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60 Down syndrome care are listed in Melrose Park, IL

The average rate is $18/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby Down syndrome care is 4 years

Down syndrome care in Melrose Park, IL

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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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Madeline L.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Looking For Families To Support

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Hello! I am a special education teacher of children with moderate-severe disabilities and a licensed learning behavior specialist. I am looking for a family to support on an occasional/part time basis while I save some money. I have experience working with people with autism, down syndrome, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy and...
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Caitlin B.


Chicago, IL

$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Summer Nanny/ Babysitter/ Tutor

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Hi, my name is Caitlin and I am a high school Special Education teacher. I work on the West Side of Chicago and currently live in Logan Square. I have 8 years of experience in Nannying/ Babysitting. Throughout the majority of high school and college, I nannied a young girl with Down Syndrome and I am comfortable providing with...
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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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Holly S.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr • 4 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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Shaniya D.


Roselle, IL

$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp

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I have worked with ages from 1-13 with down's syndrome, autism, non-verbal children who aren't yet diagnosed, ect. I don't find working with them difficult I feel they just need a different level of patience to work with that I have. I use games, redirection, music therapy (if not over stimulated) by so and talks to soothe the...
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Sophia A.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$17-20/hr

Experienced And Patient Nanny

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Hello, my name is Sophia and I have been babysitting/nannying for over 10 year! My mom is a special needs teacher in district 34, and I have years of experience going in to help with her students. Additionally, I was a part of a high school class that allowed me to work one-on-one with a teenager who had Down syndrome for one...
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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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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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Jacqueline V.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Young Adult Available

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I grew up with a developmentally delayed older sister which has given me a great deal of experience with a variety of different needs. In addition, I was selected to be an aide at my local high school to work with the special education program for a portion of the day, which I have been doing for for the past 2 years. I'm...
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Caroline M.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr • 3 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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Jessica P.


Bartlett, IL

$15/hr • 2 yrs exp

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Hi! My names Jess, I am 20 and attending GVSU as a sophomore this year! Ihave many years of experience with kids, including teaching preschool in high school as an extra class, tutoring elementary kids in reading, and many babysitting jobs. This past summer I was a full time nanny to 3 kids and loved it. I also have experience...
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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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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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Debbie S.


Lisle, IL

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Caregiver

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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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Elliott B.


Chicago, IL

$17-22/hr • 2 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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Brittany K.


West Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider Seeking Full-Time Nanny Position

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Hi, I have 10 plus years of child care experience working with children of all ages. Specifically, in homes, a therapeutic day school and pediatric clinics. I have experience working with special needs children as well, explicitly, those affected by: autism spectrum disorder, Retts syndrome, Down syndrome, ADD/ADHD, cerebral...
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Tiffany P.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Full Or Part-Time

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Hello I'm TJ a Newly single mother of two looking for work that won't take me too far from home. A bit about me: I grew up in a large New Orleans family, and have been taking care of siblings and cousins for as long as I can remember. I started as an employed nanny during my second half of high school for a family of five...
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Phoebe B.


Chicago, IL

$18-28/hr • 5 yrs exp

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My name is Phoebe. I have 5 years of school based experience working with students K-5. I am passionate about adapting to meet the child where they are at, and building a strong bond with them. I love watching kids fall in love with learning, and seeing their brain grow! I have extensive experience working with children with...
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Stephanie S.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitter

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Hi there! My name is Stephanie but you can call me Steph. I am currently a junior nursing student and my focus is in pediatric oncology. My child care experience started with my younger sister who is now 14. I have experience with children with special needs (Autism, Down Syndrome, and medically fragile children.) I have cared...

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