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76 special needs nannies are listed in Chicago, IL

The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs nannies is 7 years

Special needs nannies in Chicago, IL

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Pauline B.


Chicago, IL

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Household Manager/Special Needs Nanny

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I have worked with children with special needs, its actually personal to me as I have a brother with intellectual disabilities, so I've always gravitated towards children with special needs, and find it very rewarding
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Casey G.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker/Nanny

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I have a huge passion for working with those with special needs. I am about to apply to graduate school for Applied Behavior Analysis and have been a camp counselor at a camp for kids with special needs as well as an intern in multiple special ed classrooms. I feel that individuals with special needs bring so much light and joy...
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Kaitlin B.


Chicago, IL

$28-34/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny/ Special Needs Caregiver

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Hi! My name is Kaitlin. I am a licensed special education teacher (with a minor in elementary education) with 3 years in the classroom. Currently, I attend graduate school. In general, I have 13 years of experience working with children. This will be my 9th year working with people who have special needs children aged through...
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Annah G.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny With Medical/special Needs Background

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Hello! My name is Annah and I am a 23-year-old born and raised here in the city of Chicago. In addition to 9 years of nannying kids ranging 3 months to 10 years old, I also have both special needs care experience as well as medical experience. Over the course of 3 years I have worked in both group and one on one settings to...
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Danielle R.


Chicago, IL

$18-20/hr9 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver/Nanny

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Hello! My name is Danielle and I am a certified special education teacher and experienced nanny. I taught for the past three years for Chicago Public Schools and have nannied for the past nine years. I am extremely experienced in caring for individuals of varying ability and age levels. I am highly experienced with infants. I am...
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Jamie T.


Chicago, IL

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi families! my name is Jamie and I'm 23 years old. I am a full time nanny currently taking care of a 14-month-old baby boy. I am looking for weekend babysitting jobs as well as Wednesdays nights(4 p.m. till late) during the week. A little about me: I have over 4+ years of experience including 2 years as an Au Pair(live-in...
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Alondra E.


Chicago, IL

$27/hr

Fun And Loving Nanny

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Hello! My name is Alondra E. I will soon graduate from NEIU with a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education with a specialization in Bilingual Education. Throughout my academic journey, I have amassed significant field experience and knowledge, particularly in my service to CPS in a 2nd-grade classroom where I have...
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Keesha H.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Loving Caregiver And Nanny

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I am a loving mother of four fantastic individuals, one with special needs. I have 20 plus years of playing/interacting with children. I love playing games and reading with children. I have numerous years of experience working with children of all ages and many disabilities. Previously employed by Chicago Public Schools as a bus...
5.0
"Like many excellent caregivers, Keesha is patient and kind. She is creative and enters into my autistic son's imaginary world and builds it with him. She accommodates his mood changes, but still insists he do...

Reviewed by Virginia C.

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Laura I.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver, Nanny, Babysitter

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Nanny for children with minor special needs such as ADHD and ADD. Best Buddies Participant for a semester in college was paired with special needs young adults. Also, worked with special needs children on an occasional basis when I volunteered for an organization in high school.
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Megan D.


Chicago, IL

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I studied psychology and child development in college. I got my first job as a part-time nanny at 14 years old, in which I worked with three children all under the age of three. I worked for this wonderful family all throughout high school and became very close with them. From there, I had two other long-term nanny positions...
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Mollie B.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny And Babysitter!

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I have been caring for children since I was in middle school. I nannied throughout college and I have extensive experience working alongside children with special needs as well.
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Passhione H.


Chicago, IL

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Modern Nanny

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I'm a loving and supportive mother and a teacher's assistant. I have over 15 years of experience working with children. I'm currently enrolled in school for Early Childhood Education. My specialty is providing special needs care. I enjoy playing games that stimulate children's thinking. My favorite thing to do is create fun,...
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Sarah F.


Chicago, IL

$20-21/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny For The Summer!

5.0

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I currently work as a third grade and special education teacher at Rowe Elementary School. This will be my fourth year working here. I work with diverse learners in third grade and in kindergarten in a general education classroom. I have worked as a pre-school teacher with 3-year-olds, at JCYS one summer ago. I worked at LEARN...
5.0
"Very sweet. Fun and energetic with the kids"

Reviewed by Heather O.

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Michele B.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Searching Full-Time Live Out Nanny Position

5.0

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I'm a professional nanny with over 30 years experience working with newborns, preemies, twins and special needs children.
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"Michele worked with us while our daughter was 3M old until she was 2. She is amazingly kind, caring, loving and engages with kids on a personal level. Our daughter absolutely fell in love with her. She has a...

Reviewed by Alex M.

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Mary M.


Chicago, IL

$25-42/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny With Teaching Experience

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Hello, Mary Grace and I'm a nanny in the Chicago area! I have experience in child development and special needs care. Currently I am looking for 25-45 a week, and go start in mid August or beginning of September!
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Alison S.


Chicago, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

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5.0

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Hello! I graduated with a degree in environmental science from UNC Chapel Hill in 2019. Since graduation, I've been teaching English in Spain. I relocated to Chicago in early 2024. I will present my Master's thesis in June, and am looking for nannying opportunities while I job hunt. I've been caring for children for over 15...
5.0
"We used Tara as a vacation sitter. She came when she said she would, she was running late and messaged one evening to let us know. our daughter said she had a great time playing with Tara. Would hire again."

Reviewed by Tim B.

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Hailey T.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Nanny

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I have worked in a professional setting with special needs children and children on the autism spectrum in both the school setting and home. I have experience working with newborns, toddlers, elementary aged children, middle school and high school aged children. I love the creativity and silliness that comes when working with...
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Emma J.


Chicago, IL

$26-30/hr5 yrs exp

Summer Nanny

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Hi! I'm a graduate student, getting my degree in Social Work with a specialization in Children and Family. I graduate in May and I'm looking for part-time positions in the meantime. Over the past five years, I've worked as a part-time nanny for multiple families. I have experience managing households, completing errands, and...
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Stephanie B.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic And Experienced Nanny!

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Hello! I would love to have the opportunity be considered for a nanny position. During the school year I am an elementary teacher for Chicago Public Schools. Besides my teaching experience I have also taught preschool, managed a camp for children with special needs, and I also babysit 2 toddlers over the weekend. Please reach...
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Sarah E.


Chicago, IL

$15-26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

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Hello everyone! I am a college grad and I have been working with children since about 2009. I have worked with kids of all ages and children with special needs. I am currently a first year grad student working to become a licensed adolescent mental health therapists. I love art, music, being outside, playing with animals, and...

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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Chicago, IL

Keesha H.

5.0

Keesha was great with our kids and my brother in law who is special needs. She really is a Super Nanny

- Brittany F.

Sarah F.

5.0

Very sweet. Fun and energetic with the kids

- Heather O.

Michele B.

5.0

I wholeheartedly recommend Michele as a wonderful caregiver for your child. Michele has been an integral part of our family's life, caring for our son since he was just 3 months old. She is an exceptional nanny who has shown immense love and devotion to our son. Our son thrived under Michele's...

- Claire B.

Alison S.

5.0

We used Tara as a vacation sitter. She came when she said she would, she was running late and messaged one evening to let us know. our daughter said she had a great time playing with Tara. Would hire again.

- Tim B.

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Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Nannies in Chicago, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 60 reviews of the 76 listed special needs nannies.