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Michelle B.

Teacher & Mom | Full-Service Care: Childcare, Tutoring, Special Needs, Senior Support & Home Help

Crown Point, IN

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$11/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
With 20 years of dedicated experience, I find true fulfillment in fostering a positive impact on children's lives. My background includes Early Child Development coursework, which informs my patient and calm approach to care. I am comfortable managing up to four children across all age groups, from infants to pre-teens. Whether...
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University Park, IL

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$60/hr
3 years experience
I am a Registered Occupational Therapist who specialize in providing individualized and family-based therapy to children with special needs. My therapy expertise includes sensory-based activities and techniques, cognitive behavioral therapy, developmental treatment, and much more. I have been servicing children diagnosed with...
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Crown Point, IN

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Morgan, and I have over 7 years of experience working with children of all ages. I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and currently work in a school, providing one-on-one support for children with special needs and behavioral challenges. Before that I worked at a daycare and was babysitting for family...
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Crown Point, IN

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a newly retired pediatric nurse. After 43 years of working full time with children I am really missing those connections. I am very comfortable with autism and special needs. I'm also comfortable with pets. I am a very active, on the go senior!
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Schererville, IN

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Mam of 13th year 13th-year-old girl, married, religious, hardworking, traditional, appreciates traditional family values, loves working with kids. Have a strong medical background, and can work with kids with special needs. Looking forward to meeting you.
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Peotone, IL

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$15/hr
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
Hi! I have tutored in the past and love working with kids and pets! I can help with housework and transportation as well :) I also recently got my paraprofessional license to help out with special needs children. Feel free to message me!
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Part - Time

Crete, IL

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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am looking for someone that is in need of my assistance. I have experience helping all types of ages with different backgrounds. I have a reliable transportation and love pets! I am a very positive person, and I can take on several task at a time. I am easy to talk to and love doing crafty things.
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University Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
I have been employed with the State of Illinois as a mental Health Technician, Human Services Caseworker, Executive Secretary, and a Staff Development Assistant over the course of 30 yrs. I have a Bachelor's in Human Services Management, Some Graduate courses in Psychology-- 1/2 way to Masters. I have various...
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Experienced Caregiver

Chicago Heights, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I'm a hard-working Lady who is passionate about providing quality care for all my patients. I can care for all diagnoses and I provide all services. I would love to work with you. Thank you
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Really Care About All These Wonderful Kids

Crown Point, IN

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$8/hr
10 years experience
For years I worked as a substitute paraprofessional and substitute teacher. Love working with all these wonderful kids.
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Steger, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hi ! I have my license to work in schools as a teachers assistant. I currently am in college and each semester is different for me, resulting in me trying to work outside of schools. I have 5+ years working with children who have special needs. 5+ years babysitting. 5+ years dog, cat, horse, and house sitting !
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Crown Point, IN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have 6 siblings I helped raise and now have three beautiful Daughters of my own as well as have worked as a teacher and worked at a daycare. I also have provided Respite services for families who have children with special needs for 10+ years
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Certified Nursing Assistant

Steger, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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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Crown Point, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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 condition, behavior or, appearance -Accompany client on walks, community...
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Crown Point, IN

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I worked as a nanny for three years during high school, providing care for three children between the ages of 6 and 11. In this role, I managed daily routines, transported them to extracurricular activities, and provided academic support, including tutoring the youngest child. I also have experience supporting children with...
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Doctorate Student With Compassionate, Safe, & Energetic Care!

Schererville, IN

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$19/hr
1 year experience
I'm currently a 26 y. o Doctor of Physical Therapy student at UIC with clinical experience in pediatrics, including special needs care and NICU. I absolutely love kids with a passion, hence I love and enjoy taking care of children! I am full of energy and compassionate care- your children would without a doubt enjoy their time...
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Steger, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as fun, entertaining, empathetic and reliable! I will treat your children, elderly family members, animals, and family as my own! I am a graduate from South suburban college with my degree in Occupational therapy. I have 5+ years in child care, as well as experience in helping/ caring for the...
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Crown Point, IN

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I care for my husband with dementia. He also has cystic fibrosis and diabetes. I am raising a daughter with Special Needs. Looking for part time or full time hours. I'd describe my personality as funny, kind, and very patient. I like caring for seniors because spouses and other caretakers need support. I understand the stress...
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Crown Point, IN

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$13/hr
7 years experience
Hi! I am a fun loving, patient, and reliable person. I work as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant in the local school systems. I have 8 years of experience working with preschool and school aged children. In my spare time, I enjoy being with my Fiancé and spoiling my miniature goldendoodle, Winston. I am looking for a part...
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Experienced & Compassionate Caregiver

Crown Point, IN

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I have almost 10 years of experience working with children, most of which have been as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) working directly with children with developmental disabilities (including but not limited to diagnoses on the autism spectrum, down syndrome, and ADHD) and physical disabilities (including but not limited...
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