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Cody K.

Part Time To Full Time Nanny/Caregiver Available

Elwood, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have a vast amount of experience ranging from providing nursing assistant care in a Pediatric Acute Unit and Peds ICU unit to working as a nanny for a high profile family in Germany. Because of my healthcare experience, I have worked with children of all ages and those who have special needs as well. I understand the need for...
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Super Nanny

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been taking care of children since 1985. I have been a nanny all over USA until 2002. I decided to make a change and moved to Mainland China (Shenzhen) to teach English. Now I own a small kindergarten in Shenzhen. Because they do not accept or understand learning issues in children, our school gets many special kids. My...

Justin B. says "Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better...

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Learning Behavior Specialist Certified Special Education Teacher, Former Caregiver And Nanny

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have had multiple prior educational and volunteering experiences working with children and adults with disabilities and baby-sitting as well as taking care of family members with special needs. My area of specialty is severe and profound. I worked my way through college as a nanny and caregiver through a company. I have an...

Lisa S. says "She is an awesome teacher who cares for her students and would do anything for them. She is dependable, reliable, and responsible."

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Nanny

New Lenox, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
I have nannied & babysat for several families over the years. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my reviews from the previous families. I am a US Veteran and homeschooling mom of 3 boys (7, 4 & 10-month-old). I look forward to hearing about your family and how I may be able to help.

marvin D. says "Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others."

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Babysitter/Nanny

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a senior in college studying nursing. I have lots of experience nannying. I love children and have worked with kids of all ages, even those with special needs! I am looking for a part time/as needed job in the Joliet/Plainfield area while I finish my last semester!

Jackie F. says "Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was...

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Part-Time Caregiver/Nanny

Bourbonnais, IL

4.5(0)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I have a 2-year-old of my own and have been a caregiver from my very first job. I have worked homecare from birth-senior/hospice care, special needs, activity director at an assisted living facility, and in home daycare to be able to be with my little one. I had taken a break from using this site to pursue other jobs but have...
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Interactive Nanny

Orland Park, IL

3.7(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi my name is Magdalena I am 26 years old. I am bilingual and can speak English and Polish. I attended University of Illinois at Chicago where I majored in Psychology and also minored in Polish. I graduated from there in 2016. Currently I am getting my masters through an online program at Liberty University. I love working with...

Kimberly C. says "Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our...

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Caregiver/Nanny

Tinley Park, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am looking to help people care for their children while they are working. I am a mother of 3 grown children and I have been working with students with special needs for about 7 years. I have a big family and love being the fun aunt to my young nieces and nephews. We love to do crafts, go to the zoo, swim, plays games,...

Angela K. says "Janice has been with us for almost a year. She watches my 1 year old since he was a newborn while I went to work as a nurse. She is very flexible and...

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Part-Time Or Full-Time Nanny.

Orland Park, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a stay-at-home mom for over 10 years! Before having my own children, I was a Nanny for several years including working with special needs children and also in a nanny-share program with two 4-month-olds. I love being around children and being able to help families achieve work/life balance!
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Part-Time Baby Sitter Or Nanny

Orland Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello, My Name is Samantha. I am a Special Education Paraprofessional in New Lenox D122! I have over 10 years experience in child care and a ficus on child development. I work with all special needs population and average children as well. I have a Bachelors in Child Psychology and will be starting a master certification 2023...
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Full-Time Or Part-Time Nanny

Mokena, IL

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been caring for children since I was 14. I'm the oldest of 4 so taking care of kids has always come natural to me. Besides looking after my sisters and brother I have attained several nanny jobs over my 8 years of experience. I have nannied for children of all ages throughout the school years and for entire summers. I...
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Experienced Nanny With 6+ Years Childcare Experience

Mokena, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi! My name is Maggie and I'm finishing my senior year of college. I have experience babysitting/nannying for every age from infants to preteens, for over 6 years. I am understanding, energetic, and love keeping kids active and entertained. Additionally, I am happy to help with housework, laundry, or errands. I have experience...
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Kind Intelligent Patient Nanny.

Braceville, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Jessica and I am sweet, kind, patient, intelligent, fun, responsible and love working with children. I studied English and Psychology at Lewis University-- so I love to read and write as well and am available for tutoring! I have over 8 years of experience working with children, including children with special...
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  • 14 special needs nannies are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $25.00/hr as of January 2026

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

Special Needs Nannies in Elwood, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 14 listed special needs nannies

Wendy S.

Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for...

- Justin B.

Carol G.

She is an awesome teacher who cares for her students and would do anything for them. She is dependable, reliable, and responsible.

- Lisa S.

Yanira N.

Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others.

- marvin D.

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