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Amy D.

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(0)

from: $25/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

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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Jordan S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

2 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

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...

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Madison G.

Elmhurst, IL

from: $20/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hi! I have been a special education teacher for 9 years and am looking for occasional caretaking/babysitting jobs. I have taught early childhood through 2nd grade and definitely love what I do.

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Bridget P.

Elmhurst, IL

from: $18/hr

10 years experience

I have been an EMT for over 10 years. My passion is helping others. I love My job and taking care of others. I have cared for infants to the elderly. I have the ability to remain calm in situations and react in a positive way. I can ease you mind by helping out with you, or your loved one. Please let me know if I can help.

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Renee H.

Respite For Children With Disabilities

Elmhurst, IL

from: $25/hr

15 years experience

Meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

carpooling

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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Tricia L.

Elmhurst, IL

from: $30/hr

20 years experience

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

Hello! My name is Tricia and I'm a Mother to 2 wonderful children as well as a nanny, a teacher aid, ECT board member and a child photographer. I have great references, and over 20 yrs of experience watching children. I was a teacher aide in Elmhurst on and off for 4 yrs. I was a nanny for two incredible girls for 7 years, for...

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Nadia C.

Elmhurst, IL

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

travel

grocery shopping

carpooling

+ 1 more

I'm Nadia, 31, Chicago born & raised. 11+ years of professional childcare exp. in various roles from mother's helper to FT Nanny/House Manager. Usually work in house manager roles & say my job style is "family assistant". Attentive childcare with household management, organization, & daily operational support. Cared for ages 1....

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Cashmear M.

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)

from: $17/hr

4 years experience

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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Miriam T.

Energetic Nanny

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 14 families in your area

Travel

light cleaning

grocery shopping

Hi there! I have been a full-time nanny for about 15 years now. My experience is from premature babies to middle school-aged kids, also kids with special needs. I am very patient and a loving person. Love to be outdoors, doing activities, singing, reading and dancing with kids. I have my own car willing to use to transport kids...

Erik W. says "Miriam did great watching our 1 year old daughter. She can be a little shy and before I left she was already comfortable with her. Miriam was great."

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Starla B.

Child Care Provider-Nanny

Glen Ellyn, IL

4.9(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

Hi my name is Starla. I'm a Mom, mentor, teacher, Chef, and so much more. I begin caring for children at a very young age. I've worked with babies, toddlers, elementary ages kids, teenagers, I also have experience working with special needs kids. I provided childcare from home and nannied for several families. I'm fun, loving,...

Care Member says "We love Starla! My kids love when she comes because she always tries a new craft them."

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Hayley P.

About Me

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

14 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

travel

grocery shopping

carpooling

+ 1 more

I am an experienced childcare provider with a wide range of skills specializing in newborn and toddler care. I have worked with children of all ages for over a decade and pride myself in my intentional, empathetic, and patient approach. I have experience with preemies, multiples, and children with special needs (autism, ADHD,...

Holly B. says "Haley seems great with children. We hope to have her as an occasional date night sitter and back up nanny! "

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Noel B.

Demonstrating A Love And Passion For Teaching

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)

from: $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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Branndi C.

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree, I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant - 5 years... I have 20 years of teaching and 30+ years working with...

Care Member says "When my MIL died, we needed care for our 25-year old, non-verbal son with Cerebral Palsy. It was a long funeral. Branndi bought snack and even toys to...

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Virginija S.

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

Willowbrook, IL

5.0(1)

from: $21/hr

10 years experience

Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....

Care Member says "Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management ,...

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Emily T.

Franklin Park, IL

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

12 years experience

Meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

carpooling

swimming supervision

My passion for nurturing young minds and my positive experiences in babysitting inspired me to become a childcare provider. With over 12 years of experience caring for children of all ages, up to 11 years old, I have honed my skills in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. I pride myself on being patient,...

Care Member says "Emily was our nanny for almost 4 years, starting in fall of 2020. We have two boys that were 1 and 3 years old when Emily started with us and now...

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Alexis S.

Berwyn, IL

5.0(0)

from: $17/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

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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Maureen M.

Patient and Loving Mom available for ALL your Childcare Needs

Oak Park, IL

4.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Available for respite care, weekend, overnights. I have been a licensed IL foster parent and have worked with 2 children that suffered from Fetal Alcohol syndrome and another who has ADHD as well as depression/anxiety. I have worked at an institution where I gained experience with immobile children, Batten disease, Charge...

Jennifer V. says "Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our training. And she...

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Clemonce M.

Special Needs Caregiver

Wheaton, IL

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 1 families 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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Martha C.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

travel

Hi, I have more than 10 years of experience. First I babysat my nieces and nephews, later my own kids, after that my neighbors' kids. I really enjoy reading to babies, also singing, dancing and talking to them as well. I used to take them to the doctors appointments. I can take them for a walk and give them a bath. I can teach...

Rachel C. says "You will NEVER find a better nanny than Martha. Period. I hired Martha in 2017 to watch my then 21 mo. old daughter. I was going to school and my...

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Rosaura C.

Full Time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $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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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of May 2026
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 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Cashmear M.

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...

- Marlee H.

Miriam T.

Miriam did great watching our 1 year old daughter. She can be a little shy and before I left she was already comfortable with her. Miriam...

- Erik W.

Starla B.

We love Starla! My kids love when she comes because she always tries a new craft them.

- Care member

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Elmhurst, IL

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Available Now in Elmhurst!

Amy D.

Jordan S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Madison G.

Bridget P.

Renee H.

Respite For Children With Disabilities

Tricia L.

Nadia C.

Cashmear M.

Miriam T.

Energetic Nanny

Starla B.

Child Care Provider-Nanny

Hayley P.

About Me

Noel B.

Demonstrating A Love And Passion For Teaching

Branndi C.

Virginija S.

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

Emily T.

Alexis S.

Maureen M.

Patient and Loving Mom available for ALL your Childcare Needs

Clemonce M.

Special Needs Caregiver

Martha C.

Rosaura C.

Full Time Caregiver

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

Cashmear M.

Miriam T.

Starla B.

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