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Helena K.
Palos Hills, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Helena. I am very patient, caring, and have experience with caring for persons with the elderly as well as dementia/ Alzheimer's Disease, Diabetes, Hospice Care, Multiple Sclerosis, Orthopedic Care, Parkinson's , Post Surgery Recovery, Skin Disorders, Stroke, Bathing, Dressing, Grooming, Companionship, Light...
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Hi, families my name is Sarah and I have been caring for children since I was young. I have cared for infants-teenagers and also children with special needs. I am able to change diapers, naptime, light household tasks, run errands, read books, arts and crafts, go on walks, play at the park and help keep your children safe and...
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My experience with special needs came from a previous family that I nannied for. The young boy had ADHD and required medication, counseling and follow through on behavior modification techniques.
Another experience was a young boy I tutored who had Down Syndrome. He was a high functioning little guy who was able to learn to read...
Lexi B.
Frankfort, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 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!
Diana C.
Bridgeview, IL
$14-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hello, I'm Diana! I've worked with children with Down syndrome. I know each person has different levels to their disability thus individual care is needed.
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Hello, I'm Tatiana. I have 10+ years of experience. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a positive mentor in child's life. I love hide and seek, board games, crafts and music. Im so excited to meet your family and my hope in my time with you is to create a...
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I have been a sitter ever since the age of 17 and am now 21 years old. I have taken care of up to 3 kids at once, all from the ages of 3 months to 14 years. I have also taken care of kids with special needs such as kids with ADHD and other learning disabilities. I am patient, caring, fun, loving, and work to become best friends...
Miranda C.
Homewood, IL
$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have experience watching and talking care of children as young as 2 years old. I am able to help with other tasks around the house as well (washing dishes, clothes, folding laundry, cooking etc).
I have experience in dropping off and picking up the kids from school.
I have experience taking care of children with special needs.
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Hi. I'm Ryan. I've babysat for several special needs families in the Chicago area of all ages from ages 2 to 12.
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Previous experienced elderly caregiver. Housekeeping, cooking, medications, took care elderly woman who passed away age 87. Also several years caregiver to eldery male who had cancer and passed away. Companionship also experienced with pets. Used to be medical tech. 30 years ago.
Lasharanda M.
Chicago, IL
$16-33/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have worked as a caregiver for seniors as well as adults with special needs for several years. It is an honor and a privilege to provide them with the best care possible.
Jill S.
Tinley Park, IL
$20-39/hr • 10 yrs exp
Trustworthy FUN Teacher, Game Creator & Care-taker For Children Of All Ages
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Hello! I have 37+ years exp. in professional Childcare. I was a Nanny for several families w/ ages ranging from 0-18 yrs. I was a teacher at a private academy for classes of 25-2 & 3 yr. olds, kindergarten & kids w/ special needs.
Kids gravitate towards me, as I speak their language & understand their social, behavioral &...
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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....
Madelyn B.
Hometown, IL
$20-36/hr
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Experience working with individuals with Down syndrome, ADHD, Autism, and spins bífida.
I've worked with a large age range however prefer 2
2-15 range.
Confortable changing, flooding, transporting, swimming and physical activity
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Hi parents! My name is Angela and I am currently a Senior at Carl Sandburg High School. I am patient, energetic, and a problem solver when it comes to children. I love working with kids as I am a part of my school's preschool program in helping teach and create activities for the children. I also work with the special needs...
Linda N.
Tinley Park, IL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 20+ years of foster care experience. I have 4 children, 31, 28, 20 and 19. I have worked with special needs and Autistic children. I am also Montessori trained. I would like to care for your child part time in my home, perhaps sharing time with a grandparent. School teachers preferred! Let's talk.
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I am a teachers aide for children that have developmental disabilities. I have been doing this for 13 years now. Prior to that I was a C. N. A for about 6 years. I also worked with adults with developmental disabilities and have been doing that for about 8 years. I absolutely love what I do. Best of all I love making a...
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Hi, my name is Virginia. I have 20 years of experience caring for seniors and people with special needs. I have cared for patients with dementia, diabetes, traumatic brain injury, post stroke, and autism to name a few.
I am attentive and if there is any change in health conditions, I am quick to responsibly manage the...
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Hi! My name is Sarah and I am currently a registered nurse at Hines VA Hospital in the spinal cord unit. I have been a nurse for three years and I have been on the spinal cord unit for two and a half years. I currently work the night shift so I have a very variable schedule. I am trying to say up for a wedding so I am looking to...
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My name is Amara and I am a 25-year-old recent graduate student. I'm currently in Illinois. My major is communication and science disorders with an emphasis in early childhood literacy. I hope to become a speech-pathologist in the near future. I have experience working as a nanny with 4 children aged 1-3. I have also...
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