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Yelitza F.

Special Education Teacher

Westmont, IL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
Experience as a daycare teacher. Associate degree in special education . Early education courses and all those necessary to obtain a CDA . Verifiable personal references Native language Spanish, intermediate level of English Experience for more than 20 years in my home country, working with people with special needs
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Part-time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$28/hr
Hello, my name is Natalie, and I am a 22-year-old Elmhurst University student. Because I am majoring in Communication Sciences and Disorders, I am extremely keen in children's development and communication disorders. I've always been involved with children, and before to covid, I worked at a childcare facility. When it comes to...
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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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Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I absolutely love working with kids, and I believe that I am very good at it as I have my own little one. I treat the children that I care for as if they were my own, so they are always in good hands.
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Certified Professional Caregiver

Westmont, IL

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$17/hr
While "just" a Certified Caregiver, I often work WITH the client, doing/prompting client, to do their physical and occupational therapy, WITH the client. I love seeing clients get stronger, and truly enjoy physical and occupational workouts, with the client. Also, I am hard working, and also, patient. I have a high level of...
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Hillside, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree, I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant - 5 years... I have 20 years of teaching and 30+ years working with...
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Special Education Classroom Assistant

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I am currently a Special Education teacher in a self-contained K/1st classroom. I am blessed to be able to work with 9 great students, 8 of my students are on the autism spectrum and 1 of my students is diagnosed with OHI. This is my 5th year working at the my current school. The school is a specialty school and it only serves...
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Cicero, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I strongly believe that we have been two hands for this purpose. One to help ourself and the other to serve and help others. That why 34 years I decided to dedicate my life to nursing and caregiving. Life blessed me with a child of special needs ( Autism Spectrum Disorder) which has given me an abundance of joy and...
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Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

Worth, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I have an AAS in Early Childhood Education. I'm Type 04 Paraprofessional Certified. I have worked with children from toddler to middle school. The past 8 has been one-on-one with child on the Autism Spectrum. Currently, I work for Palos Heights School District as an ABA Therapist/Paraprofessional. During the school year, I...
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Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I am a Licensed Paramedic in IL with about 10 years of Healthcare experience, with more than 7 years in EMS. I have experience with people of all walks of life, as well as healthcare needs. I also have experience caring for children of all ages, multiples, and children with special needs. I am a non-smoker, pet friendly, and...
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Part-time Caregiver, Oak Lawn

Oak Lawn, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have 15 years of experience in a health care setting. In Lithuania (where I came from) I worked in a hospital of mental diseases, as an attendant for 5 years. I was taking care of mentally ill patients, most of them were seniors. I am a compassionate, caring, patient and kind health care provider. I also organized and...
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Elmhurst, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I have been a special education teacher for 8 years and am looking for occasional caretaking/babysitting jobs. I have taught early childhood through 2nd grade and definitely love what I do. I moved to Elmhurst June of this year from Virginia.
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Elmwood Park, IL

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$18/hr
Hi! I'm Krysal, a highly organized and dependable personal assistant with a background in child care, healthcare support, and hands-on volunteer work. As a college student studying Interdisciplinary Health Sciences with a focus on Health Diversity, I've developed strong multitasking, communication, and time management skills....
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Special Needs Caregiver.

Darien, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My degree in Psychology has given me many tools to help with special needs children and adults. I am an extremely patient person with a caring and sensitive side.
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Chicago, IL

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$12/hr
5 years experience
Hi my name is Reagan! I am nursing student at Bradley university. I have many years of experience babysitting and babysitting those with special needs. I am proactive, energetic, and caring. Additionally I am CPR, BLS, AED certified for all age levels. I hope to hear from you soon!
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Experienced Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I've been working for systems unlimited for 2 years and really enjoy it. I would love to work with other individuals in the community. I'm very patient and fun and can handle physical and mental disabilities. I also have a sister with mental disabilities that I have helped care for my entire life so I'm definitely very...
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Special Education Teacher With Self-Contained And Resource Experience

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! My name is Nina and I have a passion for working with people with special needs & special education. I have my B. S. in Psychology and went straight into teaching in a self contained Enhanced Autism Classroom right out of college. Although it was an EAC room, I gained hands on experience with many other disabilities...
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Caring, Structured And Fun!

Westmont, IL

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$15/hr
I've been a teacher in my own classroom for four years... and it's time for a change! I love what I do, but I also know that there are so many other ways I can make a difference in the world. Working with people with special needs is to serve one of the most vulnerable people in our world. I want to be a part of their care and...
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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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Brookfield, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in a Austum center, and nursing homes and home care. I am very good working with people with disabilities and infants and elder
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