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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! "
I have been working with children my entire life and I love it. I am the 3rd child from a family with 10 kids. So, even when I was a small child I helped take care of my younger siblings. I am a graduate from Elgin Community College and Providence Baptist College where I studied education. I payed my way through both colleges...
Hello! My name is Hannah, and I am a graduate student at Drake University studying occupational therapy. I have a lot of experience with children who need more assistance. I worked at Childserve for 4 years working with children who have special needs and complex medical needs. I worked with a wide range of diagnoses. For the...
Hello! My experience in working with special needs started from a young age when I worked at summer camps. I always gravitated towards beautiful people who saw the world different. I have a 10-year-old niece with autism who I see often. I have also been working with a 46-year-old friend with autism a few times a week. We run...
I am a reliable, compassionate and experienced home care/home health care provider with 14 years experience and a history of providing companionship and fulfilling individualized home and healthcare needs .
I would love the opportunity to speak to you and discuss your personal situation and preferences.
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I have worked in the healthcare setting for the last 17 years. I am currently licensed as a CNA and massage therapist. I have three kids and believe family is very important. I treat everyone with love and respect. Hope I get a chance to meet you soon.
Compassionate and dedicated childcare professional with extensive experience as a nanny, including providing individualized care for children with special needs. Skilled in creating safe, structured, and nurturing environments that support each child's emotional, developmental, and physical well-being. Experienced in planning...
I have several years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & as a researcher in Coginitive Pyschology in Children specializing in Language Acquisition & Autism at University of Chicago.
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I am patient individual who is willing to tend to individual needs. I also have reliable transportation. I went to school and graduated as a medical assistant. I am comfortable with individual care, fist aid and with any age group.
I received my degree in Psychology in 1997. I believe it is imperative to have a stable & structured environment.
I have a passion for nurturing and educating young & adult minds. My journey in special needs began with fulfilling special need roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting peoples lives.
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As a caring and experienced childcare provider with over six years of experience (nanny, babysitting, special needs/medically complex daycare, respite) I'm enthusiastic about nurturing young minds and supporting families. My passion for childcare stems from my previous roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting...
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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...
Hi! My name is Shannon. I am 30 years old, I am married, and have 1 adorable 3-year-old boy. For the past 12 years, I have worked as a nanny, caregiver, aid, and even teacher at a daycare. I absolutely love kids! I have worked with kids with all different personalities and temperaments as well as children with learning...
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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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Hi my name is Samantha! I am a very patient person and ive worked with children in the past. Im currently in school to become an early elementary teacher. My experience with diverse age groups, including children with special needs, has taught me how to remain patient and calm in every situation. I hold CPR Training and First...
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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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I raised my own children, my son (33) and my daughter (23). Over the past 20 years, I have served as a toddler teacher, and home-daycare provider, and served 4 different families as a nanny for the last decade. I also have experience working with people with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy working with...
Care Member says "We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are home from...
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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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Hello! I have 3+ years of experience in healthcare experience ranging from senior care in Alzheimer's, dementia and all to a companionship pal!
I have worked with special needs kids and in rehabs but I have been with all kinds of people and always am happy to meet someone new! Some qualities I can say I have is patience ,...
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I have truly enjoyed working as a caregiver for seniors or special needs for around 8 years. I am a patient, empathetic, respectful person who values honesty and compassion. It is very important to me to do my best in my work.
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of October 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Elgin, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Elgin, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Nicole P.
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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Tracy S.
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...
- Christina K.
Candace W.
We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are...
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