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60 special needs child care are listed in Glen Ellyn, IL

The average rate is $14/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 5 years

Special needs child care in Glen Ellyn, IL

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Tahira R.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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.
5.0
"Tahiti was on time, congenial, caring, and careful. I highly recommend her!"

Reviewed by Susan S.

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Alicia S.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver Excellent Housekeeping Skills

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I am sister and guardian for my brother P who has special needs. I grew up taking care of him. I am actively involved in his life. P lives in residential program in Blue Island IL.
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Grace P.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$18-21/hr1 yrs exp

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I'm a third year nursing student at Illinois Wesleyan CNA certified CPR certified and First Aid training I have 36 hours of hospital experience I've cared for children with Autism, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, and gender dysphoria I've been a nanny for 6 years and i've worked with 5 different families I've worked with children ages...
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Peggy M.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Love To Engage With Differently Able Individuals

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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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Non-smoker. Owns reliable means of transportation. Fluent in Spanish, knowledgeable in French, and learning Italian. College student currently going for an Associate's in Science at a two-year school and then Bachelor's in Math and Computer Science at four-year institution. Excellent with English schoolwork. Loves animals...
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Victoria V.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

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I first began working with adults with special needs in 2022. I immediately became very passionate about my work. I fell in love with my job. In 2023 I became a personal support worker (PSW) for an adult with special needs. I have been doing that ever since and have found a true love for being a caretaker and helping those that...
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Cori F.


Darien, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

4.5

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I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 18 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 15 years.
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Clemonce M.


Wheaton, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

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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.
5.0
"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 dependable. Punctual and very dependable! She is sweet and...

Reviewed by Elle A.

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Noel B.


Lombard, IL

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Demonstrating A Love And Passion For Teaching

5.0

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Hi there! My name is Noël and I live in Villa Park, IL. I have a significant amount of experience caring for special needs individuals as I have a younger brother, Joshua, who is Autistic - he is my pride and my joy! In addition to caring for him, I assisted my parents with facilitating an at home early intervention program...
5.0
"Noel was amazing to work with. She is communicative, responsive, and caring. I would strongly recommend hiring Noel."

Reviewed by Clint S.

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Jill G.


Warrenville, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Kind, Communicative Caregiver

5.0

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I'm Jill. I have spent my entire adult life lovingly helping others as a caregiver. I have a BS degree from University of IL in Psych & Child Development. I created & facilitated a community employment day program for 19 yrs at Aspire of IL where I taught job skills, academics, leisure skills & volunteering. I've also worked for...
5.0
"Jill has cared for my daughter for 10 years. She is incredibly kind and caring and is more than a caregiver, but is one of my daughter’s dearest friends. Jill is truly a member of our little family."

Reviewed by Care member

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Dania G.


Melrose Park, IL

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

5.0

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Hello Parents! I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
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Amanda G.


Carol Stream, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Amanda G.

5.0

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Hello all, I have two years experience caring for children with special needs, including autism, epilepsy, and ADHD. I use doctor recommended strategies and techniques to provide emotional and physical support to my clients and their families. I look forward to meeting with you!
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"We hired Amanda as our full time nanny to watch our son when he was 8mo old. It was our first nanny experience so we didn't know what to expect, and now we are forever spoiled! Amanda was with our family until...

Reviewed by Julia O.

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Lorraine G.


Glendale Heights, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time / As Needed Care Giver Available!

5.0

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Hello, My name is Lorraine. I m 27 yrs old. I m currently working as a nanny in Wilmette. I'm a certified nurses assistant and have completed 3 yrs towards a nursing degree. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am naturally patient, loving and nurturing. I believe in treating the people I...
5.0
"Lorraine assisted me with transportation and after care of surgery. She is dependable, kind, willing to run errands for me. Would highly recommend her and would definitely hire her again. She was so nice and a...

Reviewed by Susan C.

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Aliyah B.


Naperville, IL

$20-50/hr4 yrs exp

4 Years Of Experience Working With Children With Special Needs. Speech-Language Pathology Student.

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I'd describe my personality as kind, caring, and down-to-earth I have worked with kids through volunteering and school internships since high school. I started working with kids more consistently four years ago when I started working in childcare. One thing you should know about me is that I have four years of experience...
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Olivia R.


Naperville, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Easy Going Personality Looking To Spend The Summer With Any Age :)

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Hi there :) I'm Olivia and I am looking for a summer nanny opportunity to make some money during my last semester of grad school! I am currently working on earning my masters in Speech-Language Pathology, very exciting!! Till then I am hoping to find some fun kiddos to hang out with this summer and save money before moving to my...
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Rhea M.


Naperville, IL

$25-30/hr9 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher - Tutoring & In-home Care

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I spent 5+ years as a Special Education Teacher with children with severe and profound disabilities and medical fragility. I also have experience working with students with mild disabilities (ADHD, dyslexia, etc.) and 2 years of experience caring for elderly adults in their homes. Looking to work weeknight evenings.
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Eleanore L.


Elmhurst, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Help Me Help You!

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Hi there! My name is Eleanore. I'm from St. Charles, IL; however, I attend Elmhurst University during the school year. I'm majoring in Psychology and minoring in communications, social work, communication science and disorders. I want to one day become a developmental psychologist and help children with developmental delays....
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Virginija S.


Willowbrook, IL

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Cerebral Palsy

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I have over 20 years of experience working with a 36-year-old girl with cerebral palsy. I am able to care for children, elderly, and people with disabilities. I am covid-vaccinated.
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Alex T.


Elmhurst, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver With Early Childhood Credits And Experience In A Daycare With Some Special Needs Kids

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I have babysat for a child with an autism spectrum disorder, cared for some of these children in daycare. I prefer 1:1 relationships with kids also. I am patient, quiet and kind. I also have a learning disability, so I know how challenging things can be for a child with special needs. I have over 25 hours of early childhood...
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Christine D.


Hanover Park, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

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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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Recent special needs child care reviews in Glen Ellyn, IL

Tahira R.

5.0

Tahiti was on time, congenial, caring, and careful. I highly recommend her!

- Susan S.

Clemonce M.

5.0

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 dependable. Punctual and very dependable! She is sweet and kind! And is a very hard worker! She compassionate and without a doubt very supportive.

- Elle A.

Noel B.

5.0

Noel was amazing to work with. She is communicative, responsive, and caring. I would strongly recommend hiring Noel.

- Clint S.

Jill G.

5.0

Jill worked with my daughter from age 12-22 when she moved into a group home. Jill is generous, reliable, compassionate, willing to help with showering and all aspects of care. She is like a family member now.

- Care member

Amanda G.

5.0

We hired Amanda as our full time nanny to watch our son when he was 8mo old. It was our first nanny experience so we didn't know what to expect, and now we are forever spoiled! Amanda was with our family until we just moved out of state and we wish we could've brought her with us. She was caring,...

- Julia O.

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