Lacarlynn I have Experience helping And Assisting Elderly people between April 2015- To Nov- 2017 I was Responsible For Meal prep, Medicine prep, doing Laundry, Bathing, Dressing , assistance to bed and Assistance with feeding you Never...
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Evelyn H.


Bourbonnais, IL

$14-15/hr

Autism Mom With Education

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I am a mother of 3 children, a 16-year-old son, 5-year-old daughter, and a 4-year-old daughter. My two youngest are on the Autism Spectrum so I have experience in caring for children with special needs. I have an Associates in Early Childhood Education, hold an ELS Paraprofessional Educator Endorsement, and I have some...
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Leah L.


Bourbonnais, IL

$11-20/hr2 yrs exp

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I am currently an elementary education major and love working with children! I am 20 so I have a lot of energy to keep children entertained and active. I am patient, responsible, and caring. I have taken classes on child development and how to work with special needs children at my college. I have babysat for family and friends...
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Mia M.


Bourbonnais, IL

$20-35/hr1 yrs exp

Passion For Kids And Young Adults!

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I studied special education and am currently working as a teaching assistant for young adults with special needs. I've always had a passion for kids and all ages of people with special needs. This area is where I thrive and feel the most confident. I'm a fun, energetic person and I can't wait to meet your family!

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I worked with special needs adults in the public school system for over eight years. I took care of my mother and father-in-law, who had dementia for several years, and I have been a nanny where I prepare meals, do light housekeeping, and take care of children so I have experience with both, I am an animal lover I helped out at...
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Nancy H.


Bradley, IL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Lpn Caregiver

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I am a retired LPN seeking to care for loved ones in their home. I am very active, dependable, and experienced in all levels of care. My schedule is very flexible.
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Taylor K.


Bourbonnais, IL

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

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My name is Taylor and I love to Take care of others . I have actually had tons of experience taking care of people with disabilities in my life! My aunt had cerebral palsy and I lived with her for 5 years in the past. I take her shopping and places as well!! I also have gone to EC camp, which is a camp for people with...
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Laura W.


Manteno, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing And Patient

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Hi I was a teachers assistant for special needs students for eight years. For the past 12 years I have been a nanny for children ages newborn to 12 years old. I raised twins of my own. I enjoy reading stories, teaching children numbers, letters, colors, shapes their address and their phone numbers. I enjoy doing arts and crafts,...
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Lauren D.


Bourbonnais, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Lauren! I am 22 years old and a mom to my 3-year-old daughter. I am currently going to Kankakee Community College to complete my associates degree. I have previously worked at a daycare from the age of 16-19 and absolutely loved it. Shortly after I turned 19 I had my daughter and decided to take a job that allowed...
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Larissa L.


Manteno, IL

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

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Helping and caring for others is truly my passion. I believe that compassion, professionalism and my background in the mental health field, I can provide emotional support as well as caregiver support.
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Mallory R.


Bourbonnais, IL

$14/hr6 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Mallory and I am going to school for Early Childhood Education. I use to babysit when I was in middle/high school and I also worked at a daycare facility for a year. As of now, I am nannying for a family but they will be moving by the end of February. A couple days a week, I'm a caregiver in the evenings for a...
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Janeen T.


Bonfield, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Child Caregiver

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After being a homeschool teacher for my nephews for 10 years and caring for children in their homes for another 6 years, I recently opened up an in-home daycare and took care of up to 7 children. Unfortunately, I had to close my business and now I'm looking to bless your family with exceptional childcare services. I also have...
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Peiton H.


Gardner, IL

$14-20/hr3 yrs exp

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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.
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Holly H.


Wilmington, IL

$16-30/hr5 yrs exp

Professional childcare

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Thank you for stopping by . I am interested in working in special education and childcare. I have experience being a special education teaching assistant, a job coach and a personal assistant for individuals who have special needs. I have experience in ABA therapy as well . Please feel free to reach out to me if you are looking...
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Breena B.


Wilmington, IL

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

ABA Therapist

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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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Holly H.


Wilmington, IL

$15-36/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Professional

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I have experience as a special education teaching assistant, a job coach and a personal assistant. I also have a background in theatre and music . Please message me for more information. I look forward to hearing from you !!
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Judith H.


Essex, IL

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For A Babysitter/nanny?

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Hi! My name is Judie and I have one bio son, 2 bonus kids and I am the legal guardian of our newest family member who is 3! I've always loved kids and felt like I was just meant to be a mom, so what better job than to work with others kids as well!? I also have worked with special needs kids (in the local school district) for...

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