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Hi! My name is Elyse and I am a 22-year-old student currently attending the University of Missouri. I am earning a degree in the School of Health Professions to follow my dreams of going back to school for becoming a Physician Assistant. Although I am enrolled at Mizzou, I am finishing my last semester online until I graduate in...
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I took a babysitting certification class in middle school and started babysitting for the children around my area on an irregular basis. Most of the children that I babysat ranged from 6 months to 10 years old. I also was a volunteer at SRA CLC for 2 years where I was able to work with special needs teenagers on a weekly basis....
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.
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Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family.
About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...
5.0
"Hardworking loving and caring. What more could you ask for :)"
Reviewed by Alex K.
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Caring Nanny offering part-time part time with flexibility . I'm Bringing more than 5 years childcare experience and proficiency in assimilating into new family cultures. Adept at organizing children's daily schedules, including meals, school, and recreational activities. Proficient in communication with children at different...
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Hi families! I'm heaven. I'm going on my second year of college and Seeking my next nanny opportunity with a wonderful family.
My background caring for infants , toddlers, and school aged children started when I worked as a preschool assistant in high school , by my senior year I had the amazing opportunity to teach...
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I have been babysitting since I was 13, and if I wasn't then I was watching my younger brother. I always have loved hanging out with little kids and getting to spend time with them. In high school, I volunteered with children for several years. My first year I worked with special needs kids and taught educational and cooking...
Merrie S.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$23-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny Seeking Full Time Position With Awesome Kiddos!
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I am a former preschool teacher assistant , current nanny and mother of a beautiful 10-year-old girl. I have over 10 years of experience and absolutely adore children. I'm comfortable with newborn-high school ages. I'm experienced in children with special needs. CPR/first aid certified!
A little about me,
I love reading,...
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Hello, My name is Sarah. I am looking for a full time nanny position with a loving family. I'm looking to utilize my 11 and a half years of child care experience and knowledge in growth development by providing good guidance and exceptional care as a professional live out nanny. I also have two and a half years experience with...
5.0
"I met Sarah while nannying in the same neighborhood. She was kind, efficient and always did fun activities with the child she cared for. From the parents around the neighborhood, I heard nothing but great...
Reviewed by Mara G.
3.6
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I am the mother of a 19 yr old son, a 26-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 6-year-old boy. I have over 15 years babysitting and Nanny experience with all ages as well as special needs care. I find joy in helping children learn and grow. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, going to parks and taking nature walks. I am...
5.0
"Dawn is always on time if not early. She was great with our son and he always got excited to see her. She is very interactive and tracks all activities throughout the day. Would definitely recommend her!"
Reviewed by Amanda A.
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work experience as a nanny with special need children around 5 years I love to work with kids I am very responsible, loving , patient, honest, respectful. I am mother of two beautiful boys also I work as rehab aide , nursing assistant, I graduated as nurse (LPN) in 2012 I have around 12 years of career experience working with...
5.0
"Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her."
Reviewed by Evangeline E.
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Hi there! My name is Katie and I currently am a middle school Social studies teacher . I graduated from DePaul in 2017 with a bachelor's degree in education. I have been working as a paraprofessional for the past six years working with special needs students ages kindergarten thru seniors in high school. I was also a caregiver...
5.0
"Katie was wonderful. Excellent communication. Very friendly and you can tell she enjoys working with kids. Our son is already asking if Katie can baby sit again."
Reviewed by Stephen B.
Michelle R.
Mount Prospect, IL
$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager / Early Childhood Educator / Newborn Care Specialist
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I am an experienced nanny, nanny house manager, educator and newborn care specialist. For more than 25 years, I have dedicated my career to working with families and children in a variety of settings. My background extends beyond working in private homes of families, and includes teaching and leadership roles in quality...
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"Michelle is a warm, caring educator. She has extensive knowledge of child growth and development. Michelle is creative, a problem solver, and team player. She truly loves working with children and...
Reviewed by Dottie D.
Karen R.
McHenry, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Honest, Personable, Responsible, Compassionate And Dedicated Caregiver /Nanny For Six Families
4.6
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My first experience as a childcare provider is when I was a young teenager. Later, I worked with special needs children as a bus driver and teaching assistant for eight years. I have worked with families who had infants, preschool and school-aged children as a nanny since 2011. I fully enjoy being a nanny and I am in excellent...
5.0
"Karen is very nice and has a vast range of experience in a variety of areas. She babysat our 2 1/2 year old boy for a week during the day when we were in the Lake Geneva area. She was very good at taking our...
Reviewed by Ian G.
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Currently, I am a Professional Nanny for twin 2-year-old boys, and I love it! I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I was the neighborhood go to Babysitter.
My experience is as a Nanny, Babysitter, Certified Elementary and Physical Education Teacher, Day Camp Director, Summer School Teacher, and...
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I am graduate em psychology and I have 2 years of experience taking care of children as an au pair, two boys who are currently 4 and 7 years old. But I also had experience working with children with special needs, from 2 to 14 years old, in a clinic in Brazil.
I am currently seeking a position as a full-time, long-term nanny.
I...
5.0
"Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development. "
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Nicole G.
Evanston, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny Who Wants Your Children To Have Fun And Be Critical Thinkers
4.8
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I have cared for children all my life from family to friends and have been caring for them professionally for the last 10 years. I care for children of all ages, with and without special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified, Direct Service person certified, Paraprofessional certified (teachers aide), sign language, and...
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"Nicole was an amazing sitter for my 4 year old son. She is so caring and kind. Her natural attitude and way of being is very calming for kids. I knew that my son was safe and cared for with her. She also knows...
Reviewed by Anna A.
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I have a love for working with individuals with special needs. I have experience working with individuals diagnosed with ASD, Bipolar Disorder, Alzheimer's Disease, Down Syndrome, Intellectual Disabilities, Pica, and Type 1 Diabetes. I'm looking to work with primarily children and teens, however, I could be open to other ages...
Yesenia G.
Hoffman Estates, IL
$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Compassionate Nanny With Special Needs Experience
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I have 5+ years of caregiving experience and have worked extensively with individuals whom had special needs. I have worked with special needs cases primarily for a year and assisted with a variety of needs.
I enjoy care-giving because I love to work with children and find ways to help them grow. I believe that children are...
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I have worked with special needs children as a special needs bus driver and summer school teacher's assistant for eight year. I have a cover letter and resume that I will bring to an interview. Thank you.
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Vernon Hills, IL
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.
Jill K.
5.0
Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two boys (3 mo. and 18 mo. at the time). Throughout the approximately 3 1/2 years that she worked for us, she was always dependable, always on time, and...
- Margaret D.
Sarah S.
5.0
I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two children. She has done overnight stays with us as well. Sarah interacts with my children through various games, activities, outdoor play, and is fully aware of...
- Stephanie M.
Dawn C.
5.0
Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her.
- Shannon C.
Doris A.
5.0
Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her.
- Evangeline E.