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Over the last 18 years, I have worked with adult and children who have developmental disabilities. This includes one on one settings, as well as group settings. My job is to ensure the safety and well being of all individuals with whom I work and care for. Additionally, I create programs to assist with community integration.
I...
Care Member says "Karyn deserves more than 5 stars! She worked with our severely handicapped adult daughter who required feeding, diapering, showering and medications....
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- $30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi, my name is Lara. When I was younger, my first job was working in an elderly home, and I've always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to caring for my own mother in my past, I have been working for a senior care agency this year as well as people from care. com. I am certified in CPR, First aid, CPI (from my...
Amaralys A. says "Lara was kind, helpful, and showed great concern for me after my hysterectomy. she continues to check on my recovery even after the job was complete....
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- $15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have a lot of experience working with children! I have babysat many children and babies at once for years now and am very passionate about caring for them! I used to work for NWSRA last year which was working with special needs children. I also have tutored kids ages 6 and up! I have three brothers and over 30 first cousins...
Nicole O. says "We hired Kylie for the summer to take care of our infant son, she was beyond amazing! She always cared for him as part of the family and was flexible with...
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- $30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Errands
dementia
meal prep
hospice services
companionship
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Hello , my name is Lara and thank you for considering me for this position! My first job was at a senior care facility (in Arlington Hts.) and I have always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to personally caring for my own mother and others in the past, I have been professionally working as a senior caregiver for...
Ed A. says "Larissa cared for my disabled brother with kindness, compassion, and expertise. I would highly recommend her!"
I am a school social worker and I regularly work with kids and teenagers with special needs. I would describe myself as responsible, patient, and friendly. I love helping people and am lucky to be in a field that is so rewarding. During the summer, I have a lot of free time since I am not in school and I am also available in the...
Hi! I find it very rewarding to work with special needs patients. I have plenty experience and several references!
I have two adult children with ADD that required extreme hand holding with their education when they were young. I have mentored young adults as a business owner and restaurant manager. I get along especially well with teens that have a hard time talking to adults. I also have experience with newborns born addicted to drugs and...
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- $25/hr
Hi! My name ia Kristina! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person, and I am 28 years old. I love working with individuals of all ages! I used to be a camp counselor for about 7 years, and I have 10+ years of experience working with children, and volunteering in special education. I can help with Cooking, Crafts, Light...
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- $18/hr
Hi, I am Karen W. I am parishioner of OLW in AH. a wife, mother, a daughter and a friend to many people. I love meeting new people I cared for my father for six years and now I visit with my mom who is 93 years old. I love to read books play card, games and do puzzles. I like to go to bookstores, libraries it enjoy the...
With more than 10 years of experience as a caregiver, I've truly enjoyed providing compassionate and loving care to those in need. I believe that everyone deserves to be treated with respect, dignity, and a warm smile. My goal is to create a supportive and friendly atmosphere where each person feels valued and at ease....
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- $29/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
With being a mother of 2 teens and a special needs teaching assistant, I have 15+ years of experience with childcare. I am positive, creative, kind, helpful, reliable, and a fun person to be around. It would be a pleasure to help with homework and zoom as I love to make learning fun! Also, I am flexible and can do light...
Hi families! My name is Audrey. I am from Arlington Heights and I currently attend Harper but planning to transfer to ISU next year. I would love to help out on date nights, events, parties, etc. I have been paid to babysit since I was 14 up until 16 where I have been working for NWSRA, which is a special needs association. I...
Hello, my name is Antonia I'm 58 years old I'm a mother of 3 kids and have 3 grandchildren. My current jobs are special needs school bus driver ( part time), and hairdresser. I have experience with babysitting my own grandchildren as of raising my kids as a single mother. I have a clean background, I speak Italian Swiss and...
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Rebecca and I am an experienced nanny with over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including newborns, children with special needs, and multiple children simultaneously. I am a confident and safe driver and can assist with school drop-offs, appointments, and activities.
I am passionate about engaging...
Light cleaning
home modification
respite care
live-in home care
errands
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Personable, deeply caring, fun. Background in hospital chaplaincy, retirement communities (Life Enrichment Specialist and reception), special needs' children, pets, international and stateside church work. Love making connections with people, comforting, and encouraging. In my spare time I love volunteering with prayer ministry,...
I work at a therapeutic day school, mostly with kids on the Autism spectrum. I have been working with people with disabilities for the past 10 years and have worked with a variety of ages and abilities. It is truly my passion and I enjoy the work that I do!
I have experience with giving medication (orally or via g-tube),...
I am the oldest of 4 siblings, so my experience caring for children started at a young age. I began babysitting for neighbors when I was 11 and that became a consistent job for me until I was going away to college. I have cared for a variety of ages of children and I also have a background of caring for children, teens, and...
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
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I have over 7 years of experience with kids of all ages (from newborn to teenagers). I have experience with special needs as well as I used to work with autistic children. I have the following qualifications:
-CPR certificate
- Very good driver with a clean record
- Comfortable with swimming supervision
- Willing to work at...
Care Member says "Wonderful and an amazing person. Kind, generous and excellent with my daughter. First time mom and I had to go back to work but my daughter was in...
Fun And Professional Nanny/babysitter With 8 Years Of Experience & A College Degree
Schaumburg, IL
5.0(1)
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- $15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been lucky enough to work with many children ages ranging from 6 months to 13 years! I have a degree from Marquette University and am bilingual in English and Spanish. I have 8 years of paid experience and have had the opportunity to work with children ranging from 6 months to 13 years. Most recently I worked as a before...
Peter And Amy H. says "Elyse worked for us last year, and managed the after-school/evening chaos for my three children, ages 12, 9, and 6. She was always on time, drove...
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- $28/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
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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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.41/hr as of April 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Arlington Heights, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Arlington Heights, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Karyn L.
Karyn deserves more than 5 stars! She worked with our severely handicapped adult daughter who required feeding, diapering, showering and...
- Care member
Larissa D.
Lara was kind, helpful, and showed great concern for me after my hysterectomy. she continues to check on my recovery even after the job was...
- Amaralys A.
Kylie S.
We hired Kylie for the summer to take care of our infant son, she was beyond amazing! She always cared for him as part of the family and was...
- Nicole O.
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