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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
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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
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
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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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- $22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hello, My name is Sarah. I am looking for a full time nanny position with a loving family. I'm looking to utilize my 11 and a half years of child care experience and knowledge in growth development by providing good guidance and exceptional care as a professional live out nanny. I also have two and a half years experience with...
Stephanie M. says "I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two children. She...
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- $18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Hi Families! I am an Education Major at Mizzou and will be a senior in the fall. I can start immediately - days, nights, weekends, and with little notice. I have a reliable, safe SUV to drive your children. I enjoy kids of all ages and abilities.
I bring several years of experience being a nanny to a family with special needs....
Chris D. says "Great with children, very polite"
I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
Dementia
errands
meal prep
companionship
hospice services
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Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly and special need patients. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, administering medication and keep patients as active is possible..
Care Member says "Lavinia cared for both of my parents for six years. She is a total professional. Lavinia has great nursing skills, attends to her clients with an upbeat...
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- $15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 years of experience in special ed. I was a teachers aide at kirk school in Palatine for 3 years. I have also been a private caregiver for an adult male with special needs and a. caregiver to a lovely little boy for over 3 years my most recent job was with a little boy with autism.
Care Member says "Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie always...
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
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."
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
meal prep
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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,...
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I am a mom with 17+ years of experience, I have two teenagers. Both opposite traits, one with special needs socially and emotionally and one that is an honors student and gymnast.
I adore all infants and toddlers. Currently, I work for 2 families part time. I am available on Fridays and some weekends.
Care Member says "Julie worked for us for 6 months and she was fabulous with our 1 year old son. He would always get excited to see her. She did a great job teaching him...
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- $28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family.
About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...
Margaret D. says "Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two...
Highly-dependable, nurturing caregiver who has good values, compassionate nature and 10 + extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly care. Eager to make a difference in client's everyday life.
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- $15/hr
I was taken care of for elderly people and people for special needs for more than 3 years.
I am a very compassionate and caring person.
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
transportation
My name is Manita. I'm a mother of two children. I have been a caregiver giver for the past 15 years. I worked for Sunrise Senior Living for more than 10 years. I have a lot of experience working for seniors. I do personal care. cooking, cleaning, and more. l enjoy working as a caregiver. I also have many years of experience...
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
I worked in one of the nursing homes for a year. I have been working with several home health agencies since 2010. I also worked some private duty caring for young people with special needs.
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- $20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am a creative and energetic 21-year-old. I have experience working with children in many different settings. I have been a soccer coach and a soccer referee for several years. I am currently an inclusion aid for the park districts and a registered behavior technician (RBT). I work with and have...
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
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My FT position with a wonderful family has concluded. That being said, I am currently looking for a new family to join. I am raising two wonderful children and have been a homemaker/caregiver for 18 years. I believe all children can be successful socially, emotionally, and academically with a strong, committed village to support...
My name is Isabella and I'm an energetic and dedicated 21-year-old! I specialize in childcare for children 0-10, and those with special needs. I'm a current graduate student, and youth services librarian.
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a former preschool teacher assistant , current nanny and mother of a beautiful 10-year-old girl. I have over 10 years of experience and absolutely adore children. I'm comfortable with newborn-high school ages. I'm experienced in children with special needs. CPR/first aid certified!
A little about me,
I love reading,...
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.28/hr as of January 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
Elyse M.
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,...
- Peter And Amy H.
Michelle R.
Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job...
- Jacki R.
Sarah S.
I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two...
- Stephanie M.
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