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Learning Behavior Specialist Certified Special Education Teacher, Former Caregiver And Nanny
Joliet, IL
5.0(1)
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have had multiple prior educational and volunteering experiences working with children and adults with disabilities and baby-sitting as well as taking care of family members with special needs. My area of specialty is severe and profound. I worked my way through college as a nanny and caregiver through a company. I have an...
Lisa S. says "She is an awesome teacher who cares for her students and would do anything for them. She is dependable, reliable, and responsible."
Social Work Graduate, awaiting LSW.
Experience working with at-risk youth in crisis situations, and after-school settings.
CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified
Currently a Full-Time employee as a Qualified Mental Health Professional and Crisis/Outreach Manager.
Has own transportation.
Currently learning Spanish and taking classes, can...
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- $20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hello! I will be on school break December 16th - January 16th and will be in Joliet. If you're looking for some temporary help (1 month) on weekdays after 2 pm, feel free to message me and I will get back to you :) Thanks!
Things about me:
- 3+ years paid experience
- newborn/infant experience
- infant-teenage experience
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Cassandra B. says "Carolina was early and was amazing!!! My son wanted her to come back again tomorrow lol 10/10 says F. (5 stars)"
Bilingual mother of two, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some of my love to others.
Senior Caregiver 15 years , children over 24 years. Alzheimer, Dementia , Parkinson and special needs adults & children 10years.
MS, ALS , Paraplegic and experience with hoyer lift.
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- $17/hr
Hello! I am a speech pathology graduate student clinician from St. Mary's College. Excited to meet you and your family. I am home for the summer and I am looking for a job working with people with special needs to gain more experience as a graduate student clinician. I am passionate about making my care client centered and...
I'll been in healthcare since I was 21, I love what I do, I think it's my job to help others. I'll been trained hands on, in safety care, DSP, rule 50(rule and neglect). I have worked with the age range of 17 to 85 years old. I have worked for 3 other organizations in Joliet Illinois. I just moved back to joliet; I currently...
Hello! I am currently seeking temporary, part-time employment as a caregiver. I recently graduated with my masters degree in occupational therapy, and I am studying for my licensing exam. I know that many families are seeking long-term support, so I want to be transparent that I may only be available for 3 months (though...
Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs
Joliet, IL
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. I am hoping to find a family looking for household management, chef, nanny or even driver to simplify thier lives. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.
Hi, I'm Terri! I have 21 years experience caring/helping people with special needs. I have worked with low-high funtioning children- adults. In residential and in home settings. Helping people with special needs is my passion. I currently have someone on Monday and Wednesday. I am free to talk about other days..
Craft assistance
carpooling
I am a 55-year-old female with 12 years experience in childcare with excellent references. I am a mother of three with experience in newborns up to 12 years. I am a certified nurse assistant (CNA). I am a CPR certified and had worked in a special needs facility too for 3 years. I have a car with a valid drivers license. I am...
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
I am the second oldest of 9 in a large blended family, some siblings have special needs. I have babysat, taught Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, tutored in various subjects, and am certified as an Early Childhood teacher. As a teacher, I taught everything from birth to 6th grade. I love to read, knit, crochet, and a variety...
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
With 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment. My previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families. I am patient, creative, and approachable. I follow parents' preferred communication methods and...
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- $16/hr
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I have seven nieces and nephews whom I have babysat countless times. I'm very used to being around children as I have grown up around them. I love to watch them grow and be apart of those who teach them their shapes, colors and simply the world. There's nothing better then watching the newest souls discover what they love and...
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! I am a recent masters of occupational therapy graduate, and I am relatively new to the area. I am looking for any families that may need an occasional babysitter while I am studying for my licensing exam. I could also do weekdays, evenings, and occasional weekends. I babysat a lot for family friends in high school....
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- $28/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
Bilingual mother of two, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some of my love to others.
Senior Caregiver 15 years , children over 24 years. Alzheimer, Dementia , Parkinson and special needs adults & children 10years.
MS, ALS , Paraplegic and experience with hoyer lift.
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
Hey!
My name is Emily and I am 21 years old. I love to work with children. I believe that I bring a lot to the table as I am young, allowing me to have energy and creativity, but also have the experience needed to make a respectable caregiver. I am seeking a family I can be as helpful as possible to. I am willing to enforce...
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
As a childcare provider with five years of experience, working in early childhood education has equipped me with the skills necessary to care for young children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. I have earned my associates degree from Joliet Junior College, as well as obtained my paraprofessional license and substitute teaching...
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have been taking care of children since 1985. I have been a nanny all over USA until 2002. I decided to make a change and moved to Mainland China (Shenzhen) to teach English. Now I own a small kindergarten in Shenzhen. Because they do not accept or understand learning issues in children, our school gets many special kids. My...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
companionship
errands
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Hello!
My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...
Errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
hospice services
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Hi my name is Terri. I have over 23 years experience in senior care and caring for people with special needs.
My Experience includes, all mobility issues, hoyer lift, specialize in Dementia/ Alzheimer's disease. Bathing and showering. Was certified to pass medication.
I am caring, conscientious and kind. I have a great sense...
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The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
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