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Cassandra H.


Oak Lawn, IL

$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Paramedic For Special Needs

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Hello! My name is Cass and I have been a paramedic for 8 years now. I have experience with helping clients with all types of medical conditions in the physical, psychiatric, and emotional areas.
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Eileen M.


Oak Lawn, IL

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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My experience with special needs came from a previous family that I nannied for. The young boy had ADHD and required medication, counseling and follow through on behavior modification techniques. Another experience was a young boy I tutored who had Down Syndrome. He was a high functioning little guy who was able to learn to read...
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Callie P.


Oak Lawn, IL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

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Katie L.


Oak Lawn, IL

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

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I am currently working at the Southwest Cook County Cooperative Association For Special Education and have been for three years. I have worked with kid ages 5-17 and love very minute of it!
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Anuta F.


Oak Lawn, IL

$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Professional Caregiver

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I have got 18 years of experience in caregiving I am a very kind person polite, gentle, well mannered lady and looking to start the job as soon as possible. Nights shifts preferred. Second priority is day shift. Thank you
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Liliya H.


Oak Lawn, IL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Im a mother grow in my own 3 children . I have background in the midwife I have experience 20+ .. I have experience in special need experience in children and adults. Lead weakly assessments . Prepare fresh meals, introduce to new foods. Fostering independence and skills development. . Created educational learning and interest...
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Pamela A.


Oak Lawn, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring Assistant To Make Your Day Easier

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I am a wife, mother to two young adults, and special education assistant. I have a bachelors degree in elementary and special education. I have many years experience working with people of various needs. I will adhere to all guidance and schedules given to ensure there is no interruption in quality of care. If you are looking...
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Ausra V.


Oak Lawn, IL

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver, Oak Lawn

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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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Cynthia B.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Chicago Caregiver/CNA Available Part-Time.

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I have worked with children and adults at Misericordia Home for six years. Some duties were: changing diapers, re-positioning, temps, set up and priming of Ng/Og feeds, emptying foleys, etc. I have taken them on outings, programing and other activities. I love working with children of all needs; I especially love the smile on...
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Rita C.


Alsip, IL

$28/hr • 9 yrs exp

Ability Coach & Support Provider

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I love my job! What I love most are the amazing people I get to work with. I have over 10 years experience working with students and clients with multiple abilities and diagnoses. I have worked as a paid employee and volunteer for school districts, special need cooperatives and adult service providers. This has given me...
5.0
"Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her tenure with our family. She is trustworthy, pleasant to...

Reviewed by Charles S.

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Cassie J.


Alsip, IL

$20-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

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I've been engaged in childcare since the age of 15, and my passion for working with kids has only grown. Currently pursuing a degree in Pediatric Nursing, it's a lifelong dream of mine to contribute to children's well-being. With a 4-year-old brother, I have firsthand experience understanding children. Throughout high school, I...
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Keesha H.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

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As a mother of a child with special needs I have experience caring for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, Emotional Disabilities, Opposition Defiance Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder. I am employed by Chicago Public Schools as a aide for children with special needs and by the Chicago Park District as an Inclusion Aide...
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Jasmyn B.


Justice, IL

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver With Plenty Of Experience

5.0

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Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 2-year-old babygirl and I'm only interested in occasional evening or weekend gigs. I've been working with a fantastic family's non verbal 23-year-old son with special needs for the past 6 years and I enjoy it immensely. I have over 9 years of combined experience working in schools as a...
5.0
"Jasmyn helps our family care for my special needs son and she has been a great addition to our team. She's consistent, attentive, caring, reliable and very nurturing. He took to her immediately. She's made...

Reviewed by Tracy V.

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Kimberly R.


Chicago, IL

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Caregiver

4.7

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Hi. I am dependable and love to have fun with kids. I love kids to be themselves and to enjoy life. I took care of a 56-year-old man who has Epilepsy. He has seizure attacks a lot of times and I make sure that he take his medication, meals, took him to his doctor appointments, shower, light housekeeping and laundry. Also, I...
4.0
"Interviewed her and she was early for her appointment. I plan to add her to my on call list."

Reviewed by Bertina P.

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Eileen K.


Worth, IL

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm A Caring, Loving Person Who Gives Dependable Help

5.0

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I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. Some with autism, muscular dystrophy, down syndrome, etc. I have been a caregiver for over 19years and I'm a mom of three.
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"I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day! "

Reviewed by Patrick D.

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Kimberly J.


Chicago, IL

$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

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I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
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Maria C.


Chicago, IL

$22-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Looking For A New Private Client.

5.0

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Experienced caregiver with an illustrious track record spanning over 20 years of providing personalized and heartfelt care to diverse individuals in need. This multifaceted exposure has not only enriched my skills but also instilled in me a creative approach to delivering compassionate care. My journey in caregiving has been an...
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"Maria is an outstanding caregiver. Kind, dedicated, knowledgeable of the issues that come with old age and disability. She was very calm and understanding even when my mother (95 and diagnosed with dementia)...

Reviewed by Care member

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Virginija S.


Willowbrook, IL

$14-19/hr

Special Needs Caregiver

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Hello! . I have a lot of experience with special needs kids for the last 20 years.
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Erin W.


Oak Forest, IL

$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny

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Experienced care provider, administering supervision and guidance to children in public venues and private home settings. Dedicated to helping children better understand the world around them while providing enrichment through play and learning. Committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for learning and growth. Adept...
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Yulissa M.


Alsip, IL

$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

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Hello there, My name is Yulissa and I'm 27 years old. I have been caring for children and senior adults for almost 8 years now. I'm always willing to learn and full of energy. My friends describe me as caring, loving and hardworker. I'm currently in nursing school and will graduate in November 2024. Although it was being a...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Oak Lawn, IL

Rita C.

5.0

Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her tenure with our family. She is trustworthy, pleasant to be around, and is wonderful with kiddos. I strongly recommend her for any caregiver...

- Charles S.

Jasmyn B.

5.0

Jasmyn helps our family care for my special needs son and she has been a great addition to our team. She's consistent, attentive, caring, reliable and very nurturing. He took to her immediately. She's made my entire families life easier and more pleasant.

- Tracy V.

Kimberly R.

5.0

Kimberly is an incredible caregiver. She has been working for us for over two years and she has provided excellent care of our special needs daughter who is cognitively impaired and has a seizure disorder. She is loving, caring, thoughtful , trustworthy and she is always in a good mood. She will do...

- Adrienne N.

Eileen K.

5.0

I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day!

- Patrick D.

Maria C.

5.0

Maria C. is a wonderful caregiver. She took care of my mother for the last 12 years of her life, until she passed away last year at 98. Maria was calm and understanding even when my mother, diagnosed with dementia, had become difficult to deal with. Maria had truly become my mother's best friend,...

- Andrei U.

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