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I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver with a deep personal understanding of special needs care. As a mother of a young adult with special needs, I bring patience, empathy, and real-life experience to every family I support. I also provide dedicated care for an autistic young lady, assisting with daily routines,...
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- $21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...
Fun And Professional Nanny/babysitter With 8 Years Of Experience & A College Degree
Schaumburg, IL
5.0(1)
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- $15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been lucky enough to work with many children ages ranging from 6 months to 13 years! I have a degree from Marquette University and am bilingual in English and Spanish. I have 8 years of paid experience and have had the opportunity to work with children ranging from 6 months to 13 years. Most recently I worked as a before...
Peter And Amy H. says "Elyse worked for us last year, and managed the after-school/evening chaos for my three children, ages 12, 9, and 6. She was always on time, drove...
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- $28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi Parents! I'm Brooke, a loving and dependable nanny with 8+ years of full-time experience and 3 years as a newborn night nanny. I'm CPR-certified, a pediatric occupational therapy graduate, and have worked with children from newborn through preteen-including multiples, special needs, severe allergies, and asthma.
I'm patient,...
nicole M. says "She is dependable and can always bring a smile to someone's face! She is a hard worker and loves kids and cares so well for them. "
Grocery shopping
travel
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...
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...
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
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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- $30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
personal care
respite care
visiting nurse
I am a compassionate and dependable nurse, I have been working in a hospital in Michigan for 3 years, just recently moved to Illinois. In the past, I also worked in a nursing home and home care for 3 years too. I pride myself in the ability to adapt to any situation and learn new skills quickly. I have assisted clients/patients...
I'm Cillian & I Would Love To Connect With A Great Family And Offer Consistent, Dependable Support.
Hanover Park, IL
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- $18/hr
3 years experience
Flexible availability. I started working with kids as soon as I was 4! My sister & cousin was the first of many, so naturally I helped care and babysit them. It was clear to me that childcare was my true passion even at a young age. I participated in my high school preschool program and got to feel what it would be like as a...
Educated helping service professional with experience in human service settings and management. History of establishing rapport and building leadership that motivates those around me. Striving to make a positive impact on others by continuing to be an active influencer in my community. Specializing in Elementary Aide for...
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
respite care
live-in home care
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Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my passion. I'm a friendly and patient caregiver with three years of experience providing respite and live-in care. I assist with daily tasks, including errands, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I also have experience supporting individuals with dementia and...
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have a masters degree in psychology and 8 years of clinical experience as a child psychologist. I have had nanny experience for 10 years. I also have a step daughter I parent full time . I have experience with all age ranges of children and can care for children with special needs!
I have cared for a child with special needs for 4 years now. A lot of my friends have special needs as well but I treat them as normal as any other human being. My passion for children with special needs is comes from just loving to be around them. I am very patient with children with special needs and I always look at their...
I recently graduated with my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and I have over 10 years of experience working in caregiving roles, particularly with children, adolescents, and individuals with developmental disabilities. Throughout my career, I've been deeply committed to providing compassionate care, offering...
Live-in home care
personal care
respite care
My name is Maureen currently seeking opportunities to work with families. I am a compassionate female residing in Hoffman Estates. I have a good experience providing a full range of services directed toward the therapeutic care and rehabilitation of both young and adults with autism and other physical challenges. I provide...
I've worked with children ages 1-16 with cerebral palsy. I believe that these parents need someone with patient and love to care for a special need individual. I believe that I am that person.
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
I have been working in childcare since 2016, beginning as a summer position during high school and transitioning into a full-time role after graduation. Over the years, I have gained extensive experience caring for children ranging from infants to 13 years old, including children with special needs. I am DSP certified and hold...
Dementia
errands
hospice services
respite care
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a mom to 4 grown children. Three sons and one daughter. My daughter lives w special needs, was born with a chromosomal disorder .
I have taken care of my father who lived w severe Alzheimer's for the last years of his life.
This past year I have worked with two Medicare funded services-that do home health care, for the...
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
After 10 years in healthcare, while pursuing a higher education- I have decided to continue to Nanny for families! There is nothing better than teaching children and being a caregiver.
Resume:
Psychology degree (Biology minor) from Loyola University Chicago.
I have experience in:
hospital settings as a CNA/PCT (telemetry)...
My name is Elena and I graduated from Valparaiso University in May 2024. I studied psychology and sociology. I have had a great passion for working with kids my whole life. I work at a school as a teachers aide. I work at a school that serves a population of kids with severe autism, behavioral issues, and medical issues. The...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.43/hr as of April 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
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.
Elyse M.
Elyse worked for us last year, and managed the after-school/evening chaos for my three children, ages 12, 9, and 6. She was always on time,...
- Peter And Amy H.
Brooke P.
She is dependable and can always bring a smile to someone's face! She is a hard worker and loves kids and cares so well for them.
- nicole M.
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