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Anna B.

Hi, I'm Anna!

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
4 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Full Time Nanny Looking For A Family Hi everyone!! My name is Anna, I am currently looking to help anyone who needs an extra hand at home. I can help care for your children and do light house cleaning. I have 4+ years of experience with babysitting and working at a daycare. I love animals so if you have any pets I can help...

Gwen V. says "The sweetest and kindest of them all! We just love her! Always, always punctual and reliable!"

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Dedicated In-Home Senior Care | Personalized Support

Lockport, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
hospice services
home modification
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...

Christina K. says "Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing...

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Downers Grove, IL

4.9(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Mom of one adult female (25) years old. Who loves children. Looking for a caring and loving professional family to assist with their child care needs. At the age of 11 years old I watched 3 children under the age(s) of 5 years old. During my teenage years I babysat regularly for neighbors and family. In my adult years have...

Carol G. says "Christina is a very loving, professional, intelligent individual who would make an excellent child care provider."

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Super Nanny

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been taking care of children since 1985. I have been a nanny all over USA until 2002. I decided to make a change and moved to Mainland China (Shenzhen) to teach English. Now I own a small kindergarten in Shenzhen. Because they do not accept or understand learning issues in children, our school gets many special kids. My...

Justin B. says "Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better...

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Babysitter/Nanny

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a senior in college studying nursing. I have lots of experience nannying. I love children and have worked with kids of all ages, even those with special needs! I am looking for a part time/as needed job in the Joliet/Plainfield area while I finish my last semester!

Jackie F. says "Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was...

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Kind, Fun Grandmotherly Sitter Who Adores Children

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm a warm, responsible and mature woman with many years of experience taking care of all ages of children, including those with special needs. I believe in doing all kinds of age appropriate activities with little ones as it helps them grow and learn. I will do crafts, use building toys, read and play games with your children,...

Care Member says "Lillian provided excellent care for our daughter. She is a very caring individual. She cared for our daughter when she was a toddler and she always...

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I Will Treat Your Child(ren) Like My Own! Occupational Therapy Practitioner And Pro Photographer

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Janine and I am the Mama to an amazing 14-year-old boy. I have worked with caring for, teaching, and bringing love into children's lives for about 22 years. I have been a lead teacher for 6 years (infants and toddlers), and have been a nanny for 9 different families in the past. I am an occupational therapy...

Lindsey B. says "Janine is a wonderful nanny/babysitter. She has such a calm demeanor and is so extremely patient with kids. My kiddos always have the best time when she...

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Homer Glen, IL

4.1(1)
from
$24/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a natural-born caregiver with 18 years of experience, I have a deep-rooted passion for nurturing and supporting children. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered the immense joy and fulfillment that comes from positively impacting young lives. Since then, I have dedicated myself...

Heather W. says "It was a pleasure having Cassie as a sitter for my children. Cassie is very upbeat, dependable and was willing to drive my kids to all of their after...

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Lemont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! I am CPR certified, and currently work part time at a daycare center. I would describe my personality as Fun, Loving, Nurturing, Empathetic & Creative. I am passionate about teaching and working with infants & toddlers/kids. I love to have fun with the kids while creating a safe environment for the children to learn,...

Care Member says "Niki is considerate, caring, and kind. We have 2 toddlers who are a handful. She displays patience at a level we all wish to achieve. She is also...

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Lemont, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Experienced caregiver for children, elderly, and pets - patient, reliable, and nurturing. Hi, I'm Therese! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, elderly adults, and pets. I'm calm, compassionate, and highly dependable. Experience includes: • Special needs care (nonverbal autism, ADHD, sensory needs,...

Katrina J. says "We hired Terry to watch our two Doberman's while we were out of town for a week. She was amazing and took great care of them! We loved that she kept us...

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Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Yasmina , I am a mother of two kids and am currently working at an elementary school where I support students with special needs. I enjoy helping them learn , grow and have fun . I understand how important is when it comes to your little ones, and I look forward to creating a safe and joyful experience for your...

Salva A. says "I have nothing but good things to say about Yasmina, first off shes really punctual and polite , I just knew my kids will love her ,and they did. She kept...

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Experience With Traumatic Brain Injuries, Disabilities

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been trained in reflex integration, TBI recovery related to strokes, brain injury, visual-auditory-sensory issues. I work with infants to adults.

Connie B. says "Loving and wonderful. A great addition to our team. She has worked with ASD children for a long time and not only understands them but also what the...

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Naperville, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in licensed childcare facilities for about 7 years as a lead teacher, assistant director and director. In these facilities I cared for children 6 weeks to 12 years of age. I have also been a nanny for many families as well as have extensive babysitting experience. I am comfortable with caring for multiple children,...
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Downers Grove, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as patient, considerate, and easy-going. I started my first and only job babysitting when I was 16, I babysat an infant over the course of summer for five hours a day five days a week! That was my first time with a baby one on one for that much time and I just found it to be really natural and...
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I'm Your Perfect Babysitter/ Pet Sitter

Naperville, IL

from
$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have lived in Naperville for most of my life. I am currently raising one beautiful daughter as a single mom in this outstanding tight-knit community. I have years of child care experience starting all through my High School years and in college with being a nanny from newborn to high school age children and children with...
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Lisle, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
My name is Michele, but all my friends and family call me Shelly. I am a non-smoking seasoned caregiver with 8+ years working for the same family. My responsibilities with my long-term family included caring for the needs of 3 children from 6 months to 9 years, as well as personal experience taking care of my own child with...
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Lisle, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I began working with kids in the ABA field about 3 years ago and absolutely loved it! I would work with children on the Autism Spectrum, and as a result some of their siblings would want to play and I was able to create wonderful bonds with the entire family. I am especially comfortable with children with Special Needs,...
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Licensed CNA Caregiver

Joliet, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...
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Lisle, IL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Hi there! I am Maggie and I'm currently enrolled at Fox College studying to be a veterinary technician. Although I do love animals I also have a passion for fostering and caring for children and adolescents. I've had the pleasure of working with kids of all ages, including those with special needs, over my three years of...
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Clinical Experience Caring For Elderly

Plainfield, IL

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Cailee. I'm a registered nurse with several years of experience. Before becoming a nurse, I worked full-time as a nanny and also as an activities coordinator at a senior living facility. I live in Plainfield with my awesome husband and two wonderful kids. As a mother of two children who are in preschool Monday...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

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Anna B.

The sweetest and kindest of them all! We just love her! Always, always punctual and reliable!

- Gwen V.

Barbara B.

Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable...

- Christina K.

Christina K.

Christina is a very loving, professional, intelligent individual who would make an excellent child care provider.

- Carol G.

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