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5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have babysat children since I was 10 years old (I passed the American Red Cross Babysitting course). I have worked in daycares and in homes, and I worked in a preschool as a paraprofessional for kids between the ages of 3 and 5 with special needs ranging from ASD to cerebral palsy. I have changed countless diapers, worked on...
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- $18/hr
6 years experience
Current graduate student in the field of school psychology with 6 years of experience in special ed.
I work primarily with children with autism, I can also help with general mental disorders. I have a younger brother with high functioning autism, and am currently going to school to study cognitive behavior, school and clinical psychology.
I am an enthusiastic and experienced special needs caregiver. I have a special education teaching certificate and 5 years of teaching and teacher aide experience. I also have CPR and First Aide certifications. I enjoy caring for children and providing for an enriching fun filled day with many varied activities. I am responsible,...
I have worked with special needs children and adults in the past. Special needs hold the key to the pure joy of what life is really about.
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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I have been caring for children since I was 14. I'm the oldest of 4 so taking care of kids has always come natural to me. Besides looking after my sisters and brother I have attained several nanny jobs over my 8 years of experience. I have nannied for children of all ages throughout the school years and for entire summers. I...
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6 years experience
I am a 25-year-old graduate student living in Chicago. I have 6 years of experience working with children and adolescents with moderate to severe special needs, primarily in the school and recreational setting. I am currently in the final year of my Master's program studying school psychology, so I am also well versed in...
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I love kids, so much so that I went to school for Early Childhood Special Education. I took the American Red Cross Babysitters Course over 15 years ago and have been babysitting and working in childcare centers and schools on and off since then. I have cared for children age 3 months to 12 years old, both boys and girls. I love...
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6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Maggie and I'm finishing my senior year of college. I have experience babysitting/nannying for every age from infants to preteens, for over 6 years. I am understanding, energetic, and love keeping kids active and entertained. Additionally, I am happy to help with housework, laundry, or errands. I have experience...
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello families! My name is Amanda and I am currently a student at Lewis University studying Health Sciences and aspiring to be a pediatric occupational therapist. I have a passion for working with children. I have worked in multiple settings including 2 ABA clinics in which I worked with children with special needs (primarily...
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm an exceptionally observant and resourceful caregiver, especially when it comes to children. As the oldest of eight siblings. Three of whom have special needs. I've spent my life nurturing, guiding, and supporting others. Caring for others comes naturally to me, and I bring that same dedication and patience into every role. I...
Carpooling
craft assistance
I have nannied & babysat for several families over the years. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my reviews from the previous families. I am a US Veteran and homeschooling mom of 3 boys (7, 4 & 10-month-old).
I look forward to hearing about your family and how I may be able to help.
marvin D. says "Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others."
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
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7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am looking to help people care for their children while they are working. I am a mother of 3 grown children and I have been working with students with special needs for about 7 years. I have a big family and love being the fun aunt to my young nieces and nephews. We love to do crafts, go to the zoo, swim, plays games,...
Angela K. says "Janice has been with us for almost a year. She watches my 1 year old since he was a newborn while I went to work as a nurse. She is very flexible and...
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
home modification
dementia
meal prep
hospice services
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I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...
Christina K. says "Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing...
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1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi my name is Magdalena I am 26 years old. I am bilingual and can speak English and Polish. I attended University of Illinois at Chicago where I majored in Psychology and also minored in Polish. I graduated from there in 2016. Currently I am getting my masters through an online program at Liberty University. I love working with...
Kimberly C. says "Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our...
I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I'm experienced in dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they...
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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I'm a mom to the friendliest 4-year-old , I used to babysit my nephew while my cousin worked (1yo) and I used to baby sit my youngest sister and in charge of taking her to school and making sure she was always behaving (behavioral issues and special needs 16yo) I'm bilingual, fluent in both Spanish and English. My daughter is...
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
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Hello! My name is Ashley. I am a Licensed COTA and CNA with 15 years experience providing quality support and patient care. I am a skilled caregiver with therapy and nursing background and I am dedicated to comfort, safety, and dignity. I provide compassionate and reliable care with strong clinical and support skills. I have...
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4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Briana and I am a certified teacher with four years of experience with children and individuals with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, etc. I received my bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with an emphasis in family social services from Northern Illinois...
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Yanira N.
Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others.
- marvin D.
Janice B.
Janice has been with us for almost a year. She watches my 1 year old since he was a newborn while I went to work as a nurse. She is very...
- Angela K.
Barbara B.
Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable...
- Christina K.
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