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Jaimie F.

Libertyville, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
I have years of experience in working with the special needs community. I am currently the Executive Director of a special needs program in Glencoe for adults. I have also worked as the head assistant of the transition program at NSSED. My passion is working with people that have disabilities. I'm kind and caring and willing to...
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Lincolnshire, IL

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$20/hr
Dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
transportation
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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Mundelein, IL

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
personal care
I have 13 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation , Bathing , Housekeeping, medication administration , special care , special needs assistance. I had great work reference from families who employed me. got Annual non medical service workers training certification. All Trust Methods of...
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Northbrook, IL

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$25/hr
I'm a caring and patient caregiver who enjoys supporting individuals with special needs. I focus on creating a safe, positive, and comfortable environment where each person can thrive. Families can count on me to be dependable, compassionate, and respectful.
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Ioana D.'s Photo

Wheeling, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
home modification
transportation
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Bringing a 15 years of experience in senior care, I'm passionate about enriching the lives of adults and seniors. My husband and me had a Residential Care Home in Chicago suburbs and move that here in Colorado for 4 more years. We have excellent references. Now I'm available to do a Home Health Aide . I offer live-in care,...
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Vernon Hills, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Companionship
dementia
personal care
home modification
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Cary & I love working with others to create engaging experiences through an environment that fosters safety, creativity, curiosity, & kindness. I have incredibly strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality, maturity, a very high emotional intelligence, & an unmatched sense of integrity. Other...
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Bilingual Neuroeducational Educator

Libertyville, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
My personal and professional experiences have uniquely prepared me to be a strong candidate for this position. I've worked in the education field for over a decade across Peru, Spain, and the U. S., with a focus on neurodiversity and inclusive practices. I founded and directed a neuroeducational center in Peru, where I developed...
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Wheeling, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced mother who has cared for two special needs children. My daughter had cancer at 9. My son was speech and language delayed, LD, and has ADHD.
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Care Provider To All And A Music Lover!

Mundelein, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
My name is Maggie, and I am currently looking to assist in any home that may need help! I have a degree in Music and History education from Western Michigan University. I have been working for the past 8 years doing many jobs including substitute teaching, tutoring, special education teaching assistant, and even as a vocal...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Lake Zurich, IL

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$15/hr
I plan on attending Physician Assistant school in the future and have been working as a personal assistant to adults with physical disabilities for the past 2. 5 years. Specifically, I have worked with one individual with Cerebral palsy and two individuals with Spinal muscular atrophy. I find this job to be incredibly...
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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
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Prospect Heights, IL

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Ive always been interested in helping others in any way I can. Im working as a caregiver/companionship. I have experience assisting with medication, dressing, feeding and toileting and other needs. I am energetic, passionate and hard working.
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Mundelein, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with emotional, mental, physical and medical special needs. I can take care of kids or adults. I have experience with epi pen, insulin, feeding tube, non-verbal, autism, wheel chairs, and hoyer.
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Northbrook, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a nursing care technician in a hospital working night shift, so I am available for short hour care visits. Experience wise, I've had a lot in this field of care service. Also have experience with Special Needs clients, Cerebral Palsy, etc..
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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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Nurturing And Kind

Deerfield, IL

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$25/hr
12 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello everyone! I am currently 26 years old. I have 12 years of experience. I have been a nanny, babysitter, camp counselor, site director, program director. I am in school to be a social worker. I have experience working with all kinds of special needs as a I was a program director for a special needs program. I am CPR...
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Glencoe, IL

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
Upon graduation with a Masters Degree in Special Educatipn from Thr George Washington University, my passion for child development and my desire to positively impact young lives led me to become a teacher for children. My patient and friendly nature allows me to build strong relationships with children and their families. I...
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Compassionate Nanny

Wheeling, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hello! My name is Alexandra. My husband and I relocated to Etowah from Denver, CO in May of 2022. I have spent many years working in child care. I started in middle school babysitting in my neighborhood. As a young adult I worked in daycare and taught preschool. This led to me working as a nanny for many years. I have worked...
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Lake Bluff, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
+ 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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Wheeling, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I am the mother of two adult children and have worked in Social Services since I attended college. I have my BA degree in Psychology. I taught both a teen and adult enrichment program for Developmentally Disabled clients for more than 5 years. I worked in a school as an aide for one on one care at an Early Childhood school as a...
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