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Sidney O.
Harvard, IL
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I have been working in the special needs field for a little while now. I enjoy the learning, and watching the adult/child's progress. Its a great feeling to help someone! its a wonderful job I enjoy, and meeting new people is just something I really love.
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My name is Signe and I am 25 years old, and I recently moved back to the area. I am a LPN and returning to school to complete my RN degree. I have nannied consistently over the past 10 years and worked a full time job the past 4 years as a pediatric nurse. I have experience nannying from 6 weeks old up to 15 years old, as well...
Ava S.
Hebron, IL
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
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Hi, I am Ava! I am 22 years old.
I am the oldest of 6 siblings ranging from the ages of 20 to 3 years old. I have ample experience caring for newborns and toddlers and experience providing care for babies and toddlers with special needs (my youngest brother is vision impaired, epileptic, and has neurological issues that require...
5.0
"Ava is very responsible and caring. She is truly excellent with challenging kids and they love her! "
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Chelsea B.
Sharon, WI
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
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Hello I am Chelsea! I have chosen care giving as a career path. Caring for those in need brings my life so much joy. I like working directly with a family because I believe being a good care giver is also developing a relationship with my client and their family so they feel comfortable with me and the family can be at ease...
Katlyn E.
Hebron, IL
$13-18/hr
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I have been a personal caregiver for 3 years now. Not certified but know the schools books like the back of my hand. I have most experience with brain injuries and epilepsy or other seizures. I used to work for the IDHS but then got a factory job doing other such things. I miss taking care of people and I'm about to start school...
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Hi everyone! I am a positive, energetic, and responsible young woman who has been caring for kiddos periodically since the beginning of my high school years, including having worked with special needs kiddos at a summer camp. I am currently a graduate student at Colorado Christian University, studying Clinical Mental Health...
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Alexis S.
Walworth, WI
$15/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have cared for people of all ages and backgrounds in various formal and informal settings. I have experience assisting patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia working for the county in a nursing home. From there I worked with kids as a Nursery Coordinator in my church while nannying/babysitting and attending school for Special...
Valerie R.
Spring Grove, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(6)
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I am a mom of 2 grown sons and a young, energetic grandmother of 7, ranging from 2 years to 15 years old. I have many years of experience caring for babies, toddlers, and adolescents. I have experience tutoring 6, 7, and 8th graders with IEP's. I also have extensive skills required for special needs and can perform various...
5.0
"Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came through 100% and the kids love her. She stepped in and took grandma's place...
Reviewed by Alyce L.
Kamila P.
Crystal Lake, IL
$20-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
3.0
(1)
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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...
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...
Reviewed by Raquel D.
3.6
(5)
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I am the mother of a 19 yr old son, a 26-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 6-year-old boy. I have over 15 years babysitting and Nanny experience with all ages as well as special needs care. I find joy in helping children learn and grow. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, going to parks and taking nature walks. I am...
5.0
"Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her."
Reviewed by Shannon C.
Jessica W.
Woodstock, IL
$13-18/hr • 10 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...
5.0
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Hello! I have over 10 years of experience as a paraprofessional for students, behavioral disorder students and students with special needs. I am a mother of 3 adult children and 3 grandchildren. I have been a part time nanny for 1 1/2 years to a wonderful family with 4 children. I have also cared for children at Grand Geneva...
5.0
"Mary Jo was a wonderful babysitter for our little 11 month old girl. She arrived early and was super flexible as we were staying in a hotel room so there were some logistics to figure out. She took my daughter...
Reviewed by Ria S.
Sophia D.
McHenry, IL
$10-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! I am interested in your care job!! I have 14 years experience taking care of children of all ages. Also special needs kids. I am CPR certified and I have taken college courses on early child development and early learning. I am very out going and have alot of energy. I love being outside, teaching, and exercising. I'm...
5.0
"Sophia is great. She provides my daughter and all the other kids lots of attention and care. There are a lot of toys for all ages and her home is always clean. My daughter loves going to her house and even...
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Jessica W.
Woodstock, IL
$15/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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Currently I work as a Caseworker for adults with intellectual disabilities. Over 7 years in the field from a camp counselor to a Direct Service Professional to a QIDP (caseworker) I have learned from them and taught others how much love in life can be given from them. My goal for those I support is not only to care for them but...
Karen R.
McHenry, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Honest, Personable, Responsible, Compassionate And Dedicated Caregiver /Nanny For Six Families
4.6
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My first experience as a childcare provider is when I was a young teenager. Later, I worked with special needs children as a bus driver and teaching assistant for eight years. I have worked with families who had infants, preschool and school-aged children as a nanny since 2011. I fully enjoy being a nanny and I am in excellent...
5.0
"Karen is very nice and has a vast range of experience in a variety of areas. She babysat our 2 1/2 year old boy for a week during the day when we were in the Lake Geneva area. She was very good at taking our...
Reviewed by Ian G.
5.0
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I'm interested in your position! My name is Lauren. I am 29 years old. I was previously a full-time nanny for a family of 4 kids, ages 5 months, 2 years old, 12 years old and a 14-year-old with special needs. Most recently I was a full-time nanny for a 2. 5-year-old girl and 15-month-old boy. I was with them for close to 3...
5.0
"Lauren interviewed with me and I hope to hire her to nanny for my 3 month old. She arrived to the interview on time (even a few minutes early) was professionally dressed and was very considerate and respectful....
Reviewed by Ashley D.
5.0
(1)
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Hi my name is Rhonda. I am CNA Certified and also have my certificate in dialysis. I have been doing home healthcare for the past 8 years. I recently cared for a gentlemen that's wheelchair bound and has heart, renal and diabetes. I transfer him from bed to wheelchair, to bathing, to dressing, prepare and serve meals, check...
Norma M.
Crystal Lake, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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I have cared for children with autism and Down syndrome, ADD/HD. I worked at School District 95 Special Education Department.
5.0
"Norma is the best! Very professional and helpful with our special needs son. "
Reviewed by Scott G.
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I have more than 25 years experience of working with all age categories patients including cerebral palsy, autism, mental development, diagnosis associated , dementia, diabetes, cancer patients, ALS, MS, autoimmune disorders. I am available for 4 days per week assignments.
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I have worked with special needs children as a special needs bus driver and summer school teacher's assistant for eight year. I have a cover letter and resume that I will bring to an interview. Thank you.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Harvard, IL
Ava S.
5.0
Ava is very responsible and caring. She is truly excellent with challenging kids and they love her!
- Care member
Valerie R.
5.0
Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came through 100% and the kids love her. She stepped in and took grandma's place without skipping a beat. We are very lucky to have her in our lives.
- Alyce L.
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.
Dawn C.
5.0
Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her.
- Shannon C.
Mary Jo N.
5.0
Mary Jo was a wonderful babysitter for our little 11 month old girl. She arrived early and was super flexible as we were staying in a hotel room so there were some logistics to figure out. She took my daughter to a nearby playground and sent lots of cute pictures! She also put her to bed and shared...
- Ria S.
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