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Ms Addy

Maple Park, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Retired school bus driver 25 yrs. CNA & Private Duty Care 10 yrs. Homework Help & Tutor for 7 yrs. Laundry Help & Lite Keeping 7 yrs. Transportation extra $20/day
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Happiness For Me Is Defined By Serving Others And Making A Contribution In This World .

Elburn, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hospice services
light cleaning
errands
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello I am looking for the opportunity to serve your loved one and family with the most dignity and respect and kindness one has to offer. I have my associates in science towards nursing . I also have extensive background serving special needs , elderly , and home bound. I enjoy this work. I do believe this is my calling . I...

Care Member says "She was a 24/7 caregiver for my husband on hospice. She was devoted to his care, turning him, tending his meds, taking vitals and she helped me with...

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DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a recent college graduate from NIU. I have experience caring for children of different ages. I have worked with a wide array of children from newborns to 13-year-olds. I have experience working with children who have special needs/disabilities. I majored in Art and English receiving two bachelors degrees. If you...

Jade M. says "Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and great at calming...

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Brief Description of My Experience With Special Needs Children

Elburn, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with children with special needs since I was a child when my own mother got involved with children with special needs. My mothers brother that was Down's Syndrome and we cared for him. I also worked with and autistic teenager for 3 years. While in Asia during 2004 when the Asian Tsunami occurred, my husband and I...
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Sycamore, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
Hi, I'm Anaïs! Providing children with a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment is my passion. With years of childcare experience, personal and professional, I have cared for kiddos from infancy through 11, including those with autism and special needs. I believe children thrive through a balance of structure, patience,...
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Lala C.

DeKalb, IL

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$16/hr
4 years experience
My name is Lanetta , I go by Lala. I have a little over 7 years of babysitting/nanny experience. I've worked with children of all ages and all abilities and disabilities. I am loving, patient, kind, and have a passion for caring for children. I am currently an elementary education major at Northern Illinois University! As for...
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Part- Or Full-time Caregiver Available

DeKalb, IL

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I did respite care for a boy with ASD and have experience working with children with severe disabilities.
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Best Sitter On The Block!

DeKalb, IL

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Abbey, I'm 19, and I'm from Chicago! However, now I call Columbia home since I'm studying Psychology! I'm also working on minors in both Spanish and Human Development/Family Science. In my life, I've had TONS of experience babysitting, pet sitting, and house sitting. Back at home I worked for families with...
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Nanny

DeKalb, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Hi, my name is Beth! I am looking for a summer nanny position from June to August of 2015 and am open for occasional date nights as well. I started babysitting when I was 12 for the kids in my neighborhood. In high school I worked in a camp ground during the summer doing activities with kids. After high school, I nannied for a...
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Helping Our Unique Friends

Sycamore, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I am a certified teacher and am licensed to have children with special needs in my classroom. My step-brother is autistic, so are his friends that come over. I have had experience with a variety of disabilities, from EBD, Downs Syndrome, Autism, cerebral Palsy, and more. I do believe that every child is different and cannot be...
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DeKalb, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
With a warm heart and expert hands, I bring over 8 years of dedicated teaching experience to the table, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Child Development and Family Studies. My journey has been enriched by over 12 years of nurturing as a babysitter and nanny, where I've honed my ability to create a safe and engaging...
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Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My 16 years of experience and background in education have equipped me with the skills to create a nurturing environment where children thrive. I believe in open communication with parents and regularly provide updates about...

Stephanie B. says "Chelsea has always been a very responsible person. From a very early age she has exhibited leadership qualities whether it be with her friends,...

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Part Time Caregiver

Geneva, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
I am currently an Early Childhood Special Education teacher who has worked with both typically developing children and children with additional needs including autism, social communication disorder, down syndrome, speech delays, developmental delays and OHI.
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Been Working With Children Of All Ages For More Then Ten Years

Elgin, IL

4.5(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Professional Nanny & House Manager Dedicated, nurturing, and highly experienced childcare professional with over 18 years of hands-on experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers, including multiples and children with special needs. CPR and First Aid certified, I specialize in creating safe, engaging, and...

Care Member says "Nicole has always been amazing with the kids and very helpful and accommodating! She’s been able to help us in a pinch and is so sweet! "

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Warm And Patient Childcare Provider Available For Full-time Or Part-time/occassional Care

Hampshire, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Worked 4 day weeks as a Nanny for 5 years with child diagnosed within Autism Spectrum with some developmental delays. Child was 2 1/2 - 7 1/2 years old during this period. Also cared for younger sibling who was 2 years younger and required standard care. Continued occasional date night care through now, children are now 13 and...

Rhonda H. says "Sherry has been amazing with our family. She I'd the only person outside of immediate family that we've allowed to watch our ASD child! She is wonderful...

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Nanny

West Chicago, IL

4.3(1)
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$10/hr
8 years experience
Travel
Hello! My name is Jackie, I am 21 years old and currently live in West Chicago! I have been a nanny for the past year and a half, and have babysat for different families since I was 12 years old, including various ages from newborn to teenagers along with different special needs. I speak English fluently and took 6 years of...

Gabriella C. says "Jackie was so helpful! I always came home to a clean house with dishes done and the vacuum ran. She came up with fun games for the kids to play. She...

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Nanny/Babysitter

Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a fun-loving recent college graduate who loves working with kids! I have been babysitting (paid/unpaid) for about 9 years. I have a very large family so I have experience with a wide age range from newborn to 14. I love to meet new people and build relationships. In high school I taught a preschool class through the child...

Christina H. says "I was looking for a childcare provider, as needed for back-up when my mom was not available to help out with my 4 year old daughter, A. I found...

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Caring Experience For Your Peace Of Mind

Warrenville, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
In my spare time, I like to hang out with my husband and my 2 boys. We love the outdoors and all types of animals. One thing you should know about me is I have dedicated my life to caring for others in child care, the special needs community, and animals of all types. My skills include all aspects of child care, from baby to...
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Geneva, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Will! I have 6 years of experience working with kids in many different settings. I have experience babysitting, working at 3 summer camps, 2 years of after-school care, working in a 3rd-grade classroom, and volunteering with kids with special needs. I really enjoy working with kids and making sure they are safe...
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Hard Worker, Reliable And Fun

Elgin, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, I worked at a daycare center for 7 years with children from ages 6 weeks old through 5 years old. I was a nanny/babysitter for over 20 years, and worked with children from ages 6 weeks old through 18 years old. I've worked with children with special needs. I've worked with twins and triplets. Children bring a lot of joy and...
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Susan E.

She was a 24/7 caregiver for my husband on hospice. She was devoted to his care, turning him, tending his meds, taking vitals and she helped...

- Care member

Catherine S.

Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and...

- Jade M.

Chelsea B.

Chelsea has always been a very responsible person. From a very early age she has exhibited leadership qualities whether it be with her...

- Stephanie B.

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