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Light cleaning
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I have 30 years of experience in healthcare. I can help with Home Care - Light Housekeeping - Meal prep - Light Laundry - Medication Reminders - Helpful - Reliable - Caring - Certify CPR. I am a mother of twins (a boy and a girl). I have worked in healthcare for over 30 years, taking care of seniors, and patients with special...
Chris J. says "I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from Medication...
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...
I like caring for people with special needs because of my passion and delight in seeing people happy through my efforts.
One thing you should know about me is I am strong and hardworking.
My skills include driving, cleaning and personal support.
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...
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
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...
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
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I am a fun, caring, professional and helpful individual. I have worked in the education field for the last 5 years with children ages 3-6. I have experience with special needs (Autistic) children, and children ages 2-15. I am a paraprofessional during the day as my full time career and am looking for additional income on the...
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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...
Hi My Name Is Jamie And I'm 22 Years Old And I'm Looking For Babysitting Jobs In The Area.
Oak Lawn, IL
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3 years experience
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light cleaning
grocery shopping
I like working with kids because I like teaching them and watching them learn and grow. I also think you can learn a lot from children
I'm looking for a job that works well with my current schedule. Something part time and sort of regular
I started working with kids when I volunteered at a daycare in 2020. After that was I...
Hi all! I am a 23-year-old recent college graduate from the Ohio State University with a BA in psychology. I have been babysitting and part time nannied a couple times since I was 13 on the south side of Chicago. I have experience with all ages and am comfortable with pets and specials needs. I have worked as an ABA behavior...
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
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I'm 31 years old have worked in a hospital for over 5 years I also have cared for kids with special needs for about 5 years but in a hospital setting I am fluent in Spanish and English I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages . Due to the pandemic I stopped working in a hospital setting because I have twin sisters that...
Alexandrith B. says "I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a part of the...
I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...
Swimming supervision
travel
I have been caring for children since I was 10 years old, gaining experience with kids of all ages, including those with special needs. I'm comfortable managing multiple children at once and creating a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for them.
My approach to childcare is built on patience, creativity, and strong...
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meal prep
light cleaning
I have 4 years of experience as a summer camp councilor taking car of 10+ kids aged 5-10 for 2 hours a day four days a week. Recently, I had the honor of taking over as camp director for our summer drama camp which provided me with the opportunity to work with 42 campers alongside my staff. I had the privilege of being a part...
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My name is Cyndy. I have 18+ years of caring for children, seniors. I do not mind light housekeeping or driving in immediate area. I have transportation w an excellent driving record. I have Great References. Have experience w diabetes, dementia, tbi special needs care and more. I am looking to fill my weekdays as I work...
Sara T. says "Cyndy is reliable, great with people, seniors, and children, kind, patient, honest, and really puts in 100% to what she enjoys doing!"
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- $38/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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I am a 39-year-old, Former Pro athlete with 18 years of child care experience, along side college coaching! I enjoy childcare and community care as a true testimony of my life of service. I have done it all: Twins, multiples, boys, girls, teenagers, special needs and behavior disorders. I have also traveled and provided live-in...
Dinesh J. says "We had the pleasure of interviewing Toccara as a potential nanny for our two children. She was responsive, punctual and delightful. Our daughter took an...
I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
I've been engaged in childcare since the age of 15, and my passion for working with kids has only grown. Currently pursuing a degree in Pediatric Nursing, it's a lifelong dream of mine to contribute to children's well-being. With a 4-year-old brother, I have firsthand experience understanding children. Throughout high school, I...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
respite care
personal care
I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...
Jasmine W. says "She's an angel. Caring and kind."
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20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have been working as a nanny since 1997, I have experience with different age group, and I worked with families in different part of Chicago-land,
I am responsible, reliable, patient, and professional nanny, I have a great love and passion to work with children, I can play, read and engage the child into different activities...
Jeff H. says "Our 2 year old warmed up to Hakima immediately, and enjoys their time together every week. She currently comes over one morning a week, and has been...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.30/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Oak Lawn, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Oak Lawn, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Vickey C.
I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from...
- Chris J.
Miriam M.
I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a...
- Alexandrith B.
Cynthia V.
Cyndy is reliable, great with people, seniors, and children, kind, patient, honest, and really puts in 100% to what she enjoys doing!
- Sara T.
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