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The Utmost Care

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
I work currently with a boy who has autism, and I have been surrounded by people with special needs my entire life. I love working with people of all ages who are neurodivergent and need extra assistance. Between autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and more, I have the patience, empathy, and understanding to get the job done while also...
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Geneva, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have a strong passion for working with children and teens with special needs, and I bring both experience and compassion to the families I serve. I've volunteered in my church supporting children with unique challenges, and I've had the privilege of working directly with families whose children live with autism, ADHD, Down...
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Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
I relocated to Old Town this August from Charleston, SC, and looking for a great family to work with! About Me- Baby sleep trainer, burp whisperer, and routine enforcer-basically a tiny human's life coach. Graduating in May with a BA in Communications. Last position wasnannying B/G twins (7 weeks-23...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have been working with children for 3 years and have worked with special needs children multiple times throughout my career as a nanny. I have cared for children with Down's syndrome, Autism, and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome as well as children with physical needs such as leg and back braces. I am also a certified nursing assistant...
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Part-time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
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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Enthusiastic And Engaging Caregiver/Tutor

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I am a Northern Arizona University graduate with a Bachelor's in Special Education and Elementary Education and certified teacher. Special Education is especially important to me because I have a brother with Down syndrome, however, I have a passion for teaching students at all ability ranges and ages. I have three years of...
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Saint Charles, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
First and foremost I am a mom of 5 children 4 stepchildren, and 4 dogs . I truly love children and all animals. . As a childcare provider with a decade of experience, I am passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. My COLLEGE DEGREE, CPR training, and First Aid certification, coupled with my calm and creative...
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Sitter Who Is An Advocate For Naturalistic Learning

Berwyn, IL

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$23/hr
4 years experience
I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Repositioning. I have experience with ASD, Fragile X, Down Syndrome in 3 different settings. Public schooling, specialty school, and currently at a clinic.
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Special Needs

Lake Zurich, IL

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$15/hr
I have a 26-year-old son with Down syndrome. Has had 2 open heart surgeries. As an infant was NG tubed and on O2 and heart monitor. I am familiar with assistive tech devices, non verbal individuals with disabilities. I am a volunteer for Special Olympics. I am so prepared to take care of your son or daughter!
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Saint Charles, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Experienced Special Needs Caregiver with 13 years of experience providing compassionate and reliable care to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. I have worked with children with epilepsy, down syndrome, autism. As well as I have worked with kids with delayed learning disability as dyscalculia add , dyslexia, , and...
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Bridgeview, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello, I'm Diana! I've worked with children with Down syndrome. I know each person has different levels to their disability thus individual care is needed.
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Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I have been working with intellectually and developmentally disabled adults for 3 years in total. I started out doing in-home care when I was 18 and then later worked in a group home at age 19. Currently, I am 29 and working as a Direct Support Professional in a residential home as of February 2024. I have experience with...
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Personal Care Assistant

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I have tons of experience working with people with disabilities. In the past I was a PCA to man with Downs syndrome. I also have spent the past 6 summers working at a sleepaway camp for adults with a range of abilities.
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Art Teacher Nanny!

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have over 14 years experience working with children in the educational setting. I started out as a teacher assistant caring for special needs students. I then went on and continued my career in the special education field as a paraprofessional. I was a one on one para for a special needs girl with down syndrome for 7 years. I...
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Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I'm Phoebe! I love working with kids and have done so for about 5 years now. I started babysitting at 15. I grew up homeschooled and ended up teaching a children's baking class in a homeschool program in LA. I also have been a TA for that same program. I've babysat a 2-year-old boy with Down syndrome daily about two years...
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Skokie, IL

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$35/hr
6 years experience
Hi there! My name is Naomi. I have always enjoyed working with and helping people of all ages. I have been around young children in my family my entire life, as well as babysitting nights and weekends for the last 6 years! I have also worked with a close family friend who has Down syndrome, a child with cognitive disabilities...
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Saint Charles, IL

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$9/hr
10 years experience
I am a college student who loves animals, looking to make some extra money! I am a recent college graduate of Western Michigan University and have moved back home to Illinois to pursue getting my Masters degree in Occupational Therapy. In my spare time, I work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities as...
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Lisle, IL

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$10/hr
1 year experience
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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