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Hi, my name is Jacquelyn. I am currently looking to work as a caregiver. I do currently work as a CNA. My biggest goal is to not only do my job, but provide a smile in the process. I think I will be a good fit for your family if given the chance.
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I'm Alexis, I am a hard working, dedicated, reliable, punctual, loving, responsible, and loyal person. I have 3 yrs of experience working with children who have disabilities/special needs ranging in age groups (k-8th grade). My job entitled feeding, changing diapers, lifting from wheel chairs, and standers to mats and...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been watching kids for a 9 years now. I love having playtime with kids. I am good at putting kids down for bedtime. I am also great at working with special needs children, have lots of experience and great references. I am 29 but I think that's what makes me a great nanny because I can connect with the kids on their...
Nicole B. says "We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the girls adore her....
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- $17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I love children. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy working with them very much. I have been and am...
Catearina C. says "Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is great with him...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
respite care
I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...
Jasmine W. says "She's an angel. Caring and kind."
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
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My name is Cyndy. I have 18+ years of caring for children, seniors. I do not mind light housekeeping or driving in immediate area. I have transportation w an excellent driving record. I have Great References. Have experience w diabetes, dementia, tbi special needs care and more. I am looking to fill my weekdays as I work...
Sara T. says "Cyndy is reliable, great with people, seniors, and children, kind, patient, honest, and really puts in 100% to what she enjoys doing!"
Light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
I have 30 years of experience in healthcare. I can help with Home Care - Light Housekeeping - Meal prep - Light Laundry - Medication Reminders - Helpful - Reliable - Caring - Certify CPR. I am a mother of twins (a boy and a girl). I have worked in healthcare for over 30 years, taking care of seniors, and patients with special...
Chris J. says "I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from Medication...
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- $15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Ive been working with kids for 3 years. I have worked with twins, special needs, newborns, etc. I am college learning about physical therapy. Eventually I want to specialize special needs physical therapy. I am fun, patient, responsible, and reliable.
Anne M. says "Cassie was wonderful. She was a part-time nanny for us for 2 years. My kids adored her and I loved having her around. She was always upbeat and truly...
I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
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- $23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...
Maria W. says "We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 4 years of experience as a summer camp councilor taking car of 10+ kids aged 5-10 for 2 hours a day four days a week. Recently, I had the honor of taking over as camp director for our summer drama camp which provided me with the opportunity to work with 42 campers alongside my staff. I had the privilege of being a part...
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm Nadia, 30, Chicagoland born & raised. 10+ yrs experience working w/kids- everything from babysitting to mothers helper to a FT live-in Nanny/House Manager. My caregiver style is very much a "family assistant" type, I do well in those roles, as that's what I've mostly done (as a HM). I own my own (reliable) vehicle, seats 5,...
Care Member says "Nadia loves what she does- she has a natural way with kids. "
I've been engaged in childcare since the age of 15, and my passion for working with kids has only grown. Currently pursuing a degree in Pediatric Nursing, it's a lifelong dream of mine to contribute to children's well-being. With a 4-year-old brother, I have firsthand experience understanding children. Throughout high school, I...
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm 31 years old have worked in a hospital for over 5 years I also have cared for kids with special needs for about 5 years but in a hospital setting I am fluent in Spanish and English I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages . Due to the pandemic I stopped working in a hospital setting because I have twin sisters that...
Alexandrith B. says "I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a part of the...
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- $22/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Michelle and I am 28 years old. Below is a few things about myself!
- 9+ years experience in the ECE Field
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certified
- Fully Vaccinated
- Non Smoker
- Clean Driving Record
- Infant/Toddler CDA
- Experience working with twins, children with special needs & sibling groups
- In addition...
Care Member says "Michelle was an amazing nanny to my little girl. She was nurturing, educational, structured and also incorporated our preferences. She’s extremely...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide
include but are not limited to...
Swimming supervision
travel
I have been caring for children since I was 10 years old, gaining experience with kids of all ages, including those with special needs. I'm comfortable managing multiple children at once and creating a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for them.
My approach to childcare is built on patience, creativity, and strong...
As a mother of a child with special needs I have experience caring for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, Emotional Disabilities, Opposition Defiance Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder. I am employed by Chicago Public Schools as a aide for children with special needs and by the Chicago Park District as an Inclusion Aide...
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- $20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am looking to help people care for their children while they are working. I am a mother of 3 grown children and I have been working with students with special needs for about 7 years. I have a big family and love being the fun aunt to my young nieces and nephews. We love to do crafts, go to the zoo, swim, plays games,...
Angela K. says "Janice has been with us for almost a year. She watches my 1 year old since he was a newborn while I went to work as a nurse. She is very flexible and...
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a fun, caring, professional and helpful individual. I have worked in the education field for the last 5 years with children ages 3-6. I have experience with special needs (Autistic) children, and children ages 2-15. I am a paraprofessional during the day as my full time career and am looking for additional income on the...
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Keairra M.
We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the...
- Nicole B.
Jasmine M.
Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is...
- Catearina C.
Kimberly J.
She's an angel. Caring and kind.
- Jasmine W.
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