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Rachel B.


Medinah, IL

$21/hr3 yrs exp

Summer Babysitter!!

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I am a recent Loyola University Chicago graduate with a major in Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience, and minors in Spanish, Biology, and Psychology. I am currently looking to babysit/provide tutoring services throughout the summer! I have experience working with children of all ages, especially children with special needs. I...
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Lynn N.


Glendale Heights, IL

$16-20/hr8 yrs exp

4.0

(5)

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I have experience with all ages, from infants to age 16. I am a full time teacher during the day, but I am willing to work on some week nights and on the weekends. I have also worked with special needs children. I have a resume and a car. I have references if needed.
3.0
"Lynn was so sweet and seemed like she would make a great sitter for my daughter however she was never actually available to sit and I was pretty open with my times. Weekends or nights but something always came...

Reviewed by Kelly L.

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Amanda G.


Carol Stream, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Amanda G.

5.0

(1)

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Hello all, I have two years experience caring for children with special needs, including autism, epilepsy, and ADHD. I use doctor recommended strategies and techniques to provide emotional and physical support to my clients and their families. I look forward to meeting with you!
5.0
"We hired Amanda as our full time nanny to watch our son when he was 8mo old. It was our first nanny experience so we didn't know what to expect, and now we are forever spoiled! Amanda was with our family until...

Reviewed by Julia O.

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Dania G.


Melrose Park, IL

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

5.0

(1)

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Hello Parents! I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
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Dania G.


Melrose Park, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced & Dynamic Childcare Provider

5.0

(2)

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Dynamic and highly dependable Childcare Provider and Educator with over 13 years of experience. Background in Early Childhood Education and Childhood Development. Extensive special needs experience. Dedicated to helping shape children into confident, intelligent, and empathetic people who will carry those traits on into...
5.0
"We cannot express enough how much we have loved having Dania become part of our family! Dania assisted with our three children ages newborn to four years old for almost 2 years! Our two oldest children are...

Reviewed by Laurie B.

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Doris A.


Schaumburg, IL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

5.0

(1)

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work experience as a nanny with special need children around 5 years I love to work with kids I am very responsible, loving , patient, honest, respectful. I am mother of two beautiful boys also I work as rehab aide , nursing assistant, I graduated as nurse (LPN) in 2012 I have around 12 years of career experience working with...
5.0
"Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her."

Reviewed by Evangeline E.

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Emily B.


Wheaton, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Fun-Loving Nanny With Experience!

5.0

(2)

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Hi, my name is Emily! I am a licensed paraprofessional and substitute teacher, with experience from babies to young adults! I have also been a nanny since 2017. With all of my years nannying, I have cared for only children and multiple siblings (and have overseen countless play dates), and I am comfortable with pretty much any...
5.0
"She has such a kindhearted spirit and is amazing with kids. She is a safe driver and great cook!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Jordan S.


Elmhurst, IL

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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Hi there! My name is Jordan, and I am looking to help an awesome family. I love working with kids, so I used that passion and became a camp counselor. I did that for two years at my local park district. I have experience with children as young as 3 and as old as 13. I also have experience with working with children with special...
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Lorraine G.


Glendale Heights, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time / As Needed Care Giver Available!

5.0

(1)

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Hello, My name is Lorraine. I m 27 yrs old. I m currently working as a nanny in Wilmette. I'm a certified nurses assistant and have completed 3 yrs towards a nursing degree. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am naturally patient, loving and nurturing. I believe in treating the people I...
5.0
"Lorraine assisted me with transportation and after care of surgery. She is dependable, kind, willing to run errands for me. Would highly recommend her and would definitely hire her again. She was so nice and a...

Reviewed by Susan C.

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Yesenia G.


Hoffman Estates, IL

$14-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter, Home Assistant

5.0

(1)

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Hello, my name is Yesenia. I've been in several professional caregiving roles since 2016. Most of my experience has been with children. I worked at a licensed home daycare, with several families independently and with a nanny agency throughout my career. Additionally, I was a behavioral health technician and worked with children...
5.0
"Yesenia is a very good caregiver. She had positive interactions with our son. She followed all of our instructions and there was no conflict. I would hire her again given the need."

Reviewed by Matt C.

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Sarah S.


Schaumburg, IL

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

5.0

(17)

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Hello, My name is Sarah. I am looking for a full time nanny position with a loving family. I'm looking to utilize my 11 and a half years of child care experience and knowledge in growth development by providing good guidance and exceptional care as a professional live out nanny. I also have two and a half years experience with...
5.0
"I have observed Sarah to be a wonderful caregiver. She is very organized and timely. She is a great communicator with both children and adults. Sarah is extremely caring, always thinking of others needs and...

Reviewed by Melissa C.

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Clemonce M.


Wheaton, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I have had a good amount of experience with special needs from young to old. I have been working through Care for sometime now and love the families I work for. I am very positive and upbeat, very patient and kind, and do everything I can to make my client feel loved and comfortable and happy.
5.0
"Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She is very dependable. Punctual and very dependable! She is sweet and...

Reviewed by Elle A.

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Tahira R.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
5.0
"Tahiti was on time, congenial, caring, and careful. I highly recommend her!"

Reviewed by Susan S.

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Veronica D.


Mount Prospect, IL

$40/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy and am a licensed physical therapist. I presented my thesis on a pediatric case. I have over 9 years of care giving experience. I have watched over 10+ families. I have cared for 1-6 children at a time in a home setting and enjoyed every part of it! For several years I have been a...
5.0
"Veronica is wonderful. She is so kind and energetic. My daughters loved having her as their sitter."

Reviewed by Laila H.

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Angela M.


Bartlett, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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Hello, my name is Angela. I have been in the education field working with children from 6 weeks to 12+ years of age for over 25 years and have older children of my own. I have been a director, teacher and nanny for several families. I have also worked with children with special needs. I enjoy helping children learn through play...
5.0
"Though we ultimately chose someone else, I want to share that we really enjoyed interviewing Angela and it was a very difficult decision to choose between her and the caregiver we chose. She is clearly very...

Reviewed by Stephanie H.

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Amanda G.


Carol Stream, IL

$25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hello all, My name is Amanda and I am a Certified Newborn Care Specialist and Career Nanny. I have five years experience as a private nanny. Additionally, I have two years experience teaching preschool publicly, one of which I was a Director. I have cared for children from birth to 12 years, and those with a variety of special...
5.0
"Amanda was a thoughtful, knowledgeable, and responsible caregiver for my 6 mo baby when she cared for H 2 full days and made a huge difference in that time. She came armed with expertise that made H giggle, but...

Reviewed by Katheryn M.

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Jhan I.


Des Plaines, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Trustworthy

5.0

(2)

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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. a wife and a mother of two boys 27 years and 14 years lived in Chicago and suburbs for over 30 years I'm a licensed cosmetology. I work as a nany from age of 21 for a special need 30-year-old girl . And the then got my license and worked as hair...
5.0
"I highly recommend Jhan. She is a wonderful, kind, caring human being with an outstanding work ethic, high career and family values."

Reviewed by Karl F.

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Brenda V.


Bensenville, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am Your Angel

5.0

(4)

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My name is Brenda. I consider myself a reserved honest, reliable and trustworthy caregiver. I love caring and helping the Elderly. My passion is reaching the goals in daily living of my clients so that they get the best care. I am certified as a Nursing Assistant. (CNA) CPR and First Aide. I also am a Certified Medical...
5.0
"She was great with my senior dad!"

Reviewed by Carla B.

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Tamara A.


West Chicago, IL

$11-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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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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Dimone L.


Carol Stream, IL

$15-21/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Preschool Student Teacher Looking For Part-Time Job

5.0

(1)

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Good Morning, I live in Carol Stream with my baby girl and looking for a job babysitting some amazing children this year in my free time . I am interested in babysitting your child I have 9 years in paid childcare experience as well as CPR/First Aid/AED certified. I have worked in daycare' s, Summer Camps with children ages...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Medinah, IL

Lynn N.

3.0

Same. Wasn't available even though she put the times there for evenings. Would have been flexible but can't all together.

- Rahkiya O.

Amanda G.

5.0

We hired Amanda as our full time nanny to watch our son when he was 8mo old. It was our first nanny experience so we didn't know what to expect, and now we are forever spoiled! Amanda was with our family until we just moved out of state and we wish we could've brought her with us. She was caring,...

- Julia O.

Dania G.

5.0

We cannot express enough how much we have loved having Dania become part of our family! Dania assisted with our three children ages newborn to four years old for almost 2 years! Our two oldest children are autistic and require specialized therapy. Dania participated in the therapy sessions, and her...

- Laurie B.

Doris A.

5.0

Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her.

- Evangeline E.

Emily B.

5.0

Emily nannied for me for a year and she still helps me with the kids whenever I need her. Emily is punctual, responsive, reliable, and treats my children like they are her own. My kids adore her and are so happy every time they get to spend time with her. She’s a part of our family and always will...

- Care member

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