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Phylicia M.

Registered Nurse

Plainfield, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Specialty in caring for patients with special needs. I also care for patients with disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy and many other developmental disorders. I have worked with patients from newborn to adult, Developmental Disability Nurses are an important point of contact for patients...
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Hi My Name Is Nicole!

Yorkville, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
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Hello! My name is Nicole and I have just recently graduated from SDSU as a student athlete with human biology and microbiology degrees. I have spent the last year working at the Children's Museum of South Dakota where I worked with a lot of children along with worked along side with individuals with special needs. I also have a...
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Naperville, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Ami! I have been watching kids with special needs since I was in elementary school. I fell in love with kids with special needs and now currently babysit an 11 yr old. I assist him with dressing, changing diapers, making his meals, preparing and giving him his meds and I can handle a situation if he has a seizure....
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Medical Assistant

Yorkville, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
My name is Leah, and I am a dedicated and experienced Certified Medical Assistant with over 20 years of hands-on clinical expertise in both skilled nursing facilities and physician office settings. I specialize in primary care, geriatrics, behavioral health, and home care, bringing a compassionate, patient-centered approach to...
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Naperville, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Ami and I am graduating college at Gallaudet University with my bachelors in elementary education in May 2025. I love working with kids. I plan on continuing school to get my masters degree. I used to watch kids with disabilities for parents that needed a little bit of a break. I also watch typical kids and I...
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Aurora, IL

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$38/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Raised 5 children of my own. plus an additional 15 years experience with child care from new born to young adults, as well as special needs with 6 years experience. Grandma of 10
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Plainfield, IL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Ophelia, I have been taking care of people for the past 10 years plus . I have experience in all areas with kids adults and special need. I know there are a lot of people out there that needs a little help. I love this job because it makes me feel good that I'm helping other people that needs help I love to...
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Yorkville, IL

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$20/hr
9 years experience
I've worked with disabled intellectual individuals for over 9 years now. I can preform anything between hands on care, giving medications, or running errands if needed. I have a wide range of experience so don't be afraid to ask any questions you may have! My goal is that you and your family feel comfortable and and at ease...
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Part Time Caregiver

Aurora, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
hello my name is alma I have 1 year of experience with a disable young woman she had a stroke and she was bound in a wheelchair with her left side paralyzed. I use to do personal hygiene change diapers and feed her.
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Experienced With Young And Special Needs Children

Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
I have been working with children since 2019, where I served as a teaching assistant/student mentor in a Chicago public school as part of the City Year public service program. After this program I worked in a daycare, mainly with infants-toddlers, and most recently I worked with autistic children ages 4-11 in a one-on-one...
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Yorkville, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I worked with children who have special needs for about a year and feel that I have enough experience to help out.
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Caregiver

Plainfield, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I have 11 years exceptional experience with assisting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, 4 years and counting living with 2 individuals, 1- an young male w/ autistic spectrum disorder and 2- intellectual disability and sickle cell anemia. I absolutely love and take pride in what I do.
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Sympathetic Caregiver for Special needs

Aurora, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Sympathetic Caregiver for Special needs
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Child care

Plainfield, IL

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$23/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hey! My name is Emily and I am 20 years old. I love to work with children. I believe that I bring a lot to the table as I am young, allowing me to have energy and creativity, but also have the experience needed to make a respectable caregiver. I am seeking a family I can be as helpful as possible to. I am willing to enforce...
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Bolingbrook, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I'm 23 years old. I currently have my paraprofessional license, CPR/AED, and Mental Health certification. I am also a certified Behavioral Therapist. I have about 3 years of paid experience working with kids. I have about 1 year of experience working with children who have special needs. I am currently enrolled at College of...
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Part-Time Caregiver

Aurora, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I have a lot of experience with children and young adults with special needs. I have been a school psychologist for 25 years, and have a lot of background knowledge about various conditions. I used to work with families to provide respite care for their children in the evenings and weekends. I am very patient and caring with...
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I Love Working With All Children. Special Needs Or Not They All Have A Special Place In My Heart.

Aurora, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
My mom has ran a home daycare since I was 8 so I have been around children a ton. I have experience with kids ages 0-15. I have special needs experience and infant experience. I love doing arts and crafts with kids and playing games inside and outside. I am 100% flexible with needs such as transportation, grocery shopping, light...
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I Am 19 Years Old, I Absolutely Love Kids, Of Any Age, And I Can Put A Smile On Anyone's Face. :)

Yorkville, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have almost 2 years of experience with kids with special needs. I can help with G Tubes and Bladder Management Assistance. I can also lift and transfer children. I am comfortable in any setting, I love pets, it is easy for me to become comfortable. Any other request I am happy to learn so your child can receive the best...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Aurora, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I have seven years experience as a caregiver in Alzheimer's/ stroke, heart disease, cancer recovery, hospice, etc. I enjoy seeing the relief that I can bring to my clients and the relief of their relatives.
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Bolingbrook, IL

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$16/hr
1 year experience
I have about a year of paid experience working with special needs children. RBT Certified. Paraprofessional license.

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