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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
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
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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Hi! I'm Lauren, I Have A Wide Range Of Care For Children And Elderly People.

Manhattan, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
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Hi! I'm Lauren, a caring and experienced caregiver with a lifelong passion for helping others. As a mom of four grown children, I've spent years nurturing, guiding, and supporting kids through every stage of life. In addition to raising my own family, I have professional experience in foster care, elderly care, and working with...
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Nurturing And Patient

Manteno, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi I was a teachers assistant for special needs students for eight years. For the past 12 years I have been a nanny for children ages newborn to 12 years old. I raised twins of my own. I enjoy reading stories, teaching children numbers, letters, colors, shapes, their address, and their phone numbers. I enjoy doing arts and...
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Manteno, IL

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$17/hr
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
transportation
dementia
I worked with special needs adults in the public school system for over eight years. I took care of my mother and father-in-law, who had dementia for several years, and I have been a nanny where I prepare meals, do light housekeeping, and take care of children so I have experience with both, I am an animal lover I helped out at...
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Manhattan, IL

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$15/hr
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Lauren, a mom of four grown children with years of hands-on and professional caregiving experience. I've worked in foster care, elderly care, and with children of all ages, including those with autism, special needs, and twins. I'm patient, reliable, and attentive, and I truly enjoy creating a safe, calm, and positive...
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Part Time To Full Time Nanny/Caregiver Available

Elwood, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Part-time Caregiver

Crest Hill, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I am 28 years old and have babysat since I was 15 years old part time/full time. I am comfortable with changing diapers, bottle feeding, light house work, playing games/activities, along with cooking meals for the children when needed. Have looked after newborns, toddlers, preteens, and the elderly. I do own my own car so...
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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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Part-Time Caregiver/Nanny

Bourbonnais, IL

4.5(0)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
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(1)
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$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'm experienced in Dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Down Syndrome and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and...

Care Member says "There are truly no words to fully express the gratitude we feel for the love, care, and dedication you showed to Kristin during your time with...

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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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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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Lockport, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
Raised 3 kids all grown adults now, 5 grandchildren ages 9, 13, 16, 16 &21. Love all babies & all kids, very good with them. Worked 36 years in the field of mental health & developmental disabilities, retired. Worked after retirement as lead in a day care center infants room with 10 children 6 weeks to 12 months for about 4...
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Peotone, IL

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$15/hr
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
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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Super Nanny

Joliet, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
+ 1 more
I have been taking care of children since 1985. I have been a nanny all over USA until 2002. I decided to make a change and moved to Mainland China (Shenzhen) to teach English. Now I own a small kindergarten in Shenzhen. Because they do not accept or understand learning issues in children, our school gets many special kids. My...
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Licensed CNA Caregiver

Joliet, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...
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Bourbonnais, IL

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$21/hr
20 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
For over 20 years, I've had the pleasure of nurturing children's growth and development. My babysitting experiences sparked a passion to positively impact young lives. I'm patient, creative, and approachable, which helps me connect with children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens and older. I'm comfortable caring for one...
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Braceville, IL

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$23/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Jessica and I am sweet, kind, patient, intelligent, fun, responsible and love working with children. I studied English and Psychology at Lewis University-- so I love to read and write as well and am available for tutoring! I have over 8 years of experience working with children, including children with special...
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Lpn Caregiver

Bradley, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired LPN seeking to care for loved ones in their home. I am very active, dependable, and experienced in all levels of care. My schedule is very flexible.
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  • The average posted rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2026

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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.

Barbara B.

There are truly no words to fully express the gratitude we feel for the love, care, and dedication you showed to Kristin during your time...

- Care member

Carolina A.

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

- Cassandra B.

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