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Ashlee C.

Lake in the Hills, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
I have loved caring for children ever since being a child myself and caring for my younger cousins during family gatherings. I always took responsibility as "baby sitter". Then, when I was trying to acquire my associates degree in psychology I became a part time nanny as well as a part time receptionist to help pay bills. I...
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15+ Years Extensive Experience In Providing High Quality Care To The Elderly.

Algonquin, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
dementia
meal prep
hospice services
companionship
+ 1 more
With a Bachelor's Degree, Nursing Attendant and 20 yrs. of Caregiving experience in Elderly Care. I'm reliable and compassionate private duty caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations, maintaining and developing a strong rapport with a patient. Able to provide a number of services to...
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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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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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Hampshire, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Teacher for 4 years with a general education and special education licenses. CPR certified. Work with kids with all different abilities consistently. Babysat frequently before become a certified teacher.
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All Star Care

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have many year's experience and very professional. I love helping others. Great companion and listener.
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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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Algonquin, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have worked as a personal assistant for a young lady with Cerebral Palsy. Our relationship/friendship was grounded in respect. I have taken several special education courses in college.
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Lynette M.'s Photo

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
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
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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Elgin, IL

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$22/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
For almost two decades, I've dedicated my career to nurturing young minds and supporting families. My motivation stems from a deep desire to positively impact children's lives by providing reliable care. I am patient, calm, creative, friendly, and approachable. I have experience with special needs children. I communicate with...
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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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South Elgin, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
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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Fun Sitter

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have worked with children from different backgrounds, including those with special needs. I am willing to help out where needed and as much as I possibly can.
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Huntley, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
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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Carpentersville, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Empathy is my biggest trait. Caring is a way of life for me . love to help those who can not help themselves. Treating them with dignity and respect not as a disease.
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Lake in the Hills, IL

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
-11 years experience with children age 2 months and up -4 years experience caregiving for people with special needs such as down syndrome, autism, and cerebral palsy -4 years experience following medication schedules -3 years experience cleaning houses
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Elgin, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
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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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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