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Diana C.

Bridgeview, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
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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Blue Island, IL

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$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello My name is Angela I am a mother with over 15 years of experience. I have teached preschool children 0 to 12 years . Im also CPR certified and have a medical assistant degree. I've also received my CDA to teach young children. I'm willing to cook, clean and help teach your little ones. Own car. Words to capture my...
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Oak Lawn, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Im a mother grow in my own 3 children . I have background in the midwife I have experience 20+ .. I have experience in special need experience in children and adults. Lead weakly assessments . Prepare fresh meals, introduce to new foods. Fostering independence and skills development. . Created educational learning and interest...
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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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Flossmoor, IL

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$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello ! My name is Kyndall, and I'm currently a Lead Teacher with a degree in Early Childhood Education. I am also CPR certified. Over the years, I've cared for children of all ages-from infants and toddlers to preschoolers, elementary-aged kids, and those with special needs. My experience includes working as a nanny, preschool...
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Mokena, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hello families! My name is Amanda and I am currently a student at Lewis University studying Health Sciences and aspiring to be a pediatric occupational therapist. I have a passion for working with children. I have worked in multiple settings including 2 ABA clinics in which I worked with children with special needs (primarily...
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Oak Lawn, IL

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Nurturing a child's curiosity and watching them reach new milestones is my greatest professional joy. With 15 years of experience as a Special Education Assistant , I am deeply committed to fostering growth while providing reliable, calm support for your family. I am comfortable caring for up to five children, ranging from ages...
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Burbank, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Experienced Babysitter and Educator Hello! My name is Aislinn, and I am excited to apply for the babysitting position. I am 25 years old and have over six years of babysitting experience, in addition to helping care for my four younger siblings-two of whom have special needs-since I was 13. I am comfortable working with...
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Cool Older Sister

Chicago, IL

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$26/hr
6 years experience
Hi!! My name is Andrea and I'm currently a special education teacher. I teach a K-3 self-contained/resource room and I am currently in my third year in this position. I do have one year experience working in a high school special education classroom (which was my student teaching year). Before that, I was a nanny for 3 years. I...
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Crestwood, IL

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sam, and I am currently a student at UIUC. I have experience working with children, including those with special needs. My expierences in childcare and tutoring have taught me a lot about nannying. Including that I love working in this position and am always willing to learn more!
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Orland Park, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
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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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with special needs children and adults in the past. Special needs hold the key to the pure joy of what life is really about.
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Bridgeview, IL

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$24/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Diana, and I'm a dedicated and caring nanny with experience working with children of all ages, from infants and toddlers to school-age kids and teenagers. I'm also well-versed in supporting children with special needs, ensuring every child feels valued and understood. I believe in creating a nurturing, fun,...
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Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hello and thanks for visiting my profile. My name is Beth. I have been working as a respiratory therapist for that last 11 years. Before that I had worked as a nursing aide for 3 years. I have taken care of adults and children of many different special needs. I truly enjoy taking care of people.
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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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RN: Clinical Expertise, Compassionate Heart, And Family-Focused Care

Homewood, IL

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$38/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
Caring for others has been both my profession and my passion for over 21 years. As a Registered Nurse with experience in home health, inpatient care, surgical services, and intensive care, I bring extensive clinical knowledge, compassion, and a calm, reassuring presence to every family I serve. Beyond my professional...
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Elderly Caregiver

Matteson, IL

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$15/hr
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.
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Making Life Easier And Stress Free

Thornton, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
hospice services
light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Loretta, I am 64 I have been taking care of elders and adults with special needs for over 40 years. My hope is that I can make your life a little easier and stress free with my help. My experience is extensive. I can help with getting ready for the day, light cleaning and laundry, cooking, feeding, bathing,...
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Part-time Caregiver, Oak Lawn

Oak Lawn, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have 15 years of experience in a health care setting. In Lithuania (where I came from) I worked in a hospital of mental diseases, as an attendant for 5 years. I was taking care of mentally ill patients, most of them were seniors. I am a compassionate, caring, patient and kind health care provider. I also organized and...
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Home Health Aide

Harvey, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Mobility assistance
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello.. my name is Cathy. I have 20+ years of experience with seniors , alhizemers Parkinson's, Autism, ALS, Diabetic care, High Blood Pressure and children with special needs. Will do laundry, meal preparation, housekeeping errands, Dr. appointments. I love taking care of seniors I usually adopt them as my grandparents since...
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