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I absolutely love working with kids, and I believe that I am very good at it as I have my own little one. I treat the children that I care for as if they were my own, so they are always in good hands.
Hi! I'm Jha'Real, a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with 3. 5 years of experience supporting children and teens ages 2-18 with autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and other developmental disabilities. I've worked in both clinic and home settings, providing behavior support, skill building, feeding assistance, toileting support,...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My experience with patients: Alzheimer's (two years), stroke patient (10 years).
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My name is Clavia and I am an experience child care worker for 3 years working with kids with disabilities and I provide general household cleaning services as well.
I Worked for six years with a cerebral palsy man. I showered, dressed/undressed, fed, administered medication, communicated, and went on social outings.
Hi there!! My name is Alex and I am currently employed as an Elementary School Psychologist with Chicago Public Schools. I recently graduated from Loyola University of Chicago with my Masters in Educational Psychology, and Specialist degree in School Psychology. During grad school, I served as a nanny for a wonderful Chicago...
I love to see everyone treated right and satisfied I'll make sure my job is done correctly and on time I take pride in what I do I don't do this for the pay I do this because there's something I love doing so trust and believe in me you will be satisfied I have over 5 years plus experience
I have been blessed the last 28 yrs working in the medical field. I have touched many lives and kept many smiling throughout the years.
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- $18/hr
Hi Sam:
My cousin has Asberger's so I'm familiar with the condition. I remember Oliver interpreting things pretty literally and that social settings were perhaps more challenging to navigate. If you'd like to chat I would welcome it. Be well - Leah
Hello! My name is James-, I have worked in special education in a school setting since 2021, and with students with ADHD and autism in a tutoring setting since 2019. I have experience working with people with special rights from ages 2 to 18. I have supported people with ADHD, autism, low vision, down syndrome, speech delays,...
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- $20/hr
My name is Francisca. I am a 28-year-old Speech-Language Pathologist from Chile, and Spanish is my native language.
I do not speak English. I am currently learning, but at this time I can only communicate in Spanish. If you are comfortable communicating through a translation app or in Spanish, I would be happy to work with...
Hello! My name is Destinée, and I am passionate about supporting individuals with special needs. My journey in this field began as a special needs swim instructor, where I spent three fulfilling years helping children build confidence and skills in the water.
I am currently a special education teacher and have dedicated four...
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
As a former middle school librarian, high school teacher, and university librarian, I have always had a passion for education and working with children. For decades, I've spent my summers nannying, which led me to realize how much I love one-on-one interaction. Over the past six years, I've had the privilege of caring for a...
Part-Time/Per-Diem Caregiver - Available Short Notice, Experienced With Infants And Special Needs
Chicago, IL
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- $17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I absolutely adore working with children of all ages! I am currently employed full-time as a Registered Nurse at a local children's hospital. In my free time, I enjoy exercising with my dog on the trails and I babysit on a per-diem basis.
I have my own car and a spotless driving record. I grew up in a household with a...
House Manager/nanny, Date-night Babysitter. Experience With Special Needs, Non Verbal Kids, And More
Chicago, IL
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- $28/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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I started working with kids when I was 16, mom ran her own home daycare and I started working alongside her then. I started nannying on my own a few months after I turned 18.
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- $10/hr
Travel
craft assistance
My Child Care Provider responsibilities included overseeing the basic schedule of special needs children, conducting activities, and supporting other staff members as needed.
Public School Teacher, Experience With Early Childhood And Special Needs Children
Chicago, IL
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- $21/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
I am an Early Childhood public school teacher by day. I especially love helping kids learn to manage their emotions and self-regulate. I also have experience working with special needs children. I believe in a firm but gentle approach grounded in mutual respect when working with kids. I love doing crafts and projects with kids...
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- $17/hr
5 years experience
Hi! My name is Erica, and I am a caring, dependable, and engaging caregiver with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in Human Development & Family Studies from Indiana University. My education, combined with several years of hands-on childcare and behavioral health experience, has given me strong insight into child...
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Career nanny and household support professional with 6+ years of experience providing high-level, developmentally informed care for typical children as well as children on the autism spectrum ranging from newborn to pre-teen. Extensive hands-on collaboration with occupational, physical, and speech therapists, with a strong...
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I have been working with children since the age of 13, which has also involved caring for special needs children. My previous training as a social worker allowed me to develop my skill sets in various ways, and I am also extremely skilled in senior care. While my career has changed, the empathy, compassion, and kindness I posess...
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464 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of August 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7
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