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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 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
home modification
+ 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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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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Madison S.'s Photo

Huntley, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Allison F.'s Photo

South Elgin, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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Huntley, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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Hannah C.'s Photo

Elgin, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Dedicated Trustworthy Care Giver

Elgin, IL

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$17/hr
7 years experience
I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver with a deep personal understanding of special needs care. As a mother of a young adult with special needs, I bring patience, empathy, and real-life experience to every family I support. I also provide dedicated care for an autistic young lady, assisting with daily routines,...
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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
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
home modification
+ 1 more
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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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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