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Klaudia S.


Schiller Park, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Need And CNA

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Hello my name is Klaudia and I been working in medical field since 2008. I m certified Nurse Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Phlebotomist and Nutritionist with experience in special needs. Please reach out if you have any questions I would love to help you.

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My name is Janneth, my experience is more as a babysitter but I will love to help assisting you doing as much as possible, I don't have experience but I am willing to learn.
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Monika M.


Schiller Park, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello my name is Monika I have 12 years experience in adult and senior care. I cared for patients with dementia, Alzheimer, cancer, diabetes, heart problem, after stroke assisted them with mobility in and out improve physical motor skills, exercise, personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping etc and companionship. I...
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Kimilee R.


Schiller Park, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Kim's Caring Hands!

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Hi my name is kimilee but prefer to be called Kim, I'm Certified nursing assistant with over 20 years of experiences. I've worked with Elders, Toddlers, infants, teenagers and Special needs kid's. I've been told by my clients that I'm fun to be around, show respect, loving and caring. I love helping others as I find it to be...
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Karla V.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Future Teacher, Love Working With Children

5.0

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Hello! Nice to meet you. My name is Karla and I am a senior in University and emerging teacher with license in K-12th grades. As a nanny I have experience working with different ages; infants, toddles, etc. I've worked in different daycares as a teacher assistant and different families from all backgrounds, including children...
5.0
"Karla is amazing- gentle, kind, dependable, and safe."

Reviewed by Meg P.

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Dina S.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Child Whisperer

5.0

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Hello Families! My name is Dina. I have committed over 30 years to providing compassionate childcare for infants through teens in a variety of childcare settings. I have had amazing opportunities supporting children and their families as a nanny, home school teacher/tutor, preschool teacher, mother's helper and special needs...
5.0
"Dina is a dedicated and dependable provider. She excels at creating a welcoming and nurturing environment while also providing outstanding care in a fun and loving way."

Reviewed by Marsha C.

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Colleen B.


Mount Prospect, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny And Babysitter

5.0

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Currently, I am a Professional Nanny for twin 2-year-old boys, and I love it! I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I was the neighborhood go to Babysitter. My experience is as a Nanny, Babysitter, Certified Elementary and Physical Education Teacher, Day Camp Director, Summer School Teacher, and...
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Mollie B.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Happy To Help!

5.0

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I have been working in the special needs community since middle school. As a babysitter, in a hospital setting, and in a therapy setting all through high school, college, and post-professional employment.
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Cynthia H.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Mama C / Encourager Of Children

5.0

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I have 6+years of experience in foster care at SOS Children's Village in Lockport. I have fostered approximately 30 children, and loved the experience and my foster families. I recently moved back to Chicago in September of 2022. Before moving back to Chicago I was a member of my church in Joliet for 17 years and I was involved...
5.0
"Cynthia is a very hard worker and takes great care and pride when working with children. She is so invested in making sure she provides the best care for your little one. She loves to read and listen to music...

Reviewed by Lynnette V.

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Ariadne C.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

4.3

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Hi families! My name is Ariadne, I'm 26 years old, from Brazil, I'm graduated in Physical Education, specialized in children with special needs, swimming teacher for baby's and children's, I'm also finishing my second degree in Early Childhood Education. I'm fully vaccinated, strong driver and CPR certificate, and can start as...
5.0
"Ariadne is amazing! My family is so grateful to have her help! My kidoos are always asking when Ady will be back!"

Reviewed by Kate M.

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Lillian W.


Chicago, IL

$16-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced, Enthusiastic, And Reliable Caregiver And Educator

5.0

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Hello all! My name is Lillie, I am 23 years old, I am originally from Michigan and I recently graduated from Bard College Berlin in Germany. Here in Chicago, I lead an evening enrichment program for children K-5. I have 5 years of experience with kids and people with special needs, from nannying in Germany, working full-time at...
5.0
"Lillie is absolutely amazing. From the point of interview, she had such pointed thoughtful questions, not just geared towards the child but also parenting philosophy, which she carried through once hired....

Reviewed by Silvana P.

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Mara G.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I am currently in school for my Doctorate in Physical Therapy, and am looking for childcare jobs in the area! I have been watching children of all ages (birth to teens) for over 10 years. I have experience with children with special needs, and am comfortable with administering medication and transfers as necessary. I am First...
5.0
"Mara was great and I'd recommend her for anyone looking for a sitter. She played well with my daughter and they had a lot of fun. She was patient, communicative, and attentive."

Reviewed by Ashley B.

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Alfredo R.


Skokie, IL

$30-37/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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I am very interested in the opportunity to assist, I want to be a true companion on uplifting someone who needs care by listening to my clients first and provide comfort to their worries and fears. I took my medical board exams in order to practice medicine in United Sates. My medical degree is from Mexico where I have practiced...
5.0
"My husband had MSA and we are looking for caregiver on care.com. We meet Alfredo and instantly he is hired! He is very knowledgeable on his conditions. He not only take care of him on his daily needs but also...

Reviewed by Care member

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Kaeleen E.


River Grove, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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Hi! I am a certified nursing assistant/patient care technician. I have experience working as a CNA at a nursing rehabilitation facility. I've had training with younger patients, special needs, and of course elderly. I currently work in an ICU at Elmhurst Hospital for the last two years: My skills range from transportation,...
5.0
"Kaeleen is very patient, caring and sweet with children.She is extremely responsible, strategic, playful, and I feel very safe knowing she's trained in critical care and can perform CPR and the Heimlich...

Reviewed by Care member

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Tamar M.


Skokie, IL

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

3.0

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Hi, my name is Tamar and I'm excited to meet your family! I'm a child at heart and an old soul, which allows me to easily connect with anyone of all ages. I have a social work background counseling grade school and teenage youth for many years. I also work with special needs care/ autistic children and have a passion to serve...
5.0
"Really came through for us in a last minute emergency situation. She was very prompt with corresponding and with our appointment. She was very understanding and accommodating with our situation and helped out...

Reviewed by Sachi D.

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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$21-29/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced And Helpful Caregiver Availiable

4.8

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Hello , my name is Lara and thank you for considering me for this position! My first job was at a senior care facility (in Arlington Hts.) and I have always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to personally caring for my own mother and others in the past, I have been professionally working as a senior caregiver for...
4.0
"Lara worked for my mother for about 4 months. She was dependable and worked hard to make my mother who suffers from dementia feel comfortable."

Reviewed by Scott K.

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Amanda M.


Chicago, IL

$20-24/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter/nanny

5.0

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*Now fully booked through Winter 2023 Hi there, I'm Amanda! I'm a recent graduate with a passion for music and science, looking to work with families in the Chicago/Lakeview area. I studied neuroscience in my masters, so I enjoy learning and teaching about anything brain or mind-related! I have 9 years of experience caring for...
5.0
"Amanda has been a godsend for us. We have a 5 year old she has been a nanny for almost months. She is always on time and dependable. My son loves when she comes over to play. "

Reviewed by Ashley E.

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Branndi C.


Hillside, IL

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion

5.0

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Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...
5.0
"Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."

Reviewed by Care member

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Kylie S.


Arlington Heights, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Best Babysitter

5.0

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I have a lot of experience working with children! I have babysat many children and babies at once for years now and am very passionate about caring for them! I used to work for NWSRA last year which was working with special needs children. I also have tutored kids ages 6 and up! I have three brothers and over 30 first cousins...
5.0
"We hired Kylie for the summer to take care of our infant son, she was beyond amazing! She always cared for him as part of the family and was flexible with evolving needs and circumstances. She was...

Reviewed by Nicole O.

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Florence N.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hands

4.0

(3)

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I'm a 44-year-old divorced mother to a 12-year-old boy with Down Syndrome, who is truly a blessing. I've been a full-time mother, and I am ready to get back into the work force. I am a very reliable, responsible, and kindhearted individual. I'm open to providing care, compassion, nurturing to any age as I truly enjoy helping...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Schiller Park, IL

Karla V.

5.0

Karla is amazing- gentle, kind, dependable, and safe.

- Meg P.

Dina S.

5.0

Dina is a dedicated and dependable provider. She excels at creating a welcoming and nurturing environment while also providing outstanding care in a fun and loving way.

- Marsha C.

Cynthia H.

5.0

Cynthia is a compassionate, loving and fun caregiver. She was the first person outside of family to care for our daughter when she was 6 months old. Your kids will feel cared for, loved and have so much fun with Cynthia!

- Care member

Ariadne C.

5.0

Ariadne was recommended by a couple of friends and I have only wonderful things to say about her. I was very apprehensive because it was the first time I was going out without my baby, but Ariadne made me feel so safe! She was very sweet and competent with everything I asked. I would totally hire...

- Molly J.

Lillian W.

5.0

Lillie is absolutely amazing. From the point of interview, she had such pointed thoughtful questions, not just geared towards the child but also parenting philosophy, which she carried through once hired. Lillie has a gentle heart and loving nature, but also was not afraid to take initiative and...

- Silvana P.

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