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Melissa S.

Chicago, IL

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$18/hr
8 years experience
I have just graduated nursing school at Purdue and am looking to stay busy until I move and start my job as a pediatric nurse October! I have lots of experience caring for kids of all ages and abilities. I have been babysitting since before I was a freshman in high school and have also spent a lot of time working with kids and...
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Organized, Responsible & Caring Graduate Student

Chicago, IL

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Hello there! I am an open, organized, responsible and loving person who recently left the corporate world to nanny & work with and care for people! Feel free to reach out, I'd love to talk!
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Hi, parents! My name is Shakee. I am 23 years old. I am looking for one full-time or 2 set part-time child care positions. I am willing to travel up to 35 miles from my home. I have just over 2 years of experience in professional private child care. I hold a Bachelor's in both Special Education and Elementary Education. I have...
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I Look Forward To Seeing If I Am The Right Fit For You And Your Family's Care Taking Needs.

Chicago, IL

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$24/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Blaire or you and your family can call me B! I am very passionate about care taking! I have been a care taker for 3 years professionally. I focus on model based learning and cultivating an environment where youths feel safe being themselves. Gentle parenting (or modeling in my case) is the bare minimum for me...
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Summer Babysitter Available

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I have experience babysitting children ranging from infants to middle school age. I also have a lot of experience working with children through my volunteer work. I have volunteered at a horseback riding center for children with special needs. I have also been a volunteer camp counselor in the summer and volunteer as a tutor...
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Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! I am an arts educator with extensive nannying experience, including work with newborns and children with special needs. When I'm not nannying, I'm working with Lookingglass Theater Company, Raven Theatre and the Creative Root Program at DePaul University teaching PreK-5th grade school residencies and summer programs....
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Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Currently work as a nurse at Lurie Children's hospital in the Cardiac ICU and am looking to fill some of my off time while making a little extra money:) I have been babysitting since before I was a freshman in high school and have also spent a lot of time working with kids and adults with special needs. I'm open to helping out...
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Belly Laughs Are The Best

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have been a nanny in the past, I currently teach dance to kids and adults ages 2-35 including kids and adults with special needs. I fully believe kids should be active whether that's going to the park, the library, zoo or even just walking the mall on a rainy day rather than watch television all day. I love doing art projects...
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Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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I am a Montessori special education teacher with 20 years of experience teaching, nannying, tutoring, playing with, and loving children of all ages and neurotypes. I am a self-taught naturalist and love sharing nature, science, reading, and sports with children. A perfect day with children is being outside in the woods, hiking,...
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Kids And Dogs Who I Don't Know Gravitate Towards Me! I Think It's A Good Sign!

Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
My interests include singing, art, reading and writing short stories and poetry, and outdoor physical activities. I have watched a free-spirited, intelligent 2-year-old male, as well as a witty and engineer minded 5-year-old male. I am good with bonding with children very quickly and also have special knowledge of dietary...
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Chicago, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, May name is Nina, a career nanny looking for my next great fit! Ideal family wants to work with their nanny as a team. To be able to set, hold and reinforce boundaries. I believe in routine and structure. Age appropriate rules, expectations and responsibilities. I use natural consequences as a learning tool. I am a...
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Patient And Reliable Child Care Provider With Nursing Background.

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
a shorter version: I am a caring and responsible childcare provider with a Bachelor's degree in Nursing but preparing for Nclex exam and clinical training experience. I am patient, attentive, and comfortable caring for preschool-age children, including those with special needs. I am available part-time for morning and afternoon...
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Well Rounded Caregiver

Chicago, IL

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$31/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello There! I am a longterm Nanny with TONS of experience! I have been a Nanny for over 10 years. I have experience with children 0 to 17 years with ALL needs. I am also comfortable with multiples. In my last position I was Nanny/House manager for 3 little guys under 5, one with special needs. With a background in child...
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Nanny Patricia

Chicago, IL

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$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Patricia. I'm a psychologist from Venezuela with over 12 years of experience supporting children and families. I specialize in caring for infants and children with special needs (including autism, ADHD, cancer, and developmental differences), and I offer a warm, playful, and thoughtful approach to every family...
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  • The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

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