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Lavinia B.

CNA,CPR

Wheeling, IL

5.0(1)
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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.

Susan W. says "Lavinia has helped my family over the past several years. She is wonderful, honest, and is very committed to whomever she is working with. She has a...

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Special-Needs Caregiver

Wheeling, IL

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I am a Special Education Paraprofessional in a Kindergarten classroom! My main responsibilities were to assist the students with recreational and educational activities, practice behavior management, help with toileting, and of course keep the kids safe. In college, I interned with Community Access Naperville, a...
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Supporting You

Wheeling, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hello my name is Niaja, I am passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others. Making your life easier is always the goal. I am dedicated to making a positive impact in people's lives. I love providing support to others around me and hopefully I can include that in your lives. I have worked in the hospital for...
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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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Wheeling, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
I have hands-on experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, and food allergies, and I'm confident supporting both verbal and nonverbal communication. I'm patient, reliable, and always bring a positive attitude. I love building trusting relationships and encouraging independence, .
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Wheeling, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I am a 21-year-old woman who is passionate about helping other people. Your daughter will be taken care w love & patience. I am pet friendly, optimistic, & a smiley person (: I'd describe my personality as playful, calm, & empathetic I love working with kids because children need a good role model to look up to that really...
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Part-time/Full-time CNA Caregiver

Wheeling, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I worked in nursing home for a year. I have been working as CNA/caregiver in home health setting since 2010. I have had experiences in taking care of clients with quadriplegic, Cerebral Palsy (mild to severe type), Autism, mental illness, Asperger's, ADHD, Neurological genetic disorder and other special needs. I also possess the...
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CNA

Wheeling, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
For the past 9 years I've been working as a nursing assistant in one of the skilled nursing facilities.
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Wheeling, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced mother who has cared for two special needs children. My daughter had cancer at 9. My son was speech and language delayed, LD, and has ADHD.
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Kind And Patient Caregiver

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
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$27/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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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 about 5 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.

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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Experienced Caregiver and Respite Care

Palatine, IL

3.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have worked with all ages and a wide variety of special needs clients. I have 14 plus years of experience both professionally and personally. I have a BA degree and am certified in CPR, CPI, DSP and QRMP. I've done substitute teaching in IL and taken First Aid. I love this line of work and can honestly say that I love going to...
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Licensed Practical Nurse

Rolling Meadows, IL

3.0(0)
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$25/hr
3 years experience
I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
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Part Time Summer Caregiver

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
1 year experience
I worked at Philip J Rock Center & School in Glen Ellyn it is school & home for children with both deaf & blind disabilities compiled with cerebral palsy & other learning disabilities. I was trained how to communicate with the children with a basic version of sign language & supervised children during activities & daily living...
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Experienced Care Giver

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Over the last 18 years, I have worked with adult and children who have developmental disabilities. This includes one on one settings, as well as group settings. My job is to ensure the safety and well being of all individuals with whom I work and care for. Additionally, I create programs to assist with community integration. I...

Care Member says "Karyn deserves more than 5 stars! She worked with our severely handicapped adult daughter who required feeding, diapering, showering and medications....

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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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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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Inspiring Growth And Joy: Nanny Specializing In Special Needs Care

Winnetka, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm seeking a full-time summer nanny position with availability from mid-May to mid-August. I am currently pursuing a Master's in Social Work at UIC, specializing in mental health with a focus on adolescents. During the school year, I work as a Community Support Specialist Intern at a community mental health agency. In...
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Babysitter With Experience Working With Children With Special Needs

Mount Prospect, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am a creative and energetic 21-year-old. I have experience working with children in many different settings. I have been a soccer coach and a soccer referee for several years. I am currently an inclusion aid for the park districts and a registered behavior technician (RBT). I work with and have...
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  • 60 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.67/hr as of June 2025

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

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

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

Lavinia B.

Lavinia has helped my family over the past several years. She is wonderful, honest, and is very committed to whomever she is working with....

- Susan W.

Larissa D.

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...

- Amaralys A.

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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