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Hi! My name is Autumn, and I have over 5 years of childcare experience working with children of all ages, including newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-aged children, teens, twins, and children with special needs.
Working with children is something I truly love and am passionate about. I enjoy creating a safe,...
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Hi! I have over 10 years of experience caring for individuals with special needs including severe/profound disabilities, dementia, stroke care and more. I am a current special education teacher looking for a part time opportunity. I have experience with grooming, bathing, and hygiene care. With me, individuals will receive...
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I have worked for senior care for more than 2 years now. I have a graduate degree, reliable transportation and weekend availability/ preference. I offer transportation, errands/shopping, light housekeeping, meal preparation, medical management, and mobility assistance. I understand special needs and memory care.
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Nurturing young minds and supporting families is my passion. With five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, I bring a patient, calm, creative, and friendly approach to childcare. I hold a college degree and am comfortable caring for up to three children at a time. I am skilled at...
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I am an experienced caregiver with a compassionate approach and a strong background in supporting the elderly and individuals with special needs. Having taken care of my grandpa, I developed skills in preparing nutritious meals, assisting with personal hygiene, and ensuring his comfort through daily routines. I am proficient in...
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Caring for children has been a meaningful part of my life for years, especially through helping raise my two younger sisters-a 5-year-old with special needs and a 2-year-old. This experience has taught me patience, responsibility, adaptability, and the importance of creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can...
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Hi! My name is Caris, and I'm a compassionate and reliable caregiver with experience working with both children and seniors. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with two years of experience, including working at ROPH. I am also CPR certified and trained to handle emergencies safely and calmly.
I currently work as an aide...
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As a former middle school librarian, high school teacher, and university librarian, I have always had a passion for education and working with children. For decades, I've spent my summers nannying, which led me to realize how much I love one-on-one interaction. Over the past six years, I've had the privilege of caring for a...
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10 years experience
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I have 15 years of childcare experience and five years of classroom experience working at childcare centers, preschools, and elementary schools. I have experience working with children of a variety of ages, from newborns to school age and have a lot of experience working with special needs children. I hold an Associate's Degree...
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I've always had a knack for caring for children, I was even given the award of being the most caring student in my class. Growing up as the oldest daughter of three and one of the oldest cousins, I grew up around many kids. This has also helped me establish my leadership asset which I have brought into my cheerleading team which...
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Hi, I'm Caroline! I am a graduate student pursuing my Masters of Social Work (with education on early childhood development) and an experienced babysitter.
Growing up, my family fostered infants before they were adopted, so I am comfortable with newborn and early infant care. I have also babysat throughout my life from ages...
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Hi! My name is Molly, I am a recent graduate in Illinois, and current master's student studying to become a pediatric speech-language pathologist. I have experience working with kids of all ages, from infants to teens, through babysitting, camp counseling, coaching, and as an assistant teacher at a day care center. I also have...
Hello I'm Layna:) I care about creating a fun and comfortable environment for children of all ages. While babysitting I love playing outside, board games, puzzles, arts and crafts, etc. I am comfortable caring for any amount of children, any age. I also have great experience with people with special needs. I am a sophomore in...
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Hello! I am a college student pursuing a degree in psychology who plans to attend grad school to work as a pediatric occupational therapist or psychologist. I love working with kids. I have been a summer camp counselor for kids ranging in ages from 7 to 16 for the past two summers at Camp Henry in Michigan. I have been...
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Hi there! My name is Hermas. I have been nannying professionally for 6 years, and I previously worked in Chicago Public Schools as a special needs teacher assistant. I have experience with ages ranging from newborn to 13, including helping with school pick-ups, transportation to and from extracurricular activities and swim...
Caregiver With An Open Schedule. I Have Experience In Occupational Therapy And Mental Health.
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Hi! I'm an occupational therapist seeking a part-time caregiver role. I have 15+ years of experience in caring for children and adults with injuries, special needs, behavioral health issues, and disabling conditions, as well as people with chronic conditions. I'm looking for a role that allows me to work with folks who need...
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Hello, Mary Grace and I'm a nanny in the Chicago area! I have experience in child development and special needs care. Currently I am looking for 25-45 a week, and go start in mid August or beginning of September!
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Hi! I'm Maggie. I love working with kids and creating a fun, active, and supportive environment where they can learn and grow. I have experience as a nanny, camp counselor, personal assistant, and swim instructor, including working with children with special needs through AngelFish.
I currently teach yoga and Pilates, so I love...
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I am currently in graduate school working toward becoming a health professional, but in the past I have worked as a Special Education paraprofessional and ESL instructor for children ages 6-17, preschool assistant teacher for ages 3-5, and in various other privately employed childcare roles. I primarily have experience...
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Hi there! I'm Zahria, affectionately known as Ms. Z by my little ones. With three years of experience as a daycare teacher, I've had the privilege of working with children from infants to 12-year-olds, including those with special needs and disabilities. I take pride in being able to form strong connections with each child,...
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