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Hi! I'm Tiffany. I work at an elementary school as a sign language interpreter with special ed students, and I have extensive training in behavior de-escalation. I am CPR certified. I'm also comfortable babysitting both special-needs kids and kids with typical needs. I have experience with children from ages 2-17. With winter...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi, I'm a stay at home mom with 2 children (12 and 5). I have extensive experience with children of all ages (including special needs). I have a college degree along with some graduate work in the Psychology field. I also minored in Spanish. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked with Autistic children in school and...
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- $25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
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I have been working as a nanny since 1997, I have experience with different age group, and I worked with families in different part of Chicago-land,
I am responsible, reliable, patient, and professional nanny, I have a great love and passion to work with children, I can play, read and engage the child into different activities...
Jeff H. says "Our 2 year old warmed up to Hakima immediately, and enjoys their time together every week. She currently comes over one morning a week, and has been...
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- $25/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
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craft assistance
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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 in teaching, & 30+ years working with...
Care Member says "Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6...
Hi! My name is Amber and I am currently a doctoral student at the University of Illinois at Chicago in their Occupational Therapy program. I will graduate Spring 2027. I am also working part time as a Telehealth Behavioral Health Clinician at a community based mental health facility. I love working with my clients! I graduated...
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I was a math teacher for 20 years in my home country of Lithuania. I also have two children of my own, who have given me a lifetime of experience. One of my jobs was to care for an 18-year-old girl with epilepsy, so I'm comfortable with working with disabled and special-needs children. I also used to work part-time for a family...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Starla. I'm a Mom, mentor, teacher, Chef, and so much more. I begin caring for children at a very young age. I've worked with babies, toddlers, elementary ages kids, teenagers, I also have experience working with special needs kids. I provided childcare from home and nannied for several families. I'm fun, loving,...
Hello! My name is Jessica, welcome to my page. I am 26 years old currently living in Warrenville IL. I am currently a Special Education Teacher at Wheaton North High School. I graduated with a special education degree from University of Missouri and more recently graduated with my masters in Special Education from the American...
I have been taking care of the elderly for about 2 years, but in this country I only have one year of experience guaranteed.I am very good at my job, my clients have a lot of appreciation for me. I am looking for new opportunities and have my flexible schedule to be able to share time with my family. I am brave, patient, humble,...
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Hi! I have 10 years of experience caring for children ages newborn-12yrs old. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Transportation, and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have special needs experience and am familiar with developmental milestones. I love spending time outdoors, taking walks, crafts, and pets. I have a degree in...
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- $17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
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Hi! My name is Sara, and I am a dedicated pediatric physical therapist with over 10 years of experience working with children, including those with special needs and autism. As a mom to a toddler, I understand the importance of creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for kids to thrive.
I love bringing my creativity...
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I'm a mother of 1 years old baby. I'm being working as a senior care provider for 4 years. I'm a pet care caregiver for 2 years and I'm a special needs child care provider for 2 years also, I'm new on this app as a nanny, I'm a honesty person who want to help out taking care of kids while I take care of my baby as well. If...
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Hello! My name is Jackie, I am 21 years old and currently live in West Chicago! I have been a nanny for the past year and a half, and have babysat for different families since I was 12 years old, including various ages from newborn to teenagers along with different special needs. I speak English fluently and took 6 years of...
Gabriella C. says "Jackie was so helpful! I always came home to a clean house with dishes done and the vacuum ran. She came up with fun games for the kids to play. She...
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I have nannied & babysat for several families over the years. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my reviews from the previous families. I am a US Veteran and homeschooling mom of 3 boys (7, 4 & 10-month-old).
I look forward to hearing about your family and how I may be able to help.
marvin D. says "Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others."
Fun And Professional Nanny/babysitter With 8 Years Of Experience & A College Degree
Schaumburg, IL
5.0(1)
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- $15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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I have been lucky enough to work with many children ages ranging from 6 months to 13 years! I have a degree from Marquette University and am bilingual in English and Spanish. I have 8 years of paid experience and have had the opportunity to work with children ranging from 6 months to 13 years. Most recently I worked as a before...
Peter And Amy H. says "Elyse worked for us last year, and managed the after-school/evening chaos for my three children, ages 12, 9, and 6. She was always on time, drove...
I have worked through DCFS in a foster home, with children ranging from 5 months to 15 years old. There were many different special needs involved. I worked there for 5 years.
I enjoy this type of work because children are loving and sweet and teach us something new every day. The appreciation of life is greatly increased in...
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I am a senior in college studying nursing. I have lots of experience nannying. I love children and have worked with kids of all ages, even those with special needs! I am looking for a part time/as needed job in the Joliet/Plainfield area while I finish my last semester!
Jackie F. says "Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was...
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7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am looking to help people care for their children while they are working. I am a mother of 3 grown children and I have been working with students with special needs for about 7 years. I have a big family and love being the fun aunt to my young nieces and nephews. We love to do crafts, go to the zoo, swim, plays games,...
Angela K. says "Janice has been with us for almost a year. She watches my 1 year old since he was a newborn while I went to work as a nurse. She is very flexible and...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
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Hi there! I have been a full-time nanny for about 15 years now. My experience is from premature babies to middle school-aged kids, also kids with special needs. I am very patient and a loving person. Love to be outdoors, doing activities, singing, reading and dancing with kids. I have my own car willing to use to transport kids...
Erik W. says "Miriam did great watching our 1 year old daughter. She can be a little shy and before I left she was already comfortable with her. Miriam was great."
Learning Behavior Specialist Certified Special Education Teacher, Former Caregiver And Nanny
Joliet, IL
5.0(1)
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have had multiple prior educational and volunteering experiences working with children and adults with disabilities and baby-sitting as well as taking care of family members with special needs. My area of specialty is severe and profound. I worked my way through college as a nanny and caregiver through a company. I have an...
Lisa S. says "She is an awesome teacher who cares for her students and would do anything for them. She is dependable, reliable, and responsible."
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The average post rate is $16.50/hr as of March 2026
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Hakima H.
Our 2 year old warmed up to Hakima immediately, and enjoys their time together every week. She currently comes over one morning a week, and...
- Jeff H.
Branndi C.
Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from...
- Care member
Jackie L.
Jackie was so helpful! I always came home to a clean house with dishes done and the vacuum ran. She came up with fun games for the kids to...
- Gabriella C.
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