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3.4
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I passed the Nanny Basic Skills test. I worked with special needs children for five years. I was a preschool teacher. I have been a nanny/babysitter with children ranging from age newborn to 11. I have my CPR/First Aid cards. I enjoy working with children! I have my CNA and EKG technician certificate. I hope I can help your...
5.0
"Give Christine an in person interview. She far exceeds everything we were looking for in a caregiver for our son. She arrives a few minutes early. She is super attentive. She has the experience you are looking...
Reviewed by Joe K.
Anna S.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny - College Graduate - Located In Lakeview - 10+ Years Experience
4.3
(8)
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Ages 0-12 boys and girls. Nannied 40+ children over nanny career. Experience nannying up 5 children full time. Twins and special needs children experience. Most recent full time nanny/teacher to 4 children during Covid full-time.
CPR Certified and First Aid. Clean driving record (have own car). Background check on file.
Early...
5.0
"Anna was excellent caring for our son. She was always on time, easy going, and very caring. We'll definitely hire her again!"
Reviewed by Ryan W.
3.7
(3)
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I have been watching kids for a 9 years now. I love having playtime with kids. I am good at putting kids down for bedtime. I am also great at working with special needs children, have lots of experience and great references. I am 29 but I think that's what makes me a great nanny because I can connect with the kids on their...
5.0
"We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the girls adore her. This is our first week with her but so far it's been a...
Reviewed by Nicole B.
Jenna R.
Munster, IN
$5-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!
4.5
(4)
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I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...
5.0
"We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "
Reviewed by Maria W.
5.0
(1)
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Hi there, I'm Samantha! Having grown up caring for my younger siblings and formally babysitting since the age of 13, I understand the importance of reliable, compassionate care.
As someone with a flexible work schedule, I'm here to assist your family's needs on weeknights and weekends. I prioritize outdoor play, engaging...
5.0
"Samantha is great! She easily developed good rapport with all of our four children. They all had fun. She balanced time with them, prepared meals, took care of our dog, and handled a complicated transportation...
Reviewed by Lisa M.
4.9
(16)
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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,...
5.0
"Starla cared for my two kids during our nanny's vacation for three weeks. They absolutely loved her! She was a loving and caring Nanny! Starla is a chef and her baking was impressive, very delicious!! Her...
Reviewed by Leira M.
5.0
(2)
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Hi there!
I have plenty of experience with children ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years old (twins, multiples & special needs). I am CPR and first aid certified (which I renew every two years), a Certified nursing assistant, and have over 4 years of college under my belt in nursing and speech pathology. I have worked at my mom's...
5.0
"We interviewed Lauren for a full time position with our three year old son and when we were expecting our daughter. Lauren was an immediate fit for us! She came in and greeted our son, who immediately fell in...
Reviewed by Lauren F.
5.0
(1)
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Actively looking for a part-time nanny or tutor position. Establishing trust with whomever is watching your child is key and very important to me. I've created such wonderful relationships with all the families I've worked with. I have experience with toddlers up to teens. I also have my Bachelors in English and Psychology. I...
5.0
"If you communicate your expectations, Cassie will follow up and meet them. She is currently a nanny for our family in the afternoon. We like her. "
Reviewed by Paul M.
5.0
(3)
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Hello, I'm Bea and I'm a Junior at UIC! I hope to pursue Speech and Language Pathology in the future and my major is Psychology with a double minor in Linguistics and Disability and Human Development.
I have provided care for countless families over the past 7 years and can provide many references! My experience includes...
5.0
"She is incredible with children, pets, and homes. Beatrice was hired to help me with my newborn twins, my 2 yr old and 4 year old. My children love and adore her. They are now 4 (twins) 7 and 9."
Reviewed by Katie K.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"My two girls, 3 and 6, loved hanging out with Branndi. She kept them busy and happy with fun activites. She also helped out this struggling mom when I couldn't find reliable care! An absolute gem"
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5.0
(3)
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I currently work as a third grade and special education teacher at Rowe Elementary School. This will be my fourth year working here. I work with diverse learners in third grade and in kindergarten in a general education classroom. I have worked as a pre-school teacher with 3-year-olds, at JCYS one summer ago. I worked at LEARN...
5.0
"Very sweet. Fun and energetic with the kids"
Reviewed by Heather O.
5.0
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Hello, Mary Grace and I'm a nanny in the Chicago area! I have experience in child development and special needs care. Currently I am looking for 25-45 a week, and go start in mid August or beginning of September!
5.0
"We've worked with Mary Grace on and off (as needed) for 2.5 years. She has provided childcare for both our kids individually and together (2.5 years old and 10 month old). Mary Grace is confident in our home...
Reviewed by Susannah F.
Steph S.
Chicago, IL
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nursing Student With 15 Years Of Experience Nannying / Babysitting
5.0
(5)
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Hey y'all! I have worked with kids my whole life and love it. I am currently going back to school to be a NICU nurse, I studying at UIC. I've been a nanny for multiple families, an assistant teacher for a special needs preschool, taught dance, gymnastics, and basketball, and have babysat on going for years on the side.
5.0
"I highly recommend Steph! She took wonderful care of my 10-month old daughter on a few occasions. She was punctual and always let me know when she was on her way. My daughter loved spending time with Steph!...
Reviewed by Lauren B.
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I have a huge passion for working with those with special needs. I am about to apply to graduate school for Applied Behavior Analysis and have been a camp counselor at a camp for kids with special needs as well as an intern in multiple special ed classrooms. I feel that individuals with special needs bring so much light and joy...
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I am a certified Paraprofessional at Guiding Lights Academy. I help children K - 12 with special needs learning life skills.
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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,...
5.0
"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 dependable. She follows directions precisely and is great...
Reviewed by Angela K.
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Hello! My name is Minna, thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I have been babysitting for about 8+ years now. I have babysat from ages 1-17 including special needs children. I do light housekeeping, prepare quick meals, take children outdoors, etc.
Some fun facts about me: I am a 23-year-old recent college graduate...
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I worked with Special Needs children for 5 years. I enjoy working with the children. They make me smile.
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Hello! I am a sophomore in college from Phoenix, AZ. I have been babysitting for friends and neighborhood families since I was in the seventh grade and absolutely adore children. I have worked as a camp counselor for children from pre school to 15 years old and have been educated on care with special needs children. I love...
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Are you looking for a responsible, reliable, and fun nanny or babysitter? That's me!
My day job is working 1 on 1 with special needs children, and I have lots of nannying and babysitting experience.
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Oak Lawn, IL
Christine S.
3.0
We interviewed Christine for a nanny position for our 2 boys. The interview went great, our oldest connected with her right away and even asked her when she was leaving if she was going to come back, which he has not done with anyone. She was even 30 mins early to the interview which was totally...
- Christina P.
Anna S.
5.0
Anna is the best nanny we have ever had. Anna was working part time for us to start the pandemic, then became full time. She did an absolutely incredible job caring for our four children (at the time ages 4, 4, 7, 8). She administered school for the older ones and taught the younger ones preschool...
- Care member
Keairra M.
5.0
We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the girls adore her. This is our first week with her but so far it's been a great experience for our family! We hope to see continual growth and progress in the...
- Nicole B.
Jenna R.
5.0
We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids.
- Maria W.
Samantha Y.
5.0
Samantha is great! She easily developed good rapport with all of our four children. They all had fun. She balanced time with them, prepared meals, took care of our dog, and handled a complicated transportation schedule for multiple after school activities effortlessly. She is a hard worker,...
- Lisa M.