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Danielle C.
Forest Park, IL
$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am a mother and a wife who is looking for extra hours working for a family in need. I have almost 18 years experience working with a wide variety of different disabilities and ages. My last job I currently had was working at autism home support doing behavior therapy. In the past I have also working with a family and a girl...
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Hi, my name is Meghan! I've been working with children for about 10 years now. I currently teach JH 6th-grade literacy, in a co-taught setting, and 8th-grade resource. I'm a full-time special education teacher at Chicago Public Schools. I'm available for summer tutoring, occasional babysitting, and special education...
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Hi! I have extensive experience working with children in a wide variety of ages. I first began babysitting and nannying when I was very young, and have since become very comfortable caring for, teaching, and also learning from children of all ages. In the past, I have volunteered at a preschool in West Chicago as a teacher's...
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I've been doing home health care ever since 1999 when I got my CNA license. Been working for disabilities of rehabilitation services (dors) and for seniors. I have many years hand on job with clients with unique and special needs. I love working 1 on 1 with clients. I love those connections.
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I have paid experience teaching theater, dance, art and yoga to children over the past 11 years. I have 2 years full -time nanny experience with toddlers and over a decade of babysitting experience as well. I've worked with kids of all ages and love to plan a fun day with my charges. I have 20+ years experience with special...
5.0
"Meghan has worked with our family since May 2017. She has always been dependable and has great empathy and patience with our teenage son who has autism. She is creative in ways to spend time with him and...
Reviewed by Colleen S.
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Hello, Mary Grace and I'm a nanny in the Chicago area! I have experience in child development and special needs care. Currently I am looking for 25-45 a week, and go start in mid August or beginning of September!
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"We've worked with Mary Grace on and off (as needed) for 2.5 years. She has provided childcare for both our kids individually and together (2.5 years old and 10 month old). Mary Grace is confident in our home...
Reviewed by Susannah F.
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Hi there! My name is Anna, and I am an ICU nurse in Chicago looking for a family who is looking for a date night / occasional babysitter! I have been babysitting and nannying since I was about 12, and have worked with kids of all ages ranging from newborns to 17-year-olds. I am CPR certified, specialize in critical care, first...
Mary S.
Chicago, IL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Name is Mary! 24 years old, and currently a banquet manager for Hilton hotels. I am the 2nd oldest of 11 children! Yes 11! Love children and lots of experience. I work full time but as we are getting into our slow season I would like to pick up some part time work to fill my off nights & days. I am experienced with small...
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"I have know Mary for 7 years! She is a kind and loving person and has a big heart for everyone. She is an specialist in home care. She loves to cook and care for the home. She is an expert in care of children....
Reviewed by Bernadette S.
Ariel Z.
Chicago, IL
$23-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi! At my daily job, I work with special needs kids from the ages of 2-6. I am also a big sister to six siblings. I have two sets of twins in my family whose ages range from one month to 9 years old. I have experience working with kids up to the ages of 16. I worked previously as a lifeguard and swim instructor so I am First Aid...
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"This is my family's first time hiring a someone that is not family to care for our children. Ariel was amazing she was punctual. She helped out with potty training. She did arts and crafts and played various...
Reviewed by Charity H.
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Hello Families!
My name is Dina.
I have committed over 30 years to providing compassionate childcare for infants through teens in a variety of childcare settings.
I have had amazing opportunities supporting children and their families as a nanny, home school teacher/tutor, preschool teacher, mother's helper and special needs...
5.0
"Dina is a dedicated and dependable provider. She excels at creating a welcoming and nurturing environment while also providing outstanding care in a fun and loving way."
Reviewed by Marsha C.
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Hi there, I'm Samantha! Having grown up caring for my younger siblings and formally babysitting since the age of 13, I understand the importance of reliable, compassionate care.
As someone with a flexible work schedule, I'm here to assist your family's needs on weeknights and weekends. I prioritize outdoor play, engaging...
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"Samantha is great! She easily developed good rapport with all of our four children. They all had fun. She balanced time with them, prepared meals, took care of our dog, and handled a complicated transportation...
Reviewed by Lisa M.
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I have been nanny and a baby-child sitter for more than 20 years. I worked for public schools for 10 years. Playing outside. Helping/teaching children to write or do some homework is fine with me. I have also worked with all sorts of "special needs and children with disabilities". The families I have worked with have children...
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"Erica is an amazing lady, kids had a good time with her, she is very friendly. She was very punctual, even in very short notice. Highly recommended."
Reviewed by Moshe S.
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I have 6+years of experience in foster care at SOS Children's Village in Lockport. I have fostered approximately 30 children, and loved the experience and my foster families. I recently moved back to Chicago in September of 2022. Before moving back to Chicago I was a member of my church in Joliet for 17 years and I was involved...
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"Cynthia is a compassionate, loving and fun caregiver. She was the first person outside of family to care for our daughter when she was 6 months old. Your kids will feel cared for, loved and have so much fun...
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I am a 23-year-old studying to become a nurse. I have an Associates in Health Science alone with my certified nursing assistant license, first aid, and CPR. I recently babysit 4 kids once a week. I can basically take care of any aged kids, I've worked with all. Im very intelligent so I'm always open to tutoring. Also I love...
5.0
"Josie has been with me since my kids were babies. She is silly and fun loving! She loves being active and my kids still love when she comes over! "
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Ella S.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Fun, And Loving Nanny Looking For Part-time To Possible Full-time Job.
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I have lots of experience with caring for children, including babies and children with special needs. I love my job!
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*Now fully booked through Winter 2023
Hi there, I'm Amanda! I'm a recent graduate with a passion for music and science, looking to work with families in the Chicago/Lakeview area. I studied neuroscience in my masters, so I enjoy learning and teaching about anything brain or mind-related! I have 9 years of experience caring for...
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"Amanda has been a godsend for us. We have a 5 year old she has been a nanny for almost months. She is always on time and dependable. My son loves when she comes over to play. "
Reviewed by Ashley E.
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Hello! Nice to meet you.
My name is Karla and I am a senior in University and emerging teacher with license in K-12th grades. As a nanny I have experience working with different ages; infants, toddles, etc. I've worked in different daycares as a teacher assistant and different families from all backgrounds, including children...
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"Karla is amazing- gentle, kind, dependable, and safe."
Reviewed by Meg P.
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I am an Operations Supervisor at an Adult Day Care and also an in home care provider. I am also a Certified Dementia Practitioner as well as an C. N. A. I have been in the field of caring for individuals for over 13 years. I have a gift of patience with people and consideration for individuals who require more attention than...
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"She helped me during recovery from shoulder replacement surgery. I was VERY restricted in mobility and could not lift anything. It was very reassuring for me to have her on "stand-by" when I first showered by...
Reviewed by Caroline W.
Kaeleen E.
River Grove, IL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! I am a certified nursing assistant/patient care technician. I have experience working as a CNA at a nursing rehabilitation facility. I've had training with younger patients, special needs, and of course elderly. I currently work in an ICU at Elmhurst Hospital for the last two years: My skills range from transportation,...
5.0
"Kaeleen helped my husband transition back home from a long stay at the hospital and rehab. She assisted with bathroom, bathing, shaving, feeding, and mobility. Kaeleen was never late, and had a true personal...
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Hi, I'm Ana, a compassionate caregiver with over 12 years of experience babysitting and nannying. Your children's well-being is my top priority, and I bring a diverse skill set that includes caring for newborns, twins, children with special needs, and pets. I grew up with three younger siblings, and have always been the "mom...
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"Anastasia was wonderful! We booked a last minute trip to Nashville and she worked with us. We hit traffic and accidents etc which delayed us but Anastasia understood and didn't seem to mind when I had to keep...
Reviewed by Stephanie H.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Forest Park, IL
Meghan M.
5.0
Meghan is my 3rd nanny, and she is THE.BEST. Your time and money will be well-spent on this amazing person. She regularly goes above and beyond with my kids (2 boys; now 2 and 4, but 1 and 3 when Meghan started). She brings books and snacks and games. She texts me during the week with ideas she has...
- Chelka P.
Mary M.
5.0
We've worked with Mary Grace on and off (as needed) for 2.5 years. She has provided childcare for both our kids individually and together (2.5 years old and 10 month old). Mary Grace is confident in our home and supports our house rules and follows my instructions for childcare. Mary Grace provided...
- Susannah F.
Mary S.
5.0
I have know Mary for 7 years! She is a kind and loving person and has a big heart for everyone. She is an specialist in home care. She loves to cook and care for the home. She is an expert in care of children. She is from a big family and has been a big support and help for her mom with her younger...
- Bernadette S.
Ariel Z.
5.0
This is my family's first time hiring a someone that is not family to care for our children. Ariel was amazing she was punctual. She helped out with potty training. She did arts and crafts and played various games with both kids. They also all cuddled on the sofa and watched movies. She made sure to...
- Charity H.
Dina S.
5.0
Dina is a dedicated and dependable provider. She excels at creating a welcoming and nurturing environment while also providing outstanding care in a fun and loving way.
- Marsha C.
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