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Bonniejean M.

Nanny/ Caregiver / Special Needs/ Organizer

Mokena, IL

4.8(1)
from
$23/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
My personality: Joyful and outgoing. I'm a nurturer being caring, supportive, compassionate and patient. I'm a nanny and caregiver. I love working as a Nanny. This is very rewarding for me. I help children build social skills and character as well. I like working with kids because kids' rock! They are unique because each and...

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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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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Future Early Childhood Special Educator With Paraprofessional Experience.

Mokena, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have babysat children since I was 10 years old (I passed the American Red Cross Babysitting course). I have worked in daycares and in homes, and I worked in a preschool as a paraprofessional for kids between the ages of 3 and 5 with special needs ranging from ASD to cerebral palsy. I have changed countless diapers, worked on...
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Mokena, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I have always been interested in helping children any way I can. I have worked within many daycare centers as well as two schools for individuals with disabilities for about 3 years now. I am currently in school to obtain by degree in Behavior analysis, with hopes to become a Board certified Behavior Analyst in the near...
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Mokena, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I work primarily with children with autism, I can also help with general mental disorders. I have a younger brother with high functioning autism, and am currently going to school to study cognitive behavior, school and clinical psychology.
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Young & Experienced Professional Looking For Part-Time Work

Mokena, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Current graduate student in the field of school psychology with 6 years of experience in special ed.
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Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother

New Lenox, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
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 & 6-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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Experienced Childcare Provider With 8 Years Of Experience Including Special Needs Children

Orland Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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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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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Experienced Senior Caregiver Available Full-Time

Homer Glen, IL

5.0(0)
from
$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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Special Needs Provider

Tinley Park, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I found my passion in working with the special needs population when I was 17 years old. Since then, I have worked with many abilities and ages in a variety of settings-everything from school, home, and recreation. I have experience working with autism and down syndrome individuals as well. I have spent a lot of time...
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Highly-Experienced Caregiver

Orland Park, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired firefighter/paramedic and have also worked in the medical field for an additional 10-15 years before that. I have many years of caring for my own family and working as a caregiver. I know how hard it is to find people to come into your home that you can trust and that can be there for you and your loved ones....
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Frankfort, IL

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$16/hr
6 years experience
am an energetic sitter with a genuine passion for caring for children. I am a recent college graduate with a degree in psychology, focusing on human development and disability studies. I have 5+ years of paid experience as a nanny and working with children. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have extensive experience with...
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Tinley Park, IL

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$40/hr
9 years experience
Hello! My name is Kelcey and I have a bachelor's degree in special education and a master's degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis with an emphasis in autism. With about 17 years of professional experience, I have provided services as a babysitter, caretaker, DSP, tutor, special educator, RBT, and BCBA in residential, community,...
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Orland Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been in the special needs field in some capacity since high school. I have worked hand in hand with many different types of individuals, especially those with CP. I have assisted with all different ADL's (Feeding, Bathing, Dressing, etc.). I work at a slower pace to make sure the individual I am working with is...
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Medical Assistant 20 Years Experience

Lockport, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been a medical assistant for over 20 years. My background is in Orthopedic Spine and out patient surgery. Home health is a path I started 3 years ago when the physician I was employed by retired. My heart is in home health now, it has been truly rewarding. In the past three years I have worked with quadriplegic and the...
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I Can Help With Special Needs.

Tinley Park, IL

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$14/hr
10 years experience
I have experience with quadriplegic individuals and Autistic youths. Just spell out the circumstances and I will let you know if I'm able to help. I'm happy to give you peace of mind.
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Homer Glen, IL

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$15/hr
I love children and I would love to help out and be helpful to your family and your needs. I hope everything works out and I get to meet a great family!
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Frankfort, IL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Hello, I'm a kind, reliable caregiver. I have been a full-time nanny for 8 years. I have several reviews on Care. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks, Jillian
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  • 60 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.14/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 4.5

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

Special Needs Child Care in Mokena, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Bonniejean M.

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

- Care member

Bonniejean M.

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

- Matthew L.

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.

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