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Christy M.

Oak Forest, IL

from
$19/hr
10 years experience
Hello!! My Name is Christy and I currently have a Monday thru Friday, Elderly Client I take care of, been with him for 2. 5 years now, but my hours are being cut in half soon, due to their Financial Situation. So I'm looking for another Client to add on to my weekly schedule!! I'm thinking it will be on Mondays and Fridays when...
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Ability Coach & Support Provider

Alsip, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love my job! What I love most are the amazing people I get to work with. I have over 10 years experience working with students and clients with multiple abilities and diagnoses. I have worked as a paid employee and volunteer for school districts, special need cooperatives and adult service providers. This has given me...

Charles S. says "Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her...

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Nanny/ Caregiver / Special Needs/ Organizer

Mokena, IL

4.8(1)
from
$23/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 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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Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
As a mother of a child with special needs I have experience caring for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, Emotional Disabilities, Opposition Defiance Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder. I am employed by Chicago Public Schools as a aide for children with special needs and by the Chicago Park District as an Inclusion Aide...
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Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
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I'm A Caring, Loving Person Who Gives Dependable Help

Worth, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. Some with autism, muscular dystrophy, down syndrome, etc. I have been a caregiver for over 19years and I'm a mom of three.

Patrick D. says "I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very...

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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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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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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
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
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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Registered Nurse

Frankfort, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I have been an ICU nurse for 13yrs, but with a move across the country 2x, and no bachelor's degree, I was only able to find a job as a private home care nurse. And I fell in love with it!! I have cared for 2 special needs children in their home, including g-tube feedings, CPAP mask, nebulizers, etc.

Keri M. says "Laura is a compassionate and caring nurse. I trusted her with my special needs children from the start. She always did things the way I instructed, but...

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Paraprofessional

Tinley Park, IL

from
$22/hr
9 years experience
Hi, I currently work with students in a classroom for special needs students including autism and developmental disabilities. I am looking for a new opportunity helping others part time in their home. I have 9 years of experience with care and school settings. Thank you.
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I Have 5 Years Of Experience With Children With With Special Needs.

Chicago, IL

from
$10/hr
Craft assistance
travel
My Child Care Provider responsibilities included overseeing the basic schedule of special needs children, conducting activities, and supporting other staff members as needed.
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Alsip, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Hello there, My name is Yulissa and I'm 27 years old. I have been caring for children and senior adults for almost 8 years now. I'm always willing to learn and full of energy. My friends describe me as caring, loving and hardworker. I'm currently in nursing school and will graduate in November 2024. Although it was being a...
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24 Years Of Experience With Mental And Physical Disabilities

Orland Park, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I worked for a company for 24 years full time as a house manager for a home with several adults with mental and physical disabilities. I would love and care for them as if they were family. I helped dress and feed and shop and pass medicine and all of their daily needs. I give comfort and compassion and loving care to your loved...
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Dear Prospective Family

Frankfort, IL

from
$40/hr
10 years experience
My name is Toni. I have worked as a babysitter from middle school through high school. While in my early hs and college years I cleaned homes, I babysat in my early 20s then got a job I absolutely love, working with developmentally disabled adults (I'm still there pt) I have worked with this company the past 25 years and...
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Frankfort, IL

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$50/hr
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Special Needs Caregiver

Oak Lawn, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My experience with special needs came from a previous family that I nannied for. The young boy had ADHD and required medication, counseling and follow through on behavior modification techniques. Another experience was a young boy I tutored who had Down Syndrome. He was a high functioning little guy who was able to learn to read...
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Substitute Teacher

Thornton, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired LPN and certified in CPR. I recently became a licensed substitute teacher in pre-school - 12th grade. I have worked with mentally and physically challenged children for five years. As an LPN, I have worked w children as a home health care nurse.
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Special Needs Caregiver

Burbank, IL

from
$15/hr
I have had a few years of experience working with kids with special needs in school as a teacher aid. I also went to graduate school to earn a Master's in special education. I am searching for a part time job after 4 p.m. on Monday-Friday.
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Tinley Park, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hi there! My name is Vanessa. I am a former special education teacher that has experience with neurodivergent children with various needs. I have also been a nanny for families who have had children with physical needs. I enjoy doing daily tasks with my friends and keeping an upbeat atmosphere. I'm reliable and have a deep...
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  • The average post rate is $19.00/hr as of June 2025

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

Special Needs Child Care in Oak Forest, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Rita C.

Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son...

- Charles S.

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

Eileen K.

I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped...

- Patrick D.

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