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Stephany D.

Brazilian, Catholic

Saint Charles, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Patient, compassionate, careful I started caring for people with special needs when I was 17y I used to be volunteer in hospital for kids with cancer. When I was 19y I went to Argentina to be a volunteer in a home care with people from 5 years old to seniors, they was all peoples with special needs, some mild autism to severe...
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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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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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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
travel
swimming supervision
**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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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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Creative Sitter

Lake in the Hills, IL

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there! My name is Raelyn and I minored in Early Childhood Education & Special Education from Arizona State University. I've been working with children for the past 8 years as a babysitter, preschool teacher, elementary tutor, bear builder and camp director. I am CPR/First Aid certified and I have worked with children ranging...
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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
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
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
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
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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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DeKalb, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
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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Part-Time Caregiver; RN

Saint Charles, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience
I have over 3 decades of nursing experience with over half of them serving individuals with special needs, pediatric through adult. I have loved giving care to folks of all ages, including those with disabilities including muscular dystrophy / other more rare dystrophies, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain...
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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
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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Caring With Kindness And Compassion

Rockford, IL

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Caring for and helping people is something I've always enjoyed, because I know I am making a difference in someone's life. I have a diverse work background that has given me a wealth of knowledge that I can utilize in the real world. This knowledge was built upon my B. A. in Psychology. I have hands-on experience assisting...
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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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Part- Or Full-time Caregiver Available

DeKalb, IL

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I did respite care for a boy with ASD and have experience working with children with severe disabilities.
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Saint Charles, IL

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$10/hr
For the past few summers, I have worked summer camps for children with varying needs through Recreation Association. Working with children with special needs is a passion of mine and I plan on becoming a Special Education Teacher
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Lake in the Hills, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm Emma and I am well versed in working with children with Autism, ADHD, and more. My previous babysitting experiences, (mostly my younger cousins and friends' siblings) have solidified my passion in taking special care of others! I am very patient, calm, and easygoing, and I love to go outside and play games and sports! I...
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Elgin, IL

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$16/hr
4 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
specialized care
personal care
meal prep
Hi, my name is Amy and I'm a freshman at Michigan State University! I have 4+ years of experience with ages 3 months through 12 years, along with 3 years working with teenage students with special needs. I'm CPR certified and have reliable transportation. With kids, I love creating fun crafts, baking, and spending time...
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