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Katherine J.

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Naperville, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hello, My name is Katie and one of my favorite activities is to help children. I have worked with children and young adults with disabilities all over the spectrum. With my exceptional experiences in proving care to all special need children and young adults. Having the ability to obtain the huge knowledge of various caregiver...
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Aurora, IL

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$15/hr
I have had three semesters of experience working with individuals with disabilities being a student intern and student observer in special needs classrooms. At the elementary level, I have worked with students in both secluded and co-taught settings with a range of disabilities including ADHD, autism spectrum disorder,...
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Experienced And Caring Sitter

Shorewood, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
I have 4 years of experience within an elementary education and early education setting. Worked at a school for children with special needs in the preschool setting. Currently, I teach first grade in Naperville; therefore I have CPR training and am highly qualified for early childhood development. I believe in providing everyone...
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Lockport, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have work as a caregiver live in , also children's with autism I have more than 15 years experience with both
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Medical Assistant 20 Years Experience

Lockport, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been a medical assistant for over 20 years. My background is in Orthopedic Spine and out patient surgery. Home health is a path I started 3 years ago when the physician I was employed by retired. My heart is in home health now, it has been truly rewarding. In the past three years I have worked with quadriplegic and the...
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Aurora, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
I have been working for Clare Woods Academy for the past 13 years. I have extensive experience with special needs children, I. e. autism, Down's syndrome, learning disability, behavioral and O. D. D. Issues. I am also an RBT Therapist. Prior to the aforementioned I was a Readu Ing Intervention Aide,
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Care Provider

Shorewood, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Occupational therapist looking for a side job (either part time and/or as needed). I have worked in an adult day center, schools with kids 3-22, pediatric outpatient clinic and a psychiatric hospital. I have experience with a wide variety of needs. I am able to help with all personal needs, run errands, tidy up, meal prep, and...
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Shorewood, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children, and my time as a babysitter reinforced this calling. Now, with over three years of experience, I'm ready to make an even greater impact on young lives. As a caregiver, I bring patience, creativity, and a friendly approach to every interaction. I...
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Compassionate, Patient, Helpful Caregiver

Romeoville, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I have trained as an EMT, paramedic, and nurse, as well as clinical training with health issues of all varieties. I have worked with children for 8 years as a nanny/house manager and at a daycare. I have great cleaning, cooking, and communication skills with a compassionate, patient, nonjudgmental, and helpful demeanor. My rate...
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Aurora, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Prior to 2012, I worked the public school districts 93 and 4 as a Reading Intervention Aide where I targeted and supported elementary aged students struggling to read. Since 2012 I have been working at Clare Woods Academy as a Paraprofessional working with a variety of ages and children with Special Needs... I. e. Autism, Downs...
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Pre-K/Lead School Age Teacher Wanting To Help Parents In Need

Romeoville, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
Greetings, My name is Brandon, and I am currently offering weekend caregiving support for school-aged children. I work full-time as a teacher and am enrolled in a doctoral program in Educational Leadership while completing my principal credentials. I hold a master's degree in Special Education and have over 10 years of...
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Crest Hill, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
I'm a flexible and reliable babysitter with 6 years of experience caring for kids of all ages, including those with special needs, babies and newborns. I love planning fun, educational activities that keep children engaged and happy. I'm CPR certified, fluent in Spanish, and speak some French. Safety, patience, and clear...
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Kind, Caring, Fun Loving Adult To Care For Your Children

Aurora, IL

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$20/hr
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
I am a professional woman with an AAS in Education for Paraprofessionals. I currently work with seniors and 1 young adult with special needs. I enjoy engaging in other's interests and also teaching and learning about new things with others. I speak Spanish, but I am not a native language speaker. I will do household chores once...
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Behavior Technician With Kids On Spectrum

Bolingbrook, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
hi there ! I can work with children and seniors with disability's and autism , I have a special place in my heart to help build relationships and help with everyday needs ! I have memory care and autism related therapy and assistance experience. I was a behavioral technician for kids under 12 with autism and related disorders...
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Nanny Needed?

Aurora, IL

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Hi everyone! My name is Emma, and I'm a Junior at North Central College in Naperville. I'm currently working as a nanny, but the family's schedule will unfortunately no longer align with my new class schedule starting in January. Beginning in January, my availability will be: • Monday & Wednesday: Open all day until 4 p.m....
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Loving Mother Sharing, Love.

Crest Hill, IL

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$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a mother four, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some love with others. Senior care caregiving over 15 years, Alzheimer's dementia, Parkinson special needs adults MS , ALS, paraplegic and also experience with Hoyer lift. I'd describe my personality as : Caring , loving, dependable. I like caring for...
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Professional Babysitter

Naperville, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi Families, My name is Priscila, I'm a professional nanny based in Naperville with over 10 years of hands-on childcare experience. I am deeply passionate about supporting children's growth in a safe, nurturing, and developmentally. Here's a bit about my background and certifications: • CPR & AED certified by the American...
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Letter To Families Telling Them About Who I Am.

Aurora, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Compassionate, experienced, and reliable nanny with over a decade of experience caring for children from infancy through the teenage years. My background includes both live-in and live-out roles, as well as household management. I've worked primarily with families on the North Shore and recently relocated to Naperville. Skilled...
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Naperville, IL

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$15/hr
Hi, I'm Katie. I have lived in Naperville for over 25 years and seeking my next nanny opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised. My background caring for infants, toddlers, and young adults with special needs started when I worked as a high school assistant. In college, I...
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Bilingual Babysitter

Aurora, IL

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$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi there! I'm a program coordinator at a nonprofit organization with plenty of experience working with kids. I have previously worked as a substitute teacher for grades pre-k through 12. I also have experience working with refugees and kids with special needs. In addition to that, I'm bilingual and I'm known to be patient,...
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  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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