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Veronica B.

Child Care

Skokie, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I currently work at a clinic in for kids with Autism. I have been in the field for 4 years and have a lot of experience with special needs kids. I am energetic, caring, and great at multitasking. I can cook and speak fluent Spanish. I am able to adapt to any setting and situation and am quick on my feet!
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Elmwood Park, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! My name is Klaudia. I graduated from UIC with my BSN and I'm now a registered nurse. I currently work at Northwestern, so doing one-time or occasional babysitting jobs works best with my schedule. I have 5+ years of experience working with children of all ages from infants to teens as well as kids with special needs. I'm...
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Part Time Caregiver

Wheeling, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
I worked in one of the nursing homes for a year. I have been working with several home health agencies since 2010. I also worked some private duty caring for young people with special needs.
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Special Needs Caregiver

Mount Prospect, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have 4 years of experience with special needs. I worked for the transitions program at Glenbard North high school for almost 2 years. At that program I worked with non-verbal, autistic, down syndrome, schizophrenia and much more. I am currently a special education Para educator for 6th graders in U-46 with a learning...
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Ashley's Story!

Niles, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello, I'm Ashley and l'm from the Chicago land area! Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a...
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All-round Harmonious Development

Schaumburg, IL

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$29/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
I am a qualified educator and teacher with over 8 years of experience teaching and mentoring children. I hold a pedagogical degree in Physics and Computer Science and have extensive knowledge of child psychology, supporting the development of memory, attention, confidence, and a positive mindset. I have teaching experience in...
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Skokie, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Tamar and I'm excited to meet your family! I'm a child at heart and an old soul, which allows me to easily connect with anyone of all ages. I have a social work background counseling grade school and teenage youth for many years. I also work with special needs care/ autistic children and have a passion to serve...
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Compassionate Nanny

Wheeling, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Alexandra. My husband and I relocated to Etowah from Denver, CO in May of 2022. I have spent many years working in child care. I started in middle school babysitting in my neighborhood. As a young adult I worked in daycare and taught preschool. This led to me working as a nanny for many years. I have worked...
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Chicago, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Brittney and I'm 28 years old. I have been working with kids since I was about 14 years old. I've been lucky enough to work with twins, infants, special needs, and more. I love caring for children, it's what I've always had a passion for and it's what I am planning on pursuing, career-wise. I am always willing to...
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Elmwood Park, IL

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$20/hr
20 years experience
For over 20 years, I've been dedicated to nurturing young minds and supporting families with care, patience, and professionalism. My passion lies in fostering children's growth and development, and I strive to make a lasting, positive impact in their lives. I am patient, calm, creative, and friendly, with a natural ability to...
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Palatine, IL

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Paula, I am 29 yo and I am from Brazil. I am always in a good mood, patient, happy, creative and pro active. I was an au pair for 1 year in Northbrook taking care of 3 little kids and now I just got my degree at Oakton Community College. I have 7 years of experience (4 in Brazil and 3 in America), including...
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Elk Grove Village, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I have experience taking care of a elderly gentleman who I consider part of my family. My personality is compassionate, trustworthy, and helpful. I am respectful to the needs of each individual and for them being a living person in this world that have their own stories to teach us.
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Ashley Nanning

Niles, IL

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$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Ashley and l'm from the Chicago land area! Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a...

Rita R. says "I don't know where to begin! But I guess I'll start with the word "compassion". That's the first thing I noticed in Ashley. She's a very young and driven...

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Elmwood Park, IL

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$18/hr
Hi! I'm Krysal, a highly organized and dependable personal assistant with a background in child care, healthcare support, and hands-on volunteer work. As a college student studying Interdisciplinary Health Sciences with a focus on Health Diversity, I've developed strong multitasking, communication, and time management skills....
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We Have To Respect Elderly People.

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
errands
dementia
personal care
A dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in providing care for individuals with special needs. Experienced in assisting those with dementia and stroke patients. Proficient in both Polish and English. **Professional Experience:** *Caregiver (Lake in the Hills, IL). Dates: 2/2021-8/2023. - Offered...
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Elk Grove Village, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
Hi! My name is Sophie and I have been caring for children in a familial capacity all my life and in an official one for 3 years as a nanny, an au pair, and as a camp counselor. I am a recent college graduate with a degree in theater and history and love bringing these interests into my work with kids. I have experience as a...
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Cool Creative Caregiver

Elmwood Park, IL

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$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm a passionate and dependable childcare provider with multiple years of experience caring for children in home and in a clinical setting. I am a fourth year nursing student who has always been drawn to working with children, and I'm committed to fostering their growth and development in a safe and nurturing environment. I'm...
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Wood Dale, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
respite care
light cleaning
errands
transportation
Hi, I've been working for 26 years as a nanny for the same family and for the past 10 years, I've been working as personal support worker with a special need daughter she's 31 so I have a lot of patient I've been helping with food preparation going out helping with dressing, propane, meals, bathing, plus I also help my neighbor...
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Part Time Care Giver

Bensenville, IL

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$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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Winnetka, IL

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Hello my name is Angeline. I have experience with giving care to young kids with autism. My sister was diagnosed and I am with her everyday all day I am very very patient and understanding I am very happy to help with the knowledge I have
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  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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