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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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Dania G.


Melrose Park, IL

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

5.0

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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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Andrea S.


Darien, IL

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

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

Reviewed by Mara M.

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Jordan S.


Elmhurst, IL

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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Hi there! My name is Jordan, and I am looking to help an awesome family. I love working with kids, so I used that passion and became a camp counselor. I did that for two years at my local park district. I have experience with children as young as 3 and as old as 13. I also have experience with working with children with special...
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Andrea S.


Darien, IL

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Companion

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I have worked with children who were nonverbal autistic and had down syndrome. I am super patient and love kids no matter their needs. I love being able to help and give support to little ones. No task is too much for me :)
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Tamika T.


Brookfield, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I've worked with autism, cerebral palsy, ADHD, ADD, seizures, Down syndrome, and much more. I love working with special needs children because they are the best children to work with.They are so loving, kind, friendly and outgoing!
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Sabrina S.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$15-26/hr15 yrs exp

Some One Who Cares

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I am 39-year-old mom of 4 children I also work as a paraprofessional I work with kids with autism Down syndrome and other disabilities my passion has always been children with special needs to help them teach them watch them learn and grow my youngest son has autism I change diapers do dishes clean house teach kids you name it...
5.0
"Sabrina was great with my kids. Very patient, engaging and connected with them so quickly. Will be using her again in the future. "

Reviewed by Care member

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Debbie S.


Lisle, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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I worked with a toddler in the infant room who had Down syndrome. When she moved to the toddler room, she was able to communicate with us when she wanted more to eat or drink. She was able to walk but did it slowly.
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Laura F.


La Grange, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher

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I am a special educator with a Masters degree. I have 5 children of my own, old enough where I can and need to work longer hours! I have worked with a variety of children including regular education students as well as children with Autism, ED, LD, CP, Down's Syndrome, etc. I have also had my own home-day care for approximately...
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Elise C.


Des Plaines, IL

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi. My name is Elise. I currently work as an assistant teacher in Glenview. I work in a special ed classroom with children from kindergarten to 2nd grade. I have experience working one on one as well as in classroom with children with disabilities (autism, down syndrome, turner syndrome, developmental delay, etc).
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Taylor K.


Geneva, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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I am currently an Early Childhood Special Education teacher who has worked with both typically developing children and children with additional needs including autism, social communication disorder, down syndrome, speech delays, developmental delays and OHI.
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Eileen K.


Worth, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A Caring, Loving Person Who Gives Dependable Help

5.0

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I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. Some with autism, muscular dystrophy, down syndrome, etc. I have been a caregiver for over 19years and I'm a mom of three.
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"I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day! "

Reviewed by Patrick D.

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Keesha H.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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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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Leilani M.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi, my name is Leilani and I am 23 years old. I currently attend Nova Southeastern University in south Florida and will be graduating with my bachelors in Health Informatics in May. I will be back in Chicago full time while completing my masters program online. My ultimate goal is to become a neonatal nurse. I have a very big...
5.0
"Would definitely recommend. Smart and attentive. Amazing with children!!"

Reviewed by Heather D.

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Cassidy T.


Bolingbrook, IL

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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I have worked with kids on the spectrum before and actually all throughout my middle school years I was in clubs revolving around being there for them. I also have babysat a girl with Down syndrome and her sister so I know how to attend to both child's needs.
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Madeline V.


Plainfield, IL

$10-25/hr3 yrs exp

Tutor For Young Students (Pre-K- 6th)

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I am currently working on my Bachelors and Masters in Environmental Science. I graduated with Honors from a progressive high school focused on science, technology, engineering and math. My most recent positions were tutoring a 7th grader in Pre Algebra, the algebra, time management, test taking skills and organization. I also...
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Elana C.


Joliet, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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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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Michelle K.


Park Ridge, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have cared for children with discipline disorders, learning disorders, downs syndrome, and autism. I take time with children I work with, to learn how they respond and react to different ways of handling situations. I am energetic and caring. I hold a great deal of pride in the work I do.
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Matthew F.


Wood Dale, IL

$18-24/hr1 yrs exp

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I have multiple years of experience working with children with special needs, particularly children with autism, ADHD, Down's syndrome, speech delays, and developmental delays.
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Courtney S.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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I have experience as an after-school nanny for a child with Down syndrome, as well as countless hours from clinical observations in public schools while studying education. I also have experience as a developmental preschool teacher.

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Downers Grove, IL

Andrea S.

5.0

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

- Mara M.

Sabrina S.

5.0

Sabrina was great with my kids. Very patient, engaging and connected with them so quickly. Will be using her again in the future.

- Care member

Eileen K.

5.0

I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day!

- Patrick D.

Leilani M.

5.0

Leilani is the best sitter you could find on this app. I knew she would be a great fit for my kids and I from the start and she's been nothing short of amazing. She's caring, patient, funny and genuine. I know when I leave my kids are safe and that they will also have fun. As a parent you cannot...

- Alexa M.

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