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Jessica H.

Loves Park, IL

from
$23/hr
19 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! I am a mom of three sons (Twins: age 19 & 19; a 14 yr old). I love taking care of kids! & I am an English teacher & English/reading tutor. I earned a M. A in 1999. I work at an after school kidcare at St. Bridget's School. I enjoy playing outside with kids, ex sports & swimming. Also, I like playing board games. I am...
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Part Time/Full Time Care giving

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have over 13 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities, and I have a strong passion for this work. As the eldest child in my family, I have had ample experience caring for infants and preschool aged children. Most of my experience is working with children and young adults ranging in age from 3 to 18+ years...

Kuenzi D. says "Jessica is a great employee! She is passionate, up-beat and a hard worker. She takes initiative and asks questions when she has them. She dies a great job...

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Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I've been with Care. Com three years. In that time, 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...

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...

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Compassionate, Great Communicator And Hard Working.

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
live-in home care
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!!! "

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Looking For Nanny/Mother's Helper Jobs!

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
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...

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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
Nurturing a child's natural curiosity and watching them reach new milestones is my greatest professional joy. With five years of experience caring for children ages 0 to 11, I provide a calm, creative, and reliable environment for your family. My background includes Early Childhood Education and coursework in child development,...
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Teacher & Former Therapeutic Recreation Assistant

Roscoe, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Prior to moving to Dallas, I worked as a therapeutic recreation assistant for children and young adults (ages 3-21 years old) in an after-school care and summer camp setting. I also have two years experience as a paraprofessional educator in a severe behavior needs classroom, grades 4 and 5. In addition to caring for children...
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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
My name is Kulakarn, an experienced, and caring nanny. I'm 26 years old. I'm looking for a part-time nanny position with healthy kids and kids with special needs. My Experience: • I helped raise my cousin's twins boy aged 5 months old. • I helped raise my nephew of brother-in-law aged 3 years old • I was one of the teaching...
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Rockford, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi l'm Cam! To tell you a little about myself, l'm currently a sophomore in college studying Education, so working with kids is something I'm really passionate about. I have experience with kids and enjoy doing things like games, crafts, outdoor activities, and helping with homework if needed. I'm also CPR and First Aid...
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Rockford, IL

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$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm Kaylee and I'm 27. I am organized, energetic, and love coming up with hands-on activities that entertain and teach. My ideal family would have children who will enjoy the company of my 7-year-old daughter who would be accompanying me to work during the summer! My schooling focused on early childhood development and...
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Rockford, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I love caring for children & babies , I am young but very intelligent & mature . I am extremely capable of doing any task at hand . I can adapt to any and every environment & I also have experience working with special needs individuals. I'd describe my personality as fun , honest , open-minded I like working with kids...
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Part-time Caregiver (special Needs, Errands, Light Housekeeping)

Roscoe, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been working full time in a special needs school for 16 years. I have a Master's degree in special education and currently work at a private school as a special education teacher. I also have prior experience as an ABA therapist, tutoring, housekeeping and as a nanny.
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Babysitter & Tutor | Behavior Technician | Special Needs Experience | CPR & First Aid Certified

Rockford, IL

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I'm a Behavior Technician with hands-on experience working with children, including those with special needs. I'm currently working toward my Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. I have extensive experience babysitting my nieces and nephews, and I've also interned and worked with children and youth in...
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I Love All Kids

Rockford, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have experience taking care of kids in my life as a young adult. I also have experience taking care of kids with special needs. ASD, ADD, ADHD, AND ODD.
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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Leah. I am a 27-year-old woman. Professionally, I worked at a High School for 3 years in the Special Education Department. In the 3 years, I worked with kids of many different backgrounds and needs. I have always had a giving personality and love to help people. I know it takes a cheerful and encouraging...
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Family Educator

Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I worked in a residential home serving children 6-19 that were wards of the state due to abuse and neglect. Most of these children were dual diagnosed with developmental disabilities as well has mental illnesses. My key areas were DD, ADD/ADHD, Autism, severe behavioral issues
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Experienced Nanny & Teacher

Roscoe, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a certified teacher with a passion for providing care to young children. I have experience in working with children 0-18, in both academic and childcare settings. I also have past experience in working with kids with special needs and providing therapeutic recreation services. My most recent family and I have been together...
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Special Educator

Rockford, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
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.
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Roscoe, IL

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$20/hr
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
meal prep
Hello! I am a certified teacher and professional nanny looking to extend companionship and care to the senior community. While I do not have a healthcare background, I do have previous experience working with individuals with special needs and limited mobility. I was also extremely close to both of my grandmothers before they...
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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Worked in a nursing home rehab center for 12 years took care of a wide range of patients with all types of disorders am considerate and patient enjoy helping people
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  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of July 2026

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Jessica I.

Jessica is a great employee! She is passionate, up-beat and a hard worker. She takes initiative and asks questions when she has them. She...

- Kuenzi D.

Lynn D.

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...

- Care member

Kimberly W.

Kimberly did a great job taking care of our step father and father. She was very caring and receptive to their needs!!!

- Care member

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