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Valyn L.

Experienced Big Sister Turned Trusted Caregiver | 9+ Years | Special Needs Experience

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Valyn, and I have 9+ years of hands-on childcare experience, starting within my own family. As the oldest sibling by 10+ years, I've helped care for my younger siblings from infancy through elementary school, managing routines, meals, homework, and creating a safe, structured environment, especially during a...
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Experienced Nanny | Psychology Degree | Special Needs & All Ages

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Erica, and I am a caring, dependable, and engaging caregiver with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in Human Development & Family Studies from Indiana University. My education, combined with several years of hands-on childcare and behavioral health experience, has given me strong insight into child...
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Special Education Teacher Looking To Support Special Needs Children Over The Summer

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
During the school year I am a special education teacher for Chicago Public Schools. I have been a school teacher for eight years for students with severe and profound special needs. Before I was a teacher I have done multiple care giving jobs working with children with all different types of needs. I am experienced with...
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Special Needs Educator/Provider

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I am an elementary education/special education minor. I have experience in my coursework in dealing with all types of learners. I have found it to me even more fulfilling to work with children with special needs. It may take longer for these students to understand or make milestones but when they attain their goals its a...
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Seasoned Special Needs Helper

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello everyone, my name's Khadijah. I currently work in ABA as a Registered Behavioral Therapist. I worked with special needs of all ages, from infants to seniors. I am currently a student studying for social work. I have worked in school, home, and residential settings. I have experience with adhd, autism, delayed cognitive...
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Childcare For Children With Special Needs

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
Hi! My name is Alena, I am from Medfield, MA and just graduated from Marquette University with my Bachelor degree in Nursing. While I am not available for consistent nannying jobs, I am in search of date nights and random days to babysit this summer. Please do not hesitate to add me to your back up list! Throughout my years in...
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Trisha L. - Providing Unique Care And Support For Individuals With Special Needs

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been working with children and adults with special needs and neurodevelopmental/physical differences for over 10 years. My care started with my cousin who has cerebral palsy and is non-verbal. I also worked as a care aid for individuals ranging from 4-26 years old, including those with autism, developmental delays, and...
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Part-Time, Passionate Special Needs Caregiver Available For Summer!

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with disabled, neurodivergent, and neurotypical children and adults with and for 14 years, providing in-home, in-school, and in-community care for individuals with a variety of abilities, skills, and disabilities. I absolutely love the work, and I am passionate about disability rights. I majored in Women's and...
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Part-time Caregiver, Special-needs Provider, And Respite Care Worker Available

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
I am completing my Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and have been working with children of varying abilities for 2+ years. I am very passionate about working with children of all ages, all types of abilities, challenges, and their families . I am currently working in an elementary school that and have a caseload...
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Part-time Special Needs Care-Giver With Lots Of Experience

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Maddie! I'm a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) working with children with autism in a therapeutic day school. I've been around and have cared for kids with disabilities most of my life. My 21-year-old sister has developmental delays, mental health diagnoses and autism. I have nannied and babysat kids of all ages...
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Special needs caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$16/hr
Hi I'm Romeo I have over 10 years of caregiver experience I can provide a very good references most of my patients live in Downtown Gold Coast area .
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Part Time Special Needs Caregiver.

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I worked in daycare caring for a child with sensory processing problems. I enjoy helping them learn to get through every day life with thier issue.
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Special Needs Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have taken courses in students with disabilities and autism spectrum disorder. I also worked at a school for children with special needs for one year. I continue to work with children with varying needs and support them and their learning.
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Part Time Special Needs Assistant Available

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
I have 10+ years of working as a Special Education School bilingual teacher and assistant which required a lot of professionally structured skills , empathy , patience and perseverance. Few years ago I became a personal caregiver, also a nanny focused on providing optimal support to clients and clients kids through personalized...
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Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
6 years experience
I graduated recently with a degree in Elementary and Special Education. I have always enjoying working with individuals with special needs. I have worked 4 years at an inclusive summer camp for elementary aged students. I have worked 2 years at a camp for adults and children with special needs, spending much of my time with...
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Special Needs

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi, I worked for CPS as a SECA (Special Ed Classroom Assistant) for 6yrs. Being a SECA was an amazing job. I am now a stay-at-home mom to a sweet 2yr old boy. I believe I have the patience, and kindness to work with children. Safety is my priority, but also making sure having fun and learning are incorporated too!
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Special Needs Provider Available

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I am a full time special education teacher. I currently teach 5th and 8th grade students with learning disabilities. In addition, I have taught in a special needs high school setting as well as a residential behavior setting for boys with severe behavior disorders. I have also worked as a behavioral therapist for a 4-year-old...
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Special Needs Paraprofessional

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! My name is Emilyne Mai and I have worked as a paraprofessional for 3+ years. I have primarily worked with middle schoolers, high schoolers, as well as the Pre-K and Kindergarten ages. I have worked with a variety of students that have ADHD/ADD, AuSD, partially blind, limited to no mobility. During this time, I have...
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Special Needs Tutor & Behavior Specialist

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a special needs tutor & behavior specialist. Please email so I can send you my experience & certifications. --Valley View Elementary--special needs dept --Mental Health Mental Retardation --tutor special needs while out of school --lots of certifications
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Special Needs Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Dedicated and highly experienced childcare professional with over a decade of hands-on experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults with autism and complex care needs. Specialized in nonverbal communication, sensory-aware caregiving, and maintaining dignity, safety, and emotional security in private home settings....
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