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Colleen M.

Part-Time Child Care Provider

Libertyville, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a Mom of three children ages 25, 22, and 12. I have many years of experience in childcare though our parish and school, along with volunteering with children with special needs in the area of Adaptive Water Sports. I am also a foster parent and adoptive parent.
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Grayslake, IL

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$17/hr
I have a degree in special education. I was a special education teacher for 3 years and worked with non-verbal autistic students.
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Grayslake, IL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
I am a Certified aid in the state of Illinois and have taking care of adults with many disabilities as well as children. I have 14 years experience under supervised nurses and have been properly trained with many different situations and care that are needed to be handled. I hope I can answer more of your questions in a further...
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Lake Bluff, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
live-in home care
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as kind , compassionate and enthusiastic. I like caring for seniors because I love to be there for people in need . Seniors are so special I love being in their presence. I'm looking for a job that is rewarding in its own ways . Like the smiles from a senior while they reminisce about their lives...
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Wadsworth, IL

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$23/hr
7 years experience
Hi there! I am currently in my third year of college, studying English literature, and am hoping to find a position that is flexible with school. I have been working with children since I was 16. My experience includes: Private nanny for 3+ years for three children under age five, 4 summers as a camp counselor, and 2 of those...
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Love To Help

Mundelein, IL

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Tend to special care need child before and adults . I am a mother and all children love to care of children . Attentive to detail and have referrals.
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9 Year Experience Being A Nanny In All Ages.

Round Lake, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Honest, loving, reliable and a God fearing individual. Receives goid and excellent reviews from previous clients. My Motto is "Let all your things be done with Love" 1 cor. 16:14.
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Libertyville, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
I have years of experience in working with the special needs community. I am currently the Executive Director of a special needs program in Glencoe for adults. I have also worked as the head assistant of the transition program at NSSED. My passion is working with people that have disabilities. I'm kind and caring and willing to...
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Full Time Nanny/babysitter

Lake Villa, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
I had an In-home daycare business when my son was young. I started the business when he was 6 months old, he was the oldest of the kids I watched. I had as many as 8 at one time, 5 of whom were in diapers, still on bottles, needing naps and of course play time. I was either on the floor reading to them or playing with toys,...
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Experienced worker for special needs children

Round Lake, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I have been working full-time in the field of special education for four years. I also tutor part time for a child that needs NET training and I also run ABA programs. I have experience working with children who are diagnosed with Autism, Schizophrenia, Asperger's, BD, Down syndrome, and some with dual diagnoses. I have worked...
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Medical Assistant

Libertyville, IL

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$25/hr
I'm a very active energetic person I have a medical assistant degree that I finished 4 years ago. Over the years I gained a lot of experience as a caregiver with elderly. Would love to help out with your special someone.
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Waukegan, IL

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$27/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! My name is Cristina and I'm an energetic, creative 31-year-old. I went to Florida International University for education. I'm currently a paraprofessional at a pre-k school for kids with special needs. As a nanny, I strive for a healthy, friendly, routine-focused, creative, safe environment. My main concern is to make sure...
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Mundelein, IL

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$30/hr
12 years experience
Errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
I am CNA for 16 years. I work with old people with special needs. I am driven my car, I have citizenship and I able to work different hours I'd describe my personality as hard working, responsible and l love my patients I like caring for seniors because I like helping people, who needs help I started caring for seniors...
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Mundelein, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with emotional, mental, physical and medical special needs. I can take care of kids or adults. I have experience with epi pen, insulin, feeding tube, non-verbal, autism, wheel chairs, and hoyer.
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Teacher And Mom For In-Home Care

Libertyville, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Nickie. I live in Libertyville and am a teacher who is no longer in the classroom since the birth of my daughter in 2016. I work part time tutoring kids with special needs, as well as those in general education who require scaffolded support for intervention or gifted programs. I am available part time for child...
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Grayslake, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have a younger sister with Down syndrome. I've sat in on many sessions with her and her therapists learning, watching and becoming more involved in her life as the time goes on. in high school and middle school I was a part of the schools "buddy" program doing gym and spending time in the classrooms with the kids in these...
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Grayslake, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have 12 years experience as a pediatric nurse working emergency department, and help with special needs as well.
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Care Giver

Waukegan, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
home modification
respite care
dementia
I am an accounting graduate with strong experience in both caregiving and childcare, including part time work supporting adults and individuals with special needs, and nearly two years as a SPED paraprofessional and Teacher assistant with Gurnee District 56. I hold a current CPR certification and am trained to provide safe,...
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Lake Villa, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hi, I'm Lexi! I'm a full-time paraprofessional and certified substitute at a therapeutic day school with 5+ years of experience supporting students with special needs, especially those on the autism spectrum and with emotional disturbance (ED). I build strong, trusting relationships and help students manage academic and...
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AT HOME DAY CARE

Round Lake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I love children and always establish a meaningful relationship with them. I am consistent with creating functional and fun activities. I have been teaching and tutoring for 11 years. I also have experience working and babysitting children who have Autism and a wide variety of children with special needs of all ages. I have been...
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