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Experienced nanny, wife, and mother of a 2. 5-year-old has availability to care for your child or children. I am 28 years old and have been nannying for the last 9 years. In addition to having my own son, I also have grown up taking care of my nephews and nieces, including a special needs niece. Patience is one of my strongest...
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Assistive Technology/AAC. Feeding and tube feeding. I was with the last girl I cared for for 16 years she passed away in February which broke my heart but I'm now ready to care for someone else!!
Carole G. says "April is a very caring, trusting, knowledgeable person that watched my daughter for many years. I was a very protective mother of a severely handicapped...
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I have worked in the ICU/ER/and office settings and have cared for multiple individuals needing specialized care
8 years experience in Early Childhood with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADD/ADHD, cognitive impairment, disabilities
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10 years experience·
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I'm a registered behavior technician and I love working with young children that have ASD. I also enjoy working with families that have other special needs children.
Rhonda H. says "Julie is amazing with both of my children but especially wonderful with my son with Autism. He just loves her, we all do! She is very patient with him and...
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10 years experience·
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I am a mom to 4 adult daughters. My youngest was born with Spina Bifida and is a paraplegic. I have 10 years caring for several families w/ twins (as early as 3 weeks) and a set of quads (6 weeks and premature) and 3 singletons. I have considerable experience w/ newborns multiples, toddlers, & children with special needs. I can...
Stephanie G. says "Lara is our life saver. She is our part time nanny who started with us when my twins were 3 weeks old and has been with us for the last year. She comes...
Happiness For Me Is Defined By Serving Others And Making A Contribution In This World .
Elburn, IL
5.0(1)
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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
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dementia
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Hello I am looking for the opportunity to serve your loved one and family with the most dignity and respect and kindness one has to offer. I have my associates in science towards nursing . I also have extensive background serving special needs , elderly , and home bound. I enjoy this work. I do believe this is my calling . I...
Care Member says "She was a 24/7 caregiver for my husband on hospice. She was devoted to his care, turning him, tending his meds, taking vitals and she helped me with...
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9 years experience·
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I am a fun-loving recent college graduate who loves working with kids! I have been babysitting (paid/unpaid) for about 9 years. I have a very large family so I have experience with a wide age range from newborn to 14. I love to meet new people and build relationships. In high school I taught a preschool class through the child...
Christina H. says "I was looking for a childcare provider, as needed for back-up when my mom was not available to help out with my 4 year old daughter, A. I found...
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Hello! I am a recent college graduate from NIU. I have experience caring for children of different ages. I have worked with a wide array of children from newborns to 13-year-olds. I have experience working with children who have special needs/disabilities. I majored in Art and English receiving two bachelors degrees. If you...
Jade M. says "Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and great at calming...
Part-time Caregiver (with Special Needs Experience) Available - Child Development PhD. Student
DeKalb, IL
5.0(1)
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3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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**I am currently employed through fall 2019-spring 2020 and cannot take on new clients at this time!**
I am currently in the Ph. D. program at NIU for clinical child psychology, and am looking for a caregiving position over the summer. I have experience caregiving with infants and children. I grew up babysitting younger...
Anton P. says "Leanna has been babysitting my two children for the past three years. She's great! She gets them involved in activities every time she comes over. They...
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I love doing crafts, playing with play-dough, doing puzzles, reading, and being outside. I also enjoy going for walks and to the park. I am available for over night care.
I have experience with special needs including, but not limited to CP, Autism, food allergies , and asthma.
If you are looking for a reliable, calm, even...
Erica C. says "Cindy has been babysitting for us for 3 months now. She is very dependable and great with our daughter. We will definitely hire her again whenever we need...
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Hello! My name is Heidi, I'm a mom to three (ages 13, 9 and 8) and I have over 10 years of experience as a stay-at-home mom, where I've gained extensive hands-on experience caring for children of all ages. For several years, I also owned and operated a licensed home daycare, providing a safe, structured, and nurturing...
part time college student, going to school
to be kindergarten teacher & im looking for a little one to watch, im flexible with pretty much everything! i've worked with special needs kids also so that's a bonus ! looking to renew my CPR certification ASAP! Have reliable transportation! I started working with kids when I was 12....
Hospice services
mobility assistance
personal care
dementia
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Experience with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Special Needs, Feeding Tubes, Foleys, Wound Care, and Mechanical Transfers. Looking for part time hours during the weekends and occasionally during the week. I'm currently a Hospice Cna with years of experience. I also have a special love for people of special needs and 8 years of...
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I'm Elaine, a positive and happy person. I have experience with special needs children. I raised a child with anxiety, ADHD, OCD and depression. He turned out to be a Marine. I have also watched 5 children at once.
If there is anything else you want to know, send me a message.
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I'm compassionate and caring. A mom and a grandmom. I've taught toddler room, twos and threes, and helped out with infants and school age in a private daycare.
I currently work in the school system as a substitute teacher when in session, and in the past as an individual aide to special needs students , and in the capacity of a...
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I have been doing home health care for about 3 years. I have experience with Alzheimer's and dementia clients, one on one care, full assistance (quadriplegic), and since I have moved to Illinois, I am currently working in a group home with 13 individuals, all with different developmental disabilities.
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Experience as a nanny, school bus driver, and assisting with special needs little ones. Also, I am a Mandatory abuse reporter.
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Full Time Caregiver/Mother To 16 Year Old With Spina Bifida. My daughter R has SB and is a paraplegic. She requires assistance with transfers, catheterization and meds. Over the years, Ive become quit comfortable navigating doctors, hospitals, medical testing and complications.
Nurturing young minds is truly my calling. For the past seven years, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. My approach is rooted in patience, creativity, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact. I have some college experience. I am comfortable caring for up to four children. I...
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April L C.
April is a very caring, trusting, knowledgeable person that watched my daughter for many years. I was a very protective mother of a severely...
- Carole G.
Julie S.
Julie is amazing with both of my children but especially wonderful with my son with Autism. He just loves her, we all do! She is very...
- Rhonda H.
Lara B.
Lara is our life saver. She is our part time nanny who started with us when my twins were 3 weeks old and has been with us for the last...
- Stephanie G.
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