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Sarah S.

Full Time Nanny

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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...

Stephanie M. says "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...

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Professional Nanny And Babysitter

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Currently, I am a PE and Health Teacher, and I love it! I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I was the neighborhood go to Babysitter and Pied Piper for family and neighbors. My experience is as a Nanny, Babysitter, Certified Elementary and Physical Education and Health Teacher, Language Arts Teacher,...
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CNA,CPR

Wheeling, IL

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Highly-dependable, nurturing caregiver who has good values, compassionate nature and 10 + extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly care. Eager to make a difference in client's everyday life.
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Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have over 6 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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Loving Nanny

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I'm Tina I Love being with kids, as my experience as a babysitter and nanny is around 10 years, including 1 year with special needs child , 2 years taking care of 2 lovely boys , aged 1 and 6 , and newborn baby twins (premature) for an year. Currently I am a nanny of another pre beautiful twins (just turned 2 ) and after...

Care Member says "Klimentina was fantastic! Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text,...

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Experienced Care Giver

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Over the last 18 years, I have worked with adult and children who have developmental disabilities. This includes one on one settings, as well as group settings. My job is to ensure the safety and well being of all individuals with whom I work and care for. Additionally, I create programs to assist with community integration. I...

Care Member says "Karyn deserves more than 5 stars! She worked with our severely handicapped adult daughter who required feeding, diapering, showering and medications....

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Licensed Practical Nurse

Rolling Meadows, IL

3.0(0)
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$25/hr
3 years experience
I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
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Arlington Heights, IL

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Antonia I'm 58 years old I'm a mother of 3 kids and have 3 grandchildren. My current jobs are special needs school bus driver ( part time), and hairdresser. I have experience with babysitting my own grandchildren as of raising my kids as a single mother. I have a clean background, I speak Italian Swiss and...
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Experienced Nanny & Doula - Caring For Children Of All Ages

Arlington Heights, IL

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Aneesa, and I love creating safe, nurturing, and joyful spaces for children to grow and thrive. I have extensive experience caring for babies, children of all ages, and children with special needs. I've worked as a live-in nanny, live-out nanny, and doula, supporting each child's unique needs while fostering curiosity,...
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Part Time Caregiver

Palatine, IL

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Makila, and I am currently a sophomore in college. I am going to be studying nursing with the dreams of becoming a pediatric oncology nurse. I have been babysitting for almost 10years now, and I love kids. I'm certified in babysitting, CPR, special needs care, and I'm also a certified nursing assistant, so your...
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Barrington, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Sophia P. I am a rising junior in college at Virginia Tech studying architecture. I love kids and have worked with them in the past in both babysitting and volunteering at a therapeutic riding center for special needs kids. I am patient, responsible, organized, fun and active. My schedule is very flexible (day and time)...
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Responsable And Loving Sitter For Your Kids

Highwood, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi my name is Veronica I'm Loving, patient, and reliable nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. Skilled in providing consistent after-school care, emotional support, and safe, engaging routines that promote healthy development. Experienced in driving children...
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Kind And Nurturing Caregiver

Libertyville, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I enjoy spending time with the elderly. So much to learn from them. I can definitely say that my life was greatly enriched while provide help and assistance to the elderly. Learning from their life experience and wisdom made me a better person. I have personal and work experience assisting those with special needs due to aging...
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Fun, Responsible, Experienced

Lake Forest, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm a student at Lake Forest College and I am on the pre-med track to become a doctor. I have experience working with kids as well as various ages of students with special needs! Being a special needs student peer has been an amazing experience! I have also coached preschool and elementary level soccer programs. I enjoy...
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Mom Of Teens Looking For Occasional/PT Work

Lake Forest, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
I am a certified teacher of K-9th grade and a mom of 2 awesome teenagers. I have taught 4th, 2nd and 1st grades and worked part-time in a special needs preschool. love playing with kids and encouraging them to learn, grow, explore, and have fun. I prefer being active -- getting outside, going to the park and exploring nature. I...
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Ready To Encourage!

Arlington Heights, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
home modification
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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Childcare, 9 Years Experience. Some Basic Elderly Care And Special Needs Experience.

Libertyville, IL

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$18/hr
9 years experience
Hi!! I'm a senior. I have 9 years of experience with childcare and basic elderly care as well as some experience with people with special needs. I am willing to help with pet care and household chores.
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Bilingual Nanny Certified CPR And First Aid Training

Highland Park, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm seeking the opportunity to work with a family to help manage the needs of their children while offering a warm and welcoming environment for them to learn and grow. My experience comes from babysitting for friends, and family. I'm the oldest sibling and that alone comes with many responsibilities. From changing...
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Care Giver /CNA

Des Plaines, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
My name is Manita . I'm a mother of 3 . I have a 10 years old special need son. I work as a CNA/ care giver for a sunerise senior living in Park R. I have more than 10 years of experience working with special needs and seniors. I do assistance with personal care, meal preparation medication reminder, transfer gait bel, visually...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have a master's degree in nursing from Jagiellonian University in Poland. I can provide special needs in a variety of settings.
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Sarah S.

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...

- Stephanie M.

Leticia B.

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...

- Care member

Klimentina G.

Klimentina was fantastic! Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us...

- Care member

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