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Makiya T.

Bountiful Babysitting

South Holland, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Makiya and I have over 4-years of hands-on childcare experience. I began working in daycares at the age of 16, and since then, caring for children has become more than just a job - it's my passion. I have experience working with children of all ages and backgrounds, including those with special needs. I...
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Jasmine M.

South Holland, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
I love children. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy working with them very much. I have been and am...
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Chicago Heights, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...

Care Member says "Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel...

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This Is My Passion

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
respite care
I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...

Jasmine W. says "She's an angel. Caring and kind."

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Patient And Fun-loving Caregiver

Munster, IN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...

Care Member says "What can I say about Julie? There truly are not enough words to describe the type of person she is. I lost my grandmother at the beginning of this month...

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Munster, IN

5.0(0)
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$21/hr
5 years experience
I have over 5 years of experience working with special needs clients. I work at a day facility and side by side in group home facilities. I also have family members with disabilities. I know not every client will be a fit, but it also takes time and patience. In which I'm willing to put forth the effort. Please contact me if you...
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Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$13/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
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Certified Nursing Assistant

Steger, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide include but are not limited to...
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Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I have 4 years of experience as a summer camp councilor taking car of 10+ kids aged 5-10 for 2 hours a day four days a week. Recently, I had the honor of taking over as camp director for our summer drama camp which provided me with the opportunity to work with 42 campers alongside my staff. I had the privilege of being a part...
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Chicago, IL

4.0(0)
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$14/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
I have been caring for children since I was 10 years old, gaining experience with kids of all ages, including those with special needs. I'm comfortable managing multiple children at once and creating a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for them. My approach to childcare is built on patience, creativity, and strong...
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Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!

Munster, IN

4.5(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...

Maria W. says "We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "

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Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment

Thornton, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...

Andrea G. says "Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family....

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Experienced Nanny

Calumet City, IL

3.7(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
travel
I have been watching kids for a 9 years now. I love having playtime with kids. I am good at putting kids down for bedtime. I am also great at working with special needs children, have lots of experience and great references. I am 29 but I think that's what makes me a great nanny because I can connect with the kids on their...

Nicole B. says "We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the girls adore her....

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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm 31 years old have worked in a hospital for over 5 years I also have cared for kids with special needs for about 5 years but in a hospital setting I am fluent in Spanish and English I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages . Due to the pandemic I stopped working in a hospital setting because I have twin sisters that...

Alexandrith B. says "I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a part of the...

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Experienced Nanny Seeking Welcoming Family

Park Forest, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
9 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Michelle and I am 28 years old. Below is a few things about myself! - 9+ years experience in the ECE Field - Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certified - Fully Vaccinated - Non Smoker - Clean Driving Record - Infant/Toddler CDA - Experience working with twins, children with special needs & sibling groups - In addition...

Care Member says "Michelle was an amazing nanny to my little girl. She was nurturing, educational, structured and also incorporated our preferences. She’s extremely...

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Ability Coach & Support Provider

Alsip, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love my job! What I love most are the amazing people I get to work with. I have over 10 years experience working with students and clients with multiple abilities and diagnoses. I have worked as a paid employee and volunteer for school districts, special need cooperatives and adult service providers. This has given me...

Charles S. says "Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her...

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Fun Sitter & Smile Creator

Highland, IN

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
My name is Yasmeen I'm a full time nanny with 7 years experience working with children ages 8 months to school age. I worked in ABA for 4 years as an RBT, 2 years in a classroom with kindergarten & 1st graders & this past year as a full time nanny with children ages 8 months to 7 years old. I've taken several classes in early...
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Munster, IN

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I love being around children. I have worked at a special needs pediatric clinic, was a daycare teacher for 2 years, and continue to work with the special needs population.
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I Have 5 Years Of Experience With Children With With Special Needs.

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
Travel
craft assistance
My Child Care Provider responsibilities included overseeing the basic schedule of special needs children, conducting activities, and supporting other staff members as needed.
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Midlothian, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Mom of 5, CPR and first aid certified. Injury prevention certified, CNA, child passenger safety technician/instructor/certified safe travel for children with special needs.
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Special Needs Caregivers in South Holland, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Nichole W.

Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make...

- Care member

Kimberly J.

She's an angel. Caring and kind.

- Jasmine W.

Julie A.

What can I say about Julie? There truly are not enough words to describe the type of person she is. I lost my grandmother at the beginning...

- Care member

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