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I have over 7 years of experience with kids of all ages (from newborn to teenagers). I have experience with special needs as well as I used to work with autistic children. I have the following qualifications:
-CPR certificate
- Very good driver with a clean record
- Comfortable with swimming supervision
- Willing to work at...
Care Member says "Wonderful and an amazing person. Kind, generous and excellent with my daughter. First time mom and I had to go back to work but my daughter was in...
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- $15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have a lot of experience working with children! I have babysat many children and babies at once for years now and am very passionate about caring for them! I used to work for NWSRA last year which was working with special needs children. I also have tutored kids ages 6 and up! I have three brothers and over 30 first cousins...
Nicole O. says "We hired Kylie for the summer to take care of our infant son, she was beyond amazing! She always cared for him as part of the family and was flexible with...
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
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...
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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- $30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi, my name is Lara. When I was younger, my first job was working in an elderly home, and I've always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to caring for my own mother in my past, I have been working for a senior care agency this year as well as people from care. com. I am certified in CPR, First aid, CPI (from my...
Amaralys A. says "Lara was kind, helpful, and showed great concern for me after my hysterectomy. she continues to check on my recovery even after the job was complete....
Hospice services
dementia
respite care
errands
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I love working with elderly people and have worked in nursing homes and residential homes for students and elders. I am a registered teacher in special education and have experience with elders with Autism and any special needs. I love music and helping elders.
Hi, I'm a Preschool Teacher who love working with children. I'm caring, compassionate, reliable and hardworking. I have many years of experience working with children and people with special needs.
Meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
transportation
My name is Manita. I'm a mother of two children. I have been a caregiver giver for the past 15 years. I worked for Sunrise Senior Living for more than 10 years. I have a lot of experience working for seniors. I do personal care. cooking, cleaning, and more. l enjoy working as a caregiver. I also have many years of experience...
Hello, my name is Antonia I'm 58 years old I'm a mother of 3 kids and have 3 grandchildren. My current jobs are special needs school bus driver ( part time), and hairdresser. I have experience with babysitting my own grandchildren as of raising my kids as a single mother. I have a clean background, I speak Italian Swiss and...
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have 4 years of experience with special needs. I worked for the transitions program at Glenbard North high school for almost 2 years. At that program I worked with non-verbal, autistic, down syndrome, schizophrenia and much more. I am currently a special education Para educator for 6th graders in U-46 with a learning...
Hi! I'm Maria, and I'm the oldest of five siblings, so taking care of kids has been a big part of my life from the start. I've helped raise three of my younger siblings since they were little, which has taught me a lot about patience, responsibility, and how to handle just about any situation. One of my brothers has autism,...
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Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for. My three years of babysitting experience have shaped my desire to support families by providing reliable care. I am patient, calm, and happy to follow your lead in enforcing household rules.
I have a college degree and experience with special needs children. I'm...
I'm a dedicated nanny with 5 years of childcare experience, including 3 years in the U. S. I currently care for three children, including two with special needs, which has given me valuable hands-on experience in supporting different personalities and routines. I have experience with infants, toddlers, school-aged children, and...
Personal care
dementia
hospice services
respite care
I have been a caregiver working in senior care and special Ed for several years . I worked at Kirk school for 4 years with special needs children and . I was a caregiver to a special needs boy for 4 years while doing senior care in the morning . I also worked with children years ago and have college courses in early childhood
Meal prep
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light cleaning
transportation
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Hi, I've been working for 26 years as a nanny for the same family and for the past 10 years, I've been working as personal support worker with a special need daughter she's 31 so I have a lot of patient I've been helping with food preparation going out helping with dressing, propane, meals, bathing, plus I also help my neighbor...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Starla. I'm a Mom, mentor, teacher, Chef, and so much more. I begin caring for children at a very young age. I've worked with babies, toddlers, elementary ages kids, teenagers, I also have experience working with special needs kids. I provided childcare from home and nannied for several families. I'm fun, loving,...
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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...
I'm currently a DSP I work for a Company out in Des Plaines Illinois. I've been with my company for the last four years I'm currently looking for part-time work. I've been a DSP for the last 12 years working with children and adults with disabilities. I do everything from bathing feeding showers. I do pass meds I do transport I...
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Bringing over a decade of experience in senior care, I'm deeply committed to fostering independence and well-being in the lives of adults and seniors. My background includes some college education. I am CPR and First Aid trained. Compassion and empathy guide my approach. I strive to understand each person's unique preferences...
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I have 10+ years of experience caring for youth and teens with different abilities. I know I can take good care of your child. I've worked with kids, teens and adults on the Spectrum, as well as with Down Syndrome and other developmental and cognitive disabilities. My experience ranges from caregiving, to RBT, to being a Job...
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Leticia B.
Wonderful and an amazing person. Kind, generous and excellent with my daughter. First time mom and I had to go back to work but my...
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Kylie S.
We hired Kylie for the summer to take care of our infant son, she was beyond amazing! She always cared for him as part of the family and was...
- Nicole O.
Emily T.
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...
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