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Megan H.

Summer Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Fun, caring, and adventurous elementary teacher looking for a full-time Nanny job in the summer and date nights during the school year. Has 10+ years of experience with children with various needs. CPR first aid certified.
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Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
BA in Psychology graduate with 15+ years of hands-on experience providing specialized care for individuals with diverse needs. Skilled in managing respiratory conditions, motor disabilities, and implementing tailored support plans. My background in psychology and medical training enables me to provide empathetic, informed care...
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Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
Hi! I'm a friendly babysitter. I have 2 yrs experience with babysitting. I am very patient with kids and allow them to express what they want. I can help out with crafts and other tasks. People often tell me I have a warm aura because kids gravitate towards me a lot.
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
I help with dressing, motivation, mobility assistants, oral hygiene, brushing, hair care, medicine reminder, bathing, toileting, light housekeeping, meal preparation, light cooking, and willing to learn more.
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Learning Behavior Specialist Available For Summer Employment!

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hello families! My name is Brigette and I am currently teaching special education at a northside CPS school. I have worked in grades 3-8 as a Learning and Behavior Specialist and also worked in 3rd grade as a Special Education Classroom Assistant. Prior to that, I was an Intervention Specialist in the 3rd grade. I have also...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I am a special education teacher at a local high school with 10 years of teaching experience. I have been babysitting and nannying for families with children newborn and up for over 15 years. I love working with infants, toddlers, and school age children. I understand the importance of finding someone you trust to care for your...
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Part-time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, My name is Shannel, and I recently graduated from Rutgers University, New Brunswick in May 2018. I graduated with a bachelors degree in Public Health, and a completion of my minor in Spanish. For the past 4 years, I have been working as a certified nursing assistant, and I am CPR certified. I'm passionate about caring...
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Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi all! I have a huge bio on my other profile, but I am very comfortable and quite experienced in working with younger and older individuals with disabilities and neurological developmental disorders. It is my full time job! I work as an ABA Therapist and it is my passion! I am looking for a job preferably ion the weekends...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I have experience with senior care and housekeeping and I would be more than happy too whenever it was needed. I know how important companionship is and it's my honor to step in where I am needed for the family. I am very flexible and communicating, learning and people. I know how precious seniors are to their families and I...
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Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I have experience working with special needs children in a variety of diverse settings. I can work 1:1 with kids looking to focus on behavioral management and emotional regulation, or in a more typical group or home setting. Let me know how I can be of service!
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Chicago, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I am a college student at Northwestern University home for the summer! I am 21 years old and have extensive experience working with kids of all ages (infants to teens)-- I have been babysitting since I was 11, and also have been a full-time nanny. I have also worked with special needs kids as a dance teacher, was a cabin...
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Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Hi there! I'm Haley, and I'm excited to be moving to Chicago's Lakeview East neighborhood on February 1st. I'm currently seeking babysitting and caregiving opportunities! I bring over three years of experience providing in-home care and PCA services for children with a variety of disabilities. Most recently, I worked as a Skills...
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Cool Older Sister

Chicago, IL

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$26/hr
6 years experience
Hi!! My name is Andrea and I'm currently a special education teacher. I teach a K-3 self-contained/resource room and I am currently in my third year in this position. I do have one year experience working in a high school special education classroom (which was my student teaching year). Before that, I was a nanny for 3 years. I...
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Chicago, IL

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$22/hr
6 years experience
I am a certified Special Education Teacher with 6 years of experience. I have experience teaching an Autism program including some ABA strategies, behavioral education, and academic instruction and support for students with intellectual disabilities. I am looking for a summer position but I am open to remaining with the position...
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Part-time Care Provider

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Jennifer and I am from Evanston, IL. I am a new graduate with a degree in human development family studies from the University of Illinois- Urbana/Champaign with a concentration in developmental disabilities. I have years of personal and professional experience working with children and young adults with intellectual...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
I am 22 years old.impairments. I have helped raise my brother to be the wonderful 20-year-old man he is today! Along with volunteering with many organizations such as the Special Olympics and the NWSRA. I went college at the University of Iowa and minored in American Sign Language. I have a strong passion for working with...
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Paraprofessional Turned Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Laura has long loved working with neurodivergent individuals. From running inclusive dance groups to therapeutic assistance, she has proven to be creative, collaborative and compassionate in her approach.
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Safiyyah C.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
I have over five years of experience working with adults and children who have disabilities. I have a passion for helping others.
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
Hi! I'm Jada. I am an experienced caretaker. I have lived with a double amputee relative as well as an immobilized elderly relative for a good chunk of my life which has given me skills in dealing with such situations. I have learned by experience how to assist and take care of others who cannot on their own. I figured I could...
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Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I've been a speech-language pathologist for 9 years with a focus in working with non-speaking and minimally-speaking children and AAC devices. I've worked with infants through adults with a wide range of disabilities. My youngest sister also has Down syndrome.
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