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Anna S.

Recent Stanford College Grad Happy To Help!

Hinsdale, IL

from: $15/hr

8 years experience

Hello! My name is Anna and recently graduated from Stanford University. I am open to help babysitting, house-sitting, odd jobs, and a variety of other requests. I have a lot of experience with children and am very comfortable with infants. I also have experience with children and teens with special needs. I was a camp...

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Maryam G.

Hinsdale, IL

from: $23/hr

8 years experience

Hi, My name is Maryam, Mary for short. I am an experienced Special Needs Caregiver that enjoys assisting individuals in need. With 8 years in the field of home health services and special needs classrooms, I've gained the knowledge and skills to properly care for elementary aged students and the elderly. I take pride in my work...

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Daniela R.

Hinsdale, IL

from: $18/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

Hi! I'm an experienced childcare provider who genuinely loves working with kids. I hold an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education and am currently working toward my Bachelor's in Elementary Education. My background includes 4 years as an Instructional Aide, 3 years of ABA therapy, and a year of full-time nannying for a...

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Alejandra O.

Hinsdale, IL

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

Grocery shopping

meal prep

travel

swimming supervision

I love being with kids and watching them grow and learn every day. I've spent the last three years with my host kids, and I love them like my own sisters. My host family is moving to Florida, so I need to find another family or a new job to pay for my studies I started working with kids almost 10 years ago. I studied Social...

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Hakima H.

Experienced Nanny Available

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

20 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Carpooling

grocery shopping

meal prep

light cleaning

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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Terry G.

Lemont, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

Experienced caregiver for children, elderly, and pets - patient, reliable, and nurturing. Hi, I'm Therese! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, elderly adults, and pets. I'm calm, compassionate, and highly dependable. Experience includes: • Special needs care (nonverbal autism, ADHD, sensory needs,...

Katrina J. says "We hired Terry to watch our two Doberman's while we were out of town for a week. She was amazing and took great care of them! We loved that she kept us...

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Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

10 years experience

Errands

light cleaning

transportation

meal prep

Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...

Care Member says "Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."

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Emily T.

Franklin Park, IL

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

12 years experience

Carpooling

grocery shopping

meal prep

swimming supervision

light cleaning

My passion for nurturing young minds and my positive experiences in babysitting inspired me to become a childcare provider. With over 12 years of experience caring for children of all ages, up to 11 years old, I have honed my skills in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. I pride myself on being patient,...

Care Member says "Emily was our nanny for almost 4 years, starting in fall of 2020. We have two boys that were 1 and 3 years old when Emily started with us and now...

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Miriam T.

Energetic Nanny

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 14 families in your area

Grocery shopping

light cleaning

travel

Hi there! I have been a full-time nanny for about 15 years now. My experience is from premature babies to middle school-aged kids, also kids with special needs. I am very patient and a loving person. Love to be outdoors, doing activities, singing, reading and dancing with kids. I have my own car willing to use to transport kids...

Erik W. says "Miriam did great watching our 1 year old daughter. She can be a little shy and before I left she was already comfortable with her. Miriam was great."

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Katerina V.

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

Live-in home care

personal care

visiting physician

Hi, my name is Katerina, mom of 2 teens living in Lombard. I am highly organized, patient, trustworthy, motivated, multi-tasker with a pleasant, positive personality ready to help you with personal care, light cleaning, organization, running errands, shopping, taking you to appointments, companionship and ANYTHING else that...

Kj W. says "Katerina is always upbeat and has a positive attitude. She's hard working, punctual, and very reliable. She has a family of her own and brings those skills...

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Dania G.

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(0)

from: $18/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hello Parents! I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...

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Tracy O.

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Franklin Park, IL

5.0(0)

from: $10/hr

5 years experience

I have worked through DCFS in a foster home, with children ranging from 5 months to 15 years old. There were many different special needs involved. I worked there for 5 years. I enjoy this type of work because children are loving and sweet and teach us something new every day. The appreciation of life is greatly increased in...

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Virginija S.

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

Willowbrook, IL

5.0(1)

from: $21/hr

10 years experience

Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....

Care Member says "Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management ,...

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Elizabeth F.

Happy Helper

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience

Carpooling

travel

grocery shopping

meal prep

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

Hello! My name is Elizabeth. I am a energetic, loving nanny who absolutely adores children! I have a passion for child care and love helping families! I aim to bring positivity, love, and creativity into the house of my nanny family. I do my best to go the extra mile. I love finding age appropriate activities to do with my...

Elaine F. says "Elizabeth was great with our children! She helped out with homework and was always finding new things for the kids to do! She has a great personality and...

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Todd M.

Reliable Special Needs Provider

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I've been working with special needs children and adults for over 25 years. I taught drama to developmentally disabled adults and taught or tutored most school subjects to elementary, teen, and adult learners in classrooms, homes, non-profits, and tutoring centers. I have earned masters degrees in middle-secondary education and...

Jennifer W. says "Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We...

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Alexis S.

Berwyn, IL

5.0(0)

from: $17/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...

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Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

30 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Craft assistance

light cleaning

swimming supervision

travel

meal prep

I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant- 5 years... I have 20 years in teaching, & 30+ years working with...

Care Member says "Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6...

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Maureen M.

Patient and Loving Mom available for ALL your Childcare Needs

Oak Park, IL

4.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Available for respite care, weekend, overnights. I have been a licensed IL foster parent and have worked with 2 children that suffered from Fetal Alcohol syndrome and another who has ADHD as well as depression/anxiety. I have worked at an institution where I gained experience with immobile children, Batten disease, Charge...

Jennifer V. says "Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our training. And she...

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Cori F.

Special Needs Caregiver

Darien, IL

4.7(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 21 years. I now work as an assistant at the Elementary level K-2 grades. I am a certified CNA, Phlebotomists, EKG technician. I have provided home health care for 19 years.

Care Member says "She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done. "

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Amy D.

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(0)

from: $25/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I'm a certified Preschool teacher and have hours in training and certification for assisting children with special needs ranging from autism to physically disabled. I enjoy story time, puzzles, drama and arts and crafts. I am flexible and reliable. Hope that I can be a great fit you and your family.

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Hakima H.

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...

- Jeff H.

Terry G.

We hired Terry to watch our two Doberman's while we were out of town for a week. She was amazing and took great care of them! We loved that...

- Katrina J.

Branndi C.

Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of.

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Hinsdale, IL

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Available Now in Hinsdale!

Anna S.

Recent Stanford College Grad Happy To Help!

Maryam G.

Daniela R.

Alejandra O.

Hakima H.

Experienced Nanny Available

Terry G.

Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Emily T.

Miriam T.

Energetic Nanny

Katerina V.

Dania G.

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

Tracy O.

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Virginija S.

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

Elizabeth F.

Happy Helper

Todd M.

Reliable Special Needs Provider

Alexis S.

Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Maureen M.

Patient and Loving Mom available for ALL your Childcare Needs

Cori F.

Special Needs Caregiver

Amy D.

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Hinsdale, IL

Hakima H.

Terry G.

Branndi C.

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