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As a mother of a child with special needs I have experience caring for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, Emotional Disabilities, Opposition Defiance Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder. I am employed by Chicago Public Schools as a aide for children with special needs and by the Chicago Park District as an Inclusion Aide...
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
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Hello my name is Luz, I am a caregiver and DSP (direct support professional) as a DSP I have experience with people that have been on hospice, and working with people with special needs and physical disabilities. I love to do this work because it is fulfilling and it makes me happy knowing that I can help others. I take care of...
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4 years experience·
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Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Makiya and I have over 4-years of hands-on childcare experience. I began working in daycares at the age of 16, and since then, caring for children has become more than just a job - it's my passion. I have experience working with children of all ages and backgrounds, including those with special needs. I...
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Abbey, I'm 19, and I'm from Chicago! However, I'm studying Psychology! I'm also working on minors in both Spanish and Human Development/Family Science. In my life, I've had TONS of experience babysitting, pet sitting, and house sitting. Back at home I worked for families with children who have special needs...
Carpooling
meal prep
Hi Everyone,
My name is Cierra. I'm a recent college graduate that have aspirations of being a corporate lawyer. I babysit on my free time to help fund my LSAT studies. In the fall I will be going back to school for my masters but however, it is virtual. I am located in the south suburbs but willing to travel up to north and...
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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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10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Agnes and I am a Licensed Paramedic. I have over 15 years of child care experience, caring for children of all ages, multiples, as well as special needs children. I am bilingual-Polish speaking. I am pet-friendly and able to do some light housework as well as laundry. I have my own, reliable car.
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10 years experience
Meal prep
I have been a teacher for eight years full time, and am looking for part-time work in baby-sitting while I return to graduate school. I have extensive experience with children with special needs including Autism, seizure disorders, cognitive impairments, etc. I love working with children of all ages and abilities.
am an energetic sitter with a genuine passion for caring for children. I am a recent college graduate with a degree in psychology, focusing on human development and disability studies. I have 5+ years of paid experience as a nanny and working with children. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have extensive experience with...
I have got 18 years of experience in caregiving I am a very kind person polite, gentle, well mannered lady and looking to start the job as soon as possible.
Nights shifts preferred.
Second priority is day shift.
Thank you
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I have had a few years of experience working with kids with special needs in school as a teacher aid. I also went to graduate school to earn a Master's in special education. I am searching for a part time job after 4 p.m. on Monday-Friday.
Craft assistance
Hi, I'm Amanda! I'm 27 years old with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Social Work. My previous work experience has included providing social-emotional activities with children and teens in the school setting. I also have worked with infants and children with special needs. I love working with kids of...
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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I love children and I would love to help out and be helpful to your family and your needs. I hope everything works out and I get to meet a great family!
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I was the leader of Special Olympics for three years. This event was designed to hold time trials for athletes to compete for a chance to go onto the Special Olympic Games. If the athletes times, scores or throws qualified, the athlete would then move onto the next stage. My job was to help organize the event, and make sure the...
Companionship
light cleaning
specialized care
meal prep
live-in home care
Compassionate caregiver looking for a live-in position to help create a good home atmosphere for your loved one. As a former Special Needs Personal Support Worker and Animal Rescue Caregiver, I have always enjoyed helping others. In addition to growing up taking care of a large family and a sister with special needs on an oxygen...
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Tiffany. I hold a degree from the College of DuPage's Interpreting program and am proficient in American Sign Language.
I currently work as a private caregiver for a teenager with special needs, specifically autism and epilepsy. I have many years of experience supporting individuals with diverse needs and...
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
I'm a trusting & reliable sitter who's currently registered to start college fall
'25 in the Early childhood education field. I currently work as an inclusion aide / special recreation leader working with Special needs Children / adults of ALL ages! Currently Working on getting my RBT certification. So my experience with special...
I am a retired firefighter/paramedic and have also worked in the medical field for an additional 10-15 years before that. I have many years of caring for my own family and working as a caregiver. I know how hard it is to find people to come into your home that you can trust and that can be there for you and your loved ones....
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4 years experience·
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I have been a stay-at-home mom for over 10 years! Before having my own children, I was a Nanny for several years including working with special needs children and also in a nanny-share program with two 4-month-olds. I love being around children and being able to help families achieve work/life balance!
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