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Kelly C.


Manhattan, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

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I am a person who cares and has a heart, I currently donate and spend a lot of time trying to help project fire buddies.
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Marietta M.


Manhattan, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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I worked as a finance manager for 12 years before choosing to be a full time wife and mother for 23 years. To make learning fun, I volunteered as a Girl Scout leader (8 years), Sunday school teacher (5 years), room mom, soccer mom, dance mom, and little league softball mom. I am certified and volunteer (2015 - present) for...
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Morgan S.


Joliet, IL

$15-24/hr5 yrs exp

Fun, Creative Sitter & Love Kids

5.0

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Hi there! My name is Morgan, I have around 6 years of experience. I can help with anything around the house, including cooking, light housework (willing to negotiate if more help is needed), keeping kids occupied and entertained, and running errands if needed. I currently work as a house manager/nanny for a family in Darien with...
5.0
"Morgan helped my older son with homework when needed and assisted with remote learning schedules. She coordinated multiple schedules as each one of my 3 boys had different ones. She was always keeping them...

Reviewed by Vanessa F.

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Bonniejean M.


Mokena, IL

$21/hr9 yrs exp

"Joy Of Children"

4.6

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My personality: Joyful and outgoing. I'm a nurturer, caring and compassionate and patient. Great with kids! I love working as a Nanny. This is very rewarding for me. I help children build social skills and character as well. I like working with kids because kids rock! They are unique! Each and every one of them and they matter....
5.0
"Our two girls had so much fun with her! She is so bubbly and friendly that are toddlers easily warmed up to her. She is punctual, respectful, and goes with the flow- she cleans up after herself and after our...

Reviewed by Lindsey F.

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Yanira N.


New Lenox, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother

5.0

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I have nannied & babysat for several families. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my review from the previous family I nannied for. I am also a US Veteran and mother of two boys (4yrs & 19-month-old).
5.0
"Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others."

Reviewed by marvin D.

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Madison B.


Frankfort, IL

$25/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! My name is Madison and I am currently a senior at GVSU. I am 22 years old and will be graduating with my nursing degree in late April. I have been babysitting/ nannying for years now and am also employed at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago & work on the hematology/oncology floor. For the past 6 summers I have been a full...
5.0
"Madison has been working for us for the past three months, and she is fantastic! She has kept our four children (ages 2-8) happy and engaged all summer long. From developing a reward system for good behavior,...

Reviewed by Kaitlin O.

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Gina L.


Joliet, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Gina C Miller -Henry

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I am a retired special education teacher who made a career change to professional caregiver! I have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, ADHD/Autism, developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, mobility and bathing (Hoyer, gait belt, wheelchair), exercise (passive ROM, chair yoga), hospice care, and I...
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Lauren C.


Frankfort, IL

$20-35/hr9 yrs exp

Fun, Engaging, Highly Trained Sitter

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Hello, my name is Lauren, and I am 30 years old. I currently work as a paraprofessional in a special needs school with elementary aged children. Prior to that, I worked as a nurse for about 5 years. I have worked in the ICU, cardiology, mental health, and operating room. I am looking for something for occasional evenings or...
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Morgan S.


Joliet, IL

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Taught In Schools For 2+ Years

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Hi there! I've worked with kids of all ages with special needs in middle/elem school and within homes
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Abigail G.


New Lenox, IL

$15/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi parents, my name is Abbie ! I am 19 years old, I attend Loyola University Chicago where I am majoring in Special Education and a part of the softball team. I have lots of experience with kids, I have babysat many times and over the past 2 years worked in a special needs school! I am willing to do lots of activities with the...
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Patricia K.


Frankfort, IL

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver For Seniors Or Special Needs

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Hello my name is Tricia, I am currently a live in caregiver I have been at this job for three and a half years. I love my job and I love my patient she has suffer a bad Brain Aneurysm and requires 24 hour care. I am looking for a full time job with no weekends. The only reason I am leaving is I no longer want to live outside my...
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Kathryn B.


New Lenox, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Social Worker, Nanny & Tutor

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Hey there! Licensed social worker, looking for part time night/weekend jobs. I have over 10 years of babysitting & nannying experience with newborns-pre-teens. I also have 3 years experience as a Therapeutic Preschool Specialist providing group therapy for toddlers with trauma and/or behavioral reactions. Comfortable and...
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Susan S.


Joliet, IL

$35-48/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver:Adults ,Children Over 15 Yrs...

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Bilingual mother of two, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some of my love to others. Senior Caregiver 15 years , children over 24 years. Alzheimer, Dementia , Parkinson and special needs adults & children 10years. MS, ALS , Paraplegic and experience with hoyer lift.
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Nicole R.


Frankfort, IL

$14-30/hr6 yrs exp

Dependable, Compassionate Caregiver Familiar With Special Needs

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Hi! I am excited for the opportunity to provide care & assistance to those who need extra TLC. Though my main position has been either a nanny or tutor, while performing these roles, I was responsible for providing care to children (and one adult) with special needs ranging from ADHD, autism, apraxia, ODD, GAD, seizure disorder,...
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Holly H.


Wilmington, IL

$16-30/hr5 yrs exp

Professional childcare

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Thank you for stopping by . I am interested in working in special education and childcare. I have experience being a special education teaching assistant, a job coach and a personal assistant for individuals who have special needs. I have experience in ABA therapy as well . Please feel free to reach out to me if you are looking...
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Breena B.


Wilmington, IL

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

ABA Therapist

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I have experience working with children with both autism, as well as down syndrome. I have always had a passion for individuals with special needs and believe that they can accomplish anything with a little tweak in the functionality of a task or skill.
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Courtney F.


New Lenox, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 10 years of experience being a nanny and I have raised my own kids. Two of them have special needs so I have a very patient and nurturing personality. I love to interact with kids and teach through play.
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Kelly M.


New Lenox, IL

$12-18/hr2 yrs exp

Home care Supervisor

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I have worked in both special needs, as well as in home care as a supervisor. I have three years of experience, and want the best for your loved ones!
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Brooke K.


Mokena, IL

$22-25/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Nanny

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I have been caring for children since I was 14. I'm the oldest of 4 so taking care of kids has always come natural to me. Besides looking after my sisters and brother I have attained several nanny jobs over my 8 years of experience. I have nannied for children of all ages throughout the school years and for entire summers. I...
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Madison E.


New Lenox, IL

$20-22/hr2 yrs exp

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Hi, I'm Madison! I'm between jobs pursuing a career in public health. I have a degree from the university of Arizona and am hoping to go on to my masters program soon. I have been a care giver for many different people, all with their own uniqueness! The past jobs have taught me flexibility, time-management, patience and most...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Manhattan, IL

Morgan S.

5.0

Need a five-star sitter? Morgan is outstanding. She engaged with my two boys from the start, and they really liked her. She was early for her assignment, and went above and beyond to make sure things were good.

- Jeremy L.

Bonniejean M.

5.0

Our two girls had so much fun with her! She is so bubbly and friendly that are toddlers easily warmed up to her. She is punctual, respectful, and goes with the flow- she cleans up after herself and after our date night ran a little late. She was not bothered that we came home a little bit after our...

- Lindsey F.

Yanira N.

5.0

Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others.

- marvin D.

Madison B.

5.0

Madison is a wonderful nanny! Madison cared for our kids, ages 3 and 4 1/2, two days a week from September 2022 through May 2023 and we are SUPER excited to welcome her back this fall! Madison is very dependable, responsible, a great communicator, timely, trustworthy, and positive. She always keeps...

- April F.

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