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Lasondra R.


Lansing, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

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I've worked with hearing and speech impaired. I have also care for developmentally delayed adult and children. I have experience dealing with mental health problems.
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Tashea R.


Lansing, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

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As a special needs caregiver, I work with children with special needs and their families to provide care in the home. Working as an extra set of hands for their parents, your duties are to work with a treatment plan for the child that outlines the help they require, including socialization, bathing, dressing, feeding, and...
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Lasondra R.


Lansing, IL

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

CNA- Home Healthcare Provider

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I've been caring for seniors, and children with special needs for over 20 years. I treat people the same as I would like to be treated, with respect, dignity, and care.
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Nichole W.


Chicago Heights, IL

$20-31/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...
5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated...

Reviewed by Care member

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Kimberly J.


Chicago, IL

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
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Dalia M.


Chicago Heights, IL

$12-18/hr2 yrs exp

Teacher And Babysitter!

5.0

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I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
5.0
"Very professional, you can tell that Dalia is very passionate and caring when working with children. It was great that she was also an educator and my kids loved learning from her. No family could go wrong with...

Reviewed by Juan C.

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Asia B.


Flossmoor, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Strong Passion For Children And Families

5.0

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First, I would like to thank you for viewing my profile. I am pleased to tell you that I am a personable and reliable nanny with 10+ years' progressive experience in providing child care and early childhood development. I worked as a Lead Teacher with all age groups at a daycare for 4 years all whilst nannying for multiple...
5.0
"Asia is a very compassionate and caring individual. She was a companion for my 91 year old mother that was recently diagnosed with dementia. She engaged my mother in conversation and activities. They had...

Reviewed by Mary W.

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Keairra M.


Calumet City, IL

$18-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

3.7

(3)

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I have been watching kids for a 9 years now. I love having playtime with kids. I am good at putting kids down for bedtime. I am also great at working with special needs children, have lots of experience and great references. I am 29 but I think that's what makes me a great nanny because I can connect with the kids on their...
5.0
"We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the girls adore her. This is our first week with her but so far it's been a...

Reviewed by Nicole B.

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Ruth A.


South Holland, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant!

5.0

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Afordable and quality care provider!! I I have many references, CNA, CPR and DSP certified! Very reasonable many employment references , in the nursing of Illinois registry, fingerprinted in all 50 states, certified have very great reliable transportation! Fully vaccinated also!
5.0
"Very good about the patients needs"

Reviewed by Diane M.

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Yasmeen F.


Highland, IN

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter & Smile Creator

5.0

(3)

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My name is Yasmeen I'm a full time nanny with 7 years experience working with children ages 8 months to school age. I worked in ABA for 4 years as an RBT, 2 years in a classroom with kindergarten & 1st graders & this past year as a full time nanny with children ages 8 months to 7 years old. I've taken several classes in early...
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Kimberly R.


Thornton, IL

$16-20/hr7 yrs exp

Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment

5.0

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I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...
5.0
"Kim has been watching my 3 year old son since he was born. I hired her on the spot. She is a wonderful babysitter with a strong work ethic and provides excellent care for my son. In 3 years, she has never...

Reviewed by Colleen C.

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Patricia B.


Park Forest, IL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Sitter/ Companion-Certified Nursing Assistant

4.0

(3)

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I've Worked Hands On With Special Needs Children in a School Environment and Adults As A Sitter While Hospitalized. My Special Needs Experience With Children Was With Primary Age To Intermediate Age At A. E. R. O, ECHO And SPEED Special Education, From1997 To 2000. I Worked As A Sitter from 2015 to 2019 At St. James Hospital For...
5.0
"She does a great job with my daughter, very kind."

Reviewed by Julia O.

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Jasmine M.


South Holland, IL

$17/hr8 yrs exp

Jasmine M.

5.0

(3)

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I love children. This is what I am going to school to pursue. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy...
5.0
"Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is great with him as well. Definitely recommend."

Reviewed by Catearina C.

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Shannon H.


Munster, IN

$24-28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Occupational Therapist With Grown Children

5.0

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I recently stopped doing clinic work but would like to continue providing care a couple days a week. I'm available as a backup or special event sitter, as well as, part time two to three days per week. I'm an Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience working with newborn children all the way to 100 years old. In addition,...
5.0
"Shannon has been a part of my family for 15 years. She is an amazing person and incredibly trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone to serve your family."

Reviewed by Care member

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Kaylie T.


Griffith, IN

$15-18/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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About myself & my philosophies for child care: *Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education *Past experiences include: one on one pre-K teacher, daycare Pre-K teacher, mothers helper, nanny. *Home is the first and most important classroom. I focus on emotional learning and problem solving along with the basics. *Learning...
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Kimberly J.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

This Is My Passion

5.0

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I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...
5.0
"She's an angel. Caring and kind."

Reviewed by Jasmine W.

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Lakeia P.


Crete, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
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Heather M.


Steger, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

5.0

(2)

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Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide include but are not limited to...
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Jenna R.


Munster, IN

$5-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!

4.5

(4)

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I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...
5.0
"We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "

Reviewed by Maria W.

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Bryancka J.


Crete, IL

$20-34/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I always make my client feel as he/she is no different from others. I have been working in the health care field for five years. I love what I do. I am very compassionate. I am certified in CPR. I am certified by the state of Illinois. My qualifications include: -Meal preparation -Reporting changes in client's physical...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lansing, IL

Nichole W.

5.0

Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100% and look forward to working with...

- Care member

Dalia M.

5.0

Very professional, you can tell that Dalia is very passionate and caring when working with children. It was great that she was also an educator and my kids loved learning from her. No family could go wrong with having Ms. M. looking after their precious gems.

- Juan C.

Asia B.

5.0

Asia is a very compassionate and caring individual. She was a companion for my 91 year old mother that was recently diagnosed with dementia. She engaged my mother in conversation and activities. They had discussions that my mother loved. My mother not only had a caregiver that assisted her but a...

- Mary W.

Keairra M.

5.0

We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the girls adore her. This is our first week with her but so far it's been a great experience for our family! We hope to see continual growth and progress in the...

- Nicole B.

Ruth A.

5.0

Very good about the patients needs

- Diane M.

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