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Debra R.

Wood Dale, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have several years experience caring for children of all ages ranging from newborns to teens. I have routinely cared for healthy, ill and special needs children. I enjoy being actively involved with the children in age appropriate activities, such as puzzles, books and imaginary play. I concentrate on the children while they...
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Every Kid Deserves To Have Fun.

Rolling Meadows, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have worked at summer camps for 2 years now in Boston and Maryland. I have been trained to take care of children and how to also take care of children with special needs
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We Have To Respect Elderly People.

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
personal care
errands
light cleaning
dementia
A dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in providing care for individuals with special needs. Experienced in assisting those with dementia and stroke patients. Proficient in both Polish and English. **Professional Experience:** *Caregiver (Lake in the Hills, IL). Dates: 2/2021-8/2023. - Offered...
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Experienced Nanny Available Full/Part-Time

Melrose Park, IL

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$26/hr
23 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
I have been a professional nanny for 26 wonderful years. I also have been an Assistant Teacher and a nanny for special needs children. I believe that all children are special and true gifts. I have a lot of fun and creative ideas for art projects, games and playtime. I have alot of experience helping with potty training. I am...
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Ready To Encourage!

Arlington Heights, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Live-in home care
home modification
respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Personable, deeply caring, fun. Background in hospital chaplaincy, retirement communities (Life Enrichment Specialist and reception), special needs' children, pets, international and stateside church work. Love making connections with people, comforting, and encouraging. In my spare time I love volunteering with prayer ministry,...
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Former Assistant Teacher, Fun And Creative Nanny

Wood Dale, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have 15 years of childcare experience and five years of classroom experience working at childcare centers, preschools, and elementary schools. I have experience working with children of a variety of ages, from newborns to school age and have a lot of experience working with special needs children. I hold an Associate's Degree...
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Bloomingdale, IL

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Home modification
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Martha, im a certified nursing assistant (CNA) with more than 8 years experience working with senior and special needs care. I have also worked with dementia and Alzheimers patients in my past career. I have a lot of knowledge, understanding and experience in helping people with different health conditions. I...
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Carol Stream, IL

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$37/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
respite care
meal prep
hospice services
+ 1 more
I love working with elderly people and have worked in nursing homes and residential homes for students and elders. I am a registered teacher in special education and have experience with elders with Autism and any special needs. I love music and helping elders.
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Summer And School Year Nanny

Bellwood, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
I have watched several children over the past 5 years. I began babysitting in high school and have continued to do so throughout college. I have tutored a special needs 6th grader and have been a diver for a 8th grade girl in river-forest. I am currently a live in nanny in oak park where I look after two children, a 10-year-old...
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Downers Grove, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! My name is Lilia . I am an 23-year-old girl with two years of babysitting and half a year of experience working with children that have special needs. I am currently taking college courses online for speech and hearing sciences!
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Elmhurst, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Alivia, and I am an incoming freshman at DeP University, where I will be studying Finance and dancing on the DePaul University Dance Team. I have over 5 years of babysitting experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs and various health conditions. Through these experiences, I...
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Caring, Responsible, And Eager To Help Your Loved One!

Wheaton, IL

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$20/hr
Meal prep
transportation
errands
light cleaning
dementia
Hi there, my name is Emily! I have a background in education and special needs. I am currently looking to finish off my degree and make a difference in the lives of others! I have a passion for helping others that is unmatched, and I am always caring, respectful, and responsible. I am fun and organized. I pay close attention to...
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Special Education Teacher

Wood Dale, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I just graduated ISU with a degree in special education. I have 8 years of experience. That experience included being a nanny, inclusion companion, clinical hours for my college.
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Full-time/Part-time Caregiver

Wheaton, IL

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$17/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Nurturing a child's development is my true passion, and I have dedicated the past 20 years to supporting families as a reliable caregiver. I hold a college degree and maintain current CPR training and First Aid certification. My approach is patient, creative, and calm, ensuring that children from infancy through age 12 feel...
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Carol Stream, IL

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$23/hr
1 year experience
I am typically familiar with autism and a lot of the behaviors along the way! Mostly I deal with toddlers as youngest to the teen ages. I understand that all behaviors are different and have seen a variety of them across new kiddos at my full time job. I'm currently open to new disabilities as I am a fast learner that can...
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Wood Dale, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Respite care
transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
errands
Hi, I've been working for 26 years as a nanny for the same family and for the past 10 years, I've been working as personal support worker with a special need daughter she's 31 so I have a lot of patient I've been helping with food preparation going out helping with dressing, propane, meals, bathing, plus I also help my neighbor...
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Westmont, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have 24 years experience in the classroom working with special ed and gen ed students. In addition, I have raised 4 children and many strong references available
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Part Time Care Giver/pet Sitter

Schaumburg, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I worked for an Association for 10 years and loved working with people that need a bit of extra help. I also have a Type 1 diabetic son who is on the spectrum and struggles with comprehension among other issues. I would love to connect with a family and fulfill my passion of helping others. I also have a love for cats, which I...
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La Grange Park, IL

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$15/hr
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
As a dedicated caregiver with several years of experience, I have provided compassionate, personalized care to individuals of all ages, including seniors and those with special needs. My responsibilities have included assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management, and mobility...
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Paraprofessional Looking For A Nanny Job.

Elk Grove Village, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I have worked for the last year as a paraprofessional at a therapeutic day school. I have worked with ages 5-22 both those with autism and other disabilities. As well as those who are in wheelchairs. I am open to helping with all hygiene related things and love to see the children I work with grow and have fun! I would...
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