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Devyn M.

Belvidere, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
My name is Devyn . I just graduated from Boylan High school! I have a lot of experience with children, and I love working with them! I have been working at Gigi's Playhouse for 6 years now, so I am qualified and comfortable watching children with special needs! I am very responsive to parents instructions. I'm a very positive...
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Huntley, IL

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hi, my name is Bridget! I have over 5 years of experience providing care for all ages. I am CPR certified and am currently attending school to become an ultrasound technician! I have experience with special needs children, bilingual children, infants/babies, and children up to the age of 13.
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Experience, Loving Nanny

Elgin, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Shannon. I am 30 years old, I am married, and have 1 adorable 3-year-old boy. For the past 12 years, I have worked as a nanny, caregiver, aid, and even teacher at a daycare. I absolutely love kids! I have worked with kids with all different personalities and temperaments as well as children with learning...
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DeKalb, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
part time college student, going to school to be kindergarten teacher & im looking for a little one to watch, im flexible with pretty much everything! i've worked with special needs kids also so that's a bonus ! looking to renew my CPR certification ASAP! Have reliable transportation! I started working with kids when I was 12....
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DeKalb, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I've been a CNA for 10 years working with many individuals with mental health conditions and other health conditions. I'm patient and a quick learner to understand and help with ADL's.
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Part-time Caregiver (with Special Needs Experience) Available - Child Development PhD. Student

DeKalb, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
**I am currently employed through fall 2019-spring 2020 and cannot take on new clients at this time!** I am currently in the Ph. D. program at NIU for clinical child psychology, and am looking for a caregiving position over the summer. I have experience caregiving with infants and children. I grew up babysitting younger...
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Nanny/Babysitter

Lake in the Hills, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am the mother of five amazing kids. They range from 9 years old to 19 years old. My youngest child has special needs, so I am very comfortable and familiar with any setting or situation. I have worked in healthcare for over 20 years and that includes hands-on clinical patient work. I am college educated and have CPR/AED/BLS...
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Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

Woodstock, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hi there! My name is Nichole and I am 30 years old. I have been working with the special needs population for 8 years and am looking for a fresh new start in a different setting. I am comfortable working with both adults and children, and have experience helping individuals with an array of different developmental disorders. I...
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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Worked in a nursing home rehab center for 12 years took care of a wide range of patients with all types of disorders am considerate and patient enjoy helping people
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Special Needs Provider/Caregiver

Lake in the Hills, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I volunteered at Camp Summit in Texas, which allowed me to work with individuals with severe special needs. I helped shower, dress, feed and lift many different people. I was also a caregiver for elderly individuals, where I would help with their day to day tasks. I learned how to rotate individuals that were bed bound, promote...
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Lake in the Hills, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I have been working with children for 5-6 years or so. I've worked as an assistant teacher in a Montessori school for a couple years as well as private home care for special needs children and after school aides. I've worked with infant to adult aged.
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Cherry Valley, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I worked for my cities park district taking care of kids with disabilities, primarily autism. Experience, thus, with high stress situations, such as kids who have meltdowns, attempt to run away, scream and threaten physically, etc. I do not, historically, work well with extreme aggression, but I am willing to attempt to do so.
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Experienced, Fun, And Reliable Nanny!

Saint Charles, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, 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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Dundee, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Currently working as a Teaching Assistant. Experienced with ages 2-18 and special needs/education :) I have open availability to meet your needs. Very kind, caring, energetic and fun. Very active and always coming up with new ideas. Willing to help with housekeeping, E-Learning/home schooling and I'm a great cook. Very flexible...
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Belvidere, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a very positive, patient, and reliable person with about 10 years of childcare experience with kids ages 2-teen! I have also worked and volunteered in a variety of special needs programs! I'm more of a quiet person but am lots of fun! My goal is to give kids a supportive and caring environment where they are free to be...
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DeKalb, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hello I'm McKenzie Nevaeh but I go by Nevaeh! I graduated as well as earned 1 Of my Ece credentials! I love working with kids and watching them grow. I have been a preschool assistant teacher and also have babysat! I have my own car and am very open with my availability! I use basic swing laugage with children who can't yet talk...
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Elizabeth W.'s Photo

Woodstock, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I have recently jumped back into nannying, although I am often around children as I have 4 of the coolest nieces & nephews so I have plenty experiences with kids despite the hiatus from nannying as my job! In my free time I enjoy concerts, camping, football, finding new food spots, & chill days at home binge watching....
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Child Care And Special Needs Care

Elgin, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I have been working with children my entire life and I love it. I am the 3rd child from a family with 10 kids. So, even when I was a small child I helped take care of my younger siblings. I am a graduate from Elgin Community College and Providence Baptist College where I studied education. I payed my way through both colleges...
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Woodstock, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and thrive. With six years of experience, I have the knowledge and skills to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love to play games, read stories, and help...
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Teacher Looking For A Summer Nannying Job

Saint Charles, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am looking for a nice family of however many children. I have plenty of experience babysitting and am currently a teacher for 10 students with special needs. I do also have my own car so I can easily pick up and drop off kids at school, sports, and other activities! I am looking for a nannying position for the summer. Please...
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