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Laurie B.

Experience with Special Needs

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 years of experience in special ed. I was a teachers aide at kirk school in Palatine for 3 years. I have also been a private caregiver for an adult male with special needs and a. caregiver to a lovely little boy for over 3 years my most recent job was with a little boy with autism.

Care Member says "Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie always...

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21 Years Old, Palatine,IL,Elementary Education Major

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi Families! I am an Education Major at Mizzou and will be a senior in the fall. I can start immediately - days, nights, weekends, and with little notice. I have a reliable, safe SUV to drive your children. I enjoy kids of all ages and abilities. I bring several years of experience being a nanny to a family with special needs....

Chris D. says "Great with children, very polite"

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Special Needs Care For Your Child

Palatine, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have worked with many special need children. While in high school, I helped the special needs in homework and everyday basic activities. I also read with them and interacted with them. I created lots of bonds with them. Also, I have experience with autistic children as well. Not only have I worked with special needs but have...
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Palatine, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have a passion to make people feel happy , feel loved, and feel safe. I love working with kids and adults who have disabilities. Previous experience includes: Working for NWSRA and Clearbrook! I worked an after school program with school aged children and a day program on weekends with adults. I have some home care...
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Part Time Care Giver Available

Palatine, IL

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$20/hr
The past 2 school years I have worked 1:1 with special education students at the junior high level. I have worked with some kids with a disability at a summer camp as well.
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Palatine, IL

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Hi, my name is Kurt and I am currently a Special Education Teacher at an Elementary School in Glenview, Il. I recently graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in Special Education for students ages 3-22. I hold a Professional Educator License and have trainings on various curriculums. I have experience teaching...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available Who Is Also A Certified Nurse's Assistant

Palatine, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I personally have not had a one on one basis with a special needs child, but I have experience dealing with older people who have dementia, multiple sclerosis, and many other disadvantages. I currently am employed as a CNA but also have a couple of home health residents during the day for a couple of hours. I thoroughly enjoy...
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Palatine, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi, I'm Audrea. I have approximately 15 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. I will always strive to make sure your loved ones of all ages is safe and having fun. I'm certified in...
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CNA , Caregiver,

Palatine, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I'm a CNA and Worked in Hospitals, Nursing homes , Private duties for many years. Like to provide best care to anybody with compassionate heart. Also I will apply my experience knowledge when needed. Family won't have any worries when I'm with them. Very hard working, honest , responsible, have my own car . U S Citizen . Take...
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Part Time Caregiver

Palatine, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Christina. I have been a nanny for 8 years to a family I love. Two boys. One is on the autism spectrum. He is 8 now but I began caring for him when he was 6 months old. I have also cared for a 12-year-old boy after school who is on the spectrum. I've also been a Special Education Assistant and I'm the past have...
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Awesome Caregiver Here !

Palatine, IL

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Hi there. I hope you are all well. Please allow me to tell you a bit about myself. I was a special education teacher for about 26 years. I have knowledge working with infants up to seniors with special needs. I am familiar and have facilitated all of the items checked on my application. I have experience tending to all...
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Part Time Babysitter Available Some Evenings And Some Weekends, Also Experienced With Special Needs

Palatine, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
I am a mother of two grown children, a grandmother of a 20 yr old young lady . Who works part time as a school bus assistant and also a Zumba instructor. Love the spark of life children put in my days! Seems I am always surrounded by them. :) I have been working for District 15 for 26 years now while in between routes I teach...
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Palatine, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
I'm a dedicated childcare professional with over 5 years of experience. Currently pursuing a degree in children's therapy at Walden University, I'm passionate about nurturing children's emotional, cognitive, and social development. I attend online school so I'm available long past summer! I currently work as a Behavioral...
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Palatine, IL

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I work in a nursery at my church . I watch kids during church services. I also have baby sat for younger neighbors in my past. I am able to help with special needs if needed. I went to my moms work a few times and worked with them, also I was in best buddies in High School.
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Palatine, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
I will always strive to make sure your child of all ages is safe and having fun. I'm certified in first-aid and CPR, as well as special needs care. I'm looking forward to meeting you
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Part Time Caregiver

Palatine, IL

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Makila, and I am currently a sophomore in college. I am going to be studying nursing with the dreams of becoming a pediatric oncology nurse. I have been babysitting for almost 10years now, and I love kids. I'm certified in babysitting, CPR, special needs care, and I'm also a certified nursing assistant, so your...
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Palatine, IL

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Hello Families! My name is Heaven, and I'm finishing up my second year of college studying Early Childhood Education . I've had the pleasure of working with many amazing families, caring for children ranging from 3 months to 9 years old. I also have experience with twins (ages 3 months to 6 years), as well as families of three...
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Hello!

Palatine, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
My name is Isabella and I'm an energetic and dedicated 21-year-old! I specialize in childcare for children 0-10, and those with special needs. I'm a current graduate student, and youth services librarian.
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Full Or Part Time Nanny Position

Palatine, IL

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$18/hr
13 years experience
My name is Marlena. I have over 13 years of experience caring for children from newborn to school age. For me it's not just a job and it shows as I am caring, nurturing and dedicated and parents and children love me. My skills include working with special needs kids such as autism, speech and other developmental delays and...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Palatine, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
dementia
hospice services
respite care
I have been a caregiver working in senior care and special Ed for several years . I worked at Kirk school for 4 years with special needs children and . I was a caregiver to a special needs boy for 4 years while doing senior care in the morning . I also worked with children years ago and have college courses in early childhood
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  • The average post rate is $18.43/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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