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Hi! I'm a 24-year-old that works at a tech company. I'm a reliable, caring, patience and empathy for others and their feelings. I like to take kids outside to do activities that involve exploration and discovery and allow kids to express themselves in an open environment. I have 6 years of babysitting experience including...
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"Peace was reliable, hands on and very patient with my 2yr old. 10/10
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Hi, I am an experienced nanny who is also a mom. I am interested in finding a family who needs full time care for one to two children. I am extremely patient, responsible, dependable, trustworthy, and have a great reputation. I have worked in childcare for summer day camps, babysitting for multiple families, and being a long...
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"Nikki has worked for our family for the last year. And helped us transition our daughter through many changes. She is a very experienced nanny, well versed in early child care. She worked with us to create a...
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Mara G.
Chicago, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am currently in school for my Doctorate in Physical Therapy, and am looking for childcare jobs in the area! I have been watching children of all ages (birth to teens) for over 10 years. I have experience with children with special needs, and am comfortable with administering medication and transfers as necessary. I am First...
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"Mara was great and I'd recommend her for anyone looking for a sitter. She played well with my daughter and they had a lot of fun. She was patient, communicative, and attentive."
Reviewed by Ashley B.
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I've worked as a full-time nanny for over seven years. I love my job and am hoping to find more families to help!
I have experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. This includes experience with children with special needs. I have also completed my newborn care specialist certificate and am CPR/First AID...
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"Very sweet and cared for my children as if they were her own. "
Reviewed by Amanda C.
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Greetings! I am a current high school Special Education teacher with experience teaching adolescents on the autism spectrum and children with ADHD, cognitive impairments, learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, and sensory processing disorders. My teenage daughter has cerebral palsy and is visually impaired and is...
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"I wish I could give Martina 10 stars! From the moment we interviewed, she was so respectful and knowledgeable about caring for people with special needs. Martina is so kind, thoughtful and fun! My brother has...
Reviewed by Melissa D.
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I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I worked in...
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I currently work as a third grade and special education teacher at Rowe Elementary School. This will be my fourth year working here. I work with diverse learners in third grade and in kindergarten in a general education classroom. I have worked as a pre-school teacher with 3-year-olds, at JCYS one summer ago. I worked at LEARN...
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"My twins always enjoyed when Sarah babysat and I would recommend her to other families."
Reviewed by Rachel R.
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Hello and welcome to my profile page! Call me Super Nanny! Below is a list of my experience and qualifications. If you have questions, I'm happy to answer. I've been working as a special needs caregiver since I was 15 years old. I tend to work with families who need a well-seasoned caregiver. I love my work because it's hands...
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"Meghan was so attentive to my son. She went above and beyond to problem solve with us how to make him successful at school (in his remote learning) and with social interactions at home. I would recommend her...
Reviewed by Julie B.
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I am graduate em psychology and I have 2 years of experience taking care of children as an au pair, two boys who are currently 4 and 7 years old. But I also had experience working with children with special needs, from 2 to 14 years old, in a clinic in Brazil.
I am currently seeking a position as a full-time, long-term nanny.
I...
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"Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development. "
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Selena O.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, May Name Is Selena, I Am A Passionate And Dedicated Person.
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Hi! How are you?
I am Selena O, current Nursing student (Night hybrid program)
I have Over 5 years of experience as a nanny. I love to play with different strategies of pedagogy for a good development of body and Brain. I could make your children comfortable while I am with them. Can take them to parks, museum and other...
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"She is energetic, talkative and friendly, Most of all reliable. "
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I started in preschools in the 2. 6-3. 6 age group the gradually moved into substitute teaching. I have experience with special needs kids (autistic, paraplegic, blind, cognitive impairment, emotional/behavioral impairment). I have gathered several tricks in my time sub teaching and working in the preschool setting I would have...
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"Joel was our life saver. Our kids have PTSD and our son was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD, which is certainly difficult to manage on a daily basis, but hen Virtual School hit us. Joel, with...
Reviewed by Britta H.
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My name is Juliana, I have been a caregiver for over 9 years. Especially Skills with Dementia , Alzheimer, Hoyer Lift, light housekeeping, Companionship, and Memory loss and many more. I am Reliable , dependable and honest. I am a caregiver because I enjoy helping others especially the elders. I will not be only a caregiver, I...
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"I broke my leg in three places and live alone. Juliana was wonderful to assist me while I was totally immobilized for four weeks with meals, groceries, pet care, personal care, running errands taking me to...
Reviewed by Deborah M.
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My name is Kathleen and I am a teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing. After graduating with my Master's degree, I moved to Chicago and began teaching this past year. I have always had a passion for working with children and am looking to spend time this summer continuing to work with families. I have had numerous childcare...
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"Kathleen is wonderful! She is very enthusiastic and engaging. Upon meeting me and my son she put us both at ease with her fun personality and child-rearing instincts. My one-year old son really likes her and...
Reviewed by Crystaldawn A.
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I recently graduated with my degree, Doctor of Physical Therapy and am a licensed physical therapist. I have a passion to care for those in need, especially those who are most vulnerable. This has made me, comfortable, competent and confident with providing care for people with special needs.
I have over 9 years of care giving...
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"We can't say enough good things about Veronica....she's caring, responsible, hard working and very flexible. She's been helping serve as personal assistant for our 20 yr old daughter who has some physical and...
Reviewed by John B.
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Hello! Nice to meet you.
My name is Karla and I am a senior in University and emerging teacher with license in K-12th grades. As a nanny I have experience working with different ages; infants, toddles, etc. I've worked in different daycares as a teacher assistant and different families from all backgrounds, including children...
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"Karla is amazing- gentle, kind, dependable, and safe."
Reviewed by Meg P.
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Hi, I'm Ana, a compassionate caregiver with over 12 years of experience babysitting and nannying. Your children's well-being is my top priority, and I bring a diverse skill set that includes caring for newborns, twins, children with special needs, and pets. I grew up with three younger siblings, and have always been the "mom...
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"Anastasia was wonderful! We booked a last minute trip to Nashville and she worked with us. We hit traffic and accidents etc which delayed us but Anastasia understood and didn't seem to mind when I had to keep...
Reviewed by Stephanie H.
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I have been working with special needs since 2014. I am currently getting my BCBA to become over all of my cases at an aba company that I've been working at for almost 5 years. I love working with special needs children and adults it is my passion. I love to see them grow within themselves to become independent adults.
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"Met with her and she interacted with my son in a public place . Next she came over one evening to bond with him . Looking forward to working with this caregiver ."
Reviewed by Jessica P.
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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...
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"Veronica is wonderful. She is so kind and energetic. My daughters loved having her as their sitter."
Reviewed by Laila H.
Tamar M.
Skokie, IL
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Tamar and I'm excited to meet your family! I'm a child at heart and an old soul, which allows me to easily connect with anyone of all ages. I have a social work background counseling grade school and teenage youth for many years. I also work with special needs care/ autistic children and have a passion to serve...
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"Really came through for us in a last minute emergency situation. She was very prompt with corresponding and with our appointment. She was very understanding and accommodating with our situation and helped out...
Reviewed by Sachi D.
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I have been working in the special needs community since middle school. As a babysitter, in a hospital setting, and in a therapy setting all through high school, college, and post-professional employment.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Morton Grove, IL
Peace P.
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Peace came through for me in a time of need to drop my son off at school, providing punctual and reliable transportation. She sent many pictures during the journey, which helped ease my anxiety as a parent. Additionally, she was very friendly and kind, making both myself and my son feel comfortable...
- Precious T.
Nicole F.
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Nikki has worked for our family for the last year. And helped us transition our daughter through many changes. She is a very experienced nanny, well versed in early child care. She worked with us to create a routine and scheduled where our daughter developed and grew.
- Care member
Mara G.
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Mara was great and I'd recommend her for anyone looking for a sitter. She played well with my daughter and they had a lot of fun. She was patient, communicative, and attentive.
- Ashley B.
Caytie B.
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Very sweet and cared for my children as if they were her own.
- Amanda C.
Martina B.
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I wish I could give Martina 10 stars! From the moment we interviewed, she was so respectful and knowledgeable about caring for people with special needs. Martina is so kind, thoughtful and fun! My brother has enjoyed several days with his "new friend" as he now sweetly refers to her. And my family...
- Melissa D.
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