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Hi! My name is Dani, and I am a school social worker at an elementary school. I am a licensed social worker with several years of experience working with kids, especially children and adults with special needs such as Autism. My previous job was as a behavior clinician- no tantrum is too big for me to handle!
I have 4 younger...
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"Dani is Amazing! She did everything we asked and more. Our kids loved her and they said she was the best babysitter they have ever had! "
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Experienced caregiver with an illustrious track record spanning over 20 years of providing personalized and heartfelt care to diverse individuals in need. This multifaceted exposure has not only enriched my skills but also instilled in me a creative approach to delivering compassionate care. My journey in caregiving has been an...
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"Maria C. is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of my mother for the last 12 years of her life, until she passed away last year at 98. Maria was calm and understanding even when my mother, diagnosed with...
Reviewed by Andrei U.
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I have been working as a Special Education Teacher for the past 9 years in Chicago Public Schools. I have worked in the blended preschool program at my school for the past 7 years. I have experience babysitting for all ages, as well as special needs children. I have my Masters in Education as well as my undergrad.
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My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
Keesha H.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
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As a mother of a child with special needs I have experience caring for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, Emotional Disabilities, Opposition Defiance Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder. I am employed by Chicago Public Schools as a aide for children with special needs and by the Chicago Park District as an Inclusion Aide...
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Hi my name is Magdalena I am 26 years old. I am bilingual and can speak English and Polish. I attended University of Illinois at Chicago where I majored in Psychology and also minored in Polish. I graduated from there in 2016. Currently I am getting my masters through an online program at Liberty University. I love working with...
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"Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our schedules didn't sync (my schedules was a little complex, no...
Reviewed by Kimberly C.
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Hello parents of beautiful angels!
or furry friends!
My name is Hazel, I'm 20 years old and I love working with babies, children, and youth & pets!
I have a drivers license, I was a certified lifeguard before (working with youth of special needs), this knowledge and experience has helped me know to to deal in situations of...
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"There is not even a word to describe how amazing Hazel is! It has always made me so nervous to leave my children with someone who is not family. But Hazel has truly been a blessing! My girls love her like...
Reviewed by Danielle R.
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I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 18 years. I now work as an assistant at the Elementary level K-2 grades. I am a certified CNA, Phlebotomists, EKG technician. I have provided home health care for 15 years.
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Hi there! I am 34 years old & have over 20 years of nanny & babysitting experience, ages ranging from 6 weeks and up! I have 11 years of experience with individuals of all ages with various special needs. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology & Human Development, a year & a half of Child Counseling Masters level experience,...
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"We are so lucky to have found Emily! Our daughter clicked with her right from the start! She's so sweet and asked all the appropriate questions! We are super grateful to have her watch or daughter!"
Reviewed by Breann W.
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Hi, my name is Virginia. I have 20 years of experience caring for seniors and people with special needs. I have cared for patients with dementia, diabetes, traumatic brain injury, post stroke, and autism to name a few.
I am attentive and if there is any change in health conditions, I am quick to responsibly manage the...
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During the school year I am a special education teacher for Chicago Public Schools. I have been a school teacher for six years for students with severe and profound special needs. Before I was a teacher I have done multiple care giving jobs working with children with all different types of needs. I am experienced with...
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I have been a stay-at-home mom for over 10 years! Before having my own children, I was a Nanny for several years including working with special needs children and also in a nanny-share program with two 4-month-olds. I love being around children and being able to help families achieve work/life balance!
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I am a Nanny/Household Manager/Special Needs Nanny, I have 17 years of experience. I can help with light/full housekeeping, depending on your requirements, I can have your household running like clockwork, I have worked with kids of all ages, I have worked with Autistic children and children with Down syndrome, and Intellectual...
Laverne S.
Blue Island, IL
$13-18/hr • 1 yrs exp
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My name is Laverne, I work as a teachers assistant. I've worked with special need children. I've done home health care for 2 yrs part time.
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Hello! . I have a lot of experience with special needs kids for the last 20 years.
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I am very passionate about supporting and caring for others in need. It is very rewarding and therapeutic to have witness my seniors and special needs clients joys of life. I have over 10 years of experience with working with seniors and special needs children.
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I have worked with children all of my life. From babysitting, to coaching cheer leading, to aiding children with special needs. I have experience with children from ages 6 months and older. Caring for children of all ages is something I enjoy doing. I can assure you that my experience is a large range, and I am continuing to...
Christina H.
La Grange Park, IL
$18-34/hr • 10 yrs exp
Preschool Teacher Looking To Help A Family For Date Night Babysitting And Overnight Babysitting.
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Hello my name is Chrissy I am a preschool teacher of 10 years. I have a child development associates and I am CPR certified. I am also gateway certified and dcfs certified. I have multitude of training! I have experience with g tube feeding also for special needs families. I look forward to meeting you and helping your family...
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"Chrissy did an amazing job with our two boys. We were here from out of town, staying at a hotel, and she watched them while we interviewed for 2 days. She came with a bag of activities, art kits, soccer balls...
Reviewed by Brook H.
Janae W.
Alsip, IL
$20-25/hr
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Hi! I'm a friendly babysitter. I have 2 yrs experience with babysitting. I am very patient with kids and allow them to express what they want. I can help out with crafts and other tasks. People often tell me I have a warm aura because kids gravitate towards me a lot.
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Hi my name is Marissa,
I'm a sophomore at Moraine Valley Community College. My freshman year of college I went to Elmhurst university. I graduated from Sandburg High School and worked in the Peopel Program there. I have work with infants up to young tweens. I have worked with special needs children and children with severe...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Palos Hills, IL
Danielle H.
5.0
Dani is Amazing! She did everything we asked and more. Our kids loved her and they said she was the best babysitter they have ever had!
- Care member
Maria C.
5.0
Maria C. is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of my mother for the last 12 years of her life, until she passed away last year at 98. Maria was calm and understanding even when my mother, diagnosed with dementia, had become difficult to deal with. Maria had truly become my mother's best friend,...
- Andrei U.
Magdalena N.
5.0
Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our schedules didn't sync (my schedules was a little complex, no fault of hers) but it seems a family would be so lucky to have her! Thanks Maggie! It was...
- Kimberly C.
Hazel P.
5.0
There is not even a word to describe how amazing Hazel is! It has always made me so nervous to leave my children with someone who is not family. But Hazel has truly been a blessing! My girls love her like family. She is the most responsible, most sweetest, punctual, and caring person I have ever...
- Danielle R.
Emily R.
5.0
We are so lucky to have found Emily! Our daughter clicked with her right from the start! She's so sweet and asked all the appropriate questions! We are super grateful to have her watch or daughter!
- Breann W.
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