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Janith D.

In Search Of A Full Time Nanny Position.

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
My name is Janith, I am 24, bilingual (Spanish) and I have 6 years of care giving experience. I've taken care of both the elderly and infants, both able bodied and special needs. Care giving is a passion of mine since I was a teen and I've always loved forming meaningful connections with kids and their families. From reading...
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Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi all! I have a huge bio on my other profile, but I am very comfortable and quite experienced in working with younger and older individuals with disabilities and neurological developmental disorders. It is my full time job! I work as an ABA Therapist and it is my passion! I am looking for a job preferably ion the weekends...
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Summer Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Fun, caring, and adventurous elementary teacher looking for a full-time Nanny job in the summer and date nights during the school year. Has 10+ years of experience with children with various needs. CPR first aid certified.
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Hello, I'm Joyce And I'm Looking For A Nanny Position

Chicago, IL

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$24/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I'm 27 years old i'm Psychologist, postgraduate in Communication, I have certificates in Social Skills, Therapeutic Follow-UP, First AID and CPR. I have experience as a babysitter/nanny (+3000 hours), I'm Infant qualification and special needs. And I really like studying about child development. I'm an honest, creative,...
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Behavioral Specialist Nanny/Babysitter

Chicago, IL

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I love hanging with children of ANY ability. I recently completed my masters program in Applied Behavior Analysis! I am finishing up a certificate in Autism. I love getting to know children's interests and strengths and using those to promote positive behavior change. I have over 10 years of paid experience working with...
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Annie The House Nanny

Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Here's a concise, professional caregiver bio for you: Bio: With years of hands-on experience caring for both seniors and children, I bring a nurturing spirit and dependable support to every family I serve. My background combines compassionate caregiving with strong organizational skills, ensuring safety, comfort, and meaningful...
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Experienced Nanny/Child-Care Provider

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Hi there!! My name is Alex and I am currently employed as an Elementary School Psychologist with Chicago Public Schools. I recently graduated from Loyola University of Chicago with my Masters in Educational Psychology, and Specialist degree in School Psychology. During grad school, I served as a nanny for a wonderful Chicago...
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Experienced Tutor, Babysitter, And Nanny - Specialize In K-12 Education And Infant/toddler Childcare

Chicago, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Caroline, I'm 28 years old, and I have been tutoring and caring for children and babies ever since I was in middle school. I have experience working full-time with children of all ages, including under the age of 2 and children with special needs and behavioral disabilities. I am the eldest of five siblings and...
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Experienced Nanny Majoring In Special And Elementary Education

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
6 years experience
I am a sophomore at University majoring in special and elementary education. My sister has cerebral palsy, so I am comfortable working with children who have developmental delays. In the past, I babysat for a1-year-old who had a feeding tube and was not able to verbally communicate. I also six years experience with nannying.
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Young, Energetic Professional Looking For Short Term Work As A Nanny For The Month Of June & July

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! My name is Abby and I am a Registered Nurse looking for a job as a nanny or care provider for the summer in Chicago. I worked in the ICU for 2. 5 years before returning to graduate school in 2015. This will be a short term position as I am graduating with my Masters degree and will be starting work as an advanced...
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Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Patricia. I'm a psychologist from Venezuela with over 12 years of experience supporting children and families. I specialize in caring for infants and children with special needs (including autism, ADHD, cancer, and developmental differences), and I offer a warm, playful, and thoughtful approach to every family...
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Professional Nanny And Babysitter

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Currently, I am a PE and Health Teacher, and I love it! I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I was the neighborhood go to Babysitter and Pied Piper for family and neighbors. My experience is as a Nanny, Babysitter, Certified Elementary and Physical Education and Health Teacher, Language Arts Teacher,...
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Nanny

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
In my history of being a nanny and a Special Education Teacher Assistant, I have always treated the children in my care as an extension of my own family. I worked as a full time nanny from 2012 to 2020 for several families. In that time period, there was a brief pause to nannying while I cared for my elderly mother in my home...

Erica F. says "We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well."

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Energetic Nanny

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi there! I have been a full-time nanny for about 15 years now. My experience is from premature babies to middle school-aged kids, also kids with special needs. I am very patient and a loving person. Love to be outdoors, doing activities, singing, reading and dancing with kids. I have my own car willing to use to transport kids...

Erik W. says "Miriam did great watching our 1 year old daughter. She can be a little shy and before I left she was already comfortable with her. Miriam was great."

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Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant- 5 years... I have 20 years in teaching, & 30+ years working with...

Care Member says "Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6...

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Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Franklin Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked through DCFS in a foster home, with children ranging from 5 months to 15 years old. There were many different special needs involved. I worked there for 5 years. I enjoy this type of work because children are loving and sweet and teach us something new every day. The appreciation of life is greatly increased in...
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Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am an experienced nanny, early childhood educator, nanny house manager and newborn care specialist. I've dedicated my career to working with families and children in a variety of settings. My background extends beyond working in private homes of families and includes teaching and leadership roles in quality early childhood...

Jacki R. says "Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job descriptions and...

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Part Time Summer Nanny :)

Mount Prospect, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! My name is Sienna and I am an incoming freshman in college at ISU as a nursing major! I am currently working as a nursing assistant at a pediatric office and am looking for some extra work a couple days a week this summer! I have experience as a lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certified, and spent a year as a camp counselor at...
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Looking For Work As A Babysitter Or Nanny

Elmwood Park, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello there! I just recently moved to Elmwood park IL from out of state. I had my Home health care certificate from my old state. I have my HeartSaver CPR AED First Aid Certification. I'm starting to the things I need for IL. I have been a nanny for quite some time and find it very rewarding. I have 11-year-old daughter and a...
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Experienced Special Needs Nanny

Melrose Park, IL

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$10/hr
4 years experience
I have worked with children with autism and cerebral palsy. I was an assistant teacher for children with autism, have been a nanny to children with autism, cerebral palsy and ADHD as well. I feel that all children are gifts.
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  • 60 special needs nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.06/hr as of April 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs nannies is 5.0

Recent special needs nanny reviews from local parents in Chicago, IL

Special Needs Nannies in Chicago, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs nannies

Judith D.

We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well.

- Erica F.

Miriam T.

Miriam did great watching our 1 year old daughter. She can be a little shy and before I left she was already comfortable with her. Miriam...

- Erik W.

Branndi C.

Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from...

- Care member

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