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Amber O.


Maple Park, IL

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny For Kids With Special Needs

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Hi! My name is Amber and I am currently a child and adolescent behavioral clinician in Rochelle. I am changing from full time to part time as I get ready to start my doctorate studies as an Occupational Therapist at UIC this fall. Because of this change, I am looking for some work, and that's why I'm here! I graduated from...
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Catherine S.


DeKalb, IL

$18-28/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

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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...
5.0
"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 them down when they are worked up. Not only that but she...

Reviewed by Jade M.

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Susan E.


Elburn, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Happiness For Me Is Defined By Serving Others And Making A Contribution In This World .

5.0

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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...
5.0
"Susan is an exceptional caregiver! It is obvious that she is passionate about caring for people, and I cannot Recommend her enough! "

Reviewed by Care member

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Brandi O.


DeKalb, IL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am 29 years old. I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and an Associates in Applied Sciences: Social Work from Waubonsee Community College. I have a wide range of experience with children of all sorts. I do have a background knowledge of children with special needs. My boyfriend's sister has Cerebral...
5.0
"Brandi is very good with children. She is patient and very caring, she even goes above and beyond her regular duty to help out. She is the best nanny I have ever had, if it wasn't for this pandemic I would...

Reviewed by Samanthia C.

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Maria D.


DeKalb, IL

$11-16/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Easy Going Babysitter

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I have been babysitting and working with kids since I can remember. I go home on weekends to nanny for families who have built a rapport with me over the years. I also work with special needs kids that I met from my job working as a behavioral therapist!
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Martha L.


Elburn, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Brief Description of My Experience With Special Needs Children

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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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Susan E.


Elburn, IL

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Mothers Right Hand

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I am mother of 5 , last of my Mohicans graduated '22 ! I'm a juggler of duties. I can cook and clean well. I love kids all kids! I would like to be a mothers right hand in my work . My experience lies in special needs work and elderly . I'm looking for a fresh perspective and little hands that bring smiles daily . Activities and...
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Madison P.


Sycamore, IL

$15-17/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Madison. I am 21 years old and attending NIU. I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I am in the Army National guard. I have nannied previously a 7-year-old and a 10-year-old. I also babysat a teen-aged girl with special needs and pet sat as well. Comfortable with pets and...
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Leanna R.


DeKalb, IL

$39/hr4 yrs exp

Child Psychology Ph.D. Student Seeking Caregiving Position - Knowledgeable With Flexible Schedule!

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Hello! I am a clinical child psychology Ph. D. candidate, taking a sabbatical to complete my dissertation. I love children and have lots of experience in childcare, in addition to my professional training. I have specialized knowledge in infant/child development, and supporting children with special needs. I've worked in...
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Courtney S.


Elburn, IL

$16-17/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Courtney and I currently work at an elementary school full time working as a building substitute. I am a very reliable and loving person:) I also used to work with special needs kids and will be starting my Master's Program in the Fall. I would love to come and meet your family and hopefully I can be the right fit...
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Sierra C.


Cortland, IL

$14-15/hr3 yrs exp

Educator In District 428 Making It Her Goal To Help With Kids Outside Of School. :)

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Hello! I currently work as a substitute paraprofessional in d428. I have worked with the Gen Ed and Special Ed population for 3 years. Just like the Gen Ed population, I find it very important to foster a safe and loving environment for children with special needs while exercising skills in patience and de-escalation. My...
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Beth M.


DeKalb, IL

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

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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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Ashley F.


Sycamore, IL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Helping Our Unique Friends

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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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Johnnisha H.


DeKalb, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

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I am currently a Residential Director at a non-profit Organization that service adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have spent the last 7 years as a caregiver for adults with disabilities. I am CPR and First Aid trained. I Provide them with the proper medical attention and make life possible for them.
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Ella J.


Sycamore, IL

$12-17/hr

Ella...

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Hello, my name is Ella.. and I am 18 years old. I am the oldest daughter of 8 siblings. I have a helpful mindset. I am very willing to do what is needed. Being around young kids often, I am very patient and love finding fun things to do.
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Tamara A.


West Chicago, IL

$11-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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I worked for help at home which was Lutheran social services prior to that I've worked with many different clients ranging from dementia and Parkinson's disease along with special need children I've worked for over 12 years
5.0
"A joy to have around. Does the little things that count."

Reviewed by Robert And Susan F.

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Abbey H.


Saint Charles, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Extremely Experienced Nanny

5.0

(3)

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Hi, I'm Abbey! I am currently in school to get my bachelor's degree in psychology, with an emphasis in child advocacy. I have been working with children for 10 years now. I have nannied, worked in daycare, worked with special needs, and have experience with newborn - teens.
5.0
"We hired Abbey for a date night, and she was perfect. She was right on time, despite there being bad weather conditions with a snow storm. Abbey executed everything perfectly on our routine list for our...

Reviewed by Jessica C.

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Candace W.


South Elgin, IL

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

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I raised my own children, my son (33) and my daughter (23). Over the past 20 years, I have served as a toddler teacher, and home-daycare provider, and served 4 different families as a nanny for the last decade. I also have experience working with people with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy working with...
5.0
"I have known her on a business and personal level. I was her manager at her place of employment. Candace is very flexible, caring, dedicated and loving. Candace was loved by all the families at the daycare not...

Reviewed by Karen Z.

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Mariah T.


Elgin, IL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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I am great with kids, I am 26 years old, I am very respectful , I am a hard worker, I am also very patient, I am very dependable you can count on me I can cook And clean and read bed time stories to your little ones , I have experience with all different ages and I even have 7 years of experience with the special needs...
5.0
"Mariah was a excellent nanny to our 3 kids. Shes very reliable and just great at everything she did. If we didn't move she would still be our nanny because she was family. I highly recommend looking into hiring...

Reviewed by Destany A.

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Sydney R.


Batavia, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Summer Nanny

5.0

(1)

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Hi! My name is Sydney, I am 24 years old and a student at the Chamberlain University. I am studying nursing with the goal to be a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. I am the oldest out of 3 and helped out a lot with my siblings when they were younger. I have a wide range of experience watching kids from infants to pre-teens as well...
5.0
"I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She frequently cares for my children (ages 4 and 7), and I have often observed...

Reviewed by Andrea W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Maple Park, IL

Catherine S.

5.0

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 them down when they are worked up. Not only that but she enjoys playing with them and doing activities with them as well!

- Jade M.

Susan E.

5.0

Susan was great. She did exactly what I needed and wanted, but left me the independence I wanted. I never felt pushed. I felt supported. She's a great asset!

- Care member

Brandi O.

5.0

Brandi is very good with children. She is patient and very caring, she even goes above and beyond her regular duty to help out. She is the best nanny I have ever had, if it wasn't for this pandemic I would still be employing her.

- Samanthia C.

Tamara A.

5.0

A joy to have around. Does the little things that count.

- Robert And Susan F.

Abbey H.

5.0

We never hired a nanny before so we were scared to do so. Abbey came by to meet us beforehand. She was very punctual, flexible and especially sweet and loving to our 4 months old baby boy. Thank you Abby! If we are ever in the USA with kids we will definitely book Abby again!

- Liesbeth D.

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