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Tracy S.

Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care

Bartlett, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...

Christina K. says "Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I...

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Full Time Nanny

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello, My name is Sarah. I am looking for a full time nanny position with a loving family. I'm looking to utilize my 11 and a half years of child care experience and knowledge in growth development by providing good guidance and exceptional care as a professional live out nanny. I also have two and a half years experience with...

Stephanie M. says "I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two children. She...

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Best Babysitter

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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...

Nicole O. says "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...

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Part-time / As Needed Care Giver Available!

Glendale Heights, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, My name is Lorraine. I m 34yrs old. I'm a certified nurses assistant and have completed 3 yrs towards a nursing degree. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am naturally patient, loving and nurturing. I believe in treating the people I care for with respect and as though they are a...

Susan C. says "Lorraine assisted me with transportation and after care of surgery. She is dependable, kind, willing to run errands for me. Would highly recommend her and...

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Special Needs RN Available

Schaumburg, IL

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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
visiting nurse
hospice services
personal care
respite care
I am a compassionate and dependable nurse, I have been working in a hospital in Michigan for 3 years, just recently moved to Illinois. In the past, I also worked in a nursing home and home care for 3 years too. I pride myself in the ability to adapt to any situation and learn new skills quickly. I have assisted clients/patients...
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Elgin, IL

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$40/hr
8 years experience
I have six years of experience as a caregiver and currently work as a Registered Nurse, combining hands-on compassion with professional medical expertise. My experience spans hospital care, one-on-one support, and working with individuals with special needs. I take pride in ensuring safe, seamless, and person-centered...
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Carpentersville, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
For two decades, I've dedicated myself to nurturing children and supporting families. My passion lies in fostering growth and making a positive impact during those crucial early years. I hold a college degree and have experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to pre-teens and adults with special needs. I'm...
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Carpentersville, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
meal prep
respite care
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I am a mom to 4 grown children. Three sons and one daughter. My daughter lives w special needs, was born with a chromosomal disorder . I have taken care of my father who lived w severe Alzheimer's for the last years of his life. This past year I have worked with two Medicare funded services-that do home health care, for the...
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Elgin, IL

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$35/hr
2 years experience
Dementia
meal prep
respite care
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have six years of experience as a caregiver and currently work as a Registered Nurse, combining hands-on compassion with professional medical expertise. My experience spans hospital care, one-on-one support, and working with individuals with special needs. I take pride in ensuring safe, seamless, and person-centered...
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Ready To Encourage!

Arlington Heights, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Errands
meal prep
respite care
home modification
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Personable, deeply caring, fun. Background in hospital chaplaincy, retirement communities (Life Enrichment Specialist and reception), special needs' children, pets, international and stateside church work. Love making connections with people, comforting, and encouraging. In my spare time I love volunteering with prayer ministry,...
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Hanover Park, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Patient Care Technician and Caregiver with over 10 years of experience providing quality care to patients. Experienced in performing basic medical tasks and assisting with patient needs. Committed to providing excellent customer service and maintaining a safe and comfortable environment. I also have experience with working with...
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Dundee, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Currently working as a Teaching Assistant. Experienced with ages 2-18 and special needs/education :) I have open availability to meet your needs. Very kind, caring, energetic and fun. Very active and always coming up with new ideas. Willing to help with housekeeping, E-Learning/home schooling and I'm a great cook. Very flexible...
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Elk Grove Village, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Sophie and I have been caring for children in a familial capacity all my life and in an official one for 3 years as a nanny, an au pair, and as a camp counselor. I am a recent college graduate with a degree in theater and history and love bringing these interests into my work with kids. I have experience as a...
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Elgin, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
As a caring and experienced childcare provider with over six years of experience (nanny, babysitting, special needs/medically complex daycare, respite) I'm enthusiastic about nurturing young minds and supporting families. My passion for childcare stems from my previous roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting...
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Fun Mother Of 2 Teens And Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Arlington Heights, IL

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$29/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
With being a mother of 2 teens and a special needs teaching assistant, I have 15+ years of experience with childcare. I am positive, creative, kind, helpful, reliable, and a fun person to be around. It would be a pleasure to help with homework and zoom as I love to make learning fun! Also, I am flexible and can do light...
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Special Needs Care For Your Child

Palatine, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have worked with many special need children. While in high school, I helped the special needs in homework and everyday basic activities. I also read with them and interacted with them. I created lots of bonds with them. Also, I have experience with autistic children as well. Not only have I worked with special needs but have...
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Schaumburg, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! my name is Evanee. I can promise you I am a responsible, caring, and dependable babysitter with experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. I started caring for family members kids at 11 and began working in childcare settings at 14, including camps, which helped me build patience,...
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Schaumburg, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
work experience as a nanny with special need children around 10 years I love to work with kids I am very responsible, loving , patient, honest, respectful. I am mother of two beautiful boys also I work as rehab aide , nursing assistant, I graduated as nurse (LPN) in 2012 I have around 13 years of career experience working with...
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Roselle, IL

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds is my greatest joy. For over 20 years, I've been dedicated to providing children with a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment where they can thrive. My approach is rooted in patience, creativity, and open communication. I provide regular updates via text or phone call, and I'm very comfortable...
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Special Needs Warrior

Carol Stream, IL

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$18/hr
9 years experience
I love helping people with special needs strengthen their gifts and talents. Positive reinforcement is key. I make learning fun! I even make chores fun! There is something so sweet about seeing someone excited about accomplishing something new!
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Tracy S.

Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family...

- Christina K.

Sarah S.

I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two...

- Stephanie M.

Kylie S.

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...

- Nicole O.

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