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Warm And Patient Childcare Provider Available For Full-time Or Part-time/occassional Care

Hampshire, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Worked 4 day weeks as a Nanny for 5 years with child diagnosed within Autism Spectrum with some developmental delays. Child was 2 1/2 - 7 1/2 years old during this period. Also cared for younger sibling who was 2 years younger and required standard care. Continued occasional date night care through now, children are now 13 and...

Rhonda H. says "Sherry has been amazing with our family. She I'd the only person outside of immediate family that we've allowed to watch our ASD child! She is wonderful...

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Special Needs Caregiver

Wheaton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
I have had a good amount of experience with special needs from young to old. I have been working through Care for sometime now and love the families I work for. I am very positive and upbeat, very patient and kind, and do everything I can to make my client feel loved and comfortable and happy.

Elle A. says "Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She is very...

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Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My 16 years of experience and background in education have equipped me with the skills to create a nurturing environment where children thrive. I believe in open communication with parents and regularly provide updates about...

Stephanie B. says "Chelsea has always been a very responsible person. From a very early age she has exhibited leadership qualities whether it be with her friends,...

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Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Yasmina , I am a mother of two kids and am currently working at an elementary school where I support students with special needs. I enjoy helping them learn , grow and have fun . I understand how important is when it comes to your little ones, and I look forward to creating a safe and joyful experience for your...

Salva A. says "I have nothing but good things to say about Yasmina, first off shes really punctual and polite , I just knew my kids will love her ,and they did. She kept...

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Been Working With Children Of All Ages For More Then Ten Years

Elgin, IL

4.5(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Professional Nanny & House Manager Dedicated, nurturing, and highly experienced childcare professional with over 18 years of hands-on experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers, including multiples and children with special needs. CPR and First Aid certified, I specialize in creating safe, engaging, and...

Care Member says "Nicole has always been amazing with the kids and very helpful and accommodating! She’s been able to help us in a pinch and is so sweet! "

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Nanny

West Chicago, IL

4.3(1)
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$10/hr
8 years experience
Travel
Hello! My name is Jackie, I am 21 years old and currently live in West Chicago! I have been a nanny for the past year and a half, and have babysat for different families since I was 12 years old, including various ages from newborn to teenagers along with different special needs. I speak English fluently and took 6 years of...

Gabriella C. says "Jackie was so helpful! I always came home to a clean house with dishes done and the vacuum ran. She came up with fun games for the kids to play. She...

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Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care

Bartlett, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...

Christina K. says "Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I...

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DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a recent college graduate from NIU. I have experience caring for children of different ages. I have worked with a wide array of children from newborns to 13-year-olds. I have experience working with children who have special needs/disabilities. I majored in Art and English receiving two bachelors degrees. If you...

Jade M. says "Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and great at calming...

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Amanda G.

Carol Stream, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Hello all, I have two years experience caring for children with special needs, including autism, epilepsy, and ADHD. I use doctor recommended strategies and techniques to provide emotional and physical support to my clients and their families. I look forward to meeting with you!

Julia O. says "We hired Amanda as our full time nanny to watch our son when he was 8mo old. It was our first nanny experience so we didn't know what to expect, and now we...

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Compassionate Caregiver Available

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Home modification
live-in home care
visiting nurse
dementia
respite care
+ 1 more
I am a very compassionate and caring kind of person with more than five years of caregiver experience. I have worked as a live in caregiver for over three years, and I am familiar with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Osteoporosis, and special needs care. I am very loyal, dependable, honest, and hard working. I give 100% in what I do, and...

Salai S. says "Deborah is someone who is very compassionate, she is diligent, she is honest and very reliable. She is passionate about her clients and the care she...

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Naperville, IL

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, hola! I earned my master's in Accounting from the U.I, and alongside that I've developed extensive experience in senior care, special-needs support, childcare, tutoring, and keeping households running smoothly through thoughtful housekeeping.
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Caring Experience For Your Peace Of Mind

Warrenville, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
In my spare time, I like to hang out with my husband and my 2 boys. We love the outdoors and all types of animals. One thing you should know about me is I have dedicated my life to caring for others in child care, the special needs community, and animals of all types. My skills include all aspects of child care, from baby to...
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Hard Worker, Reliable And Fun

Elgin, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I worked at a daycare center for 7 years with children from ages 6 weeks old through 5 years old. I was a nanny/babysitter for over 20 years, and worked with children from ages 6 weeks old through 18 years old. I've worked with children with special needs. I've worked with twins and triplets. Children bring a lot of joy and...
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Hanover Park, IL

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Nurturing a child's curiosity and watching them reach new milestones is my greatest passion. With eight years of experience supporting families, I provide reliable, patient, and creative care for children ages newborn to 11. My background includes First Aid Training and CPR Training, and I am experienced in supporting children...
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Hanover Park, IL

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$40/hr
20 years experience
Companionship
mobility assistance
dementia
I'd describe my personality as kind, loving, strong I like caring for seniors because I took care of my parents one had dementia and the other had cancer. I've also worked with elderly during the 33 years that I wasn't mental health worker. I'm looking for a job that I can be up assistance for someone so that they could have...
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Naperville, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a responsible and CPR-certified babysitter with experience caring for kids. I enjoy creating a safe, fun, and positive environment for children. I'm dependable, patient, and a good problem solver. I also have first hand experience dealing with special needs. I'm currently saving money for college, and babysitting is...
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Dedicated To Helping Children Thrive!

Plano, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Experienced and passionate live in nanny and childcare professional with 12+ years of hands-on experience in early childhood education, nannying, and special needs support. Adept at creating nurturing environments, planning engaging activities, and managing multiple responsibilities.
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Naperville, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! I'm Rita. I'm a licensed music therapist with 5+ years of professional experience working with children, individuals with autism and special needs, and older adults, plus 10+ years of childcare and nanny experience. I'm CPR/First Aid certified, have reliable transportation, and have a strong background in healthcare,...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Streamwood, IL

from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
I worked as a teacher's assistant in every grade K-5 for seven years. During that time I worked with general education students as well as one on one with students with special needs. I have also previously worked as an after school nanny part time. I worked for two different families, each one for a year. Both families had two...
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Looking For Something To Do On The Weekends.

Elgin, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Brittany, I am 23 I have 10+ years of experience with childcare from newborns-infants-toddlers. Including date nights, multiples, overnights and with special needs children. I am CPR certified, I have reliable transportation and love being outside for activities. I enjoy doing learning activities and or motor...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $17.00/hr as of November 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Elburn, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in Elburn, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Sherry D.

Sherry has been amazing with our family. She I'd the only person outside of immediate family that we've allowed to watch our ASD child! She...

- Rhonda H.

Clemonce M.

Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She...

- Elle A.

Chelsea B.

Chelsea has always been a very responsible person. From a very early age she has exhibited leadership qualities whether it be with her...

- Stephanie B.

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