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Madelyne G.


Westchester, IL

$20-23/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello! I am a DePaul University graduate with my own car. I am a patient, kind, positive, and empathetic individual who seeks to make a positive impact in others' lives. I grew up assisting a family member on the autism spectrum and am also knowledgeable with ADD/ADHD, Asperger's, and Vision impairment. I hope to make an impact...

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I have had many different experiences working with children with special needs. I have volunteered for an organization . Through this, I worked with individuals with brain injures to reap the therapeutic benefits of aquatic therapy while just splashing around and moving in the pool. Additionally, I worked with , teaching young...
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Amy D.


Melrose Park, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I'm a certified Preschool teacher and have hours in training and certification for assisting children with special needs ranging from autism to physically disabled. I enjoy story time, puzzles, drama and arts and crafts. I am flexible and reliable. Hope that I can be a great fit you and your family.
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Rashawnda P.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Helpmate

5.0

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Certified nursing assistant for 12 years. I have training in many settings for nursing homes, memory care & private home care. I have cared for people with special need-independent clients to total care. I have experience in feed/gtube. I have training in transportation lifts(Hoyer, Stand lift). Personal care- ( pri-care,...
5.0
"Rashawnda is absolutely wonderful. My kids adore her. She is definitely like a member of our family."

Reviewed by Veronica C.

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Danielle S.


Chicago, IL

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time C.N.A./Caregiver Available

5.0

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I am an Operations Supervisor at an Adult Day Care and also an in home care provider. I am also a Certified Dementia Practitioner as well as an C. N. A. I have been in the field of caring for individuals for over 13 years. I have a gift of patience with people and consideration for individuals who require more attention than...
5.0
"She helped me during recovery from shoulder replacement surgery. I was VERY restricted in mobility and could not lift anything. It was very reassuring for me to have her on "stand-by" when I first showered by...

Reviewed by Caroline W.

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Cori F.


Darien, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

4.5

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I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 18 years. I now work as an assistant at the Elementary level K-2 grades. I am a certified CNA, Phlebotomists, EKG technician. I have provided home health care for 15 years.
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Jasmyn B.


Justice, IL

$25-30/hr10 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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Dania G.


Melrose Park, IL

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

5.0

(1)

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Hello Parents! I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
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Maureen M.


Oak Park, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient and Loving Mom available for ALL your Childcare Needs

4.0

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Available for respite care, weekend, overnights. I have been a licensed IL foster parent and have worked with 2 children that suffered from Fetal Alcohol syndrome and another who has ADHD as well as depression/anxiety. I have worked at an institution where I gained experience with immobile children, Batten disease, Charge...
4.0
"Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our training. And she provides daily needs for her as well and reading stories....

Reviewed by Jennifer V.

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Michael S.


Oak Park, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Family Organization Assistance

5.0

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I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...
5.0
"Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we would definitely rehire him. I do not hesitate to...

Reviewed by Leslie G.

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Noel B.


Lombard, IL

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Demonstrating A Love And Passion For Teaching

5.0

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Hi there! My name is Noël and I live in Villa Park, IL. I have a significant amount of experience caring for special needs individuals as I have a younger brother, Joshua, who is Autistic - he is my pride and my joy! In addition to caring for him, I assisted my parents with facilitating an at home early intervention program...
5.0
"Noel was amazing to work with. She is communicative, responsive, and caring. I would strongly recommend hiring Noel."

Reviewed by Clint S.

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Todd M.


Oak Park, IL

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Special Needs Provider

5.0

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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...
5.0
"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 have enlisted Mr. M. to work with our children M-F from 3pm-...

Reviewed by Jennifer W.

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Tahira R.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
5.0
"Tahiti was on time, congenial, caring, and careful. I highly recommend her!"

Reviewed by Susan S.

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Rosaura C.


Chicago, IL

$22-30/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

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ROSAURA Objective: Certified Nursing Assistant since 1998. Specialize in Dementia, Parkinson's, MS and Austism. Working homecare since 2015 Experience: A. B 02/21- Present Personal Support Worker Help around his apartment Errands, Walks M. H 09/2019-Present CNA Companionship, ADL, Groceries, Errands Custom Home...
5.0
"Rosaura helped me with wound care after I had to have an emergency surgery. I had an abscess removed from my tail bone and had to have surgical packing changed daily for almost three months. Rosaura had never...

Reviewed by Natalie S.

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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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Isabella A.


Lombard, IL

$25-35/hr1 yrs exp

Caring Full-Time Nanny With Special Needs Experience!

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Hi! I have loved working with children all my life, and would love to become a positive part of your child/children's lives! In the last six months I became certified as a Registered Behavior Technician working with children with autism at By Your Side where I'm currently employed. I have a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice...
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Tamika T.


Brookfield, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I've worked with autism, cerebral palsy, ADHD, ADD, seizures, Down syndrome, and much more. I love working with special needs children because they are the best children to work with.They are so loving, kind, friendly and outgoing!
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Sierrah S.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

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I love being that person that can help in any way I can. I know sometimes it may be hard but having an extra set of hands makes a difference. I enjoy being around people of all ages. I have 5 beautiful kids and my 3-year-old is austic. I'm his voice. Me seeing what activities his therapist do with him, I pay attention and do the...
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Kinga S.


Harwood Heights, IL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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My name is Kinga . I am a polish , 42 years old women . I was a nurse in Poland . I loved my job then and I would love to continue helping people. My longest experience comes from work in hospitals. If You would like to speak in person and get more information , please contact me . Thank You.
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Nijole B.


Downers Grove, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available Part-Time

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I have been a caregiver for 10 years and am very passionate about what I do. One of my employers had an 18-year-old daughter with epilepsy. I assisted her with homework, morning routine, meal preparation, and other household duties. I was also a math teacher in my home country of Lithuania for 20 years, which sometimes required...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Westchester, IL

Rashawnda P.

5.0

Rashawnda is absolutely wonderful. My kids adore her. She is definitely like a member of our family.

- Veronica C.

Danielle S.

5.0

She helped me during recovery from shoulder replacement surgery. I was VERY restricted in mobility and could not lift anything. It was very reassuring for me to have her on "stand-by" when I first showered by myself. She remembered how I liked things done and rarely needed to be reminded of...

- Caroline W.

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.

Maureen M.

4.0

Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our training. And she provides daily needs for her as well and reading stories. Maureen has been helpful to me with clean up around the house.

- Jennifer V.

Michael S.

5.0

Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we would definitely rehire him. I do not hesitate to recommend him!

- Leslie G.

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