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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Park Forest, IL
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
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I am dedicated childcare professional with over four years of experience in both daycare and elementary school settings. Since beginning my career in 2019, I hat served as a teacher's aide in daycare environments, fostering a nurturing and educational atmosphere for early childhood development. Transitioning to elementary...
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My name is Toni. I have worked as a babysitter from middle school through high school. While in my early hs and college years I cleaned homes, I babysat in my early 20s then got a job I absolutely love, working with developmentally disabled adults (I'm still there pt) I have worked with this company the past 24 years and...
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I worked as a Direct Support Professional for 4. 5 years and then became a case manager in a residential facility for 8 months. I current am a program manager for a day program for adults with disabilities. I absolutely love my job and the people I work with. It is my passion to help people with disabilities have a great quality...
Lauren C.
Frankfort, IL
$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello, my name is Lauren, and I am 30 years old. I currently work as a paraprofessional in a special needs school with elementary aged children. Prior to that, I worked as a nurse for about 5 years. I have worked in the ICU, cardiology, mental health, and operating room. I am looking for something for occasional evenings or...
Kamy O.
Lansing, IL
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I have around 3 years of experience in the child care setting! I currently work as a paraprofessional working with special needs children. I am only looking for something seasonal, as I will resume work in the fall. I speak spanish & have a valid drivers license. I enjoy watching movies, taking walks, chill days, running...
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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.
Katina M.
Harvey, IL
$26-35/hr
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Hi my daughter had Cerebral palsy before she passed away in 2001 and I have baby sat for my great nephew who has autism numerous times. I've been taking care of seniors since 1996
Linda N.
Tinley Park, IL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 20+ years of foster care experience. I have 4 children, 31, 28, 20 and 19. I have worked with special needs and Autistic children. I am also Montessori trained. I would like to care for your child part time in my home, perhaps sharing time with a grandparent. School teachers preferred! Let's talk.
Kellie O.
Frankfort, IL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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My mother is a nurse and has taught me everything I know about caring for special needs individuals. Whether it's a child with autism or my 88-year-old Uncle, I enjoy being a special part of their lives and helping in any way I can.
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Hello! I am looking to help people care for their children while they are working. I am a mother of 3 grown children and I have been working with students with special needs for about 7 years. I have a big family and love being the fun aunt to my young nieces and nephews. We love to do crafts, go to the zoo, swim, plays games,...
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"Janice has been with us for almost a year. She watches my 1 year old since he was a newborn while I went to work as a nurse. She is very flexible and dependable. She follows directions precisely and is great...
Reviewed by Angela K.
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I'd describe my personality as patient, kind and creative.
I like working with kids because they are fun and have lots of things to teach us.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible.
I started working with kids when I started babysitting at the age of 11!
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family, bake, read and...
Lauren S.
Frankfort, IL
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. Hi my name is Lauren! I am 23 years old. I have more then 10 years of babysitting, I nanny when I'm not in school too, currently I'm a runner and swimmer, I am as swim instructor at lock port park district I also work at the before and after care for...
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Hi, families my name is Sarah and I have been caring for children since I was young. I have cared for infants-teenagers and also children with special needs. I am able to change diapers, naptime, light household tasks, run errands, read books, arts and crafts, go on walks, play at the park and help keep your children safe and...
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Hello my name is Melissa. I'm 32 years old with 15+ years of experience, newborn-16. I am very comfortable with all the experiences which come with taking care of children, including special needs. I have spent several years working in Childcare with 3 families in particular long term. I realized once I had my own kids, the...
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Hi, my name is Jacquelyn. I am currently looking to work as a caregiver. I do currently work as a CNA. My biggest goal is to not only do my job, but provide a smile in the process. I think I will be a good fit for your family if given the chance.
Kesheva P.
Chicago Heights, IL
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am a registered behavioral Therapist I have been working with children diagnosed with Autism and other mental and behavioral disabilities. I love working with all children of all levels of cognition. Working with a population as such requires additional education and training which I am qualified for.
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I found my passion in working with the special needs population when I was 17 years old. Since then, I have worked with many abilities and ages in a variety of settings-everything from school, home, and recreation. I have experience working with autism and down syndrome individuals as well. I have spent a lot of time...
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I am a retired LPN and certified in CPR. I recently became a licensed substitute teacher in pre-school - 12th grade. I have worked with mentally and physically challenged children for five years. As an LPN, I have worked w children as a home health care nurse.
Nicole R.
Frankfort, IL
$14-30/hr • 6 yrs exp
Dependable, Compassionate Caregiver Familiar With Special Needs
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Hi! I am excited for the opportunity to provide care & assistance to those who need extra TLC. Though my main position has been either a nanny or tutor, while performing these roles, I was responsible for providing care to children (and one adult) with special needs ranging from ADHD, autism, apraxia, ODD, GAD, seizure disorder,...
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I have a vast amount of experience ranging from providing nursing assistant care in a Pediatric Acute Unit and Peds ICU unit to working as a nanny for a high profile family in Germany. Because of my healthcare experience, I have worked with children of all ages and those who have special needs as well. I understand the need for...
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