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Melvie M.

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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All Star Care

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have many year's experience and very professional. I love helping others. Great companion and listener.
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AT HOME DAY CARE

Round Lake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I love children and always establish a meaningful relationship with them. I am consistent with creating functional and fun activities. I have been teaching and tutoring for 11 years. I also have experience working and babysitting children who have Autism and a wide variety of children with special needs of all ages. I have been...
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Child And Animal Lover

Wauconda, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
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I have worked with special needs children the past 18 years. I also take care of 2 adults at night and have coached Special Olympics for 6. My husband and I have 4 rescue dogs and a bearded dragon. Taking care is my passion. If you would like to know more please message me :-)
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Woodstock, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and thrive. With six years of experience, I have the knowledge and skills to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love to play games, read stories, and help...
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Woodstock, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
errands
respite care
meal prep
Hello! My name is Katie. I'm an experienced mother of 2 school-age children, with a strong history of experience in childcare, and am familiar with a variety of neurodiversity or special needs. My professional history also includes 15+ years of management, human resources, and customer service. While I have more paid experience...
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Round Lake, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
companionship
transportation
light cleaning
I'm a mom of three with experience supporting children and adults with special needs. I've also worked as a personal care assistant for an adult in a wheelchair, helping with daily activities and providing kind, compassionate support. I'm patient, dependable, and love helping seniors feel comfortable, safe, and happy. I'm happy...
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Woodstock, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
As a Certified Nurse's Assistant, I have over 18 years of experience working with special needs individuals. I am a natural caregiver with a willingness to help those in need. From infants to older adults, I can assist with all activities of daily living. I am a fast learner that doesn't shy away from learning a new skillset in...
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Your Very Own Provider And Friend

Round Lake, IL

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$10/hr
Hi! Ive worked with family thru Care. com for 5 years. Sadly, I wasn't needed for the current school year, the boys are now at that age where a babysitter is no longer. On that note, I'm a 39-year-old, married, pet loving, non-smoker. I'm CPR certified by the American Red Cross and taken Basic First Aid and basic Pharmacology...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Grace, and I am a Biomedical Sciences major at Western Kentucky University working toward becoming a physical therapist. I have over four years of experience working with children through NISRA, where I supported kids with special needs in recreational and social settings. I also serve as the President of Best...
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Round Lake, IL

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a dedicated Special Needs Caregiver with over 10 years of one-on-one caregiving experience in both special needs. I am a nurse by profession in the Philippines, and while I am not licensed in the United States, I bring extensive hands-on experience, strong clinical knowledge, and a compassionate approach to every client I...
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Woodstock, IL

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$17/hr
7 years experience
I am currently a special education teacher for the past 5 years. I am also a caregiver for seniors and have worked in senior communities with Alzheimer's and dementia.
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Woodstock, IL

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$24/hr
8 years experience
Hello there! I'm Katie. I'm mother to two fantastic gradeschool children, aunt to many. I'm currently seeking an FT or significant PT childcare role, in your home, ideally on a fairly predictable weekday or weekend schedule. I'm also happy to chat about other supports your family might need. I've worked FT outside our home...
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Cary, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have been a preschool therapy aide for special needs children and learned a lot about the social, emotional, and development needs of the youth population. I am planning on being an early interventionist in 2025.
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Job Coach/Life Skills

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I have over 10 years experience working as an Aide and Job Coach in a Special Needs environment. I enjoy assisting and teaching kids/adults life skills and job skills. It's very rewarding to see a child/adult feeling empowered when they learn something new. My availability, Monday though Friday would be 4-8 p.m. and...
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Special Needs Caregiver!

Woodstock, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Lizzi and I would love to help you out. I have had experience almost all my life working with children with special needs. I got involved in volunteering at NISRA when I was about 8 or 9 because my sister had worked there. I absolutely LOVED going to work with her and helping her/hanging out with everyone for...
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Part-time Caregiver

Island Lake, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Maintaining positive working relationship with client, client family, provider(s), and other referral sources. 20 plus years of handling client(s) with or have had dementia, alzheimers, stroke and copd, both professionally as well as personally. Administer medications, personal hygiene, light housekeeping/ laundry, light meal...
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Spring Grove, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Savana--I have 2. 5 years of experience as a PEDS RN and currently working as a school nurse in District 34. I have a total of 6+ years in the healthcare field taking care of variety of patient ages and health backgrounds.
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Very Nice Young Lady New Registered Nursing Assistant In The State Of Mn

Woodstock, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love working with the elderly and disabled. I enjoy caring for them and helping them lead happy lives.
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