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I raised my own children, my son (33) and my daughter (23). Over the past 20 years, I have served as a toddler teacher, and home-daycare provider, and served 4 different families as a nanny for the last decade. I also have experience working with people with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy working with...
Care Member says "We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are home from...
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Hello! My name is Jackie, I am 21 years old and currently live in West Chicago! I have been a nanny for the past year and a half, and have babysat for different families since I was 12 years old, including various ages from newborn to teenagers along with different special needs. I speak English fluently and took 6 years of...
Gabriella C. says "Jackie was so helpful! I always came home to a clean house with dishes done and the vacuum ran. She came up with fun games for the kids to play. She...
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Hello! I have 3+ years of experience in healthcare experience ranging from senior care in Alzheimer's, dementia and all to a companionship pal!
I have worked with special needs kids and in rehabs but I have been with all kinds of people and always am happy to meet someone new! Some qualities I can say I have is patience ,...
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I have truly enjoyed working as a caregiver for seniors or special needs for around 8 years. I am a patient, empathetic, respectful person who values honesty and compassion. It is very important to me to do my best in my work.
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Hi, I'm LeeAnn! I have over 10 years of experience as a professional nanny, along with a strong background in household management. I've cared for children ranging from 6 weeks old to 20 years old, including children with special needs.
I truly enjoy what I do especially building strong, lasting relationships with both the...
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I am a compassionate and dependable nurse, I have been working in a hospital in Michigan for 3 years, just recently moved to Illinois. In the past, I also worked in a nursing home and home care for 3 years too. I pride myself in the ability to adapt to any situation and learn new skills quickly. I have assisted clients/patients...
Educated helping service professional with experience in human service settings and management. History of establishing rapport and building leadership that motivates those around me. Striving to make a positive impact on others by continuing to be an active influencer in my community. Specializing in Elementary Aide for...
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Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my passion. I'm a friendly and patient caregiver with three years of experience providing respite and live-in care. I assist with daily tasks, including errands, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I also have experience supporting individuals with dementia and...
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I have a masters degree in psychology and 8 years of clinical experience as a child psychologist. I have had nanny experience for 10 years. I also have a step daughter I parent full time . I have experience with all age ranges of children and can care for children with special needs!
I have cared for a child with special needs for 4 years now. A lot of my friends have special needs as well but I treat them as normal as any other human being. My passion for children with special needs is comes from just loving to be around them. I am very patient with children with special needs and I always look at their...
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Hello. I am currently a special education teacher in the suburbs of Chicago. I have been teaching for seven years, but have worked with kids and adults with special needs most of my life. I have worked with people who have a variety of disabilities. I have worked with people who have ADHD, autism, intellectual disabilities, Down...
I've worked with children ages 1-16 with cerebral palsy. I believe that these parents need someone with patient and love to care for a special need individual. I believe that I am that person.
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I am a mom to 4 grown children. Three sons and one daughter. My daughter lives w special needs, was born with a chromosomal disorder .
I have taken care of my father who lived w severe Alzheimer's for the last years of his life.
This past year I have worked with two Medicare funded services-that do home health care, for the...
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After 10 years in healthcare, while pursuing a higher education- I have decided to continue to Nanny for families! There is nothing better than teaching children and being a caregiver.
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Psychology degree (Biology minor) from Loyola University Chicago.
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hospital settings as a CNA/PCT (telemetry)...
My name is Elena and I graduated from Valparaiso University in May 2024. I studied psychology and sociology. I have had a great passion for working with kids my whole life. I work at a school as a teachers aide. I work at a school that serves a population of kids with severe autism, behavioral issues, and medical issues. The...
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Hi! I'm Alyssa :) I've worked with children for the past 8 years and genuinely love the joy, energy, and creativity that comes with it. I currently work as support staff for an Extended School Year program, which has given me experience supporting children with different needs, including special needs. I believe every child...
Experienced Special Needs Caregiver with 13 years of experience providing compassionate and reliable care to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. I have worked with children with epilepsy, down syndrome, autism. As well as I have worked with kids with delayed learning disability as dyscalculia add , dyslexia, , and...
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My name is Mima, and I am looking to nanny for a family beginning in January 2021 close to where I attend University in Dekalb, as an Elementary Special Ed. Major!
Currently I am working as an Au Pair (live in nanny) in London, England for a family with a 6-year-old boy, and a 9-year-old girl with special needs. As a...
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I am a retired pediatric registered nurse who is looking to continue caring for children. I have cared for special needs children from ages 6 months to 18 years throughout my nursing career. Before I became a nurse, I babysat and nannied during high school and college for preschool and elementary aged children.
I currently have...
I have worked as a personal assistant for a young lady with Cerebral Palsy. Our relationship/friendship was grounded in respect. I have taken several special education courses in college.
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