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hello my name is Brittany I'm a certified nursing assistant I have 9 years of experience. I have worked in all the nursing homes in this area.. I experience in taking blood pressures, bathing, cleaning. I'm certified in CPR and first aid. I'm a very caring individual I like to look on the bright side of each situation. I love to...
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I've been working with children who require behavioral and emotional management for over 3 years and I'm active in continuing my education on behavioral health management. I work with children in the foster system who struggle with trauma and resulting mental health disorders. I have experience in working with children with food...
Emmaly S.
Elmwood Park, IL
$19-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Good morning! My name is Emmaly I'm 31 years old and live in elmwood park. I've been a nanny for the last 12 years. I have experience with multiple children, infants, and special needs. I am CPR certified. The last family I was with I was with them for 6 years. I'm really hoping to find something long term and a family that I...
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I have worked for WSSRA, a special needs camp for 2 seasons. I also worked personally with a special needs child for 4 years.
Angelica M.
Elmwood Park, IL
$18-22/hr • 6 yrs exp
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My name is Angelica ! I coached cheer for 3 years, and have babysat/nannied numerous children consistently. I've nannied 1-year-old twin baby girls, twin baby boys, children with special needs, toddlers, teens, all ages! I've taken care of 5 kids at a time as well. I participated in the special ed best buddies club when I was in...
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My name is Janith, I am 22, and I have 4 years of care giving experience. I've taken care of both the elderly and infants, both able bodied and special needs. Care giving is a passion of mine since I was a teen and I've never had a problem forming a bond with anyone. From reading books, arts and crafts, and nature walks I know...
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Hello!
I am currently available weekends & weekday evenings.
Rate: Starting at $30/hour (very flexible)
I am an accountant looking for a side gig hanging with kids, what I love to do! I have experience babysitting newborns to teenagers. While in college I worked with a family of 3 children (8, 6, and 2) for four years...
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Hi! My name is Natalia and I am 21 years old. I am a mama to a sweet baby girl. I am looking for a babysitting/house manager job where I could bring my daughter with me. I have over 5 years of experience babysitting children of all ages - including newborns, twins, and even kids with special needs. I have a 3-year-old brother,...
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Hello everyone, my name is Gissell and I am fresh out of college with a teaching degree, I attended the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. I am fluent in Spanish and have been in a variety of different classrooms and have worked with children of special needs. A little bit about me. I am very energetic and enjoy long...
4.0
"Gisele has been incredible with my kids. I strongly recommend her. I am satisfied of her work and will always hire her again and again."
Reviewed by Care member
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Hi. my name is Irma and I would love to help you with your special needs. I don't speak English but I can give a good service.
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My name is Brenda. I consider myself a reserved honest, reliable and trustworthy caregiver. I love caring and helping the Elderly. My passion is reaching the goals in daily living of my clients so that they get the best care. I am certified as a Nursing Assistant. (CNA) CPR and First Aide. I also am a Certified Medical...
5.0
"She was great with my senior dad!"
Reviewed by Carla B.
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Hello! Thanks for stopping by! I love babies and kiddos, so here I am, offering my services for you and your family. When babysitting, I like to be involved and reading to them, taking them to the playground and doing any activities that they enjoy from playing Barbie to playing trains. I also like to do sensory activities with...
5.0
"We hired Kristen to help us organize following a move. She did an absolutely incredible job. She showed up early and was extremely pleasant. I really hope she's still doing this the next time we need her!"
Reviewed by Nash G.
Mara G.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am currently in school for my Doctorate in Physical Therapy, and am looking for childcare jobs in the area! I have been watching children of all ages (birth to teens) for over 10 years. I have experience with children with special needs, and am comfortable with administering medication and transfers as necessary. I am First...
5.0
"Mara was great and I'd recommend her for anyone looking for a sitter. She played well with my daughter and they had a lot of fun. She was patient, communicative, and attentive."
Reviewed by Ashley B.
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I currently work as a third grade and special education teacher at Rowe Elementary School. This will be my fourth year working here. I work with diverse learners in third grade and in kindergarten in a general education classroom. I have worked as a pre-school teacher with 3-year-olds, at JCYS one summer ago. I worked at LEARN...
5.0
"Very sweet. Fun and energetic with the kids"
Reviewed by Heather O.
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Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified.
Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...
Monica D.
Chicago, IL
$20-50/hr • 7 yrs exp
Organized & Energetic Nanny (Part Time Music And Art Tutor As Well)
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Hello! My name is Monica and I am a tutor, housekeeper, and nanny. I have 7 years of experience in child care, including multiple special needs, and I am trained in trauma-informed childcare. My formal education was in child developmental psychology and art therapy. I am currently a part-time piano instructor (of all ages) and...
5.0
"Monica was wonderful, she entertained my 18 month old, sang him songs and read him books. He enjoyed his time with her so much that he tried to follow her out the door!"
Reviewed by Nat W.
Jennifer K.
Chicago, IL
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Exciting-Reliable-Kind Caregiver Looking To Curate Exceptional Experiences
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I am a fun, thoughtful, reliable and hardworking woman who knows her way around the City. My childcare background includes babysitting, working in a Nanny share and two years as an individual aide for Special Needs students in elementary school. I recently left the corporate world and am going back to where my heart is working...
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"Our family was so fortunate to have found Jenny as my son's first nanny. She worked with us full-time for almost 18 months and continues to be a key part of our childcare team as our family needs have evolved....
Reviewed by Care member
Alfredo R.
Skokie, IL
$30-37/hr • 4 yrs exp
5.0
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I am very interested in the opportunity to assist, I want to be a true companion on uplifting someone who needs care by listening to my clients first and provide comfort to their worries and fears.
I took my medical board exams in order to practice medicine in United Sates. My medical degree is from Mexico where I have practiced...
5.0
"Alfredo is smart, compassionate, and hard working. He often did more than I required of him with my son. A fast learner about autism. We love Alfredo!"
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Meadow C.
Chicago, IL
$20-50/hr • 12 yrs exp
Babysitting/Nanny Available Weekends/evenings (weekdays Vary)
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I am a current college student with 12+ years of childcare experience. I am certified in both adult and infant CPR and First Aid. I also have many families that can proudly stand behind my assertion that I provide exemplary care and am always delighted to provide for their families and children. I'd describe my personality as...
5.0
"Meadow is wonderful! She is very attuned to my newborn son and has a great sense of play. Highly recommend!"
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Hello and welcome to my profile page! Call me Super Nanny! Below is a list of my experience and qualifications. If you have questions, I'm happy to answer. I've been working as a special needs caregiver since I was 15 years old. I tend to work with families who need a well-seasoned caregiver. I love my work because it's hands...
5.0
"Meghan was so attentive to my son. She went above and beyond to problem solve with us how to make him successful at school (in his remote learning) and with social interactions at home. I would recommend her...
Reviewed by Julie B.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elmwood Park, IL
Gissell M.
4.0
Gisele has been incredible with my kids. I strongly recommend her. I am satisfied of her work and will always hire her again and again.
- Care member
Brenda V.
5.0
She was great with my senior dad!
- Carla B.
Kristin J.
5.0
We hired Kristen to help us organize following a move. She did an absolutely incredible job. She showed up early and was extremely pleasant. I really hope she's still doing this the next time we need her!
- Nash G.
Mara G.
5.0
Mara was great and I'd recommend her for anyone looking for a sitter. She played well with my daughter and they had a lot of fun. She was patient, communicative, and attentive.
- Ashley B.
Sarah F.
5.0
Very sweet. Fun and energetic with the kids
- Heather O.
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