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I'm a 15+ yr reliable nanny. I have 10+ niblings and serve as a mentor for 6-17 yr olds. I'm skilled in providing attentive loving care for infants - adults. I create a warm, welcoming, inclusive, educational environment while facilitating fun, engaging activities!
I love to learn, teach, explore, + have fun indoor/outdoor;...
Akua W. says "Loving demeanor towards everyone and especially children. Has lots of experience with small children and babies. Willing to ask questions when she's...
Meal prep
light cleaning
I have 6+years of experience in foster care at SOS Children's Village in Lockport. I have fostered approximately 30 children, and loved the experience and my foster families. I recently moved back to Chicago in September of 2022. Before moving back to Chicago I was a member of my church in Joliet for 17 years and I was involved...
Care Member says "Cynthia is a compassionate, loving and fun caregiver. She was the first person outside of family to care for our daughter when she was 6 months old....
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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...
Leslie G. says "Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we...
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- $18/hr
4 years experience·
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Hello Parents!
I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
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8 years experience·
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ROSAURA
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Certified Nursing Assistant since 1998. Specialize in Dementia, Parkinson's, MS and Austism. Working homecare since 2015
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A. B
02/21- Present
Personal Support Worker
Help around his apartment
Errands, Walks
M. H
09/2019-Present
CNA
Companionship, ADL, Groceries, Errands
Custom Home...
Natalie S. says "Rosaura helped me with wound care after I had to have an emergency surgery. I had an abscess removed from my tail bone and had to have surgical packing...
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I have worked with special needs at risk children for 21 years.
I now currently am an educational assistant in an elementary PreK-2nd grade building for 7 years. I enjoy helping children and love to see them enjoy learning.
I also have current certification for CNA, phlebotomy, EKG technician and have provided home health care...
Renee K. says "Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families."
As a mother of a child with special needs I have experience caring for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, Emotional Disabilities, Opposition Defiance Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder. I am employed by Chicago Public Schools as a aide for children with special needs and by the Chicago Park District as an Inclusion Aide...
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I am an experienced childcare provider with a wide range of skills specializing in newborn and toddler care. I have worked with children of all ages for over a decade and pride myself in my intentional, empathetic, and patient approach. I have experience with preemies, multiples, and children with special needs (autism, ADHD,...
Holly B. says "Haley seems great with children. We hope to have her as an occasional date night sitter and back up nanny! "
I have worked through DCFS in a foster home, with children ranging from 5 months to 15 years old. There were many different special needs involved. I worked there for 5 years.
I enjoy this type of work because children are loving and sweet and teach us something new every day. The appreciation of life is greatly increased in...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Available for respite care, weekend, overnights. I have been a licensed IL foster parent and have worked with 2 children that suffered from Fetal Alcohol syndrome and another who has ADHD as well as depression/anxiety. I have worked at an institution where I gained experience with immobile children, Batten disease, Charge...
Jennifer V. says "Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our training. And she...
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Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...
Care Member says "Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."
Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care
Willowbrook, IL
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10 years experience
Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....
Care Member says "Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management ,...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been working with special needs children and adults for over 25 years. I taught drama to developmentally disabled adults and taught or tutored most school subjects to elementary, teen, and adult learners in classrooms, homes, non-profits, and tutoring centers. I have earned masters degrees in middle-secondary education and...
Jennifer W. says "Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We...
I'm a certified Preschool teacher and have hours in training and certification for assisting children with special needs ranging from autism to physically disabled. I enjoy story time, puzzles, drama and arts and crafts. I am flexible and reliable. Hope that I can be a great fit you and your family.
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I am a practicing registered nurse with 2. 5 years of experience. I enjoy spending time and assisting those with special needs. I am CPR certified and vaccinated against the Flu and COVID.
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As a dedicated caregiver with several years of experience, I have provided compassionate, personalized care to individuals of all ages, including seniors and those with special needs. My responsibilities have included assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management, and mobility...
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I am the oldest of 4 children. My youngest sibling is very seriously handicapped both mentally and physically. I spent the majority of my teens taking care of my siblings and cousins. I'm used to caring for multiple children at once as well as children with special needs. I'm loving, kind, responsible and fun. I'd love to be the...
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Making a difference in someone's life is why I became a paramedic. For the past 13 years, I've worked in private and public paramedic positions. I am compassionate, friendly, and detail-oriented. I provide transportation, run errands, shop, and prepare meals. I adapt to changing routines, de-escalate stressful situations, and...
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Hello! My name is Tricia and I'm a Mother to 2 wonderful children as well as a nanny, a teacher aid, ECT board member and a child photographer. I have great references, and over 20 yrs of experience watching children. I was a teacher aide in Elmhurst on and off for 4 yrs. I was a nanny for two incredible girls for 7 years, for...
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
My name is Nikki. I am a SAHM with my 13-month-old son (9/24 birth). I have 2 other children that go to Mann school (K and 2nd).
I am currently looking to add some supplemental income for our family. I am open to a few hours of child care during the day, pet care/walks or running errands for you! I am also available for sick...
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Brittiney B.
Loving demeanor towards everyone and especially children. Has lots of experience with small children and babies. Willing to ask questions...
- Akua W.
Cynthia H.
Cynthia is a compassionate, loving and fun caregiver. She was the first person outside of family to care for our daughter when she was 6...
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Michael S.
Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the...
- Leslie G.
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