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Bob C.'s Photo

Crystal Lake, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Willing and experienced to work with any individual. Worked with all individuals within hospitals, K-12 schools, teaching certificate with specialization in special education, nursing care centers and volunteer work.
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Carpentersville, IL

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name Julie, I am 34 years old. I have been a nanny/house manager for over 10 years, where I helped my families with laundry, organizing, errands and meal prep. Over the last year I have been caring for a young adult with cerebral palsy. I have experience assisting with showering, dressing, and toiletry. Prior to that,...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
I have over 10 years of experience with special needs. autism, adhd, severe anxiety. Im CPR certified and first aid I provide my own transportation.
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Huntley, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I'd describe my personality as fun, bubbly and sweet. I like working with kids because they see life differently and I love helping them to learn! I'm looking for a job that I can be helpful and provide assistance where it may be needed! I started working with kids when I was 15 at aftercare of my high school. I currently...
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Ive Worked With A Variety Of Teens And Young Adults With Different Needs

Dundee, IL

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$16/hr
I'm very friendly, kind and caring with a wide range of interest. I'm outgoing and personable. I definitely have a caregivers heart :)
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Allison F.'s Photo

South Elgin, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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I am a recent graduate of Truman State University with a double major in Communication Disorders and Psychology as well as a minor in disability studies. I am taking a gap year before applying to graduate school and am looking for opportunities to babysit/care-give during the 2024 to 2025 school year! I have several years of...
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Abigail R.'s Photo

Huntley, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! I'm currently a Freshman at Iowa State University! I am majoring in Family Consumer Sciences (Home Economics) with a minor in History and plan to become a future teacher! I absolutely adore kids. I previously babysitting for two 5-year-old boys. I was a cheer coach for 4 years (K-3), had several student teaching...
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Algonquin, IL

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$18/hr
I am a patient, compassionate, and dependable caregiver who is passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for children. While I am beginning my professional childcare journey, I have hands-on experience caring for children through volunteer and personal experiences, including assisting students with...
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Hannah C.'s Photo

Elgin, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
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As a caring and experienced childcare provider with over six years of experience (nanny, babysitting, special needs/medically complex daycare, respite) I'm enthusiastic about nurturing young minds and supporting families. My passion for childcare stems from my previous roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting...
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Karen H.'s Photo

Elgin, IL

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$24/hr
3 years experience
I have several years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & as a researcher in Coginitive Pyschology in Children specializing in Language Acquisition & Autism at University of Chicago.
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Caregiver

Lake in the Hills, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
dementia
errands
light cleaning
home modification
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I have cared for a variety of people with special needs I have worked in physical and speech therapy for stroke clients I have worked with clients with m/s I have worked with clients who have lost their eye sight and Alzheimer's I have many years of experience in care-giving field I am available days or nights and weekends I...
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Grace G.'s Photo

Crystal Lake, IL

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$10/hr
4+ years as Adaptive Physical Education assistant volunteer 6+ years as a buddy to students in Special Needs /Life Skills Program 1+ years as volunteer in Kids Club 1+ years as a mentor to Special Education choir students 2+ years as one-on-one buddy for Life Skills students
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Jared B.'s Photo

Elgin, IL

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$16/hr
I am patient individual who is willing to tend to individual needs. I also have reliable transportation. I went to school and graduated as a medical assistant. I am comfortable with individual care, fist aid and with any age group.
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Caitlin M.'s Photo

Elgin, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Compassionate and dedicated childcare professional with extensive experience as a nanny, including providing individualized care for children with special needs. Skilled in creating safe, structured, and nurturing environments that support each child's emotional, developmental, and physical well-being. Experienced in planning...
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Elgin, IL

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Hannah, and I am a graduate student at Drake University studying occupational therapy. I have a lot of experience with children who need more assistance. I worked at Childserve for 4 years working with children who have special needs and complex medical needs. I worked with a wide range of diagnoses. For the...
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Respectful, Knowledgable, And Detail Oriented Registered Nurse

Dundee, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I without a doubt love what I do!! I have been a school RN for the past 10 years. I work with children with varying levels of needs. I have experience with seizure disorders, type 1 diabetes, ADD, ADHD, asthma, food allergies, Fragile-x, and gastric tube feedings to name a few. I just love my kids that I care for, however I do...
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Registered Nurse

Carpentersville, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm currently working with patients with acute cardiovascular disorders. I appropriately educate patients and families. I'm looking forward to a new perspective while bringing a smile to a child's face.
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Elgin, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Samantha! I am a very patient person and ive worked with children in the past. Im currently in school to become an early elementary teacher. My experience with diverse age groups, including children with special needs, has taught me how to remain patient and calm in every situation. I hold CPR Training and First...
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Nanny

West Chicago, IL

4.3(1)
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$10/hr
8 years experience
Travel
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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Experience with Special Needs

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 years of experience in special ed. I was a teachers aide at kirk school in Palatine for 3 years. I have also been a private caregiver for an adult male with special needs and a. caregiver to a lovely little boy for over 3 years my most recent job was with a little boy with autism.

Care Member says "Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie always...

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