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Dania G.


Melrose Park, IL

$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

5.0

(1)

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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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Leilani M.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 8 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
"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...

Reviewed by Alexa M.

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Jordan S.


Elmhurst, IL

$15-18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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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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Florence N.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Helping Hands

4.0

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I'm a 44-year-old divorced mother to a 12-year-old boy with Down Syndrome, who is truly a blessing. I've been a full-time mother, and I am ready to get back into the work force. I am a very reliable, responsible, and kindhearted individual. I'm open to providing care, compassion, nurturing to any age as I truly enjoy helping...
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Selena O.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi, May Name Is Selena, I Am A Passionate And Dedicated Person.

5.0

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Hi! How are you? I am Selena O, current Nursing student (Night hybrid program) I have Over 5 years of experience as a nanny. I love to play with different strategies of pedagogy for a good development of body and Brain. I could make your children comfortable while I am with them. Can take them to parks, museum and other...
5.0
"Selena is great! She babysat our baby girl today. She played with her , fed her and helped cleaning her bottles and she took beautiful pictures !! Totally recommend her :)"

Reviewed by Care member

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Katie P.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

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During high school I took two classes helping out with special needs students. I have a cousin who is schizophrenic and another cousin who has down syndrome. I absolutely would love to help out, and I have plenty of experience.
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Lori M.


Lockport, IL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Lori. I am a mother of two grown children, and a grandmother of 5 wonderful grandchildren. I have been working with students whom have special needs at the high school level for the past 15 years. I have experience with working with students with a variety of special needs. I've worked with students whom are...
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Tessa K.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

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Experience in high school special needs classroom (instructing, socializing) Experience with Down Syndrome (socializing, instructing)
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Keara O.


Romeoville, IL

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Part-Time Caregiver

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I have experience working with many populations with special needs. I have spent a summer as a Program Coordinator at Northern Will County Special Recreation Association where I planned activities, games, field trips, etc. for teens and adults with disabilities (ages 12-24). I also worked there as a Program Assistant last winter...
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Audrey O.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Hello! I am a college student studying to hopefully pursue a career in neuropsychology, helping to advocate for kids and adults with special needs so that they can live as happily and independently as possible. I have two older sisters, one with NLD and CP whose special needs played a crucial part in shaping the way that I grew...
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Andrea S.


Darien, IL

$10-20/hr • 2 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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Amara J.


Orland Park, IL

$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Amara

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Hello, My name is Amara and I am a 25-year-old recent graduate student. I'm currently in Illinois. My major is communication and science disorders with an emphasis in early childhood literacy. I hope to become a speech-pathologist in the near future. I have experience working as a nanny with 4 children aged 1-3. I have also...
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Leonor D.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fulltime Special Needs Care

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My name is Leonor, I'm originally from Peru. for the past 30 years of my life I have devoted most of it to teaching, tutoring, and taking care of children. I realized at an early age that this was my passion in life, what makes me smile and brings me Joy. Over my years of teaching children I have come across all different types...

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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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Erin S.


Chicago, IL

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter For Kids Of All Ages

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I am a registered nurse, graduated from Boston College in 2021, looking to fulfill your childcare/petcare needs! I have experience with infants up to 12-year-olds and truly enjoy babysitting. I also have experience with children with a wide range of special needs as I have worked as a teacher's aid and camp counselor at a...
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Gabrielle M.


Lockport, IL

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Gaby . Ive been in the home health care field for 6 years. Ive taken care of patients who have had different disabilities and illnesses such as cancer, strokes, Alzheimer's- Dementia, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, etc. I am experienced with companion care , medication management, bathing, lifting, cooking and...
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Sabrina S.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$15-26/hr • 15 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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Jeanne J.


Chicago, IL

$20-35/hr • 1 yrs exp

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I have been caretaking for an elderly couple and their youngest child who has special needs for the past year. This has given me experience working with folks who have down syndrome and moderate-middle stage Alzheimer's. Prior to caretaking I worked as a farmer and a journalist. I love using my passion for cooking and...
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Lisa H.


Chicago, IL

$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Needs Care-giver

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I am passionate about helping people of all shapes and sizes. Currently I work as a substitute staff that helps care for people with a wide variety of physical and cognitive special needs. I have worked with people with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, all ranges of mental retardation, emotional and behavioral disorders,...
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Erin S.


Chicago, IL

$22-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Available For Care

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I have experience caring for my sister with Down Syndrome as well as kids with a variety of disabilities. I was a teacher's assistant at a special eds summer school for years and am now a nurse on a neurology/neurosurgery unit so I care for patients with strokes, seizures, ALS, traumatic injuries, etc.

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Hometown, IL

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.

Selena O.

5.0

Selena is great! She babysat our baby girl today. She played with her , fed her and helped cleaning her bottles and she took beautiful pictures !! Totally recommend her :)

- Care member

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

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