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Maddie F.

Prospect Heights, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I'm currently working as a registered behavioral technician for kids with Autism. I thoroughly enjoy helping kids read their goals and help parents wherever I can. My photos are from the recent years I've been working with kiddos!! I am CPR certified as well!
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Prospect Heights, IL

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Ive always been interested in helping others in any way I can. Im working as a caregiver/companionship. I have experience assisting with medication, dressing, feeding and toileting and other needs. I am energetic, passionate and hard working.
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Prospect Heights, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Male caregiver with 9 years of paid Work experience, I love my work with a passion. Have worked with many families and have great references and reviews as well as very clean background. Please check out my reviews and contact me for excellent care for your loved ones, thanks again.

Kari H. says "Precent did a fabulous job with my special needs son! We miss him."

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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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Theraputic Nanny

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses. As a public school teacher of many...

Ann D. says "Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time...

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Experience with Special Needs

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 years of experience in special ed. I was a teachers aide at kirk school in Palatine for 3 years. I have also been a private caregiver for an adult male with special needs and a. caregiver to a lovely little boy for over 3 years my most recent job was with a little boy with autism.

Care Member says "Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie always...

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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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Special Needs Caregiver

Mount Prospect, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have 4 years of experience with special needs. I worked for the transitions program at Glenbard North high school for almost 2 years. At that program I worked with non-verbal, autistic, down syndrome, schizophrenia and much more. I am currently a special education Para educator for 6th graders in U-46 with a learning...
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Wheeling, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
I am the mother of two adult children and have worked in Social Services since I attended college. I have my BA degree in Psychology. I taught both a teen and adult enrichment program for Developmentally Disabled clients for more than 5 years. I worked in a school as an aide for one on one care at an Early Childhood school as a...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My name is Ewa. I am a non-smoking nanny with 16 years of experience caring for children. I have proven to be a dependable, energetic, responsible and creative caregiver. I have worked as a nanny since 1999 with families with one to three children. I was caring for boys and girls from newborns to age 14. I am comfortable around...
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Experienced, Compassionate Caregiver With Multi-Age & Special Needs Experience

Elk Grove Village, IL

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$25/hr
14 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Liliana, and I have 10+ years of hands on childcare experience with children ranging from newborns to early childhood. I began caring for a family with three children, including one on the autism spectrum, which gave me strong experience managing multiple ages, routines, and individualized special needs. I've also...
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Responsible, Mature, And Experienced Special Needs Care Provider -- Children, Teens, And Adults

Mount Prospect, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My college degree was in Psychology -- that and my 16+ years of experience working with special populations has given me an extensive skill set. I've worked in formal special education settings, residential facilities, and private homes. I've worked with large classes and small groups, but I prefer one-on-one interactions.
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Wood Dale, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I have multiple years of experience working with children with special needs, particularly children with autism, ADHD, Down's syndrome, speech delays, and developmental delays.
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Buffalo Grove, IL

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$40/hr
2 years experience
I am a behavior analyst and I can assist your child with behavioral issues in the home. I am caring and easy going. Please let me know if I can help!
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Des Plaines, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
With over 15 years of dedicated experience in special needs care, I specialize in providing comprehensive support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and diverse developmental challenges. My approach combines deep clinical understanding with a compassionate, person-centered focus. I am skilled in behavioral...
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Skokie, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a CNA/caregiver for over 20+ years I am efficient organized compassionate and friendly I have a wide variety of care let me know if you have any questions or concerns or would like to chat
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Mount Prospect, IL

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$16/hr
It has been a common pattern for my family to work with individuals with disabilities. My mom, dad, grandma, and older sister all work with these individuals. I have not veered from that pattern. I have had a job with NWSRA (Northwest Special Recreation Association) for three years. I am currently 18 years old and a senior in...
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Glenview, IL

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$28/hr
3 years experience
Caring for others is something I genuinely am passionate about and find deeply rewarding. Through caring for my father during his battle with diabetes, blindness, physical decline, and other health challenges, I knew it was detrimental that preserving his dignity and independence. I bring patience, compassion, empathy, and a...
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Northbrook, IL

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$25/hr
I'm a caring and patient caregiver who enjoys supporting individuals with special needs. I focus on creating a safe, positive, and comfortable environment where each person can thrive. Families can count on me to be dependable, compassionate, and respectful.
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Special Education Teacher

Wood Dale, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I just graduated ISU with a degree in special education. I have 8 years of experience. That experience included being a nanny, inclusion companion, clinical hours for my college.
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  • 60 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of June 2026

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

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

Special Needs Child Care in Prospect Heights, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Precent M.

Precent did a fabulous job with my special needs son! We miss him.

- Kari H.

Lauren G.

Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it...

- Ann D.

Laurie B.

Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie...

- Care member

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