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Holly H.

Special Needs Professional

Wilmington, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have experience as a special education teaching assistant, a job coach and a personal assistant. I also have a background in theatre and music . Please message me for more information. I look forward to hearing from you !!
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Professional childcare

Wilmington, IL

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
Thank you for stopping by . I am interested in working in special education and childcare. I have experience being a special education teaching assistant, a job coach and a personal assistant for individuals who have special needs. I have experience in ABA therapy as well . Please feel free to reach out to me if you are looking...
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Manhattan, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I worked as a finance manager for 12 years before choosing to be a full time wife and mother for 23 years. To make learning fun, I volunteered as a Girl Scout leader (8 years), Sunday school teacher (5 years), room mom, soccer mom, dance mom, and little league softball mom. I am certified and volunteer (2015 - present) for...
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Part Time To Full Time Nanny/Caregiver Available

Elwood, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I have a vast amount of experience ranging from providing nursing assistant care in a Pediatric Acute Unit and Peds ICU unit to working as a nanny for a high profile family in Germany. Because of my healthcare experience, I have worked with children of all ages and those who have special needs as well. I understand the need for...
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Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Bringing more than a decade of experience to childcare. I also worked as a Paraprofessional for 10 years in local school districts with special needs students. I assisted in all grade levels and worked alongside teachers from Pre-K to 8th grade. I'm patient, creative, and friendly, always ready to engage kids with outdoor games,...
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Mokena, IL

4.8(1)
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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Nurturing children's growth is a genuine passion of mine. For nine years, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens and beyond. I am a patient and creative caregiver with a college degree. I enjoy playing board games, puzzles, and educational games that make learning fun! I am comfortable...

Care Member says "Bonnie has been watching our special needs daughter for several months. She is prompt and professional. Our daughter is always very excited when she...

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Nanny

New Lenox, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
I have nannied & babysat for several families over the years. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my reviews from the previous families. I am a US Veteran and homeschooling mom of 3 boys (7, 4 & 10-month-old). I look forward to hearing about your family and how I may be able to help.

marvin D. says "Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others."

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Excited And Educated Sitter, Smiles All Around

Lockport, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have been regularly babysitting for over 6 years, I was a nanny while receiving my AD in Child Development. I worked in early childhood education for 2 years, and now during the day I am a paraprofessional with special needs children. I can help promote adaptive skills such as toileting, hygiene, and household chores, as well...

Care Member says "I would give more than five stars if I could! Ashlyn was the best nanny I have ever had with my daughter. She went above and beyond to make sure my...

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Part-Time Caregiver/Nanny

Bourbonnais, IL

4.5(0)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
I have a 2-year-old of my own and have been a caregiver from my very first job. I have worked homecare from birth-senior/hospice care, special needs, activity director at an assisted living facility, and in home daycare to be able to be with my little one. I had taken a break from using this site to pursue other jobs but have...
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Quality Care, Peace Of Mind

Lockport, IL

5.0(0)
from
$37/hr
10 years experience
I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...
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Minooka, IL

5.0(1)
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$29/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Career Nanny/Household Manager and with over 20 years of supporting busy families through a seamless blend of childcare and home management. I specialize in infants, twins, and school-aged children, including those with special needs, and I am CPR and First Aid certified. Families often describe me as the...

Priscilla L. says "Sarah provided care for my two boys ages 6 & 8 at the time. She treated them as her own kids. She was flexible with my work schedule in addition to...

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Learning Behavior Specialist Certified Special Education Teacher, Former Caregiver And Nanny

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have had multiple prior educational and volunteering experiences working with children and adults with disabilities and baby-sitting as well as taking care of family members with special needs. My area of specialty is severe and profound. I worked my way through college as a nanny and caregiver through a company. I have an...

Lisa S. says "She is an awesome teacher who cares for her students and would do anything for them. She is dependable, reliable, and responsible."

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Dedicated In-Home Senior Care | Personalized Support

Lockport, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
home modification
errands
companionship
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...

Christina K. says "Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing...

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Adaptive Sitter And Amusement Master, babysitter

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello! I will be on school break December 16th - January 16th and will be in Joliet. If you're looking for some temporary help (1 month) on weekdays after 2 pm, feel free to message me and I will get back to you :) Thanks! Things about me: - 3+ years paid experience - newborn/infant experience - infant-teenage experience -...

Cassandra B. says "Carolina was early and was amazing!!! My son wanted her to come back again tomorrow lol 10/10 says F. (5 stars)"

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Joliet, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Social Work Graduate, awaiting LSW. Experience working with at-risk youth in crisis situations, and after-school settings. CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified Currently a Full-Time employee as a Qualified Mental Health Professional and Crisis/Outreach Manager. Has own transportation. Currently learning Spanish and taking classes, can...
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Love People

Mokena, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Bonnie and a Nanny and Caregiver. I love what I do, and I serve to the best of my ability. I've been working as a Nanny going on 3 years . I love working with kids. I try to connect with them one way through arts and crafts, park visits and libraries etc. . I enjoy building their character always with much...

Matthew L. says "Bonnie watches our adult daughter and we just love her. She is kind and dependable. Our daughter looks forward to seeing her"

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New Lenox, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have 10 years of experience being a nanny and I have raised my own kids. Two of them have special needs so I have a very patient and nurturing personality. I am a reliable and responsible caregiver who likes to work with parents and children to meet the family needs. I have worked with infants through school age and multiples...
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Crest Hill, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a kind, caring and patient individual. I'm available to help with childcare, adult care or pet care. I am not licensed but I'm very experienced through life. I can provide light housekeeping and prepare meals. I'm great with pets and have experience with my own children, elders, special needs and pets. I work full time...
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I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Lockport, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
+ 1 more
Raised 3 kids all grown adults now, 5 grandchildren ages 6, 11, 14, 14 & 18. \n\nLove all babies & kids, very good with them. Worked 36 years in the field of mental health & developmental disabilities, retired.\n\nWorked after retirement in a day care center infants room with 10 children 6 weeks to 12 months for about 4 years in...
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Peotone, IL

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$15/hr
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
Hi! I have tutored in the past and love working with kids and pets! I can help with housework and transportation as well :) I also recently got my paraprofessional license to help out with special needs children. Feel free to message me!
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Wilmington, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in Wilmington, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Bonnie M.

Bonnie has been watching our special needs daughter for several months. She is prompt and professional. Our daughter is always very...

- Care member

Yanira N.

Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others.

- marvin D.

Ashlyn F.

I would give more than five stars if I could! Ashlyn was the best nanny I have ever had with my daughter. She went above and beyond to make...

- Care member

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