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Fostering a child's growth and development is my true passion, and I am dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of the families I support. With 10 years of experience, I offer a patient, calm, and creative approach to childcare. I am comfortable caring for two children and am happy to assist with light housekeeping,...
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Caring for children is more than just a job for me. My older brother has special needs, and I've spent years helping care for him. This experience has instilled in me immense patience and a calm demeanor. I have three years of experience caring for children between the ages of 6 and 11, and I'm comfortable looking after up to...
My name is Devyn . I just graduated from Boylan High school! I have a lot of experience with children, and I love working with them! I have been working at Gigi's Playhouse for 6 years now, so I am qualified and comfortable watching children with special needs! I am very responsive to parents instructions. I'm a very positive...
Craft assistance
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light cleaning
swimming supervision
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a passion. For the past three years, I've dedicated myself to providing enriching care for children aged 0-11, with a special focus on toddlers. I find immense joy in fostering their development through creative activities, educational games, and active play, including...
Joel C. says "Alexandria was great with my kids, they love her so much, I would definitely hire her again. She is very professional, she has a fire science degree, and...
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Hello! I am a recent college graduate from NIU. I have experience caring for children of different ages. I have worked with a wide array of children from newborns to 13-year-olds. I have experience working with children who have special needs/disabilities. I majored in Art and English receiving two bachelors degrees. If you...
Jade M. says "Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and great at calming...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 27 families in your area
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light cleaning
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Hi there, I'm Alondra! A little about me: I'm a 27-year-old athlete I have my master's degree in psychology and I'm currently pursuing my PhD. I have 10 years of one on one care for infants and children with special needs/ feeding tubes, diagnoses ranging from autism, down syndrome, eating/mood disorders, etc. I have had the...
Cherelle G. says "Alondra was early and very personable. She perfectly organized the drawers and closet in my nursery with little to no direction at all."
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6 years experience
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I have a medical assistant background and I have done in home care and facility care for elderly and special needs. I can assist with daily functions of hygiene, feeding, mobility, companionship, as well as providing security, patience and compassion. I can help with maintaining your loved one's schedules and appointments.
Care Member says "Kimberly did a great job taking care of our step father and father. She was very caring and receptive to their needs!!! "
Since 2016., I have been a caregiver for a C6 female incomplete Quadriplegic, ROM exercises, bowel program, bathing and dressing. Light housework. All transfers in and out of the wheelchair done with a slide board. My daughter was born with a Grade II IVH, acquired Hydrocephalic and is mildly delayed. I had my Mother live in my...
Stuart W. says "Absolutely excellent caregiver. Good communicator, punctual and efficient, personable and thoughtful. We will always look to Paula for any future needs."
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10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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As a big sister of two little brothers, and a member of a large extended family (with lots of little cousins!), my love for kids has only grown over the years. Kids are my passion, and I always feel comfortable around them. I love to play, teach, and create with children, as I've always been a very creative and driven person...
Sarena M. says "Miranda is a super-sweet, down to earth, value-minded person and fun to boot! She is always on time (usually a few minutes early) and always happy to...
Light cleaning
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Hi there!
I'm Tatiana, and I've been working with kids for 3 years now. I started as a para at a school for students with autism in the kindergarten room and loved it. I work with students ages 5-8, including some with special needs.
In my spare time, I go to the gym and help raise my 8-year-old niece. I love open...
Care Member says "Tatiana did amazing with our daughter she loved her. She uses her own log to write down what they did and anything my daughter ate. She brought sheets...
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Hampshire, IL
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5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Worked 4 day weeks as a Nanny for 5 years with child diagnosed within Autism Spectrum with some developmental delays. Child was 2 1/2 - 7 1/2 years old during this period. Also cared for younger sibling who was 2 years younger and required standard care. Continued occasional date night care through now, children are now 13 and...
Rhonda H. says "Sherry has been amazing with our family. She I'd the only person outside of immediate family that we've allowed to watch our ASD child! She is wonderful...
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I've been with Care. Com for over three years. I've cared for several babies and children part time, as a fill-in, occasional or date night sitting. My background includes childcare, both personally and professionally, for years. I am told I am like another grandma for the children I care for. Caring for children is truly a...
Care Member says "Lynn has been with my family sense August and has been a huge part of my 2 and 4 year olds growth. She has nurtured and cared for them as if they were...
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
My name is Quinn and I'm new to Illinois from Texas. I have been both a private nanny as well as a preschool teacher. I can provide homework help and transportation to school aged children. I am comfortable with anything from meal prep to diapering and caring for sick children. I am CPR/AED certified in both children and adults....
Addison J. says "Quinn is a kind and thoughtful Nanny to our daughters. She kept them happy and entertained. She was always quick to step in and help me. She also cooked...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
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I have worked with children of all ages for the past 15 years. I worked as a paraprofessional (teacher's aid) for 12 years and then got my bachelor's degree in education. I currently teach students with special needs.
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13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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craft assistance
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I am a 51-year-old female available to care for your children. Children are one of the greatest joys in life! I have experience watching children ages 1 months to 12 years, as well as those with special needs. We love to play games, go on outings, watch movies, read books and do crafts. I have experience in child care, household...
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am dedicated to making a positive impact on the families I support. With five years of experience working with children of all ages as well as children and adults with special needs. I offer reliable, calm, and patient care. I am comfortable enforcing household rules while keeping our time together creative and fun. Whether we...
Hello! I am happy you are considering me. I am a credentialed special educator, working mainly with autistic teenagers and young adults, and providing guidance, support and safe environments. Please let me know how I can be of service.
I did respite care for a boy with ASD and have experience working with children with severe disabilities.
Hi my name is Cheryl, I have been a caregiver for 8 years. I have cared for all ages and all different needs including; paralysis, cerebral palsy and autism. Thanks!
I like people I'm hard worker
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The average posted rate is $28.00/hr as of September 2026
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Alexandra M.
Alexandria was great with my kids, they love her so much, I would definitely hire her again. She is very professional, she has a fire...
- Joel C.
Catherine S.
Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and...
- Jade M.
Alondra M.
Alondra was early and very personable. She perfectly organized the drawers and closet in my nursery with little to no direction at all.
- Cherelle G.
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