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Amanda B.
Prospect Heights, IL
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am a Special Education major at Illinois State University and I have a passion for taking care and working with children with special needs. I have volunteer experience working with students with many different disabilities like autism, down syndrome, dyslexia, and many others.
Beatris V.
Prospect Heights, IL
$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Ive always been interested in helping others in any way I can. Im working as a caregiver/companionship. I have experience assisting with medication, dressing, feeding and toileting and other needs. I am energetic, passionate and hard working.
Nkhalo L.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
4.7
(6)
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I've nine years working with people with mental disabilities. Am working towards my LPN and am a certified nursing assistant as well as a phlebotomist.
3.0
"She worked with us for about 3 months, did overnight care for our special needs son. We paid her what she asked, we spent a lot of time training her. She took off about once every 3 week. She did a good job...
Reviewed by Nasrullah K.
5.0
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I worked at Philip J Rock Center & School in Glen Ellyn it is school & home for children with both deaf & blind disabilities compiled with cerebral palsy & other learning disabilities. I was trained how to communicate with the children with a basic version of sign language & supervised children during activities & daily living...
3.5
(4)
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I have always had a passion for helping people. I believe that everyone deserves to be treated with respect, dignity, and compassion, regardless of their abilities or challenges. I enjoy working with special-needs people because I can make a positive difference in their lives by providing them with the support and assistance...
5.0
"Alondra is incredibly reliable and consistently goes above and beyond. Her punctuality, professionalism, and caring nature are her greatest attributes. I'd recommend her for hire for anyone seeking assistance...
Reviewed by Kevin S.
Elise C.
Des Plaines, IL
$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi. My name is Elise. I currently work as an assistant teacher in Glenview. I work in a special ed classroom with children from kindergarten to 2nd grade. I have experience working one on one as well as in classroom with children with disabilities (autism, down syndrome, turner syndrome, developmental delay, etc).
5.0
(3)
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With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses.
As a public school teacher of many...
5.0
"Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time with an amazing attitude and is always finding new...
Reviewed by Ann D.
Michelle K.
Park Ridge, IL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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I have cared for children with discipline disorders, learning disorders, downs syndrome, and autism. I take time with children I work with, to learn how they respond and react to different ways of handling situations. I am energetic and caring. I hold a great deal of pride in the work I do.
5.0
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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.
5.0
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I recently graduated with my degree, Doctor of Physical Therapy and am a licensed physical therapist. I have a passion to care for those in need, especially those who are most vulnerable. This has made me, comfortable, competent and confident with providing care for people with special needs.
I have over 9 years of care giving...
5.0
"We can't say enough good things about Veronica....she's caring, responsible, hard working and very flexible. She's been helping serve as personal assistant for our 20 yr old daughter who has some physical and...
Reviewed by John B.
4.2
(5)
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Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified.
Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...
5.0
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I have about 5 years of experience in special ed. I was a teachers aide at kirk school in Palatine for 3 years. I have also been a private caregiver for an adult male with special needs.
5.0
"Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie always provided the best care. She is reliable, responsible and...
Reviewed by Care member
3.0
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I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
Connie B.
Niles, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have been in the social service field for over 20 years. I was also was a preschool teacher, but went back to my first love, working with people with disabilities. I worked in a residential home with girls with severe disabilities, then did respite care for a few years and loved it all. I was a job coach helping people with...
5.0
"We have been so incredibly lucky to have Connie as part of our care team. She has been reliable, responsible, and very kind in the care of our son with autism. She is professional, knowledgeable, and keeps my...
Reviewed by Stacy C.
Katharine S.
Winnetka, IL
$30-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Inspiring Growth And Joy: Nanny Specializing In Special Needs Care
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This past May, I graduated from the University of Iowa with a BA in Psychology. I have always had a passion for working with kids and young adults, especially those with disabilities and/or mental health illnesses. During school, I worked as a Direct Support Professional in Iowa City, IA. I was at an enhanced behavioral and...
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My brother was born with autism and I was very young however I had to step up. So ever since then I have been very well trained with children with special needs. I also did a program within the company my brother uses for therapy.
Shelby P.
Vernon Hills, IL
$30-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
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My name is Shelby, I'm a 27-year-old social worker at a residential treatment facility. I currently work with developmentally delayed teenage boys with mental health disorders and behavioral concerns. I started caring for others with babysitting 13 years ago and have done it on and off since. I have also worked at 2 elementary...
Colleen B.
Mount Prospect, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
2 Teaching Degrees And Going For 3rd MA In Special Ed.
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Worked for Chicago Park District for 17 years with All children as an instructor and supervisor. Received my Undergrad from Northeastern in Elementary Ed. and PE along with an Endorsement in Language Arts, Professional Nanny and Babysitter for 8 years and currently babysit nights and weekends. Teacher, Substitute Teacher at...
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I am going into my senior year as a special education student. I have experience working with students of all different ages, and needs. My degree is for k-21 but I have experience beyond those ages as well. As I'm currently in school I will be available to help out in a variety of ways mostly on weekends.
Jennifer M.
Wheeling, IL
$23-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am an experienced mother who has cared for two special needs children. My daughter had cancer at 9. My son was speech and language delayed, LD, and has ADHD.
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Recent special needs child care reviews in Prospect Heights, IL
Nkhalo L.
3.0
She worked with us for about 3 months, did overnight care for our special needs son. We paid her what she asked, we spent a lot of time training her. She took off about once every 3 week. She did a good job when she did come, but was not dependable. Unsure if I would hire again knowing what I know...
- Nasrullah K.
Alondra N.
5.0
Alondra is incredibly reliable and consistently goes above and beyond. Her punctuality, professionalism, and caring nature are her greatest attributes. I'd recommend her for hire for anyone seeking assistance with special needs care.
- Kevin S.
Lauren G.
5.0
Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time with an amazing attitude and is always finding new ways to help. She is reliable, hardworking, responsive, intelligent, and always follows...
- Ann D.
Veronica D.
5.0
We can't say enough good things about Veronica....she's caring, responsible, hard working and very flexible. She's been helping serve as personal assistant for our 20 yr old daughter who has some physical and intellectual special needs. Veronica quickly earned our trust and our daughter's trust and...
- John B.
Laurie B.
5.0
Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie always provided the best care. She is reliable, responsible and trustworthy.
- Care member