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I am a mom with 17+ years of experience, I have two teenagers. Both opposite traits, one with special needs socially and emotionally and one that is an honors student and gymnast.
I adore all infants and toddlers. Currently, I work for 2 families part time. I am available on Fridays and some weekends.
Care Member says "Julie worked for us for 6 months and she was fabulous with our 1 year old son. He would always get excited to see her. She did a great job teaching him...
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...
I worked at Philip J Rock Center & School in Glen Ellyn it is school & home for children with both deaf & blind disabilities compiled with cerebral palsy & other learning disabilities. I was trained how to communicate with the children with a basic version of sign language & supervised children during activities & daily living...
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I am currently working at a special needs high-school full time. I am only available for after school typically, date nights, and some weekends. I would be available for summers for a full time position if you are looking for that.
My experience in child care started when I was in my teens for families around my neighborhood....
Care Member says "Katy was our full time nanny for our twins for almost 3 years, from when they were babies til after they turned 3. She was so caring and they adore...
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4 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
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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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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses.
As a public school teacher of many...
Ann D. says "Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
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I currently work full-time for a wonderful family that has an adorable 2. 5-year-old that I have been playing with for over 2 years; however, I am available for one-time appts and/or date-nights! I am raising two wonderful children and have been a homemaker/caregiver for 17 years. I believe all children can be successful...
Halley B. says "Judith, or 'Ms. Judy' as our daughter calls her, is so awesome! She proactively offered multiple references who shared glowing reviews about her. She...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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I have been a professional child caregiver for over 12 yrs, having worked with 6 families.
I've been caring for kids since I was a teenager & I've always considered it a passion. Although I spent the majority of my earlier career in corporate marketing, I feel I've found my true calling in protecting, teaching & nurturing young...
Care Member says "Out of all the child care professionals I've worked with over the years, Susan is a stand out. She is very communicative, responsive and extremely...
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I have worked with children of all ages in both in home and in school settings. I have also worked with special needs children and their families. I enjoy meeting the developmental needs of the children I work with no matter what stage of development they are in. I treat each child/person as an individual and meet the needs of...
Deborah N. says "Judy is amazing! She is an angel who goes above and beyond and her expertise with special needs is like having a doctor, nurse, teacher, therapist and...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
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Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family.
About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...
Margaret D. says "Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two...
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.
Susan W. says "Lavinia has helped my family over the past several years. She is wonderful, honest, and is very committed to whomever she is working with. She has a...
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5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have about 5 years of experience in special ed. I was a teachers aide at kirk school in Palatine for 3 years. I have also been a private caregiver for an adult male with special needs.
Care Member says "Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie always...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have worked with all ages and a wide variety of special needs clients. I have 14 plus years of experience both professionally and personally. I have a BA degree and am certified in CPR, CPI, DSP and QRMP. I've done substitute teaching in IL and taken First Aid. I love this line of work and can honestly say that I love going to...
Childcare, 9 Years Experience. Some Basic Elderly Care And Special Needs Experience.
Libertyville, IL
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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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3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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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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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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Hi! My names Samantha!! I'm 23 I'm located in palatine!
I love to be a helping hand. I have twin brothers with special needs who I've helped take care of while my mother works full time. I enjoy hiking, art, animals. My dream job would a special needs therapist. I love problem solving I love pets I have a cat and 3 dogs! I'm a...
Hi, I'm a Preschool Teacher who love working with children. I'm caring, compassionate, reliable and hardworking. I have many years of experience working with children and people with special needs.
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Hello! My name is Megan. I am 23 years old. I am a high school teacher with over 10 years of experience working with kids. love working with kids and I have babysat 12 families in my hometown. I have babysat toddlers, children, preteens and teenagers. I also have babysat children with special needs. I am known for being...
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Hello families! My name is Marla and I'm available for your babysitting needs, I have 3 years of paid experience working with up to 2 kids at a time. I'm experienced in working with special needs and kids ages ranging from 2-12yrs! I'm CPR/BSL certified, CNA certified and have personal transportation. Thank you!
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Julie D.
Julie worked for us for 6 months and she was fabulous with our 1 year old son. He would always get excited to see her. She did a great job...
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Kathryn S.
Katy was our full time nanny for our twins for almost 3 years, from when they were babies til after they turned 3. She was so caring and...
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Larissa D.
Larissa cared for my disabled brother with kindness, compassion, and expertise. I would highly recommend her!
- Ed A.
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