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I'm a certified Preschool teacher and have hours in training and certification for assisting children with special needs ranging from autism to physically disabled. I enjoy story time, puzzles, drama and arts and crafts. I am flexible and reliable. Hope that I can be a great fit you and your family.
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- $15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Jordan, and I am looking to help an awesome family. I love working with kids, so I used that passion and became a camp counselor. I did that for two years at my local park district. I have experience with children as young as 3 and as old as 13. I also have experience with working with children with special...
Hi! I have been a special education teacher for 8 years and am looking for occasional caretaking/babysitting jobs. I have taught early childhood through 2nd grade and definitely love what I do. I moved to Elmhurst June of this year from Virginia.
Hi there! My name is Eleanore. I'm from St. Charles, IL; however, I attend Elmhurst University during the school year. I'm majoring in Psychology and minoring in communications, social work, communication science and disorders. I want to one day become a developmental psychologist and help children with developmental delays....
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I am a professional nanny with over 20 years experience. In Arizona I was an assistant special needs teacher and assistant kindergarten teacher, Director of the Before and After School program for 8 years. I was also a Childcare Assistant Director at a childcare facility in Arizona. Since January 2012, in Illinois, I was a nanny...
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I have worked with kids with special needs intermittently since 2019 with a variety of diagnoses including Down syndrome, autism, and other intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Renee and I'm looking to work as a respite provider for children with developmental disabilities. A little bit about me is that I've been a respite provider for over 15 years and have worked in the special needs community for as long. I'm a certified moderate/severe special education teacher and have taught...
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- $15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with a variety of clients over the last few years. 1 on 1 specialist working with autistic high school and junior high clients at a private company in Milwaukee during and after psychology BA, as well as working with 10-15 brain injury clients per day in group care. I have been in respite care, 1 on 1 care, group...
Cindy M. says "Not only did Adam take great care of our sons but he also helped educate us on our parenting skills without being judgmental or off-putting."
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Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a dedicated and nurturing nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages and backgrounds including those with special needs.
My approach to childcare focuses on creating a warm, safe, and structured environment where children feel encouraged to explore, learn, and grow. I prioritize open...
Care Member says "Jessica was our nanny for our son for two and a half years beginning when our son was seven months old. We LOVE her and still use her for evening and...
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I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...
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- $17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Flight Attendant for American Airlines.
I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I...
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a cheerful, positive and respectful person. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs (ADD&ADHD). I am someone who loves the outdoors and believes that too much TV is never a good thing. Playing outside, playing games and encouraging children to use their...
Care Member says "Olga worked with us for almost 2 years taking care of my son from 9 months old to just under 3 years old and my daughter from birth to 6 months. My son...
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Independent Person/ Specialize With Alzheimer's /Dementia And Parkinson's/ Special Needs
Wheaton, IL
5.0(1)
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
Concierge Service / Assisted Living Elder Care/ Child Care/ Special Needs Care/ I Offer the following: * Covid Vaccinated* Friendly Companionship * Bathing & Dressing Assistance * Errands * Light Housekeeping * Meal Preparation * Shopping * Flexible Hourly Care * Specialize & Certified With Alzheimer's & Dementia * Hospice Care*...
Care Member says "Gina was a loving, caring and professional caregiver loved by the entire family."
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi there! My name is Noël and I live in Villa Park, IL. I have a significant amount of experience caring for special needs individuals as I have a younger brother, Joshua, who is Autistic - he is my pride and my joy! In addition to caring for him, I assisted my parents with facilitating an at home early intervention program...
Clint S. says "Noel was amazing to work with. She is communicative, responsive, and caring. I would strongly recommend hiring Noel."
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
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I have been a professional nanny for 26 wonderful years. I also have been an Assistant Teacher and a nanny for special needs children. I believe that all children are special and true gifts. I have a lot of fun and creative ideas for art projects, games and playtime. I have alot of experience helping with potty training. I am...
Care Member says "Heather joined our family when my son was 7 months old, when our parental leave was up. From the start, Heather has been great at implementing the...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...
Leslie G. says "Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we...
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Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.
Marlee H. says "Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Gina Marie (NON-AGENCY) and I offer the following services:
* Friendly Companionship
* Bathing and Dressing
* Errands
* Light Housekeeping
* Meal preparation
* Medication Reminder
* Shopping
* Flexible Hourly Care
* Transportation
* Certified in Memory Loss and Human Services...
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- $22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
ROSAURA
Objective:
Certified Nursing Assistant since 1998. Specialize in Dementia, Parkinson's, MS and Austism. Working homecare since 2015
Experience:
A. B
02/21- Present
Personal Support Worker
Help around his apartment
Errands, Walks
M. H
09/2019-Present
CNA
Companionship, ADL, Groceries, Errands
Custom Home...
Natalie S. says "Rosaura helped me with wound care after I had to have an emergency surgery. I had an abscess removed from my tail bone and had to have surgical packing...
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- $18/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Sally. I have been working with special needs children children at a therapeutic day school as a paraprofessional for the last year with aged 5-22. I also have experience at a day cares with ages 1-5. In addition I have worked at Boys and Girls club with 1st-2nd graders. I love playing board games with children, reading...
Care Member says "Sally I helped us out when our nanny had a baby. Sally I s professional, reliable, communicative, and punctual. She watched my 2 very mobile kids under...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.62/hr as of June 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Elmhurst, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Elmhurst, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Adam V.
Not only did Adam take great care of our sons but he also helped educate us on our parenting skills without being judgmental or off-putting.
- Cindy M.
Jessica K.
Jessica was our nanny for our son for two and a half years beginning when our son was seven months old. We LOVE her and still use her for...
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Olga R.
Olga worked with us for almost 2 years taking care of my son from 9 months old to just under 3 years old and my daughter from birth to 6...
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