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Maria C.

Experienced Caregiver Looking For A New Private Client.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience
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...

Care Member says "Maria is an outstanding caregiver, patient, punctual, going out of her way, and over her duties in caring for her patients."

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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a recent graduate looking for an income and I have 5 years experience working in healthcare. Thank you.

Yulanda C. says "Natacha was a great conversationalist and was helpful when I needed assistance going to a medical procedure. She's very dependable and I would recommend...

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Patricia -- Personal Trainer, Corrective Exercise Specialist, Life Coach

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've had nearly a decade of experience coaching, tutoring, nannying, caring for and babysitting kids from infants to preteens. My goal is to support the families I serve by making learning and movement enjoyable for kids, and finding creative ways to incorporate this into their daily routine. I desire to empower those I work...
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Reliable Special Needs Provider

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been working with special needs children and adults for over 25 years. I taught drama to developmentally disabled adults and taught or tutored most school subjects to elementary, teen, and adult learners in classrooms, homes, non-profits, and tutoring centers. I have earned masters degrees in middle-secondary education and...

Jennifer W. says "Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We...

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Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have been caring for children since I was 12 then, in high school I received my infant, toddler and school age assistant/lead teaching licenses as well as SIDS, CPR, AED and first aid certification. I then did a school-to-work program, serving children K-6. In college I worked at two child care centers that served 6 week-...
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Experienced Gold Coast Nanny (ADHD-Adoption-Special Needs-Night Nurse)

Chicago, IL

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Hello Families! My name is Anna and I've been caring for children of all ages for 16 years now. Ihave experience as a nanny-sitter/housemanager-personal assistant. I graduated from a four year university in 2009 where I obtained my teaching and studio art degree. I also played soccer there. I'm a very well rounded person with a...
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Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
2 years experience
I have years of teaching experience. I was a substitute teacher this past school year and have taken on a long term assignment as their interim Special Education Teacher and worked with IEP students with developmental delays, cognitive delays, ADHD, and on autism spectrum. I have subbed a few times in cluster self-contained...
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Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I have years of experience doing in-home healthcare for Medicaid providers. I have paused and picked it back up throughout my school and career journey. I have previously been certified in medication administration, CPR, Diabetic testing, lift utilization, etc. My longest role was supporting 3 adult males with intellectual and...
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Chicago, IL

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$22/hr
6 years experience
I am a certified Special Education Teacher with 6 years of experience. I have experience teaching an Autism program including some ABA strategies, behavioral education, and academic instruction and support for students with intellectual disabilities. I am looking for a summer position but I am open to remaining with the position...
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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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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
I am currently a second year student at Illinois State University studying Speech Language Pathology and have worked with many individuals with various special needs. I have also volunteered at my church working with individuals with special needs and their family's.
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Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Greetings! My name is Kayode. I am very friendly and easy to get along with . I love the crack jokes making my clients happy. Direct support professional with 7years experience as well as working in the mental health field. I have worked in all different types of settings working with Cognitive flexibility , down syndrome ,...
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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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Park Ridge, IL

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$20/hr
I work at a High school. The department I work in is with students that have varying Special Needs and abilities. These students have IEPs and have many adaptations to help accomodate their leaning and their environment.
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Aside from working with family members with special needs, I have 4 years of paid experience working with both children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. My skills range from tutoring to assistance with activities of daily living. In order to attend the doctoral program for occupational therapy at...
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Reliable And Patient

Chicago, IL

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Looking for a position to take care of someone and their needs. I'm very patient and a problem solver and a good listener. There's nothing I can't or am not willing to do.
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Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Compassionate and patient caregiver with 2 years of experience in a home healthcare setting treating individuals of all ages with disabilities. I am trained and knowledgeable in all activities of daily living including grooming, hygiene, feeding, meal preparation, positioning and body mechanics, medical monitoring and many other...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
Greetings. I've been a nanny since 17 so I've had my variety of experiences. I've encountered everything from non verbal autistic, delayed development, to OCD/ anxiety and depression. I myself grew up in an Adhd household. Because of this, I am familiar on a personal level as well. I come at everything with patience and empathy.
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Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Hello! I'm Phoebe! I love working with kids and have done so for about 5 years now. I started babysitting at 15. I grew up homeschooled and ended up teaching a children's baking class in a homeschool program in LA. I also have been a TA for that same program. I've babysat a 2-year-old boy with Down syndrome daily about two years...
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Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Alexis and I am a school based occupational therapist. I am looking for a job to make some extra money while being able to work with kids. I have over 3 years experience as a nanny and work with kids with disabilities during my day job.
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Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in River Forest, IL

Special Needs Child Care in River Forest, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Maria C.

Maria is an outstanding caregiver, patient, punctual, going out of her way, and over her duties in caring for her patients.

- Care member

Natacha P.

Natacha was a great conversationalist and was helpful when I needed assistance going to a medical procedure. She's very dependable and I...

- Yulanda C.

Todd M.

Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work...

- Jennifer W.

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