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Irma F.

Addison, IL

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$26/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I'm a mother of 3, I have experience with special need kids. As I am a mother of a son with down syndrome! I'm very patient and loving. I am also very good at multitasking! I love to socialize and care for others.
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Nanny - Household Manager - Family Assistant

Aurora, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My nanny career began while I was finishing my bachelor's degree in history at North Central College. At the time, I intended it to be a temporary job. Soon after graduation, I worked at a law firm in the city and for a political campaign, but realized my heart was in spending time with kids. I find nannying extremely rewarding....
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Oak Brook, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I'm Penny I worked as a RN in Thailand for 9 years then I moved here 3 years ago. I'm not sure what is good fit for me here because I'm not confident say I'm fluent in English so I tried working at restaurants, babysitter , companion and I found out I still love to working with people either suffering some disorder or...
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Love To Engage With Differently Able Individuals

Glen Ellyn, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I began my nursing career at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, worked for many years for home care agencies including as an in service Educator and have worked the last 15 years for a local school district as a Classroom Nurse working with disabled students directly in the classroom. I have worked with individuals young...
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Naperville, IL

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Currently I am working part time with MS patient . I am helping her with mobility , assisting with dressing, reminding about medication and keeping her company .
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Hanover Park, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Former DSP with Clearbrook (5 years) and stepmom to now 28-year-old stepson living with Autism. I am enthusiastic, upbeat and extremely positive. Love to engage and foster social integration, always meeting clients where they are and holding their hand along their journey. Impeccable references.
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Naperville, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Ever since I was a young girl, I always wanted to take care of people. I got the best opportunity when I decided to be a teacher's aide at a high school. It was the most rewarding job I have ever had. I was able to work with handicapped children from ages 12-17. Not only was I able to teach them, but they taught me things I...
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Addison, IL

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$28/hr
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hi! I'm a mother of 3, I have experience with special need kids. As I am a mother of a son with down syndrome! I'm very patient and loving. I am also very good at multitasking! I love socialize and care for others.
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Homecare Assistant

Lisle, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
I am a very outgoing and friendly person looking to help with a person in of someone who needs help with meal cooking, light housekeeping, run errands, transportation to and from places. I am very personable and want to help people in need. I have been working with special needs students ages 18-22 years of age. I am looking for...
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Warrenville, IL

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$20/hr
I had an off-the-record foster daughter for 40+ years. She was mentally and physically challenged. I was honored to provide end of life care for my father and mother-in-law. I was trained in respiratory therapy and was a certified pharmacy technician for over 40 years. I am 70 years old, but don't let that fool you. I have a...
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Part-time Caregiver

Downers Grove, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have had experience caring for children for the past 5 years. I started with watching neighbors children for a couple hours a day and then when I started highschool I volunteered at a pre-school for 4 years. 3 years ago I started working with the Northbrook Park district and worked the after school care program which had kids...
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Special Education Teacher

Westmont, IL

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$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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Aurora, IL

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Worked 3 years as a lead teacher in a daycare center, babysat for 1 year for a family friend, and worked at the high school helping out special needs students for 1 year.
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Looking To Help Families Who Need A Helping Hand Or New Parents Wanting A Little Of A Break.

Naperville, IL

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$50/hr
20 years experience
Hello! I am a mom of three grown kids in their 30s. I have experience with working with kids with special needs for over 10 years I worked with dupage county school district. I enjoy my spare tome being active in the gym and reading a good book. I'm looking forward to meeting families who need some extra help. I'd describe my...
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Bartlett, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Ashley and I am looking for a part time or full time nanny position. This past year I was a live-in caregiver for my grandma who had pancreatic cancer. I managed her medications, took her to doctor's appointments, and cooked and cleaned for my grandparents. Unfortunately, she has passed away and l'm looking to...
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Memory Maker Smile Creator

Oak Brook, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I'm a dedicated full-time student pursuing a career in paramedics while working towards a degree in neonatal nursing. With 3 years of experience as a recreational aid leader for individuals with special needs at Ray Graham Association, I've developed a strong passion for working with disabled individuals. Outside of academics, I...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Lombard, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have grown up with 3 cousins with Muscular Dystrophy and have spent my whole life helping them. I have assisted another family with two boys with Muscular Dystrophy and was a caregiver for them. I have worked at Seaspar, Easter Seals, Marklund Home and have been working in schools for many years. This allowed me to care with a...
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Naperville, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
My name is Vanessa. I'm a certified nursing assistant and spent over a year working as a behavioral health tech at Montrose Behavioral Health Hospital, supporting individuals with mental health challenges, including those on the autism spectrum. I also have over four years of nannying experience with young children. I'm warm,...
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Aurora, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm a loving, bubbly caregiver with a deep passion for supporting individuals with disabilities. For over a decade, I've worked in roles ranging from early childhood autism programs to young adult transition services, always focused on growth, communication, and connection. As a certified ASL interpreter, I've spent 7+ years...
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Bloomingdale, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.

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