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Cynthia U.

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University Park, IL

from
$16/hr
Available to help your loved one with special needs, get the better care they need , message me and let's discuss, I'm available
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Crete, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
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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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Beecher, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I can be described at genuine, compassionate and patient. I currently work as a paraprofessional at a high school with kids with special needs.
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Flossmoor, IL

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$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello ! My name is Kyndall, and I'm currently a Lead Teacher with a degree in Early Childhood Education. I am also CPR certified. Over the years, I've cared for children of all ages-from infants and toddlers to preschoolers, elementary-aged kids, and those with special needs. My experience includes working as a nanny, preschool...
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Substitute Teacher

Thornton, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired LPN and certified in CPR. I recently became a licensed substitute teacher in pre-school - 12th grade. I have worked with mentally and physically challenged children for five years. As an LPN, I have worked w children as a home health care nurse.
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Frankfort, IL

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$16/hr
6 years experience
am an energetic sitter with a genuine passion for caring for children. I am a recent college graduate with a degree in psychology, focusing on human development and disability studies. I have 5+ years of paid experience as a nanny and working with children. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have extensive experience with...
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Part - Time

Crete, IL

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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am looking for someone that is in need of my assistance. I have experience helping all types of ages with different backgrounds. I have a reliable transportation and love pets! I am a very positive person, and I can take on several task at a time. I am easy to talk to and love doing crafty things.
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Frankfort, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I am Caitlin and I am studying nursing at Joliet Junior College! When I was younger, I watched my brothers after school and volunteered in my church's special needs classroom. This past year, I have started to babysit for other families. I typically bring fun games and love doing crafts with kids!
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Responsible Specialized Funmaker

Frankfort, IL

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$25/hr
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as patient, kind and creative. I like working with kids because they are fun and have lots of things to teach us. I'm looking for a job that is flexible. I started working with kids when I started babysitting at the age of 11! In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family, bake, read and...
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Chicago Heights, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have worked in child care for about 3 years now. I'm very passionate about working with children. I have worked with mostly every age group. I'm bilingual. I'm very passionate about encouraging children to develop socially, emotionally and intellectually.
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Special Needs Care Provider

Chicago Heights, IL

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$21/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi My name is Riza 32yrs old Filipino living in sauk village illinois. I love working with senior people or special needs with there daily living activities such as Bathing, shower, help feeding, preparing meals, dressing, med reminders, encouraging exercise, light housekeeping, transferring's, What I love working for them is...
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Annalise

Frankfort, IL

1.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hello! My name is Annalise and I am a 21) year old part time college student.(all online, no meeting time, I can do classes whenever I want.) I love working with kids and have worked with them since I've been younger! I have been watching kids with paid experience since I was 14 and have a developmental therapy background and...
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Dear Prospective Family

Frankfort, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience
My name is Toni. I have worked as a babysitter from middle school through high school. While in my early hs and college years I cleaned homes, I babysat in my early 20s then got a job I absolutely love, working with developmentally disabled adults (I'm still there pt) I have worked with this company the past 25 years and...
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Making Life Easier And Stress Free

Thornton, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
respite care
meal prep
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Loretta, I am 64 I have been taking care of elders and adults with special needs for over 40 years. My hope is that I can make your life a little easier and stress free with my help. My experience is extensive. I can help with getting ready for the day, light cleaning and laundry, cooking, feeding, bathing,...
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Helping Professional

Country Club Hills, IL

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$18/hr
Dementia
transportation
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have four years of experience in baby sitting and care taking. I am experienced in working with individuals with special needs as well as mental, physical, intellectual, and developmental challenges. I graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2022 and received my bachelor's...
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Chicago Heights, IL

1.0(0)
from
$20/hr
I've been a caregiver for 2 years at Lifescape as a Caregivers I provide assistance to help them with everyday activities like preparing meals, running errands, making beds, buying groceries, bathing, medications , and handling the laundry. I also have a flexible schedule and willing to work holidays also have experience with...
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Riley

Dyer, IN

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hi, my name is Riley and I love being around, taking care of, and interacting with kids! I am a 19-year-old college student and women's basketball player at Purdue Northwest. Along with basketball, I love all kinds of sports. I've had a lot of experience with kids growing up considering my mom is a speech therapist who deals...
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Frankfort, IL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Hello, I'm a kind, reliable caregiver. I have been a full-time nanny for 8 years. I have several reviews on Care. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks, Jillian
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Frankfort, IL

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$50/hr
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