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Cara P.


Grayslake, IL

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

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I have 12 years experience as a pediatric nurse working emergency department, and help with special needs as well.
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Amy C.


Cary, IL

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

I am currently a special education teacher and I love it. I have worked with a variety of kids and adults with disabilities in many different activities.
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Ursula S.


Grayslake, IL

$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Helping Hands

Hi there, I'm Ursula. I work full-time in education as a Educational Sign Language Interpreter. I'm off in the summers and have availability during the weekends during the school year. I've worked with kids at school with a range of disabilities and also provided home care. Looking for weekend work now and more hours in...
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Suzana G.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr

Sami Retired Registered Nurse

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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Tracy B.


Ingleside, IL

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

I Have 5 Years Of Experience Taking Care Of Senior Citizens

I have 5 years in senior care. Dementa , showers . Dressing . I'm not a CNA ! I know everything to be a CNA. I have 10 years in special needs kids. I run errands. Take to the doctors. Light house cleaning. I'm a certified teacher assistant.
Tracy can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Sheryl Y.


Mundelein, IL

$15-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Love All Kids And Dogs.

I am currently driving kids with special needs and have done this for many years. My own grandson is on the spectrum and has ADD and ADHD. I have worked in the classroom as a substitute aide for SEDOL and know some basic sign language. I have been a school bus driver since 1992.
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Mary Chris B.


Algonquin, IL

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

15+ Years Extensive Experience In Providing High Quality Care To The Elderly.

With a Bachelor's Degree, Nursing Attendant and 20 yrs. of Caregiving experience in Elderly Care. I'm reliable and compassionate private duty caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations, maintaining and developing a strong rapport with a patient. Able to provide a number of services to...
Mary Chris can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, home modification, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Tracy B.


Ingleside, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Love Playing With Them. Do Projects With Them. Love Watching Kids Learn And Grow. Have Fun !

I'm a certified teacher assistant! I you definitely won't be disappointed. I love kids. I love watching them learn and grow. really means a lot to me . i'm fantastic with kids.
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Amanda F.


Barrington, IL

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part Time

I am a full time special education teacher in cook county. I just started my 5th year teaching and am still loving it!
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Violet B.


McHenry, IL

$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp

I currently work for NSSEO kirk school it is a therapeutic day school that helps students with multiple disabilities ranging from autism to non ambulatory medical needs. I work part time a few days a week and I would like something either on the weekends or one or two days a week in the evenings around 5:00 pm
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Ashley R.


Algonquin, IL

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter

Hi! My name is Ashley and I am looking for a family who needs nannying for the summer time! I am currently attending Optometry School in Texas at UIWRSO, but I will be back in Illinois from mid-may until mid-August. I have had the privilege of nannying/babysitting for 10+ families within the last 5 years, as well as teaching...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kayla R.


Grayslake, IL

$18/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hi, My name is Kayla! My experience ranges from newborns to teenagers. My experience also includes working with special needs children age ranging from newborns to up to 17 years old. I have been a date night, occasional or just a "sanity check" sitter for 5+ years. I work full time so I am only available evenings!
Kayla can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jessica R.


McHenry, IL

$17-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have worked with children with ASD for 3 years and have tons of experience with all ages. I have a master's in Special education and ABA
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Morgan M.


Wauconda, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part - Time Caregiver

I was Nanny to child with special needs from August 2018 to March 2020. I provided care for a 6-year-old with severe down syndrome Monday - Friday from 6-8 a.m. then again after school, 3-6 p.m. I would make and feed him breakfast, pack his backpack with bottles/ lunch, assist him with transportation on and off of the school...
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Alaina S.


Cary, IL

$15-18/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hard-working And Passionate

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was president of Educators Rising in high school and I am the current president of NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) at Illinois State University. I volunteered at the daycare in my church. I have babysitting experience with family and some family friends. I was part of Best Buddies for 4 years,...
Alaina can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Karen R.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Caring, Patient Professional Nanny

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.
I have a degree in special education. I was a special education teacher for 3 years and worked with non-verbal autistic students.
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Zofia G.


Mundelein, IL

$26-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 13 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation , Bathing , Housekeeping, medication administration , special care , special needs assistance. I had great work reference from families who employed me. got Annual non medical service workers training certification. All Trust Methods of...
Zofia can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, personal care
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Monica S.


Grayslake, IL

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver!

When I was in high school, I had been involved in the Special Needs department for almost 2 and half years! I was involved in a group called Peer Partners and helped the kids in their gym activities. Later on I ended up babysitting one of my favorite kids after school. He is non-verbal and suffers a unique form of down syndrome....
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Sophia P.


Barrington, IL

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Sophia P. I am a rising junior in college at Virginia Tech studying architecture. I love kids and have worked with them in the past in both babysitting and volunteering at a therapeutic riding center for special needs kids. I am patient, responsible, organized, fun and active. My schedule is very flexible (day and time)...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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