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Shannon J.

Child Care And Special Needs Care

Elgin, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I have been working with children my entire life and I love it. I am the 3rd child from a family with 10 kids. So, even when I was a small child I helped take care of my younger siblings. I am a graduate from Elgin Community College and Providence Baptist College where I studied education. I payed my way through both colleges...
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Cary, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I am currently a special education teacher and I love it. I have worked with a variety of kids and adults with disabilities in many different activities.
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Patient And Loving Care For Your Child

Crystal Lake, IL

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Kids and pets - I love them both! I'm hard-working, kind, fun, compassionate, punctual, and reliable. I've been working with children for the past 8 years - Special needs buddy, assistant to choir students, camp program aide, and routine babysitter. My experience with pets includes years caring for my own dog as well as friends'...
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Special Needs Provider/Caregiver

Lake in the Hills, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I volunteered at Camp Summit in Texas, which allowed me to work with individuals with severe special needs. I helped shower, dress, feed and lift many different people. I was also a caregiver for elderly individuals, where I would help with their day to day tasks. I learned how to rotate individuals that were bed bound, promote...
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Carpentersville, IL

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$20/hr
Hello ! Been a caregiver for over 5 years. Not in specially with special needs but with my clients I have had clients with all different needs. Can always learn new things ! Caring, patient. Any questions please don't hesitate to ask! (:
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Elgin, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I received my degree in Psychology in 1997. I believe it is imperative to have a stable & structured environment. I have a passion for nurturing and educating young & adult minds. My journey in special needs began with fulfilling special need roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting peoples lives. My approach...
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Experience, Loving Nanny

Elgin, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Shannon. I am 30 years old, I am married, and have 1 adorable 3-year-old boy. For the past 12 years, I have worked as a nanny, caregiver, aid, and even teacher at a daycare. I absolutely love kids! I have worked with kids with all different personalities and temperaments as well as children with learning...
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Elgin, IL

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
specialized care
errands
Hi, my name is Amy and I'm a freshman at Michigan State University! I have 4+ years of experience with ages 3 months through 12 years, along with 3 years working with teenage students with special needs. I'm CPR certified and have reliable transportation. With kids, I love creating fun crafts, baking, and spending time...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
My name is Vicki and I currently work full time as a case manager for a non-profit for adults and children with special needs! I have always had a passion for helping others and an interest in working with those with various needs. I have a bachelor's degree in social work from UW-Whitewater that I obtained in 2018. Since...
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Elgin, IL

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$16/hr
I am patient individual who is willing to tend to individual needs. I also have reliable transportation. I went to school and graduated as a medical assistant. I am comfortable with individual care, fist aid and with any age group.
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Caregiver

Crystal Lake, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
home modification
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
I have cared for a variety of people with special needs I have worked in physical and speech therapy for stroke clients I have worked with clients with m/s I have worked with clients who have lost their eye sight and Alzheimer's I have many years of experience in care-giving field I am available days or nights and weekends I...
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Elgin, IL

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$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi there, my name is Mikayla. I provide childcare/housekeeping services. I am fully certified to handle food, and cook fairly well so I can help with meals. I am CPR certified and I also am pursuing a career working with autistic children. I'm very calm and patient and I do work currently but some weeks I work less than others....
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Elgin, IL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Amy and I'm a freshman at Michigan State University! I have 4+ years of experience with ages 3 months through 12 years, along with 3 years working with teenage students with special needs. I'm CPR certified and have reliable transportation. With kids, I love creating fun crafts, baking, and spending time...
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Elgin, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I am a positive 26-year-old experienced nanny and mom of twins. I am have a passion for helping children grow and develop. I've taken child care and development courses; able to execute lesson plans. I am a certified personal trainer & nutritionist. I have patiences and empathy for children + others. I have experience caring for...
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Experienced Caregiver

Crystal Lake, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I have over 12 years in experience caring for individuals of all ages, intellectual disabilities, physical limitations, and across the lifespan.
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Looking For Something To Do On The Weekends.

Elgin, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi my name is Brittany, I am 23 I have 10+ years of experience with childcare from newborns-infants-toddlers. Including date nights, multiples, overnights and with special needs children. I am CPR certified, I have reliable transportation and love being outside for activities. I enjoy doing learning activities and or motor...
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Elgin, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with over six years of experience (nanny, babysitting, special needs/medically complex daycare, respite) I'm enthusiastic about nurturing young minds and supporting families. My passion for childcare stems from my previous roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting...
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Carpentersville, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name Julie, I am 34 years old. I have been a nanny/house manager for over 10 years, where I helped my families with laundry, organizing, errands and meal prep. Over the last year I have been caring for a young adult with cerebral palsy. I have experience assisting with showering, dressing, and toiletry. Prior to that,...
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Part Time Care Giver

Hoffman Estates, IL

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$21/hr
7 years experience
Personal care
respite care
live-in home care
My name is Maureen currently seeking opportunities to work with families. I am a compassionate female residing in Hoffman Estates. I have a good experience providing a full range of services directed toward the therapeutic care and rehabilitation of both young and adults with autism and other physical challenges. I provide...
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Been Working With Children Of All Ages For More Then Ten Years

Island Lake, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Professional Nanny & House Manager Dedicated, nurturing, and highly experienced childcare professional with over 18 years of hands-on experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers, including multiples and children with special needs. CPR and First Aid certified, I specialize in creating safe, engaging, and...

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