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Selena O.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

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

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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...
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"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 :)"

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Meghan M.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Autism Specialist And Caregiver Extraordinaire

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I have paid experience teaching theater, dance, art and yoga to children over the past 11 years. I have 2 years full -time nanny experience with toddlers and over a decade of babysitting experience as well. I've worked with kids of all ages and love to plan a fun day with my charges. I have 20+ years experience with special...
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"Meghan has worked with our family since May 2017. She has always been dependable and has great empathy and patience with our teenage son who has autism. She is creative in ways to spend time with him and...

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Michael T.


Wheeling, IL

$16-21/hr6 yrs exp

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Paraprofessional ESL 4 years, group homes 2. 5 years. Substitute teacher SPED & normal classes 10 years. I have worked with: Down syndrome, autism, handicapped and other disorders and disabilities. I have the following training: CPI, first aid, and CPR. I have my own car, I can cook, and clean.
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Florence N.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hands

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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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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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Katie P.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr2 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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Katharine S.


Winnetka, IL

$30-40/hr1 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny - Specializing In Special Needs

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I have a love for working with individuals with special needs. I have experience working with individuals diagnosed with ASD, Bipolar Disorder, Alzheimer's Disease, Down Syndrome, Intellectual Disabilities, Pica, and Type 1 Diabetes. I'm looking to work with primarily children and teens, however, I could be open to other ages...
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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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Caroline M.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

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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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Audrey O.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 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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Elisabeth C.


Lake Zurich, IL

$15-30/hr

Special Needs

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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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Emma N.


River Forest, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced And Enthusiastic Special Needs Caregiver

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I have had the pleasure of working with children and adults with type one & type two diabetes, burn victims, Down syndrome, Tourette syndrome, Spina Bifida and kidney dialysis patients. I have experience working with infants all the way up to 40-year-olds. I am a very active person and enjoy baking, board games, crafts, and love...
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Diana C.


Bridgeview, IL

$14-25/hr2 yrs exp

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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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Leonor D.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 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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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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Megan F.


Riverside, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Caregiver Available

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I graduated with a degree in Recreation Therapy from Georgia Southern in 2017. Since graduating, I have been a 1:1 paraprofessional for a 16-year-old student with Down syndrome, a therapy aid at a therapeutic preschool and kindergarten for kids with Autism and Down syndrome, a special recreation coordinator for teens & adults,...

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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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Elliott B.


Chicago, IL

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Professional But Fun

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I am a reliable, hard worker with experience caring for kids with various disabilities and levels of support needs, ages 0-18. I began babysitting in high school, nannied and tutored in college, and continue to work with children as a school social worker. I have a graduate degree in social work, and training in early childhood...
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Holly S.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available

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In high school I spent my summers teaching children how to swim. when I was 15 years old my step mother gave birth to my brother who has Down Syndrome. I have been exposed to all types of special needs children throughout the years and thoroughly enjoy working with them. I truly adore working with children. I love watching...

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