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Joyce S.

Paraprofessional

Tinley Park, IL

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$22/hr
9 years experience
Hi, I currently work with students in a classroom for special needs students including autism and developmental disabilities. I am looking for a new opportunity helping others part time in their home. I have 9 years of experience with care and school settings. Thank you.
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I Can Help With Special Needs.

Tinley Park, IL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with quadriplegic individuals and Autistic youths. Just spell out the circumstances and I will let you know if I'm able to help. I'm happy to give you peace of mind.
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Child Psychology Ph.D. Student Seeking Caregiving Position - Knowledgeable With Flexible Schedule!

Tinley Park, IL

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a seeking a consistent childcare position. I love children and have lots of experience in childcare, in addition to my professional training as a child therapist. I have specialized knowledge in child development and supporting children with special needs. I've worked in clinics, schools, pediatric primary care, and...
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Dependable, Compassionate Caregiver Familiar With Special Needs

Frankfort, IL

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$14/hr
6 years experience
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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My Experience In Childcare

Tinley Park, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
I am dedicated childcare professional with over four years of experience in both daycare and elementary school settings. Since beginning my career in 2019, I hat served as a teacher's aide in daycare environments, fostering a nurturing and educational atmosphere for early childhood development. Transitioning to elementary...
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Orland Park, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Errands
transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I have been working with adults and seniors with Special Needs in some capacity ever since I graduated college in 2013. I started out working hands on with multiple individuals in their home and assisting with different ADL tasks including toileting, dressing, medication administration, and meal preparation/feeding. I...
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Mokena, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I have always been interested in helping children any way I can. I have worked within many daycare centers as well as two schools for individuals with disabilities for about 3 years now. I am currently in school to obtain by degree in Behavior analysis, with hopes to become a Board certified Behavior Analyst in the near...
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Get To Know Tee!

Tinley Park, IL

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$18/hr
9 years experience
I'd describe my personality as silly and creative yet serious when need to be. I like working with kids because they make me happy. They are hilarious, imaginative, honest, silly. I really couldn't imagine doing anything else! I'm looking for a job that makes me happy and that allows me to help children. I started working...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Mokena, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
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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Orland Park, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I've been a nanny for 8 years with over 16 years, total, in child/adult care services. Currently, I work full-time during the week caring for a special needs teenager and two toddlers under 2.
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Special Education Teacher

Homer Glen, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
With over five years of experience as a special education teacher and 10 years as a caretaker, I bring a deep understanding of how to support children and adults with diverse needs, especially those on the autism spectrum. I specialize in creating structured, sensory-friendly environments and using individualized strategies to...
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CPR And First Aid Certified Child Care Provider

Tinley Park, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I am currently a special education teacher at a local school district. I teach grades K-5 throughout the day and focus on reading, writing, math, and social emotional learning. I also taught 2nd and 3rd grade general education for four years. Prior to working in the public schools, I worked at a therapeutic day school for...
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Dear Prospective Family

Frankfort, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience
My name is Toni. I have worked as a babysitter from middle school through high school. While in my early hs and college years I cleaned homes, I babysat in my early 20s then got a job I absolutely love, working with developmentally disabled adults (I'm still there pt) I have worked with this company the past 25 years and...
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Fun Creator

Manhattan, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a very loving, caring, friendly, and patient person. I have a few years of experience which includes: taking a child development and CPR course, babysitting small children and infants, helping out special needs children, and I even hosted birthday parties when I was a manager at McDonald's. With me, your child will...
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24 Years Of Experience With Mental And Physical Disabilities

Orland Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I worked for a company for 24 years full time as a house manager for a home with several adults with mental and physical disabilities. I would love and care for them as if they were family. I helped dress and feed and shop and pass medicine and all of their daily needs. I give comfort and compassion and loving care to your loved...
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Seeking Regular Part-Time Work Monday-Thursday During Evenings!

Mokena, IL

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$25/hr
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...
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Orland Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been in the special needs field in some capacity since high school. I have worked hand in hand with many different types of individuals, especially those with CP. I have assisted with all different ADL's (Feeding, Bathing, Dressing, etc.). I work at a slower pace to make sure the individual I am working with is...
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Tinley Park, IL

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$40/hr
9 years experience
Hello! My name is Kelcey and I have a bachelor's degree in special education and a master's degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis with an emphasis in autism. With about 17 years of professional experience, I have provided services as a babysitter, caretaker, DSP, tutor, special educator, RBT, and BCBA in residential, community,...
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Manhattan, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I am a person who cares and has a heart, I currently donate and spend a lot of time trying to help project fire buddies.
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Manhattan, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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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