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38 special needs nannies are listed in Plainfield, IL
The average rate is $12/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs nannies is 10 years
Special needs nannies in Plainfield, IL
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Hi! I'm Madeline, I've been working in child care for 14 years and I have experience with ages 5 weeks to 15 years old. I have a bubbly, imaginative, and creative personality. I am very hands-on and big on crafting! I've made homemade edible finger paints and play dough, sensory bottles, and designed obstacle courses throughout...
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"I hired Madeline numerous times to babysit for my 7 y/o son and help him with homework. She was nothing short of Wonderful. She is always punctual and dependable. My son is always excited to see her and asks...
Reviewed by Julie G.
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Hello! My name is Bradi and I am a graduate student at University studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was old enough to take a babysitting certification class through the park district at the age of 12. I have babysat for countless families...
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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...
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"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 sitter for them. She always had activities planned and...
Reviewed by Justin B.
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I passed the Nanny Basic Skills test. I worked with special needs children for five years. I was a preschool teacher. I have been a nanny/babysitter with children ranging from age newborn to 11. I have my CPR/First Aid cards. I enjoy working with children! I have my CNA and EKG technician certificate. I hope I can help your...
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"Christine was available on very short notice at a very early time to watch my 4 year old daughter and 2 year old son, while I took my other son to the doctor. Christine was early, friendly, and professional. I...
Reviewed by Ashley K.
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Hi! My name is Ana and I am a junior nursing major in college! I have lots of experience nannying. I love children and have worked with kids of all ages, even those with special needs! I can be flexible with schedules and am also comfortable with pets! Right now, I am only looking for short-term jobs like date nights and...
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"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 flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive...
Reviewed by Jackie F.
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I worked with Special Needs children for 5 years. I enjoy working with the children. They make me smile.
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I worked with kids in all ages. Mostly 0 - 10 years old! I've worked with special needs kids to calm down to wanting to be creative!
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I am a certified Paraprofessional at Guiding Lights Academy. I help children K - 12 with special needs learning life skills.
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I have over 10 years of experience in working with children (including twins and children with special needs). My experience includes working at daycares, childcare management, volunteering, babysitting, and even teaching babysitting classes!
I work full time at an office job and I'm looking for some supplemental income doing...
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Hi! My name is Paulina and I am 23 years old. I have experience watching kids of all ages including kids with special needs. I was involved with Special Olympics in high school as a peer and also helped during adaptive PE and art classes. I love love love spending time with kids and animals. I have babysat all throughout high...
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I have plenty of experience with children ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years old (twins, multiples & special needs). I am CPR and first aid certified (which I renew every two years), a Certified nursing assistant, and have over 4 years of college under my belt in nursing and speech pathology. I have worked at my mom's...
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"We interviewed Lauren for a full time position with our three year old son and when we were expecting our daughter. Lauren was an immediate fit for us! She came in and greeted our son, who immediately fell in...
Reviewed by Lauren F.
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Hi! My name is Sydney, I am 24 years old and a student at the Chamberlain University. I am studying nursing with the goal to be a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. I am the oldest out of 3 and helped out a lot with my siblings when they were younger. I have a wide range of experience watching kids from infants to pre-teens as well...
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"I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She frequently cares for my children (ages 4 and 7), and I have often observed...
Reviewed by Andrea W.
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Hi, my name is Emily! I am a licensed paraprofessional and substitute teacher, with experience from babies to young adults! I have also been a nanny since 2017.
With all of my years nannying, I have cared for only children and multiple siblings (and have overseen countless play dates), and I am comfortable with pretty much any...
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"She has such a kindhearted spirit and is amazing with kids. She is a safe driver and great cook!"
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Yanira N.
New Lenox, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother
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I have nannied & babysat for several families. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my review from the previous family I nannied for. I am also a US Veteran and mother of two boys (4yrs & 19-month-old).
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"Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others."
Reviewed by marvin D.
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Hello! I'm Andrea. I'm a registered nurse and I work 3 days a week. I want to nanny on my off days because I have a passion for children. I have experience with special needs as well (Down syndrome, autism, seizure disorders, and non-verbal kiddos). I have also traveled with a family on multiple trips and provided 24-7 care.
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"Andrea is a caring & dependable caregiver! We would not hesitate to hire her again!"
Reviewed by Mara M.
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Hi my name is Starla. I'm a Mom, mentor, teacher, Chef, and so much more. I begin caring for children at a very young age. I've worked with babies, toddlers, elementary ages kids, teenagers, I also have experience working with special needs kids. I provided childcare from home and nannied for several families. I'm fun, loving,...
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"We were so lucky to be able to bring Starla into the lives of our 2 little ones. They were immediately drawn to her which was all we needed to see to know it was a good fit. Our regular nanny was unexpectedly...
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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...
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"Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our schedules didn't sync (my schedules was a little complex, no...
Reviewed by Kimberly C.
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Devoted and reliable nanny with over 17 years experience with children of all ages, as well as children with special needs. Supplies exceptional loving, nurturing care while meeting the emotional, educational, and disciplinary needs of each individual child. I am a kind, compassionate, and hands-on nanny, and am excited to bring...
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My past child care experience includes caring for two different family both with two children under the age of 10 years for about 4yrs+. My responsibilities included picking them up for school, assisting with homework, taking them to/from soccer practice and school events, preparing meals if needed, playing board games, going to...
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I have been babysitting for families with children ages newborn to pre-teen for about 10 years. I currently works as a paraprofessional in a special education classroom at the high school level. I am also pursuing my Masters of Special Education degree to become a Special Education teacher which I will finish up in May...
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Plainfield, IL
Madeline V.
5.0
I hired Madeline numerous times to babysit for my 7 y/o son and help him with homework. She was nothing short of Wonderful. She is always punctual and dependable. My son is always excited to see her and asks when she could come back over to play with him which hasn't always been the case with...
- Julie G.
Wendy S.
5.0
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 sitter for them. She always had activities planned and available should the kids be interested, and she was totally fine if they wanted a more chill...
- Justin B.
Christine S.
3.0
We interviewed Christine for a nanny position for our 2 boys. The interview went great, our oldest connected with her right away and even asked her when she was leaving if she was going to come back, which he has not done with anyone. She was even 30 mins early to the interview which was totally...
- Christina P.
Ana E.
5.0
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 flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive the girls where they needed to be and take them, and on fun outings. I trust very few...
- Jackie F.
Lauren B.
5.0
Lauren worked at licensed day care home for 3 years. The children ranging in age from 3 months to 12 absolutely loved her. She was my assistant and ran the day at times. I would recommend her to anyone. She is hard working, funny, caring and unbelievable with children. She is definitely a down on...
- Linda B.