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From a very early age I've known that childcare was going to be the direction in which I wanted to go with my career by eventually becoming a Pediatric Neontal Nurse Practitioner. In high school, I participated in countless organizations in which we were sent out to spend time with regularly developing children as well as...
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I have been watching kids for a 9 years now. I love having playtime with kids. I am good at putting kids down for bedtime. I am also great at working with special needs children, have lots of experience and great references. I am 29 but I think that's what makes me a great nanny because I can connect with the kids on their...
5.0
"We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the girls adore her. This is our first week with her but so far it's been a...
Reviewed by Nicole B.
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I recently stopped doing clinic work but would like to continue providing care a couple days a week. I'm available as a backup or special event sitter, as well as, part time two to three days per week.
I'm an Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience working with newborn children all the way to 100 years old. In addition,...
5.0
"Shannon has been a part of my family for 15 years. She is an amazing person and incredibly trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone to serve your family."
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Nichole W.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-31/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...
5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated...
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5.0
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I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
5.0
"She is super flexible and always had fun activities planned for the kids. They adored her. She was always on time, energetic, and ready to care for the kids. She went above and beyond."
Reviewed by Lisette L.
Lakeia P.
Crete, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
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I've Worked Hands On With Special Needs Children in a School Environment and Adults As A Sitter While Hospitalized. My Special Needs Experience With Children Was With Primary Age To Intermediate Age At A. E. R. O, ECHO And SPEED Special Education, From1997 To 2000. I Worked As A Sitter from 2015 to 2019 At St. James Hospital For...
5.0
"She does a great job with my daughter, very kind."
Reviewed by Julia O.
5.0
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Afordable and quality care provider!! I I have many references, CNA, CPR and DSP certified! Very reasonable many employment references , in the nursing of Illinois registry, fingerprinted in all 50 states, certified have very great reliable transportation! Fully vaccinated also!
5.0
"Very good about the patients needs"
Reviewed by Diane M.
Madison B.
Frankfort, IL
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi! My name is Madison and I am currently a senior at GVSU. I am 22 years old and will be graduating with my nursing degree in late April. I have been babysitting/ nannying for years now and am also employed at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago & work on the hematology/oncology floor. For the past 6 summers I have been a full...
5.0
"Madison has been working for us for the past three months, and she is fantastic! She has kept our four children (ages 2-8) happy and engaged all summer long. From developing a reward system for good behavior,...
Reviewed by Kaitlin O.
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Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide
include but are not limited to...
Jenna R.
Munster, IN
$5-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!
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I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...
5.0
"We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "
Reviewed by Maria W.
Kimberly R.
Thornton, IL
$16-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment
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I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...
5.0
"Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family. We miss her terribly and would hire her again if she...
Reviewed by Andrea G.
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Hi! My name is Dani, and I am a school social worker at an elementary school. I am a licensed social worker with several years of experience working with kids, especially children and adults with special needs such as Autism. My previous job was as a behavior clinician- no tantrum is too big for me to handle!
I have 4 younger...
5.0
"Dani is Amazing! She did everything we asked and more. Our kids loved her and they said she was the best babysitter they have ever had! "
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First, I would like to thank you for viewing my profile. I am pleased to tell you that I am a personable and reliable nanny with 10+ years' progressive experience in providing child care and early childhood development. I worked as a Lead Teacher with all age groups at a daycare for 4 years all whilst nannying for multiple...
5.0
"Asia is a very compassionate and caring individual. She was a companion for my 91 year old mother that was recently diagnosed with dementia. She engaged my mother in conversation and activities. They had...
Reviewed by Mary W.
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I love children. This is what I am going to school to pursue. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy...
5.0
"My daughter loved her. Jasmine responded quick & answered every question I had. She also sent pictures, when asked with no problem. Will be hiring again ."
Reviewed by Edriana D.
Meghan L.
Oak Forest, IL
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Meghan. I am 24 years old and have many years of experience working with younger kids. I have worked in daycare settings for a little over 2 years, and have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I am currently a pre-kindergarten teacher for children ages 3-5, including children with special needs. I...
Brian A.
Chicago Heights, IL
$16-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
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My name is Brian, and I grew up as a middle child one older brother and one younger sister. my older brother is autistic and my younger sister is on the spectrum but also has Asperger's.
I'd describe my personality as bright, energetic, and fun.
I like caring for people with special needs because I find a certain comfort in...
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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...
Shamari A.
Matteson, IL
$18-50/hr • 3 yrs exp
Hello My Name Is Mari Nice To Meet You! My Availability Is Saturdays Only Until Further Notice.
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Hello my name is Mari
I have plenty of experience in Child care services. Especially working with children with special needs. I work as a special education paraprofessional and training to become a registered behavior technician. I'm also CPR and AED certified.
I'd describe my personality as
Kind, Charismatic, and...
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Hi My name is Riza 32yrs old Filipino living in sauk village illinois. I
love working with senior people or special needs with there daily living activities such as Bathing, shower, help feeding, preparing meals, dressing, med reminders, encouraging exercise, light housekeeping, transferring's, What I love working for them is...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Olympia Fields, IL
Keairra M.
5.0
We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the girls adore her. This is our first week with her but so far it's been a great experience for our family! We hope to see continual growth and progress in the...
- Nicole B.
Shannon H.
5.0
Shannon has been a part of my family for 15 years. She is an amazing person and incredibly trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone to serve your family.
- Care member
Nichole W.
5.0
Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100% and look forward to working with...
- Care member
Dalia M.
5.0
Very professional, you can tell that Dalia is very passionate and caring when working with children. It was great that she was also an educator and my kids loved learning from her. No family could go wrong with having Ms. M. looking after their precious gems.
- Juan C.
Patricia B.
5.0
She does a great job with my daughter, very kind.
- Julia O.
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