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Lianna W.

Cary, IL

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$27/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am actively seeking a nanny position, I have my bachelors in Psychology and am currently in my masters program to become a therapist. I adore children and have completed numerous Child Development courses at UofSC. As a lifeguard, I received CPR and First Aid Training. In the past, I have worked at a special needs preschool...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$10/hr
4+ years as Adaptive Physical Education assistant volunteer 6+ years as a buddy to students in Special Needs /Life Skills Program 1+ years as volunteer in Kids Club 1+ years as a mentor to Special Education choir students 2+ years as one-on-one buddy for Life Skills students
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
im Alvin 44 years old, live in Crystal Lake, 11years of caregiver. -took care of Alzheimer's for 3 yrs helping bathing, sponge bath, feeding, cleaning. -did take care of quadriplegic for 5 yrs lifting transferring, bathing, cooking, cleaning, driving, change catheter, errands. -also help old man stroke for 1 yr and half...
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Patient And Loving Care For Your Child

Crystal Lake, IL

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Kids and pets - I love them both! I'm hard-working, kind, fun, compassionate, punctual, and reliable. I've been working with children for the past 8 years - Special needs buddy, assistant to choir students, camp program aide, and routine babysitter. My experience with pets includes years caring for my own dog as well as friends'...
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Compassionate Caregiver

Wauconda, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
A compassionate caregiver (CNA) with a strong history in home health care. My expertise is genuinely caring for the seniors needing assist in everyday living . I am a quick learner, someone who is efficient and can multitask, a person who is reliable and dependable. My background experience consists of 13+ years of elderly care,...
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Round Lake, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been working with at the special education district of lake county with special needs kids ages 4-21 for almost two years. I am energetic, caring, and fun.
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I currently work as a case manager for adults and children with special needs. I have my bachelor's in social work. I am obtaining my masters in special education with a concentration in Autism. I have worked in a variety of settings: day program, group home, and ICF. I have also worked in a therapeutic autism school. I have...
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I'm Here To Help Your Loved One

Wauconda, IL

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$20/hr
9 years experience
My experience with senior care started with my grandmother. She was wheelchair bound with dementia. I used to take care of her out of her house and as she declined we moved her into my home. She was with me for over 5 years and I cared for her 24/7. Duties included companionship, feeding her, help with hygiene, transferring her,...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Is anyone looking for part-time reliable care for your little one(s)? You just found it! Have multiple children? No problem! My last position was caring for 4 children. A little about me: -Flexible start date -Can provide transportation -Background check available -Can provide glowing references -Pay rate is...
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Experienced worker for special needs children

Round Lake, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
I have been working full-time in the field of special education for four years. I also tutor part time for a child that needs NET training and I also run ABA programs. I have experience working with children who are diagnosed with Autism, Schizophrenia, Asperger's, BD, Down syndrome, and some with dual diagnoses. I have worked...
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Woodstock, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I am new to the nanny world but not new to child care. I have been a camp counselor for special needs children wand 2-year-old daycare teacher for 3 years. I have loved every second of it! Outside of work I am a senior at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champagin. Additionally, I am up to date on my CPR/First-Aid...
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Child Care

Wonder Lake, IL

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$17/hr
17 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I'm Amanda, a mom to 2 kids ages 17 & 12 and 3 large drooling fur babies 7, 6 & 2. They all keep me busy. In my free time I enjoy the outdoors, yard work, reading, playing bags, Uno and Yhatzee and enjoy a good cup of coffee! I currently work as a personal assistant/caregiver and have been doing it for over 17 years...
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Round Lake, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I have 2 years of experience working with individuals with mental disabilities. I primarily work with individuals diagnosed with ASD ranging from the age 3-30 years old. I hold positions as a DSP and behavioral technician. I am in the process of becoming a registered behavioral technician so I have experience with ABA as well.
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$16/hr
Very friendly. I'd love to meet u, I help my grandma as she got older and daily things got harder. I can help with cleaning , food prep, moving , shopping.
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
I like working with kids because I love to help them learn and grow!!! I started working with kids when I was about 12 years old. I now work as a preschool teacher for 3 years and counting! I have experience with children of all ages, as well as children with special needs. I am pet friendly and willing to work overnights.
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CERTIFIED CAREGIVER

Woodstock, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My hands-on experience covers all aspects of daily living AL'S with over 20 years of experience in and out of nursing care facilities and in personal home care setting I feel confident I bring professional and caring to each and every client and their specialized needs.. Entrusting me with your loved ones means they will...
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Wauconda, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Worked with children of all ages with different disabilities. Bachelors in Special Education and Masters in Early Childhood
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12 Hour Caregiver Available

Woodstock, IL

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$20/hr
9 years experience
I am an experienced CNA who is loving, kind, dependable and have worked for 3 years. I can cook, clean the house, help with dressing, help with toileting, transferring, range of motion, medication reminder, grocery shopping, help with showering, escort to doctors appointments. I am highly organized, dedicated and with a positive...
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9 Year Experience Being A Nanny In All Ages.

Round Lake, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Honest, loving, reliable and a God fearing individual. Receives goid and excellent reviews from previous clients. My Motto is "Let all your things be done with Love" 1 cor. 16:14.
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Cary, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I am currently a special education teacher and I love it. I have worked with a variety of kids and adults with disabilities in many different activities.
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