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Shianne N.


Bristol, IL

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Caring, And Dependable!

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Experienced nanny, wife, and mother of a 1-year-old has availability to care for your child or children. I am 27 years old and have been nannying for the last 8 years. In addition to having my own son, I also have grown up taking care of my nephews and nieces, including a special needs niece. Patience is one of my strongest...
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Annrose T.


Oswego, IL

$18-20/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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RN, BSN, dog mom looking for small gigs and a change of pace from work. I am experienced in taking care of children with special needs. Have a car, willing to drive children to school/extra circulars. Willing to help with small errands or online schooling/tutoring.
5.0
"Annrose is friendly, intelligent, honest, and diligent in her work. She has a history of working with special needs children, and works well with my non-verbal Autistic son. She is near completing her nursing...

Reviewed by Shannon B.

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Andrea K.


North Aurora, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

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Loving mom available for part time babysitting and petsitting. I have raised three children and am also very experienced with pet care (including administering medications for special needs pets). Flexible scheduling and daily rates are available!
5.0
"Very fun person to be around. I can always depend on her"

Reviewed by Tashania R.

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Paula E.


North Aurora, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Help-N-U At Home

5.0

(1)

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I love working with people of all ages. I have many years of experience working with infants, young children and the elderly. I'm currently a caregiver to my mother and tend to her needs as needed. I also have over 40 years on and off assisting special needs individuals in the private sector as well as various organizations...
5.0
"My husband and I have known Paula and her family for many years. Paula provided respite care services for our severe and profound developmentally disabled daughter for several years. Our daughter now lives in...

Reviewed by Janet P.

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Julie S.


Yorkville, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Morning Care Provider

5.0

(2)

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I'm a registered behavior technician and I love working with young children that have ASD. I also enjoy working with families that have other special needs children.
5.0
"Julie is amazing with both of my children but especially wonderful with my son with Autism. He just loves her, we all do! She is very patient with him and one of the kindest people I have ever met! We are very...

Reviewed by Rhonda H.

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Lara B.


Aurora, IL

$15-27/hr10 yrs exp

Present And Attentive Experienced Caregiver

5.0

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I am a mom to 4 adult daughters. My youngest was born with Spina Bifida and is a paraplegic. I have 10 years caring for several families w/ twins (as early as 3 weeks) and a set of quads (6 weeks and premature) and 3 singletons. I have considerable experience w/ newborns multiples, toddlers, & children with special needs. I can...
5.0
"Lara was such a help for our family! She was especially good at reading our families needs and blending in with our routines. I totally trusted her with my twin toddlers!!!"

Reviewed by MaryCarol L.

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Jill G.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Those With Special Needs

5.0

(3)

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I love helping people. I have been fully engaged in this field since my graduation from the University of IL in 1990. I have worked approximately 30 years in Social Services in many capacities including In Home Care; Vacation care; Special Recreation; Special Olympics Coaching and day care.
5.0
"Jill has provided outstanding care for my adult special-needs daughter for 7 years and has become one of my daughter's best friends. She's taken my daughter on shopping trips, to restaurants and even the...

Reviewed by Kevin F.

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Samantha S.


Montgomery, IL

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Certified CNA And Wonderful Companion

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Hi! I've been an RBT for 4+ years now and have worked with children for over 10 years now. I've been a swim instructor, a lead PRE-k teacher, Behavior therapist and Paraprofessional. I have some college experience with psychology, child development and was part of a nursing assistant program. I grew up with a brother who...
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Kara S.


Oswego, IL

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

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Extremely personable , professional and dependable care for your loved one . Mother of three grown children with experience with seniors , special needs as well as dementia care .
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Corinne C.


Aurora, IL

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Corinne. I am getting my Masters of Nursing. I am CPR certified and have been through first aid training as well. I have been babysitting for 6 years with several families for various occasions. I have experience with children ages 4 months to 13 years old, but I am comfortable working with other ages as well....
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Amy F.


Yorkville, IL

$15-20/hr

Responsible Babysitter

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5 years experience up to 4 kids 1 year baby-sat for autistic child on weekends 12 hours a day, fed, showed, helped dress, changed dippers, drove back and forth from there home to my home, took swimming, to parks, to arcade, black berry farm, red oak nature center ect. Took care of my own child and sister ADHD who are now...
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Samantha S.


Montgomery, IL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi! I've been an RBT for 4+ years now and have worked with children for over 10 years now. I've been a swim instructor, a lead PRE-k teacher, Behavior therapist and Paraprofessional. I have some college experience with psychology, child development and was part of a nursing assistant program. I grew up with a brother who...
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Allison R.


Aurora, IL

$18-40/hr5 yrs exp

Former Nursing Assistant

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I have worked in 2 memory care nursing home units. I have also worked with adults with special needs at Marklund Home. I love listening and am empathetic to dementia residents. I understand the need for dignity in care.
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Ashleigh G.


Aurora, IL

$15-40/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/Babysitter Available

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I am most experienced babysitting children ages 4-7 years old. In addition to my own babysitting experience, I have a large family with many younger cousins whom I have had to watch from time to time as well. They range in age from 1-12 years old and I have babysat all of them on separate occasions, so, overall, I have...
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Chandra G.


Yorkville, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

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I have a an associate degree in early childhood. I have worked with children for many years and have experience with all ages. I have worked as a nanny, worked in the daycare setting as a teacher and moved up to assistant director. For the last 5 years, I have been working in the Oswego school district as a 1:1 paraprofessional....
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Alexis H.


Montgomery, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

1.0

(1)

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I'd describe my personality as Bubbly, Patient, and Loving I like working with kids because I enjoy having a contribution to their happiness. I want to be a elementary school and special needs teacher because I want to help the next generation be the best they can be. I'm looking for a job that gives me fulfillment where I...
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Jasmine B.


Plano, IL

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Not Your Every Day Sitter

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I'd describe my personality as personable, easygoing, and friendly. Also, it is good to note that as a school bus driver, I must maintain a clean driving and criminal free record, and health screening year round. I have always loved working with children, from babysitting as a preteen to running a home daycare for 9 years,...
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Gloria G.


Aurora, IL

$38/hr10 yrs exp

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Raised 5 children of my own. plus an additional 15 years experience with child care from new born to young adults, as well as special needs with 6 years experience. Grandma of 10
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Dane D.


Oswego, IL

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello! I am a special education teacher who currently teaches grades K-2 for district 204. I teach students with behavior disorders, autism, and a variety of other disabilities. I have a flexible schedule as I am young teacher. I have 6 years experience working with individuals with disabilities ages 3-22.
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Hope F.


Yorkville, IL

$22/hr6 yrs exp

I Love All Children!

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Hi ! I have worked with children for years ! I have worked with Newborns, toddlers all the way to teen years! I have one Beautiful son from fertility that is 14 years of age ! I have worked with special needs as well and still currently work with a family on call when they need me ! I have taught Children at my Church in...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Bristol, IL

Annrose T.

5.0

Annrose is friendly, intelligent, honest, and diligent in her work. She has a history of working with special needs children, and works well with my non-verbal Autistic son. She is near completing her nursing degree so I always feel safe leaving my son with her. I highly recommend Annrose to anyone...

- Shannon B.

Andrea K.

5.0

Very fun person to be around. I can always depend on her

- Tashania R.

Paula E.

5.0

My husband and I have known Paula and her family for many years. Paula provided respite care services for our severe and profound developmentally disabled daughter for several years. Our daughter now lives in a Intermediate Care Facility. Paula was extremely dependable and punctual. Paula...

- Janet P.

Julie S.

5.0

Julie is amazing with both of my children but especially wonderful with my son with Autism. He just loves her, we all do! She is very patient with him and one of the kindest people I have ever met! We are very lucky to have Julie as a part of our lives!!

- Rhonda H.

Lara B.

5.0

Lara is our life saver. She is our part time nanny who started with us when my twins were 3 weeks old and has been with us for the last year. She comes with years of multiples experience and is great with children, especially newborns. She is punctual, willing to stay later if needed and always...

- Stephanie G.

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11 options for after-school child care

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