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Cody K.


Monee, IL

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time To Full Time Nanny/Caregiver Available

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I have a vast amount of experience ranging from providing nursing assistant care in a Pediatric Acute Unit and Peds ICU unit to working as a nanny for a high profile family in Germany. Because of my healthcare experience, I have worked with children of all ages and those who have special needs as well. I understand the need for...
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Madison B.


Frankfort, IL

$25/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! My name is Madison and I am currently a senior at GVSU. I am 22 years old and will be graduating with my nursing degree in late April. I have been babysitting/ nannying for years now and am also employed at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago & work on the hematology/oncology floor. For the past 6 summers I have been a full...
5.0
"Madison has been working for us for the past three months, and she is fantastic! She has kept our four children (ages 2-8) happy and engaged all summer long. From developing a reward system for good behavior,...

Reviewed by Kaitlin O.

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Heather M.


Steger, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

5.0

(2)

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Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide include but are not limited to...
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Bryancka J.


Crete, IL

$20-34/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I always make my client feel as he/she is no different from others. I have been working in the health care field for five years. I love what I do. I am very compassionate. I am certified in CPR. I am certified by the state of Illinois. My qualifications include: -Meal preparation -Reporting changes in client's physical...
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Bonniejean M.


Mokena, IL

$22/hr9 yrs exp

"Joy Of Children"

4.6

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My personality: Joyful and outgoing. I'm a nurturer, caring and compassionate and patient. Great with kids! I love working as a Nanny. This is very rewarding for me. I help children build social skills and character as well. I like working with kids because kids rock! They are unique! Each and every one of them and they matter....
5.0
"Bonnie is a dependable, calm, and patient caregiver. She is a great teacher and quickly connected with our toddler, who is completely engaged with Bonnie when she is here! Highly recommend Bonniejean!"

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Lakeia P.


Crete, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
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Lexi B.


Frankfort, IL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced With 3 Years Of Special Education Children/adults

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I have babysat for many years and currently I work with students with special needs (18-21-year-old) I have a passion for helping others and I enjoy working with special needs children/adults!
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Patrick S.


Mokena, IL

$25-50/hr6 yrs exp

Seeking Regular Part-Time Work Monday-Thursday During Evenings!

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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...
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Olivia G.


Mokena, IL

$24-32/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Summer Sitter

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My availability is July 1st to July 31st. I have 7 years of experience working as a paraprofessional for various age groups for children with special needs. I have worked with children between the ages of 5-22. I have a special education BA and my passion is working with students with multiple disabilities. I do have experience...
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Lauren C.


Frankfort, IL

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Lauren, and I am 30 years old. I currently work as a paraprofessional in a special needs school with elementary aged children. Prior to that, I worked as a nurse for about 5 years. I have worked in the ICU, cardiology, mental health, and operating room. I am looking for something for occasional evenings or...
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Hadeel T.


Mokena, IL

$18/hr2 yrs exp

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I like working with kids because I am the second oldest out of 5 siblings so I had a lot of responsibilities when I was younger til now. I love playing with kids and building a connection with them. I had two special needs cousins and I just always knew that taking care of kids was something I enjoyed I'm looking for a job that...
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Bonniejean M.


Mokena, IL

$20-27/hr3 yrs exp

Love People

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Hi, my name is Bonnie and I serve ministry in church for autistic teens and adults. I also volunteer at Navarro Farms where this is a special farm for teaching special need adults how to farm and grow vegetation. It's a wonderful place. Also worked after school care at Ivy League Montessori and other school classes. I love kids....
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Nicole R.


Frankfort, IL

$14-30/hr6 yrs exp

Dependable, Compassionate Caregiver Familiar With Special Needs

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Hi! I am excited for the opportunity to provide care & assistance to those who need extra TLC. Though my main position has been either a nanny or tutor, while performing these roles, I was responsible for providing care to children (and one adult) with special needs ranging from ADHD, autism, apraxia, ODD, GAD, seizure disorder,...
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Xiya A.


Mokena, IL

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

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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.
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Kristalyn T.


Frankfort, IL

$25/hr

Responsible Specialized Funmaker

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I'd describe my personality as patient, kind and creative. I like working with kids because they are fun and have lots of things to teach us. I'm looking for a job that is flexible. I started working with kids when I started babysitting at the age of 11! In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family, bake, read and...
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Annalise M.


Frankfort, IL

$13-19/hr5 yrs exp

Annalise

1.0

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Hello! My name is Annalise and I am a 21) year old part time college student.(all online, no meeting time, I can do classes whenever I want.) I love working with kids and have worked with them since I've been younger! I have been watching kids with paid experience since I was 14 and have a developmental therapy background and...
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Lauren C.


Frankfort, IL

$20-35/hr9 yrs exp

Fun, Engaging, Highly Trained Sitter

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Hello, my name is Lauren, and I am 30 years old. I currently work as a paraprofessional in a special needs school with elementary aged children. Prior to that, I worked as a nurse for about 5 years. I have worked in the ICU, cardiology, mental health, and operating room. I am looking for something for occasional evenings or...
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Danielle T.


Frankfort, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

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I am an extremely positive, energetic, patient, and passionate person who is ready to give your children reliable (and fun!) care. Throughout my 10 years of working in child care, I have held many positions that include: date-night babysitter, full-time nanny, coach for multiple sports, camp counselor/coordinator, after school...
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Olivia G.


Mokena, IL

$20-30/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny For Special Education Children, Teens, Adults

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I have 7 years of experience working with various age groups within the Special Education population. I am looking for a position for the month of July to the end of July. After that I will no longer be available due to starting teaching for students with multiple disabilities at the high school level. Please email me with more...
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Marietta M.


Manhattan, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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I worked as a finance manager for 12 years before choosing to be a full time wife and mother for 23 years. To make learning fun, I volunteered as a Girl Scout leader (8 years), Sunday school teacher (5 years), room mom, soccer mom, dance mom, and little league softball mom. I am certified and volunteer (2015 - present) for...

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