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Shamari A.

Hello My Name Is Mari Nice To Meet You! My Availability Is Saturdays Only Until Further Notice.

Matteson, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hello my name is Mari I have plenty of experience in Child care services. Especially working with children with special needs. I work as a special education paraprofessional and training to become a registered behavior technician. I'm also CPR and AED certified. I'd describe my personality as Kind, Charismatic, and...
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Homewood, IL

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$12/hr
6 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
I am 52 years old. I am a human services caseworker for the state of Illinois. I need additional income. I have 24 years of experience with special needs children. I have much experience with child and adult care from previous employment, family, and friends.. I love people.
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Bountiful Babysitting

South Holland, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
Hello! My name is Makiya and I have over 4-years of hands-on childcare experience. I began working in daycares at the age of 16, and since then, caring for children has become more than just a job - it's my passion. I have experience working with children of all ages and backgrounds, including those with special needs. I...
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Child care

Frankfort, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, responsible, compassionate I like working with kids because I grew up around kids of all ages in clinics as well as in my own home, my sister is 8 years younger than me so I learned a lot as I helped her grow up! I also like working with kids because it's fun and never dull! I'm...
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Griffith, IN

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I have a bachelor of science in early childhood education. I am a lead teacher in a 1-year-old room. I work with children ages 1-5. I have also worked with children with special needs.
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Richton Park, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I have 2 god children ages 2 and 6 months they are both handful but I adore them. I do everything from babysitting them to keeping them for as long as need. I have also worked at an elementary school for 2 years now which is the age group of 7-11. I've gone on plenty of field trips with the students. I've assisted with recess....
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Highland, IN

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am an experienced and caring childcare provider with five years of hands-on experience, including working with children with special needs. As a parent myself, I understand the importance of creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can thrive. I also hold a degree in Disability Studies, which has...
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Highland, IN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
transportation
I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver with five years of hands-on experience providing personalized support to individuals of all ages, including those with special needs. As a parent and caregiver within my own family, I bring a deep understanding of the importance of patience, empathy, and attentiveness in providing...
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Merrillville, IN

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! My name is Emily . I have 15+ years experience caring for kids as a babysitter, teacher, and instructor. I have a bachelor's degree in music education from Valparaiso University. I enjoy playing and being creative with the children in my care. I have a particular passion for working with children with special needs! I am...
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Patient And Fun-loving Caregiver

Munster, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
errands
live-in home care
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
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Full Time Caregiver For Seniors Or Special Needs

Frankfort, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hello my name is Tricia, I am currently a live in caregiver I have been at this job for three and a half years. I love my job and I love my patient she has suffer a bad Brain Aneurysm and requires 24 hour care. I am looking for a full time job with no weekends. The only reason I am leaving is I no longer want to live outside my...
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Professional Educator For Virtual Learning Help

Hobart, IN

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I am an educator with 8 years experience who has consistently received a highly effective rating in my school system. I am looking to offer weekday tutoring out of my home in Hobart, Indiana for a small group of elementary-aged children. I will help your child learn grade level standards, all while stay on top of their...
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Elderly Caregiver

Matteson, IL

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$15/hr
Previous experienced elderly caregiver. Housekeeping, cooking, medications, took care elderly woman who passed away age 87. Also several years caregiver to eldery male who had cancer and passed away. Companionship also experienced with pets. Used to be medical tech. 30 years ago.
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Making Life Easier And Stress Free

Thornton, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
hospice services
respite care
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Loretta, I am 64 I have been taking care of elders and adults with special needs for over 40 years. My hope is that I can make your life a little easier and stress free with my help. My experience is extensive. I can help with getting ready for the day, light cleaning and laundry, cooking, feeding, bathing,...
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Merrillville, IN

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
My two years of childcare/nanny experience has allowed me to support families by providing reliable and excellent care for their children. You will find me to be patient, calm, reliable, trustworthy and kind. I am experienced, professional and college educated. I am comfortable caring for children ages 1-10 with a maximum of two...
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Frankfort, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. Hi my name is Lauren! I am 23 years old. I have more then 10 years of babysitting, I nanny when I'm not in school too, currently I'm a runner and swimmer, I am as swim instructor at lock port park district I also work at the before and after care for...
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Special Needs

Calumet City, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I've worked with lots of special needs babies and teens. I genuinely live the work I do. Would love to help your family.
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Chicago Heights, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have worked in child care for about 3 years now. I'm very passionate about working with children. I have worked with mostly every age group. I'm bilingual. I'm very passionate about encouraging children to develop socially, emotionally and intellectually.
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Frankfort, IL

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$50/hr
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Hazel Crest, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
live-in home care
errands
I'm a trusting & reliable sitting who's currently registered to start college fall '25 in the Early childhood education field. I currently work as an inclusion aide / special recreation leader working with Special needs Children / adults of ALL ages! Currently Working on getting my RBT certification. So my experience with...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.89/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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