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Elizabeth P.

Hammond, IN

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$15/hr
Hello my name is Elizabeth I have zero experience with special needs but I have patience, I am willing to learn and help . I have worked with elderly sick people and kids. I like to help, if your willing to give me a chance I'm your girl.
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Munster, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I love being around children. I have worked at a special needs pediatric clinic, was a daycare teacher for 2 years, and continue to work with the special needs population.
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Chicago, IL

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$21/hr
3 years experience
am a dedicated and compassionate educator with over eight years of experience serving students within Chicago Public Schools. For the past three years, I have worked as a paraprofessional, supporting students with diverse learning needs and creating a safe, structured, and encouraging classroom environment. Prior to this role, I...
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Catered Childcare For You

Homewood, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Bringing a decade of experience to your family, I'm passionate about nurturing children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. My approach is patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules and enjoy playing board games, puzzles, and educational games. I have some college...
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Making Life Easier And Stress Free

Thornton, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
respite care
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Loretta, I am 64 I have been taking care of elders and adults with special needs for over 40 years. My hope is that I can make your life a little easier and stress free with my help. My experience is extensive. I can help with getting ready for the day, light cleaning and laundry, cooking, feeding, bathing,...
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Amber J.'s Photo

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
My name is Amber, I am CPR & First Aid Certified. I previously worked as a Lead Teacher & Music Director at an Early-Childhood Academy for 6 years before transitioning into a full time nanny / babysitter. I have extensive experience working with all ages of children from newborns to school aged children. I consider myself to be...
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Substitute Teacher

Thornton, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired LPN and certified in CPR. I recently became a licensed substitute teacher in pre-school - 12th grade. I have worked with mentally and physically challenged children for five years. As an LPN, I have worked w children as a home health care nurse.
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I Am A Mother Of An Almost 16 Year Old Daughter And An Almost 9 Year Old Son.

Crestwood, IL

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$20/hr
16 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Fun Energetic Patience I've always been passionate about children and working with them. Looking to be able to spend time with my children while helping others I have 2 biological children of my own almost 16 and almost 9. I started teaching Sunday school 10 years ago and transition into special needs Sunday school...
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Munster, IN

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
Nurturing children and witnessing their growth is my true passion. With four years of experience caring for up to two children, I provide a patient, calm, and creative environment for kids of all ages. My background includes Early Child Development coursework, CPR Training, and First Aid. I have some experience working with...
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Hazel Crest, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
I'm a trusting & reliable sitter who's currently registered to start college fall '25 in the Early childhood education field. I currently work as an inclusion aide / special recreation leader working with Special needs Children / adults of ALL ages! Currently Working on getting my RBT certification. So my experience with special...
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Experienced Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Chukwuma. I live in Chicago, IL. I have a Bsc degree in Anatomy & currently in medical school. Right now I'm on break indefinitely so as to sort out my finances before continuing. My experience doing caregiving dates way back to high school. I would care for my grandfather until he passed & my grandmother...
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Flossmoor, IL

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$15/hr
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I love kids and have experience with working with children of all ages. I have baby sat, as well as worked in professional settings with kids and kids with special needs, and am willing to help out in any way possible to make others' lives easier.
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Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello and thanks for visiting my profile. My name is Beth. I have been working as a respiratory therapist for that last 11 years. Before that I had worked as a nursing aide for 3 years. I have taken care of adults and children of many different special needs. I truly enjoy taking care of people.
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Munster, IN

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$10/hr
I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
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Oak Forest, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a mom to the friendliest 4-year-old , I used to babysit my nephew while my cousin worked (1yo) and I used to baby sit my youngest sister and in charge of taking her to school and making sure she was always behaving (behavioral issues and special needs 16yo) I'm bilingual, fluent in both Spanish and English. My daughter is...
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Crestwood, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Seeking Summer part-time position. Experienced educator great with special needs children of all ages.
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Nanny/Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am the oldest child, so I was always watching my siblings growing up. I always love to be around kids as they can teach you so much, and they're so funny and creative. I started babysitting for neighbors and relatives when I was around 14 years old and have continued over the years, so I have roughly 14 years of experience. My...
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RN: Clinical Expertise, Compassionate Heart, And Family-Focused Care

Homewood, IL

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$38/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Caring for others has been both my profession and my passion for over 21 years. As a Registered Nurse with experience in home health, inpatient care, surgical services, and intensive care, I bring extensive clinical knowledge, compassion, and a calm, reassuring presence to every family I serve. Beyond my professional...
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Special Needs Info

Evergreen Park, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I have helped my mom raise my high functioning Autistic brother throughout half my life, as well as learn some things about myself to where I have ADHD and high functioning autism too. I have a bit of experience with helping my mom in her special needs Pre-K classroom as well.
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Humble, Caring, And Compassionate About Taking Care Of Others

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Caring, compassion, humble. I love kids, I just do. I'm looking to be very helpful to my client I started with kids in 1995-96 special needs. I spend time with my grandchildren and work around the house. I am a on time person. Personal care, transporting , and individual attention
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