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Cheryl J.


Hampshire, IL

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Cheryl, I have been a caregiver for 8 years. I have cared for all ages and all different needs including; paralysis, cerebral palsy and autism. Thanks!
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Darlene F.


Hampshire, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

My Job Is Very Rewarding To Me/Special Needs Available

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I have had many rewarding clients and they all have touched my life in a special way. I love what I do.
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Katie W.


Hampshire, IL

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Professional With Flexible Schedule

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***I CURRENTLY WORK FULL-TIME IN THE SPECIAL RECREATION FIELD. However, I am periodically available to help on nights and weekends!*** I have been working with individuals with disabilities for the past 9 years in a variety of different settings. Before I graduated with my degree is B. S. Rehabilitation Services (minoring in...
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Jayne M.


Hampshire, IL

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

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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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Bridget B.


Huntley, IL

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi, my name is Bridget! I have over 5 years of experience providing care for all ages. I am CPR certified and am currently attending school to become an ultrasound technician! I have experience with special needs children, bilingual children, infants/babies, and children up to the age of 13.
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Madison P.


Sycamore, IL

$15-17/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Madison. I am 21 years old and attending NIU. I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I am in the Army National guard. I have nannied previously a 7-year-old and a 10-year-old. I also babysat a teen-aged girl with special needs and pet sat as well. Comfortable with pets and...
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Ashley F.


Sycamore, IL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Helping Our Unique Friends

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I am a certified teacher and am licensed to have children with special needs in my classroom. My step-brother is autistic, so are his friends that come over. I have had experience with a variety of disabilities, from EBD, Downs Syndrome, Autism, cerebral Palsy, and more. I do believe that every child is different and cannot be...
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Rosa W.


Huntley, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Experienced Caregiver

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I have worked with special education students for over 10 yrs in an elementary school. I currently work as a teacher during the school yr. I have worked in daycares with infants all the way to schoolagers. I have 4 kids of my own 12, 9, 6 yr old twins.
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Ella J.


Sycamore, IL

$12-17/hr

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Hello, my name is Ella.. and I am 18 years old. I am the oldest daughter of 8 siblings. I have a helpful mindset. I am very willing to do what is needed. Being around young kids often, I am very patient and love finding fun things to do.
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Abigail R.


Genoa, IL

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Summer Nanny !!!

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Hi!!!! I have been involved in working with children for 10 years. I began by babysitting for a few neighbors. I then became a nanny every day for about 3 hours Monday through Friday. I have worked at summer camps for children with special needs. I have been a nanny for two different families for the last 2 summers. This past...
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Jenna B.


Huntley, IL

$14-19/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced And Flexible Educator And Caregiver

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Hi, I'm Jenna! I am a certified special education teacher and have been working in education for 9 years now, as well as in a variety of summer camps. I also love babysitting my 1yr old and 3 yr old nephews :) I am interested in part-time nannying and/or occasional or regular babysitting. I have my own transportation, am a...
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Hannah B.


Huntley, IL

$13-16/hr9 yrs exp

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Hi! I am a certified Special Education teacher with over 9 years of experience working with children. I have worked at an at home day care center for two summers, tutoring and babysat for children ages 3 months to 13, and have had course work in education for all children, specifically those with special needs, and child...
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Kamila P.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

3.0

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Hi my name is Kamila and I am college student. I am graduating with my nursing degree this May, and am looking for a babysitting job for the summer before I pass my boards! I have experience working with with infants, toddlers, kids with special needs and I am CPR certified. Right now I want to apply as a child care taker for...
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"Kamila seemed nice enough the first time she babysat for us, but it was only for a few hours. She did play some games with the kids and made a light lunch but when she babysat again, the house was a mess! And...

Reviewed by Raquel D.

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Abbey H.


Saint Charles, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Extremely Experienced Nanny

5.0

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Hi, I'm Abbey! I am currently in school to get my bachelor's degree in psychology, with an emphasis in child advocacy. I have been working with children for 10 years now. I have nannied, worked in daycare, worked with special needs, and have experience with newborn - teens.
5.0
"We never hired a nanny before so we were scared to do so. Abbey came by to meet us beforehand. She was very punctual, flexible and especially sweet and loving to our 4 months old baby boy. Thank you Abby! If we...

Reviewed by Liesbeth D.

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Catherine S.


DeKalb, IL

$18-28/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! I am a recent college graduate from NIU. I have experience caring for children of different ages. I have worked with a wide array of children from newborns to 13-year-olds. I have experience working with children who have special needs/disabilities. I majored in Art and English receiving two bachelors degrees. If you...
5.0
"Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and great at calming them down when they are worked up. Not only that but she...

Reviewed by Jade M.

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Muriel C.


Batavia, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Caring, And Patient Caregiver

5.0

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I am a wife and mother of 2 young adults who has lived in the tri-cities for 28 years. I have worked as an outdoor education nature and science teacher for 10 years at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia, IL. During this time period, I taught all age groups, from preschoolers to adults. When special needs...
5.0
"I highly recommend Muriel for watching children, including those with special needs. Muriel has been kind, patient, and understanding while caring for my two boys, one of whom has special needs. She has shown...

Reviewed by Jeff H.

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Holly P.


Saint Charles, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I truly enjoy helping all populations, Seniors, Children and special need clients. I have experience working with all listed above.
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Brandi O.


DeKalb, IL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am 29 years old. I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and an Associates in Applied Sciences: Social Work from Waubonsee Community College. I have a wide range of experience with children of all sorts. I do have a background knowledge of children with special needs. My boyfriend's sister has Cerebral...
5.0
"Brandi is very good with children. She is patient and very caring, she even goes above and beyond her regular duty to help out. She is the best nanny I have ever had, if it wasn't for this pandemic I would...

Reviewed by Samanthia C.

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Jessica W.


Woodstock, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Being adopted and raised by my grandparents, I have a deep respect to this population. So many life experiences have brought them to where they are and each other of them deserve the care and respect to help carry them further. I received my Certified Nurses Assistant degree over 10 years ago. I worked in a nursing home (4...
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Tracy S.


Bartlett, IL

$20-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care

5.0

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I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...
5.0
"Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I could have asked for to watch our little guy!"

Reviewed by Christina K.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hampshire, IL

Kamila P.

3.0

Kamila seemed nice enough the first time she babysat for us, but it was only for a few hours. She did play some games with the kids and made a light lunch but when she babysat again, the house was a mess! And my son was sleep on the floor instead of his bed when we got home. She also canceled a...

- Raquel D.

Abbey H.

5.0

We never hired a nanny before so we were scared to do so. Abbey came by to meet us beforehand. She was very punctual, flexible and especially sweet and loving to our 4 months old baby boy. Thank you Abby! If we are ever in the USA with kids we will definitely book Abby again!

- Liesbeth D.

Catherine S.

5.0

Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and great at calming them down when they are worked up. Not only that but she enjoys playing with them and doing activities with them as well!

- Jade M.

Muriel C.

5.0

I highly recommend Muriel for watching children, including those with special needs. Muriel has been kind, patient, and understanding while caring for my two boys, one of whom has special needs. She has shown attentiveness in ensuring the safety and well-being of my children, and demonstrates a...

- Jeff H.

Brandi O.

5.0

Brandi is very good with children. She is patient and very caring, she even goes above and beyond her regular duty to help out. She is the best nanny I have ever had, if it wasn't for this pandemic I would still be employing her.

- Samanthia C.

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