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Olivia P.

Joliet, IL

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$17/hr
Hello! I am a speech pathology graduate student clinician from St. Mary's College. Excited to meet you and your family. I am home for the summer and I am looking for a job working with people with special needs to gain more experience as a graduate student clinician. I am passionate about making my care client centered and...
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Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Wilmington, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Terri! I have 21 years experience caring/helping people with special needs. I have worked with low-high funtioning children- adults. In residential and in home settings. Helping people with special needs is my passion. I currently have someone on Monday and Wednesday. I am free to talk about other days..
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Experienced Senior Caregiver Available Full-Time

Homer Glen, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
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Quality Care, Peace Of Mind

Lockport, IL

5.0(0)
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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 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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Learning Behavior Specialist Certified Special Education Teacher, Former Caregiver And Nanny

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
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$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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Joliet, IL

5.0(0)
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$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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Certified Nursing Assistant

Steger, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide include but are not limited to...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and have experience with infants through school age for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education Special...

Genoveva R. says "Virginia is patient, energetic and caring with children. Trustworthy and self-sufficient in the work that she displays. She is great with children with...

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Experienced Childcare Provider With 8 Years Of Experience Including Special Needs Children

Orland Park, IL

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm Kerstin, A passionate and nurturing childcare provider with over 8 years of experience with infants - teens and special needs. I approach every child with patience, understanding, and tailored care. I'd describe my personality as compassionate, reliable, and patient. I genuinely care about the well-being of every child...
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Experience With Traumatic Brain Injuries, Disabilities

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been trained in reflex integration, TBI recovery related to strokes, brain injury, visual-auditory-sensory issues. I work with infants to adults.

Connie B. says "Loving and wonderful. A great addition to our team. She has worked with ASD children for a long time and not only understands them but also what the...

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Crete, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
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Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs

Joliet, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. Right now I am mainly a mom. But I am hoping to find someone needed a helping hand part time during later morning and till around 330 p.m. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.
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Looking To Care For Children Of Any Age. Will Build Structure And Foundation In Their Lives. I'm Not Here To Replace You As A Parent. I Have Worked With 3 Children, Who Were Special Needs At Once.

Joliet, IL

3.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I took Child Care and First Aid in high school. I just recently worked with 3 children with special needs at one time. I also prepare meals and did light household cleaning. I can also multitask. I have my own vehicle. I did drop-off and pick up at school for 2 preschooler. I am bilingual.

Care Member says "Elsa was very kind and I can tell she means well. However, she mentioned letting us know she couldn’t stay the entire time but we have no record of...

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Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi.. My name is Chris and I have a passion for helping people in need.. My sister had MS for over 20 years. My Mom had dementia and other medical issues... and took care for her until her passing.. So I understand that people need help..:)

Catherine K. says "Chris is the most wonderful person and helper. She is loyal and dedicated and always puts my needs and comfort first. Chris is passionate about helping...

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Caregiver

Lemont, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as passionate, courageous, adaptable, hardworking I like caring for people with special needs because caregiving cultivates gratitude, it creates a beautiful and unique bond, I have the opportunity to learn new things I'm looking for a job that offers flexibility in hours I started caring for...
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Joliet, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I'll been in healthcare since I was 21, I love what I do, I think it's my job to help others. I'll been trained hands on, in safety care, DSP, rule 50(rule and neglect). I have worked with the age range of 17 to 85 years old. I have worked for 3 other organizations in Joliet Illinois. I just moved back to joliet; I currently...
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I Have Been A CNA For Over 30 Years.

Park Forest, IL

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$15/hr
I am knowledgeable in vital taking, med reminder, bathing, feeding, light house keeping, errands, Non smoker w drivers license & insurance. Punctual & honest.
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Special Education Teacher

Homer Glen, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
With over five years of experience as a special education teacher and 10 years as a caretaker, I bring a deep understanding of how to support children and adults with diverse needs, especially those on the autism spectrum. I specialize in creating structured, sensory-friendly environments and using individualized strategies to...
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Romeoville, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Kristen. I have been a CNA for 20 years with 10+ years of in home care experience. I also have behavioral health background.
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Crest Hill, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Salutations, My name is Brandon, and it is a pleasure to E-meet you. I have been working with children for over 5 years now. I was a Pre-K/Lead School Age Teacher. I've always enjoyed working with children. Prior to this job, I was a teacher aide at a therapeutic day school for individuals with high functioning autism. I myself...
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  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Manhattan, IL

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Carol G.

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

- Lisa S.

Virginia R.

Virginia is patient, energetic and caring with children. Trustworthy and self-sufficient in the work that she displays. She is great with...

- Genoveva R.

Amy L.

Loving and wonderful. A great addition to our team. She has worked with ASD children for a long time and not only understands them but...

- Connie B.

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