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10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
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Hi there! I'm seeking the opportunity to work with a family to help manage the needs of their children while offering a warm and welcoming environment for them to learn and grow. My experience comes from babysitting for friends, and family. I'm the oldest sibling and that alone comes with many responsibilities. From changing...
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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Hi! My name is Macy. I am available starting July 25-August 20th Monday through Friday every week for daytime child care. I would also be happy to help and babysit nights or anytime during weekends. I have 8 years experience in childcare and am a certified paraprofessional as well currently working with special needs students....
Companionship
hospice services
dementia
errands
light cleaning
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My name is Francisco. I am a CNA with over 10 years of experience in hospitals, nursing homes, hospice, and home care. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, a non-smoker, and CNA licensed in Illinois. I am 6 feet 2 inches tall and strong, able to safely assist with mobility, transfers, and lifting. I have worked with ALS...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
light cleaning
errands
home modification
live-in home care
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Hello! Are you looking for elderly care provider in the northern and northwestern suburbs? I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 20+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time, or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have excellent North Shore...
Irene K. says "Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on,...
Over the last 18 years, I have worked with adult and children who have developmental disabilities. This includes one on one settings, as well as group settings. My job is to ensure the safety and well being of all individuals with whom I work and care for. Additionally, I create programs to assist with community integration.
I...
Care Member says "Karyn deserves more than 5 stars! She worked with our severely handicapped adult daughter who required feeding, diapering, showering and medications....
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses.
As a public school teacher of many...
Ann D. says "Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time...
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I was taken care of for elderly people and people for special needs for more than 3 years.
I am a very compassionate and caring person.
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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Hello everyone!
I am currently 26 years old. I have 12 years of experience. I have been a nanny, babysitter, camp counselor, site director, program director. I am in school to be a social worker. I have experience working with all kinds of special needs as a I was a program director for a special needs program. I am CPR...
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5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I am looking for part-time or full-time nanny roles or babysitting positions. I am a college student, so willing to work with my schedule or be flexible is a plus. I can help cook, clean, help with homework, errands, etc. I have experience with all ages, from newborns to pre teens. I am also looking for pet-sitting and...
Care Member says "Olivia communicates well before and during the job. She is prompt and follows instructions. She genuinely shows an interest in getting to know the...
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Rebecca and I am an experienced nanny with over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including newborns, children with special needs, and multiple children simultaneously. I am a confident and safe driver and can assist with school drop-offs, appointments, and activities.
I am passionate about engaging...
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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Hello! My name is Megan. I am 23 years old. I am a high school teacher with over 10 years of experience working with kids. love working with kids and I have babysat 12 families in my hometown. I have babysat toddlers, children, preteens and teenagers. I also have babysat children with special needs. I am known for being...
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Dementia
respite care
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Compassionate & Professional Caregive. Children, Seniors & Special Need.
My name is Natella I have 12 years of experience as a psychologist, and working with children brings me great joy. I am very familiar with the Montessori method and focus on activities that support creativity, social skills, and attention. I especially...
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I worked in one of the nursing homes for a year. I have been working with several home health agencies since 2010. I also worked some private duty caring for young people with special needs.
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
Bringing eight years of experience working with children aged one through 16, including kids with special needs, I foster a nurturing and imaginative environment.
I am patient, calm, and an excellent problem solver. I enjoy playing board games, puzzles, and educational games that promote learning. I'm comfortable caring for...
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- $15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm a student at Lake Forest College and I am on the pre-med track to become a doctor. I have experience working with kids as well as various ages of students with special needs! Being a special needs student peer has been an amazing experience! I have also coached preschool and elementary level soccer programs. I enjoy...
Craft assistance
meal prep
I am a junior in college majoring in special education. I am looking for a summer nanny position.
For the past 6 years I have had experiences working with children and helping them grow, and I'm eager to bring that same experience to your family!
I am patient, compassionate, and responsible. I'm comfortable with enforcing...
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I've been working with kids of many ages ranges from for 7+ years. I am a very organized and compassionate care taker and have always loved caring for children ever since I was young. I am able to drive, am CPR and lifeguard certified and I am also a nursing student with clinical experience. I have experience working with...
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am originally from Poland and currently live in Wheeling with my husband and our two daughters, ages 6 and 8. I have my own car and a clean driving record, which allows me to be reliable and flexible. With over 17 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs, children with autism,...
I am a behavior analyst and I can assist your child with behavioral issues in the home. I am caring and easy going. Please let me know if I can help!
Companionship
hospice services
dementia
home modification
mobility assistance
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Hello! My name is Cary & I love working with others to create engaging experiences through an environment that fosters safety, creativity, curiosity, & kindness. I have incredibly strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality, maturity, a very high emotional intelligence, & an unmatched sense of integrity. Other...
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The average post rate is $22.33/hr as of May 2026
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Laimute B.
Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant...
- Irene K.
Karyn L.
Karyn deserves more than 5 stars! She worked with our severely handicapped adult daughter who required feeding, diapering, showering and...
- Care member
Lauren G.
Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it...
- Ann D.
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