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Connie B.

Niles, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been in the social service field for over 20 years. I was also was a preschool teacher, but went back to my first love, working with people with disabilities. I worked in a residential home with girls with severe disabilities, then did respite care for a few years and loved it all. I was a job coach helping people with...

Stacy C. says "We have been so incredibly lucky to have Connie as part of our care team. She has been reliable, responsible, and very kind in the care of our son with...

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Niles, IL

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am a caregiver for two years. I have done home health care, hospice care and worked in a senior living facility with required assisted care, total care and rehabilitation care. I love giving care to persons with special needs especially to elderly like I'm giving care to my old parents and relatives.
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Niles, IL

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$19/hr
5 years experience
My name is Vanessa. I'm a certified nursing assistant and spent over a year working as a behavioral health tech at Montrose Behavioral Health Hospital, supporting individuals with mental health challenges, including those on the autism spectrum. I also have over four years of nannying experience with young children. I'm warm,...
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Niles, IL

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$17/hr
I had elderly neighbor who I took care of when her daughter couldn't make it . I would cook and feed and run errands for her. Also was taking care of children with disabilities .
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BS Nursing,lots Of Experience ,caring Caregiver

Niles, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
40yrs old, 8yrs of experience Trustworthy &honest Bachelor of science in Nursing graduate Caring & happy person
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Loving Caretaker

Niles, IL

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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Jeannine and I am a licensed special education teacher, with extensive experience working with children with autism and other intellectual disabilities. I love what I do, and I especially love helping my students and loved ones succeed both in the classroom and in the real world! Teaching and care taking are my...
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Happy Child Is A Happy Life

Skokie, IL

4.2(0)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified. Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...
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Let's Get Down To Business, To Have Some Fun!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I started in preschools in the 2. 6-3. 6 age group the gradually moved into substitute teaching. I have experience with special needs kids (autistic, paraplegic, blind, cognitive impairment, emotional/behavioral impairment). I have gathered several tricks in my time sub teaching and working in the preschool setting I would have...

Britta H. says "Joel was our life saver. Our kids have PTSD and our son was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD, which is certainly difficult to manage on a...

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Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Caregiver With Deaf Education Degree

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience
I majored in Deaf education and have several years of experience working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students as well as students with other communicative, social, and emotional needs. I am currently teaching 3rd through 5th grade in a Deaf Education program, but would like to continue to work with children for the summer. I...

Kathy K. says "I have the honor of working alongside Kristy at Children of Peace. I teach 1st through 3rd grade Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and co-teach religion...

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Reliable Special Needs Provider

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been working with special needs children and adults for over 25 years. I taught drama to developmentally disabled adults and taught or tutored most school subjects to elementary, teen, and adult learners in classrooms, homes, non-profits, and tutoring centers. I have earned masters degrees in middle-secondary education and...

Jennifer W. says "Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We...

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Full Time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
ROSAURA Objective: Certified Nursing Assistant since 1998. Specialize in Dementia, Parkinson's, MS and Austism. Working homecare since 2015 Experience: A. B 02/21- Present Personal Support Worker Help around his apartment Errands, Walks M. H 09/2019-Present CNA Companionship, ADL, Groceries, Errands Custom Home...

Natalie S. says "Rosaura helped me with wound care after I had to have an emergency surgery. I had an abscess removed from my tail bone and had to have surgical packing...

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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
I cared for my cousin's husband for several months. He has Lewy Body Dementia. I helped with feeding, dressing, exercise, recreation and toileting. He and I became fast friends and have a close bond. I have also worked with children with autism and ADHD. My best friend from High School has Muscular Dystrophy, and my best friend...

Karen O. says "Dina is family and during my husband's illness she was his caregiver/companion during the day thereby giving me much needed time away from constant...

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Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Franklin Park, IL

5.0(0)
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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked through DCFS in a foster home, with children ranging from 5 months to 15 years old. There were many different special needs involved. I worked there for 5 years. I enjoy this type of work because children are loving and sweet and teach us something new every day. The appreciation of life is greatly increased in...
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Speech Therapist/Tutor- Polish-Speaking/ Special Needs & All Ages

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello all, thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I live in Chicago and am providing services for children of all ages as a Speech-Language Pathologist as well as a caregiver! I am an elementary school-based SLP and am finishing up my 7th year there. I completed my Master's coursework in Speech-Language Pathology at...

Renee G. says "Sylvia was hired to watch my 8 month old daughter for one day while I worked from home. My daughter immediately took a liking to her and she had non stop...

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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a recent graduate looking for an income and I have 5 years experience working in healthcare. Thank you.

Yulanda C. says "Natacha was a great conversationalist and was helpful when I needed assistance going to a medical procedure. She's very dependable and I would recommend...

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Helping Hands

Chicago, IL

4.0(0)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I'm a 44-year-old divorced mother to a 12-year-old boy with Down Syndrome, who is truly a blessing. I've been a full-time mother, and I am ready to get back into the work force. I am a very reliable, responsible, and kindhearted individual. I'm open to providing care, compassion, nurturing to any age as I truly enjoy helping...
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Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am very interested in the opportunity to assist, I want to be a true companion on uplifting someone who needs care by listening to my clients first and provide comfort to their worries and fears. I took my medical board exams in order to practice medicine in United Sates. My medical degree is from Mexico where I have practiced...

Care Member says "The entire family was very pleased with Alfredo's professionalism. He always performed his duties with a smile and a pleasant attitude. He undertook...

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Kind And Patient Caregiver

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi, my name is Lara. When I was younger, my first job was working in an elderly home, and I've always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to caring for my own mother in my past, I have been working for a senior care agency this year as well as people from care. com. I am certified in CPR, First aid, CPI (from my...

Amaralys A. says "Lara was kind, helpful, and showed great concern for me after my hysterectomy. she continues to check on my recovery even after the job was complete....

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CNA,CPR

Wheeling, IL

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Highly-dependable, nurturing caregiver who has good values, compassionate nature and 10 + extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly care. Eager to make a difference in client's everyday life.
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  • 60 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.17/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 5.0

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

Special Needs Child Care in Niles, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Connie B.

We have been so incredibly lucky to have Connie as part of our care team. She has been reliable, responsible, and very kind in the care of...

- Stacy C.

Joel C.

Joel was our life saver. Our kids have PTSD and our son was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD, which is certainly difficult...

- Britta H.

Kristy C.

I have the honor of working alongside Kristy at Children of Peace. I teach 1st through 3rd grade Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and...

- Kathy K.

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