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Hello! My name is Jackie, I am 21 years old and currently live in West Chicago! I have been a nanny for the past year and a half, and have babysat for different families since I was 12 years old, including various ages from newborn to teenagers along with different special needs. I speak English fluently and took 6 years of...
Gabriella C. says "Jackie was so helpful! I always came home to a clean house with dishes done and the vacuum ran. She came up with fun games for the kids to play. She...
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I raised my own children, my son (33) and my daughter (23). Over the past 20 years, I have served as a toddler teacher, and home-daycare provider, and served 4 different families as a nanny for the last decade. I also have experience working with people with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy working with...
Care Member says "We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are home from...
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3 years experience
I have a paraprofessional license. I have been work with autism and apraxia for 12 years with my cousin. Officially have 3 years of experience with kids with minor to severe disabilities. It truly is my passion to continue working with people who have special needs. I'm studying sign language interpreting.
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My nanny career began while I was finishing my bachelor's degree in history at North Central College. At the time, I intended it to be a temporary job. Soon after graduation, I worked at a law firm in the city and for a political campaign, but realized my heart was in spending time with kids. I find nannying extremely rewarding....
I'm a mom to two teenage boys located in Geneva, that left the professional work force behind after becoming very sick. I needed help at home at different points in my recovery so I know how crucial a need that is. Now that I'm very well I would love to care give as a home health aid. I am not a nurse but I'm experienced with...
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My name is Mima, and I am looking to nanny for a family beginning in January 2021 close to where I attend University in Dekalb, as an Elementary Special Ed. Major!
Currently I am working as an Au Pair (live in nanny) in London, England for a family with a 6-year-old boy, and a 9-year-old girl with special needs. As a...
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6 years experience·
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I am looking for a nice family of however many children. I have plenty of experience babysitting and am currently a teacher for 10 students with special needs. I do also have my own car so I can easily pick up and drop off kids at school, sports, and other activities! I am looking for a nannying position for the summer. Please...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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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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I am a retired pediatric registered nurse who is looking to continue caring for children. I have cared for special needs children from ages 6 months to 18 years throughout my nursing career. Before I became a nurse, I babysat and nannied during high school and college for preschool and elementary aged children.
I currently have...
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Hello! My name is Silje (pronounced like seel-yah) and I would be honored to spend time with your children. I am a college student at Wheaton College, and have experience working with children of all ages. I am the oldest of six children, and grew up with a brother who has special needs so it takes a lot to phase me. I love...
I have been working in this field since 2001. I love caring for others from newborns to the elderly. I have been with a family for 2 years, a family for 12 years and then a family for 11 years. I cared for infants up until they were teenagers with two families. Became a nanny/house manage throughout the years. Before becoming an...
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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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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20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
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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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9 years experience·
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I am a fun-loving recent college graduate who loves working with kids! I have been babysitting (paid/unpaid) for about 9 years. I have a very large family so I have experience with a wide age range from newborn to 14. I love to meet new people and build relationships. In high school I taught a preschool class through the child...
Christina H. says "I was looking for a childcare provider, as needed for back-up when my mom was not available to help out with my 4 year old daughter, A. I found...
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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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30 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
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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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10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
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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."
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.
Hi everyone!
My name is Emma, and I'm a Junior at North Central College in Naperville. I'm currently working as a nanny, but the family's schedule will unfortunately no longer align with my new class schedule starting in January.
Beginning in January, my availability will be:
• Monday & Wednesday: Open all day until 4 p.m....
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36 special needs nannies are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $10.00/hr as of April 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs nannies is 4.0
Recent special needs nanny reviews from local parents in West Chicago, IL
Special Needs Nannies in West Chicago, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 36 listed special needs nannies
Jackie L.
Jackie was so helpful! I always came home to a clean house with dishes done and the vacuum ran. She came up with fun games for the kids to...
- Gabriella C.
Candace W.
We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are...
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Judith D.
We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well.
- Erica F.
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