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Nomin S.

Des Plaines, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Errands
transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a compassionate and responsible caregiver with 3 years of experience in the field of caregiving. I am dedicated to supporting elderly individuals and people with special needs, ensuring their safety, comfort, and daily well-being. Currently, I have started my studies in early childhood education and childcare, with a...
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Vernon Hills, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My name is Talia and I am the oldest of four kids! I am currently a senior at The University of Kansas! I have been a nanny since freshman year of high school in the Overland Park area for 3 children, while babysitting multiple families since well before then and throughout the years. I love kids and just hanging out and getting...
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Care Giver

Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
transportation
light cleaning
meal prep
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...
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Professional Nanny And Babysitter

Mount Prospect, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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,...
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Lake Zurich, IL

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$23/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
hospice services
live-in home care
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
Caring for others isn't just a job for me; it's a calling inspired by my grandfather's need for comprehensive care. I'm a Certified Home Health Aide with two years of experience providing respite care, live-in home care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, medical management, and mobility assistance. I'm adept at working with...
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Wheeling, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
live-in home care
transportation
meal prep
home modification
+ 1 more
Bringing a 15 years of experience in senior care, I'm passionate about enriching the lives of adults and seniors. My husband and me had a Residential Care Home in Chicago suburbs and move that here in Colorado for 4 more years. We have excellent references. Now I'm available to do a Home Health Aide . I offer live-in care,...
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Libertyville, IL

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$1/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Kendall, a student at UIUC studying Human Development and Family Studies with a focus on child development. I have experience caring for children of all ages, including infants, toddlers, and middle schoolers, and have worked with children with special needs. I've managed up to four kids at a time and am a proud aunt to...
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Vernon Hills, IL

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$30/hr
2 years experience
My name is Shelby, I'm a 27-year-old social worker at a residential treatment facility. I currently work with developmentally delayed teenage boys with mental health disorders and behavioral concerns. I started caring for others with babysitting 13 years ago and have done it on and off since. I have also worked at 2 elementary...
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Part Time Special Needs Care Giver

Mount Prospect, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
For the past 4 years I have worked with adults and kids with special needs. I worked for the transitions program for kids 18-22 through Glenbard school district. Worked with disabilities from Austin, Down syndrome, non verbal and schizophrenia. I am currently working with 6th graders with learning disabilities. My passion is...
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Highland Park, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Macy. I am available starting July 25-August 20th Monday through Friday every week for daytime child care. I would also be happy to help and babysit nights or anytime during weekends. I have 8 years experience in childcare and am a certified paraprofessional as well currently working with special needs students....
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Glenview, IL

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$28/hr
3 years experience
Caring for others is something I genuinely am passionate about and find deeply rewarding. Through caring for my father during his battle with diabetes, blindness, physical decline, and other health challenges, I knew it was detrimental that preserving his dignity and independence. I bring patience, compassion, empathy, and a...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a licensed Elementary Educator and Bilingual Teacher (Polish). I have been working with all age groups of kids for many years, as well as children with special needs (specifically autism and down syndrome). I am currently based in Des Plaines. I have reliable transportation (SUV) as well as a clean driving record. Great...
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Fun Mother Of 2 Teens And Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Arlington Heights, IL

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$29/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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...
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Arlington Heights, IL

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$30/hr
15 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
I'm an experienced mom and pediatric social worker for 20 years. I would love some occasional weekend and evening hours. I am comfortable with all ages and a variety of special needs. I love to play games, craft, and play outside, although I'm also content to be a "quiet presence" for older kids who simply need a legal adult in...
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Vernon Hills, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Cary & I love working with others to create engaging experiences through an environment that fosters safety, creativity, curiosity, & kindness. I have incredibly strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality, maturity, a very high emotional intelligence, & an unmatched sense of integrity. Other...
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Libertyville, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Laurel, a junior college student studying Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Special Education as I work toward a career in speech-language pathology. I have over 4 years of babysitting experience and love spending time with kids of all ages. I've also volunteered with special needs organizations...
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Responsable And Loving Sitter For Your Kids

Highwood, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi my name is Veronica I'm Loving, patient, and reliable nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. Skilled in providing consistent after-school care, emotional support, and safe, engaging routines that promote healthy development. Experienced in driving children...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I am looking for a position taking care of 1-2 children, either part -time or full time. I am currently working as a temporary nanny to my 3-yr old niece, but that situation will be changing right after Christmas. In addition to being a single mom to a 15-yr old son, I have many years of experience babysitting for various family...
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Fun, Responsible, Experienced

Lake Forest, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm a student at Lake Forest College and I am on the pre-med track to become a doctor. I have experience working with kids as well as various ages of students with special needs! Being a special needs student peer has been an amazing experience! I have also coached preschool and elementary level soccer programs. I enjoy...
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Babysitter, Nanny, And Tutor

Glenview, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hello! My name is Allison and I am excited to be your babysitter, nanny, and/or tutor. I graduated from Elon University in 2019 with a BA in Human Services & International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I spent this past academic year working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of June 2026

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

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