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Yelitza F.

Special Education Teacher

Westmont, IL

from: $14/hr

10 years experience

Experience as a daycare teacher. Associate degree in special education . Early education courses and all those necessary to obtain a CDA . Verifiable personal references Native language Spanish, intermediate level of English Experience for more than 20 years in my home country, working with people with special needs

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Tamara C.

Westmont, IL

from: $17/hr

10 years experience

I have 24 years experience in the classroom working with special ed and gen ed students. In addition, I have raised 4 children and many strong references available

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Rebecca H.

Caring, Structured And Fun!

Westmont, IL

from: $15/hr

I've been a teacher in my own classroom for four years... and it's time for a change! I love what I do, but I also know that there are so many other ways I can make a difference in the world. Working with people with special needs is to serve one of the most vulnerable people in our world. I want to be a part of their care and...

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Daniel N.

Certified Professional Caregiver

Westmont, IL

from: $17/hr

While "just" a Certified Caregiver, I often work WITH the client, doing/prompting client, to do their physical and occupational therapy, WITH the client. I love seeing clients get stronger, and truly enjoy physical and occupational workouts, with the client. Also, I am hard working, and also, patient. I have a high level of...

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Elizabeth F.

Happy Helper

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience

Light cleaning

meal prep

grocery shopping

travel

carpooling

+ 1 more

Hello! My name is Elizabeth. I am a energetic, loving nanny who absolutely adores children! I have a passion for child care and love helping families! I aim to bring positivity, love, and creativity into the house of my nanny family. I do my best to go the extra mile. I love finding age appropriate activities to do with my...

Elaine F. says "Elizabeth was great with our children! She helped out with homework and was always finding new things for the kids to do! She has a great personality and...

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Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

10 years experience

Meal prep

transportation

light cleaning

errands

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...

Care Member says "Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."

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Cori F.

Darien, IL

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Light cleaning

meal prep

craft assistance

carpooling

I have worked with special needs at risk children for 21 years. I now currently am an educational assistant in an elementary PreK-2nd grade building for 7 years. I enjoy helping children and love to see them enjoy learning. I also have current certification for CNA, phlebotomy, EKG technician and have provided home health care...

Renee K. says "Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families."

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Cori F.

Special Needs Caregiver

Darien, IL

4.7(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 21 years. I now work as an assistant at the Elementary level K-2 grades. I am a certified CNA, Phlebotomists, EKG technician. I have provided home health care for 19 years.

Care Member says "She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done. "

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Terry G.

Lemont, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

Experienced caregiver for children, elderly, and pets - patient, reliable, and nurturing. Hi, I'm Therese! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, elderly adults, and pets. I'm calm, compassionate, and highly dependable. Experience includes: • Special needs care (nonverbal autism, ADHD, sensory needs,...

Katrina J. says "We hired Terry to watch our two Doberman's while we were out of town for a week. She was amazing and took great care of them! We loved that she kept us...

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Branndi C.

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree, I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant - 5 years... I have 20 years of teaching and 30+ years working with...

Care Member says "When my MIL died, we needed care for our 25-year old, non-verbal son with Cerebral Palsy. It was a long funeral. Branndi bought snack and even toys to...

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Jordan S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

Hi there! My name is Jordan, and I am looking to help an awesome family. I love working with kids, so I used that passion and became a camp counselor. I did that for two years at my local park district. I have experience with children as young as 3 and as old as 13. I also have experience with working with children with special...

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Christina K.

Downers Grove, IL

4.9(1)

from: $30/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Grocery shopping

light cleaning

craft assistance

swimming supervision

carpooling

+ 1 more

Mom of one adult female (25) years old. Who loves children. Looking for a caring and loving professional family to assist with their child care needs. At the age of 11 years old I watched 3 children under the age(s) of 5 years old. During my teenage years I babysat regularly for neighbors and family. In my adult years have...

Carol G. says "Christina is a very loving, professional, intelligent individual who would make an excellent child care provider."

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Clemonce M.

Special Needs Caregiver

Wheaton, IL

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have had a good amount of experience with special needs from young to old. I have been working through Care for sometime now and love the families I work for. I am very positive and upbeat, very patient and kind, and do everything I can to make my client feel loved and comfortable and happy.

Elle A. says "Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She is very...

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Miriam T.

Energetic Nanny

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 14 families in your area

Travel

light cleaning

grocery shopping

Hi there! I have been a full-time nanny for about 15 years now. My experience is from premature babies to middle school-aged kids, also kids with special needs. I am very patient and a loving person. Love to be outdoors, doing activities, singing, reading and dancing with kids. I have my own car willing to use to transport kids...

Erik W. says "Miriam did great watching our 1 year old daughter. She can be a little shy and before I left she was already comfortable with her. Miriam was great."

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Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

30 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Meal prep

swimming supervision

light cleaning

craft assistance

travel

I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant- 5 years... I have 20 years in teaching, & 30+ years working with...

Care Member says "Branndi is not just a nanny — she is family. I am not someone who trusts easily, not even with close relatives, but I trust Branndi with my children...

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Danielle C.

Forest Park, IL

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

6 years experience

I am a mother and a wife who is looking for extra hours working for a family in need. I have almost 18 years experience working with a wide variety of different disabilities and ages. My last job I currently had was working at autism home support doing behavior therapy. In the past I have also working with a family and a girl...

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Michael S.

Family Organization Assistance

Oak Brook, IL

5.0(1)

from: $32/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...

Leslie G. says "Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we...

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Amy D.

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(0)

from: $25/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I'm a certified Preschool teacher and have hours in training and certification for assisting children with special needs ranging from autism to physically disabled. I enjoy story time, puzzles, drama and arts and crafts. I am flexible and reliable. Hope that I can be a great fit you and your family.

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Starla B.

Child Care Provider-Nanny

Glen Ellyn, IL

4.9(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

swimming supervision

light cleaning

craft assistance

Hi my name is Starla. I'm a Mom, mentor, teacher, Chef, and so much more. I begin caring for children at a very young age. I've worked with babies, toddlers, elementary ages kids, teenagers, I also have experience working with special needs kids. I provided childcare from home and nannied for several families. I'm fun, loving,...

Care Member says "We love Starla! My kids love when she comes because she always tries a new craft them."

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Katerina V.

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

Visiting physician

personal care

live-in home care

Hi, my name is Katerina, mom of 2 teens living in Lombard. I am highly organized, patient, trustworthy, motivated, multi-tasker with a pleasant, positive personality ready to help you with personal care, light cleaning, organization, running errands, shopping, taking you to appointments, companionship and ANYTHING else that...

Kj W. says "Katerina is always upbeat and has a positive attitude. She's hard working, punctual, and very reliable. She has a family of her own and brings those skills...

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Elizabeth F.

Elizabeth was great with our children! She helped out with homework and was always finding new things for the kids to do! She has a great...

- Elaine F.

Branndi C.

Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of.

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Cori F.

Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families.

- Renee K.

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Westmont, IL

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Available Now in Westmont!

Yelitza F.

Special Education Teacher

Tamara C.

Rebecca H.

Caring, Structured And Fun!

Daniel N.

Certified Professional Caregiver

Elizabeth F.

Happy Helper

Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Cori F.

Cori F.

Special Needs Caregiver

Terry G.

Branndi C.

Jordan S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Christina K.

Clemonce M.

Special Needs Caregiver

Miriam T.

Energetic Nanny

Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Danielle C.

Michael S.

Family Organization Assistance

Amy D.

Starla B.

Child Care Provider-Nanny

Katerina V.

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Westmont, IL

Elizabeth F.

Branndi C.

Cori F.

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