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Indira H.

Bensenville, IL

from: $16/hr

2 years experience

I have experience with kids 5-12 years old. I have experience with kids with autism and Down's syndrome. I am CPR certified. I am a certified nurse assistant. I have also worked as a medical assistant and I'm currently in nursing school.

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Heather C.

Part Time Care Giver

Bensenville, IL

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

I have taken care of elderly women-who have had MS, Alzheimer, wheelchair bound, and diabetes. Medication and shots administered. House cleaning, companionship, meal prep. etc I am willing to help with any children that have special needs as well.

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Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

30 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Light cleaning

swimming supervision

travel

craft assistance

meal prep

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 not just a nanny — she is family. I am not someone who trusts easily, not even with close relatives, but I trust Branndi with my children...

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Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

10 years experience

Light cleaning

transportation

errands

meal prep

Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...

Care Member says "Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."

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Miriam T.

Energetic Nanny

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 14 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

travel

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."

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Leticia B.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Craft assistance

light cleaning

meal prep

carpooling

grocery shopping

+ 1 more

I have over 7 years of experience with kids of all ages (from newborn to teenagers). I have experience with special needs as well as I used to work with autistic children. I have the following qualifications: -CPR certificate - Very good driver with a clean record - Comfortable with swimming supervision - Willing to work at...

Care Member says "Wonderful and an amazing person. Kind, generous and excellent with my daughter. First time mom and I had to go back to work but my daughter was in...

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Larissa D.

Experienced And Helpful Caregiver Availiable

Arlington Heights, IL

4.8(1)

from: $30/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 9 families in your area

Dementia

hospice services

light cleaning

companionship

errands

+ 1 more

Hello , my name is Lara and thank you for considering me for this position! My first job was at a senior care facility (in Arlington Hts.) and I have always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to personally caring for my own mother and others in the past, I have been professionally working as a senior caregiver for...

Ed A. says "Larissa cared for my disabled brother with kindness, compassion, and expertise. I would highly recommend her!"

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Kylie S.

Best Babysitter

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

meal prep

I have a lot of experience working with children! I have babysat many children and babies at once for years now and am very passionate about caring for them! I used to work for NWSRA last year which was working with special needs children. I also have tutored kids ages 6 and up! I have three brothers and over 30 first cousins...

Nicole O. says "We hired Kylie for the summer to take care of our infant son, she was beyond amazing! She always cared for him as part of the family and was flexible with...

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Cashmear M.

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)

from: $17/hr

4 years experience

Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.

Marlee H. says "Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust...

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Noel B.

Demonstrating A Love And Passion For Teaching

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 5 families in your area

Hi there! My name is Noël and I live in Villa Park, IL. I have a significant amount of experience caring for special needs individuals as I have a younger brother, Joshua, who is Autistic - he is my pride and my joy! In addition to caring for him, I assisted my parents with facilitating an at home early intervention program...

Clint S. says "Noel was amazing to work with. She is communicative, responsive, and caring. I would strongly recommend hiring Noel."

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Amy D.

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(0)

from: $25/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I'm a certified Preschool teacher and have hours in training and certification for assisting children with special needs ranging from autism to physically disabled. I enjoy story time, puzzles, drama and arts and crafts. I am flexible and reliable. Hope that I can be a great fit you and your family.

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Starla B.

Child Care Provider-Nanny

Glen Ellyn, IL

4.9(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Light cleaning

swimming supervision

craft assistance

meal prep

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,...

Care Member says "We love Starla! My kids love when she comes because she always tries a new craft them."

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Michelle R.

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

20 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Grocery shopping

meal prep

swimming supervision

carpooling

light cleaning

+ 1 more

I am an experienced nanny, early childhood educator, nanny house manager and newborn care specialist. I've 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 early childhood...

Jacki R. says "Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job descriptions and...

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Judith D.

Nanny

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Craft assistance

carpooling

swimming supervision

In my history of being a nanny and a Special Education Teacher Assistant, I have always treated the children in my care as an extension of my own family. I worked as a full time nanny from 2012 to 2020 for several families. In that time period, there was a brief pause to nannying while I cared for my elderly mother in my home...

Erica F. says "We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well."

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Amy M.

Mature, Reliable, Responsible, Trustworthy And Experienced Female Caregiver

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Dementia

hospice services

light cleaning

companionship

errands

+ 1 more

If your care needs require a mature, reliable, responsible, trustworthy and experienced female caregiver, then contact me. I've been fortunate enough to amass a wide range of direct-care experiences that include: bathing, dressing, eating assistance, diet management, medication management, spinal cord injury care, walking...

Madelene R. says "Amy watched our dad the last month before he passed. Amy was not only wonderful to our father but to us as well. She was a blessing to our family. Amy...

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Branndi C.

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

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 of teaching and 30+ years working with...

Care Member says "When my MIL died, we needed care for our 25-year old, non-verbal son with Cerebral Palsy. It was a long funeral. Branndi bought snack and even toys to...

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Jordan S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

Hi there! My name is Jordan, and I am looking to help an awesome family. I love working with kids, so I used that passion and became a camp counselor. I did that for two years at my local park district. I have experience with children as young as 3 and as old as 13. I also have experience with working with children with special...

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Michael S.

Family Organization Assistance

Oak Brook, IL

5.0(1)

from: $32/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...

Leslie G. says "Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we...

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Emily T.

Franklin Park, IL

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

12 years experience

Grocery shopping

meal prep

swimming supervision

carpooling

light cleaning

My passion for nurturing young minds and my positive experiences in babysitting inspired me to become a childcare provider. With over 12 years of experience caring for children of all ages, up to 11 years old, I have honed my skills in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. I pride myself on being patient,...

Care Member says "Emily was our nanny for almost 4 years, starting in fall of 2020. We have two boys that were 1 and 3 years old when Emily started with us and now...

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Elizabeth F.

Happy Helper

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience

Grocery shopping

meal prep

swimming supervision

carpooling

light cleaning

+ 1 more

Hello! My name is Elizabeth. I am a energetic, loving nanny who absolutely adores children! I have a passion for child care and love helping families! I aim to bring positivity, love, and creativity into the house of my nanny family. I do my best to go the extra mile. I love finding age appropriate activities to do with my...

Elaine F. says "Elizabeth was great with our children! She helped out with homework and was always finding new things for the kids to do! She has a great personality and...

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Branndi C.

Branndi is not just a nanny — she is family. I am not someone who trusts easily, not even with close relatives, but I trust Branndi with my...

- Care member

Branndi C.

Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of.

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Miriam T.

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...

- Erik W.

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Bensenville, IL

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Available Now in Bensenville!

Indira H.

Heather C.

Part Time Care Giver

Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Miriam T.

Energetic Nanny

Leticia B.

Larissa D.

Experienced And Helpful Caregiver Availiable

Kylie S.

Best Babysitter

Cashmear M.

Noel B.

Demonstrating A Love And Passion For Teaching

Amy D.

Starla B.

Child Care Provider-Nanny

Michelle R.

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager.

Judith D.

Nanny

Amy M.

Mature, Reliable, Responsible, Trustworthy And Experienced Female Caregiver

Branndi C.

Jordan S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Michael S.

Family Organization Assistance

Emily T.

Elizabeth F.

Happy Helper

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Bensenville, IL

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