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My name is Kelly! I've been in childcare and senior care for 5+ years. I previously worked in healthcare but am looking for a career change! I am CPR and bls certified and have extensive first aid training. I am upbeat and love kids and energetic and I love making peoples day better. I have worked with special needs children...
Shelby P.
Vernon Hills, IL
$30-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
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My name is Shelby, I'm a 27-year-old social worker at a residential treatment facility. I currently work with developmentally delayed teenage boys with mental health disorders and behavioral concerns. I started caring for others with babysitting 13 years ago and have done it on and off since. I have also worked at 2 elementary...
Colleen B.
Mount Prospect, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
2 Teaching Degrees And Going For 3rd MA In Special Ed.
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Worked for Chicago Park District for 17 years with All children as an instructor and supervisor. Received my Undergrad from Northeastern in Elementary Ed. and PE along with an Endorsement in Language Arts, Professional Nanny and Babysitter for 8 years and currently babysit nights and weekends. Teacher, Substitute Teacher at...
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Hello! My name is Memory, I have 7 years working in senior and special needs care. I have also worked on a dementia ward in one of my past careers. I have a lot of knowledge, understanding and experience in helping people with different health conditions. I used to care for my mother in law, this experience gave me an idea of...
Katharine S.
Winnetka, IL
$30-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Inspiring Growth And Joy: Nanny Specializing In Special Needs Care
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This past May, I graduated from the University of Iowa with a BA in Psychology. I have always had a passion for working with kids and young adults, especially those with disabilities and/or mental health illnesses. During school, I worked as a Direct Support Professional in Iowa City, IA. I was at an enhanced behavioral and...
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I am going into my senior year as a special education student. I have experience working with students of all different ages, and needs. My degree is for k-21 but I have experience beyond those ages as well. As I'm currently in school I will be available to help out in a variety of ways mostly on weekends.
Martina P.
Park Ridge, IL
$23/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi my name is Martina. I've been a nanny for about 8 years. I've worked with infants, toddlers and children with special-needs.
I'm very warm and caring towards the children I work with, and I also prioritize them having fun when I'm babysitting them. I know it can be hard for the kids when their parents need a babysitter to...
Dezjah W.
Skokie, IL
$37/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I have experience working as a preschool teacher assistant with Chicago Public Schools. I am also very familiar working with children in the foster care system. I have worked for SOS children's Village for 3 years where I worked as relief parent. I have...
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Hello, my name is Zoe and I live in Elk Grove Village. I've been babysitting/nannying for the past six years.
A little bit about me is that I'm an animal lover, love doing crafts, listening to music, doing fun activities, baking / trying new recipes, and reading. I have also worked with special needs children and grew up with...
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I worked in one of the nursing homes for a year. I have been working with several home health agencies since 2010. I also worked some private duty caring for young people with special needs.
Jennifer M.
Wheeling, IL
$23-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am an experienced mother who has cared for two special needs children. My daughter had cancer at 9. My son was speech and language delayed, LD, and has ADHD.
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I am 32 years old and I am a full-time single mom to a beautiful 3-year-old boy with autism. I have experience with special needs and challenging behaviors. I have worked for a couple of daycare's. I have also worked with elderly with Alzheimer's and dementia. I have always been a caregiver of some sorts. I understand the...
Jennifer B.
Highwood, IL
$20-25/hr
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I've worked with kids that have special needs for over 10 years, and it is truly my passion and so lucky that I get to do this as my job! They bring so much joy to my life!
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Hello, I have extensive experience taking care of children with special needs, disabled adults and the elderly. Are you looking for quality care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled caregiver with 15+ years experience. I have excellent references and have experience to help in the hospital. I...
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I was a live in care giver and life manager for a young adult with Down syndrome for 6 years. Previously I was a house manager for busy household with 2 homes to care and manage in the city and suburbs. Love to care for others and lighten the load on parents!
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I have 1 year experience as a special education paraprofessional. Students needs include significant cognitive disabilities, multiple disabilities, autism, hearing and visual impairments, physical and health impairments, communication disorders, sensory and behavioral impairments. I worked persistently to ensure the students...
Patricia S.
Wheeling, IL
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I am a full-time single mom to a beautiful 3-year-old boy with autism. I have experience with special needs and challenging behaviors. I have worked for a couple of daycare's and worked with all age groups but mainly infants. I have also worked with elderly with Alzheimer's and dementia. I have always been a caregiver of some...
Eva S.
Skokie, IL
$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hi there, I'm a mature, responsible, reliable, college graduated professional with more than 10 years experience working with children from in diverse home, school and daycare settings. Currently working full time and looking for Saturday/Sunday hours only. Experienced with kids with special needs.
I'm a mom of an 11 years old...
Kaitlyn A.
Rolling Meadows, IL
$15-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hi! My name is Kaitlyn and I am 25 years old. I am a special education teacher but babysit on weeknights and weekends. I have had a passion for children since I was little and have had many babysitting jobs. I have an abundant amount of experiences working with kids who have special needs as well as infants. I am CPR and First...
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"Kaitlyn helped us out on short notice and was great with our 11 month old. We were able to have a night out without any concerns. It was also a plus that she was comfortable with our 3 dogs (including a very...
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Hello! My name is Allison and I am excited to be your babysitter, nanny, and/or tutor. I graduated from Elon University in 2019 with a BA in Human Services & International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I spent the past two academic years working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
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