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Gabriela A.

Lake Bluff, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I love to help others that don't have the strength and/or ability to care for themselves. I got certified & licensed as a nursing assistant in 2019. I enjoy learning new skills that can help me and others. I also want to continue my path in the medical field. I have special needs members in my family who I care for at times....
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Lake Bluff, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sam and I've been babysitting since I was basically a kid myself! I love kids and was a nanny the past two summers for a young special needs girl. I have experience babysitting newborns and multiple children at a time! I also worked as a caregiver at the after school daycare for St. Mary's Primary School. I'm...
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Lake Bluff, IL

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
Bringing eight years of experience working with children aged one through 16, including kids with special needs, I foster a nurturing and imaginative environment. I am patient, calm, and an excellent problem solver. I enjoy playing board games, puzzles, and educational games that promote learning. I'm comfortable caring for...
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Lake Bluff, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as kind , compassionate and enthusiastic. I like caring for seniors because I love to be there for people in need . Seniors are so special I love being in their presence. I'm looking for a job that is rewarding in its own ways . Like the smiles from a senior while they reminisce about their lives...
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Great Lakes, IL

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My name is Sofia , and I'm honored to have worked as a full-time nanny for the past 7 years. I have experience working with multiple kids at a time, including twins, newborns, and kids with special needs. Before becoming a nanny, I worked as a Behavioral Therapist for two years, where I learned valuable techniques to...

Athena R. says "Sofía es una persona muy puntual y responsable de su trabajo, ocasionalmente cuida de mis tres hijos. durante el tiempo que ha estado con ellos ha...

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Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I have been babysitting since I was in 6th grade. I have also worked in a daycare (specifically the infant room), worked at a special needs summer camp, and have taken many child education courses at college. I am a self designed major at Carthage, however I have completed 3 years worth of education classes. I love...

Jess P. says "Mia is amazing!! She is great with kids of all ages (mine are 3, 8, 11). She always finds fun activities for each kid. Mia is punctual, responsible, and...

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Theraputic Nanny

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses. As a public school teacher of many...

Ann D. says "Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time...

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Full Time Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family. About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...

Margaret D. says "Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two...

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Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
home modification
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! Are you looking for elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 20+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time, or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have excellent North Shore...

Irene K. says "Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on,...

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Personal Care Assistant 25 Years Exepinced With Special Needs And Seniors

Waukegan, IL

5.0(0)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Autism , Down syndrome , multiple personality disorders, g tube feedings , CP, special feeding , Dementia , alhimerz , Parkinson's , 26 years experience and verifiably references available.
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Part-Time Child Care Provider

Libertyville, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I am a Mom of three children ages 25, 22, and 12. I have many years of experience in childcare though our parish and school, along with volunteering with children with special needs in the area of Adaptive Water Sports. I am also a foster parent and adoptive parent.
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Mom Of 3 Boys

Waukegan, IL

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$17/hr
Light cleaning
carpooling
I am a mom of 3 rambunctious boys 5, 3, and 1-year-old. I work part time as a special needs bus driver and looking to make some extra money. I enjoy working with children look forward to helping families in need of child care.
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Waukegan, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a 50-year-old mother of two wonderful adult daughters, ages 35 and 26. Caring for children has always been a big part of my life--both as a mom and through years of volunteering in my community, especially with children and adults with special needs. I believe in providing care that's safe, loving, and filled with...
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Part Time Babysitter/nanny

Libertyville, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been babysitting since I was 13, and if I wasn't then I was watching my younger brother. I always have loved hanging out with little kids and getting to spend time with them. In high school, I volunteered with children for several years. My first year I worked with special needs kids and taught educational and cooking...
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Libertyville, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
visiting nurse
personal care
dementia
companionship
I have extensive background in senior care, long-term care, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation, special needs children and adults. I am a patient and enthusiastic person with flexible hours throughout the Summer
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Gurnee, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Compassionate and experienced. Have previously worked in hospital settings, nursing homes and developmental disabilities centers caring for people with special needs.
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Lincolnshire, IL

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$22/hr
Hi there! I am Sarah. I am a college graduate. Some of my hobbies include walking, drawing, creativity, math, being in nature. I have experience taking care of children for over 10 years and tutoring adults as well as kids for over 10 years as well. I am a fast learner, compassionate caregiver, patient, kind and gentle. I will...
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Experience Care Giver

Waukegan, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Experienced care giver. I have 4 children. One who is adhd and is autistic. Ive taken care of older adults. Services as cooking, cleaning, medication, bathing, and shopping. Looking for Part time work. If you have any questions feel free to DM me.
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Love To Help

Mundelein, IL

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Tend to special care need child before and adults . I am a mother and all children love to care of children . Attentive to detail and have referrals.
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Lincolnshire, IL

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$20/hr
Respite care
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
Compassionate & Professional Caregive. Children, Seniors & Special Need. My name is Natella I have 12 years of experience as a psychologist, and working with children brings me great joy. I am very familiar with the Montessori method and focus on activities that support creativity, social skills, and attention. I especially...
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Sofia Z.

Sofía es una persona muy puntual y responsable de su trabajo, ocasionalmente cuida de mis tres hijos. durante el tiempo que ha estado con...

- Athena R.

Mia M.

Mia is amazing!! She is great with kids of all ages (mine are 3, 8, 11). She always finds fun activities for each kid. Mia is punctual,...

- Jess P.

Lauren G.

Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it...

- Ann D.

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