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Aneiya K.

Hazel Crest, IL

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$21/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Aneiya, and I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), paraprofessional, and Special Education major with several years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities. I am passionate about creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment where children can learn, grow, and feel confident. My...
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LPN

Posen, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Bring comfort and supports to others is my calling. For the past 10 years, I've had the privilege of assisting adults and seniors with personal care, meal preparation, dementia care and medical management. My college degree has provided me with a solid foundation. I am CPR certified. My approach is rooted in patience,...
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Schererville, IN

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$16/hr
2 years experience
I have several years of experience working with children and individuals with special needs, providing support, care, and encouragement in both personal and professional settings. Growing up with a mother who is a Special Education Director, I was exposed to the importance of patience, understanding, and creating inclusive...
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Doctorate Student With Compassionate, Safe, & Energetic Care!

Schererville, IN

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$19/hr
1 year experience
I'm currently a 26 y. o Doctor of Physical Therapy student at UIC with clinical experience in pediatrics, including special needs care and NICU. I absolutely love kids with a passion, hence I love and enjoy taking care of children! I am full of energy and compassionate care- your children would without a doubt enjoy their time...
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Patient And Fun-loving Caregiver

Munster, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
errands
live-in home care
companionship
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
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Hazel Crest, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
errands
transportation
I'm a trusting & reliable sitting who's currently registered to start college fall '25 in the Early childhood education field. I currently work as an inclusion aide / special recreation leader working with Special needs Children / adults of ALL ages! Currently Working on getting my RBT certification. So my experience with...
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Hazel Crest, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
I'm a trusting & reliable sitter who's currently registered to start college fall '25 in the Early childhood education field. I currently work as an inclusion aide / special recreation leader working with Special needs Children / adults of ALL ages! Currently Working on getting my RBT certification. So my experience with special...
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Schererville, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Noelle! I'm a college student home for the summer and I'd love the opportunity to support your family with childcare. I'm currently studying Applied Medicine with minors in Massage Therapy and Biology, and I have always had a passion for helping and caring for others. I have several years of experience working with...
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Munster, IN

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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
Nurturing children and witnessing their growth is my true passion. With four years of experience caring for up to two children, I provide a patient, calm, and creative environment for kids of all ages. My background includes Early Child Development coursework, CPR Training, and First Aid. I have some experience working with...
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Munster, IN

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$10/hr
I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
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Calumet City, IL

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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been caring for children on and off since 2016. I used to work in a daycare and received CPR and first aid training. I have also taken care of children in my home as well as their homes and most of them since they were newborns. I have cultivated patience and also worked with special needs children. My cousin is autistic...
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Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
My name is Amber, I am CPR & First Aid Certified. I previously worked as a Lead Teacher & Music Director at an Early-Childhood Academy for 6 years before transitioning into a full time nanny / babysitter. I have extensive experience working with all ages of children from newborns to school aged children. I consider myself to be...
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Highland, IN

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$17/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've always had a passion for helping children learn and grow. My experience caring for children began when I was a babysitter, and I quickly realized that I had a knack for it. Now, with 8 years of experience as a childcare provider, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your children. I...
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Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
Hi! I'm a friendly babysitter. I have 2 yrs experience with babysitting. I am very patient with kids and allow them to express what they want. I can help out with crafts and other tasks. People often tell me I have a warm aura because kids gravitate towards me a lot.
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Special Needs

Calumet City, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I've worked with lots of special needs babies and teens. I genuinely live the work I do. Would love to help your family.
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Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I love children! I am enthusiastic, energetic, hardworking, and dedicated to what I do. I have 8 years of experience with children infant-5 years; specializing with children ages 3-5 years old. My experience includes changing diapers, potty training, teaching, cleaning, cooking/baking, filing papers, and much more. My unique...
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Clinical Health Counseling Master's

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Hello, My name is Shareta , When I saw your posting in search of a Child Care Sitter, I was eager to submit my resume for your consideration. With my solid background in child care and babysitting for children of all ages-coupled with my college coursework in Clinical Mental Health and my caring personality-I am confident that I...
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Griffith, IN

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I'm a very patient person that loves helping others. In high school, I volunteered to be a teacher's aide for the special needs children. I loved every second of it. I met amazing people and made wonderful friends.
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Experienced Nanny Available

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
I have been working as a nanny since 1997, I have experience with different age group, and I worked with families in different part of Chicago-land, I am responsible, reliable, patient, and professional nanny, I have a great love and passion to work with children, I can play, read and engage the child into different activities...

Jeff H. says "Our 2 year old warmed up to Hakima immediately, and enjoys their time together every week. She currently comes over one morning a week, and has been...

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Funny, Creative, Active Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
Dedicated assistance with your kids of all ages. Coming from a large family-with over 20 nieces and nephews, I have 25+ years of experience. Being active is my thing. I love helping kids to read, vocabulary, sentence structure, science projects etc. I tutor/homework the right way: getting a feel for how they learn & helping them...

Bonnie-jeanne G. says "Shannon was amazing! She spent a couple of afternoons with my daughter over a holiday weekend. My daughter is high functioning on the autistic...

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