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Special Needs Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
My name is Maribel and have worked with children for over 10 years. As of 2 years ago I started working with special needs kids. I work as a bus aide, taking care of student with divisibility on the bus. I have students with different disabilities but some common ones are autism, down syndrome, and speech impairment. I am a kind...
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Experienced Nanny | Psychology Degree | Special Needs & All Ages

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Erica, and I am a caring, dependable, and engaging caregiver with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in Human Development & Family Studies from Indiana University. My education, combined with several years of hands-on childcare and behavioral health experience, has given me strong insight into child...
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Nanny/Special Needs Aide

Chicago, IL

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$40/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Career nanny and household support professional with 6+ years of experience providing high-level, developmentally informed care for typical children as well as children on the autism spectrum ranging from newborn to pre-teen. Extensive hands-on collaboration with occupational, physical, and speech therapists, with a strong...
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House Manager/nanny, Date-night Babysitter. Experience With Special Needs, Non Verbal Kids, And More

Chicago, IL

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$26/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Pilsen, Chicago. Nurturing children and supporting families through reliable, high-quality care has been my passion for the past six years. I am a patient, creative, and approachable caregiver who truly enjoys engaging with children of all ages. Whether we are playing outdoor sports, solving puzzles, or working on...
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Nanny With Professional Experience Working With Individuals With Special Needs

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Shannon and I am currently living in Philadelphia. I graduated from University of Pennsylvania last May and have worked at Anderson Center for Autism helping adolescent boys with learning and behavioral challenges achieve their individual goals. I have been babysitting since I was 12 and absolutely love kids of...
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Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
20 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
SKILLS Infant and toddler care Twin and multiple-child care Special needs experience CPR Certified Bilingual: English & Spanish Meal preparation Educational activities and play Light housekeeping related to childcare Routine and schedule management Strong communication with parents Reliable and...
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Experienced Loving Caregiver And Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
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...
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nanny

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hello I'm Layna:) I care about creating a fun and comfortable environment for children of all ages. While babysitting I love playing outside, board games, puzzles, arts and crafts, etc. I am comfortable caring for any amount of children, any age. I also have great experience with people with special needs. I am a sophomore in...
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Full-Time Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
I have over 25 years of experience caring for children. I've worked with children with special needs. I can work with newborns to children 10 years of age. I have worked with children from 5-10 years old in after-school programs as well.
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Art Teacher Nanny!

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
I have over 14 years experience working with children in the educational setting. I started out as a teacher assistant caring for special needs students. I then went on and continued my career in the special education field as a paraprofessional. I was a one on one para for a special needs girl with down syndrome for 7 years. I...
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Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hey! I'm Rebecca. EXPERIENCE: special needs, homework help, infant care, multiples, errands, transportation, mornings and overnights, sports coach, camp counselor, house management (cleaning, cooking, meal prep, organization & grocery shopping) A little about me, I'm originally from Green Bay, WI (yes I'm a packers fan) I was...
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Nanny Available!

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Maggie. I love working with kids and creating a fun, active, and supportive environment where they can learn and grow. I have experience as a nanny, camp counselor, personal assistant, and swim instructor, including working with children with special needs through AngelFish. I currently teach yoga and Pilates, so I love...
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Fun, Energetic And Experienced Nanny!

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
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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Nanny/Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am the oldest child, so I was always watching my siblings growing up. I always love to be around kids as they can teach you so much, and they're so funny and creative. I started babysitting for neighbors and relatives when I was around 14 years old and have continued over the years, so I have roughly 14 years of experience. My...
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Babysitter/Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a current CPS elementary teacher and an aunt of 4, I find my skills to be most useful when working with children. I have been teaching grades 4-7 in CPS for the past 7 years. Prior to becoming a teacher, I was a nanny, babysitter, lifeguard and more. I have been babysitting for children since I was 11. My love for...
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Full-Time, Long Term Nanny Available

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am the oldest of 4 children. My youngest sibling is very seriously handicapped both mentally and physically. I spent the majority of my teens taking care of my siblings and cousins. I'm used to caring for multiple children at once as well as children with special needs. I'm loving, kind, responsible and fun. I'd love to be the...
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Fun & Creative Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$22/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
**Currently located in Manhasset NY until end of Feb 2025** Hello! I'm a third year medical student at the University of Chicago currently taking a leave of absence from school until June 2026. I have 7+ years of childcare experience, including infants, toddlers, and kids. My skills include toilet training, working with special...
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Afternoon/Night Nanny Over Night Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I am a dedicated, dependable, and compassionate caregiver seeking afternoon and overnight nanny positions. I am available daily starting at 6:00 p.m. and can stay as late as your family needs, making me a great fit for parents who work late, travel, or need reliable evening support. As a Special Education Teacher with a college...
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Part-Time or Full-Time Babysitter/Nanny Available for Summer

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am majoring in Special education right now, and I have worked with kids with special needs for about 8 years. I worked in a special education classroom all through middle school and high school as well as ran clubs in middle school and high school with the sole purpose of having mainstream students interacting and being...
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Trustworthy And Nurturing Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Audrey, and caring for children has always been close to my heart. I began working in children's care at my family's church in my early teens and continued into my twenties. I later cared for school-aged children and traveled to Mexico to support orphanages, engaging kids through art, music, and creative play....
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  • 60 special needs nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $22.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs nannies is 1.0

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