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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
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
travel
+ 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
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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A Passion For Youth!

Lake Bluff, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As the eldest of my 3 siblings & usually the designated "mother" of my friend groups, I've always enjoyed being in a position of leadership & care. My ability to deeply empathize with others & connect with my own childlike qualities puts me in a position to care for others with precise consideration & understanding. I've worked...
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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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Special Needs Caregiver

Waukegan, IL

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
2 years experience
Thank you for taking interest in my profile. Please feel free to reach out to me so that I may elaborate further on my experience and capabilities. Here's just a small glimpse of my general experience as a special needs caregiver. Exceptional experience in providing care to all special need children and adults. Huge knowledge...
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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
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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
Live-in home care
errands
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! Are you looking for elderly care provider 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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Waukegan, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. With three years of experience, I've found immense fulfillment in supporting families and making a positive impact on young lives. My approach is patient and calm, and I always follow your preferred communication method to keep you informed about your child's day. I'm...

Care Member says "Elbia is a wonderful person and we trust her completely with our children! She’s been taking care of our 3 boys for over a year. She’s someone who loves...

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Highland Park, IL

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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Macy. I am available on weekends only! I have 8 years experience in childcare and am a certified paraprofessional as well currently working with special needs students. Please feel free to message me with any questions
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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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Vernon Hills, IL

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I'm a mother of two! One of which is special needs. I've been a parent for over 10 years so I have lots of experience with children of all ages. With a career dedicated to working with developmentally disabled adults and a personal life as a special needs parent, I offer a level of care that goes beyond basic babysitting. I am...
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Waukegan, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
travel
+ 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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Waukegan, IL

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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I've been working with kids for over 8 years, including 4 years as a long-term nanny. I truly love being part of their growth and building a strong bond with the families I work with. I'm patient, caring, and easy to communicate with. I like to keep parents updated in a simple and clear way, and I always try to create a safe,...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Highwood, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I am a teaching Assistant at a school with children who have special needs, and am looking for some extra work in the afternoons or early evenings to help out your family! My interests include watching and playing sports. Any outdoor activities i. e. going to the park, the beach, the pool. Arts and crafts, board games, cooking...
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Part Time Babysitter/nanny

Libertyville, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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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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Care Giver

Waukegan, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
personal care
respite care
home modification
I am an accounting graduate with strong experience in both caregiving and childcare, including part time work supporting adults and individuals with special needs, and nearly two years as a SPED paraprofessional and Teacher assistant with Gurnee District 56. I hold a current CPR certification and am trained to provide safe,...
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Early Childhood Teacher Available For Babysitting

Mundelein, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I am a mother of 4 and grandmother to 1. I have experience babysitting infants through teenage. I have had CPR training. I have also worked as a preschool teacher. I was in charge of up to 20 4-year-old. I have experience with epi-pen, nebulizer, physical and cognitive disabilities. I also have experience with insulin, sugar...
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Vernon Hills, IL

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$30/hr
2 years experience
My name is Shelby, I'm a 27-year-old social worker at a residential treatment facility. I currently work with developmentally delayed teenage boys with mental health disorders and behavioral concerns. I started caring for others with babysitting 13 years ago and have done it on and off since. I have also worked at 2 elementary...
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  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of September 2026

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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.

Jill K.

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...

- Margaret D.

Laimute B.

Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant...

- Irene K.

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