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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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Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...

Care Member says "Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."

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Lorraine G.

Part-time / As Needed Care Giver Available!

Glendale Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, My name is Lorraine. I m 34yrs old. I'm a certified nurses assistant and have completed 3 yrs towards a nursing degree. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am naturally patient, loving and nurturing. I believe in treating the people I care for with respect and as though they are a...

Susan C. says "Lorraine assisted me with transportation and after care of surgery. She is dependable, kind, willing to run errands for me. Would highly recommend her and...

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Kaitlin B.

Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have babysat for 5 years. I worked as a one on one companion with a child who has special needs for the past 3 years. I enjoy playing games with the kids and am very adaptable to meet schedule needs.

Ling L. says "Kaitlin is caring and creative with kids. I highly recommend her. "

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Dania G.

Experienced & Dynamic Childcare Provider

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Dynamic and highly dependable Childcare Provider and Educator with over 13 years of experience. Background in Early Childhood Education and Childhood Development. Extensive special needs experience. Dedicated to helping shape children into confident, intelligent, and empathetic people who will carry those traits on into...

Laurie B. says "We cannot express enough how much we have loved having Dania become part of our family! Dania assisted with our three children ages newborn to four years...

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Christina K.

Downers Grove, IL

4.9(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Mom of one adult female (25) years old. Who loves children. Looking for a caring and loving professional family to assist with their child care needs. At the age of 11 years old I watched 3 children under the age(s) of 5 years old. During my teenage years I babysat regularly for neighbors and family. In my adult years have...

Carol G. says "Christina is a very loving, professional, intelligent individual who would make an excellent child care provider."

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Danielle C.

Forest Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience
I am a mother and a wife who is looking for extra hours working for a family in need. I have almost 18 years experience working with a wide variety of different disabilities and ages. My last job I currently had was working at autism home support doing behavior therapy. In the past I have also working with a family and a girl...
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Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
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 in teaching, & 30+ years working with...

Care Member says "Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6...

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Katerina V.

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
live-in home care
visiting physician
Hi, my name is Katerina, mom of 2 teens living in Lombard. I am highly organized, patient, trustworthy, motivated, multi-tasker with a pleasant, positive personality ready to help you with personal care, light cleaning, organization, running errands, shopping, taking you to appointments, companionship and ANYTHING else that...

Kj W. says "Katerina is always upbeat and has a positive attitude. She's hard working, punctual, and very reliable. She has a family of her own and brings those skills...

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Elizabeth F.

Happy Helper

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Elizabeth. I am a energetic, loving nanny who absolutely adores children! I have a passion for child care and love helping families! I aim to bring positivity, love, and creativity into the house of my nanny family. I do my best to go the extra mile. I love finding age appropriate activities to do with my...

Elaine F. says "Elizabeth was great with our children! She helped out with homework and was always finding new things for the kids to do! She has a great personality and...

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Amanda G.

Amanda G.

Carol Stream, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families 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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Tracy O.

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Franklin Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked through DCFS in a foster home, with children ranging from 5 months to 15 years old. There were many different special needs involved. I worked there for 5 years. I enjoy this type of work because children are loving and sweet and teach us something new every day. The appreciation of life is greatly increased in...
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Michael S.

Family Organization Assistance

Oak Brook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$32/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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Todd M.

Reliable Special Needs Provider

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been working with special needs children and adults for over 25 years. I taught drama to developmentally disabled adults and taught or tutored most school subjects to elementary, teen, and adult learners in classrooms, homes, non-profits, and tutoring centers. I have earned masters degrees in middle-secondary education and...

Jennifer W. says "Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We...

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Julia C.

Western Springs, IL

from
$15/hr
2 years experience
Errands
meal prep
dementia
transportation
light cleaning
I am a practicing registered nurse with 2. 5 years of experience. I enjoy spending time and assisting those with special needs. I am CPR certified and vaccinated against the Flu and COVID.
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Audrey Stutz

River Forest, IL

from
$23/hr
7 years experience
Hi! My name is Audrey and I am a rising junior at the University of Colorado Boulder. I major in psychology and creative writing with a minor in art. This summer I am hoping to work in child care, senior care, pet care, and/or household services. I am comfortable and have experience with all ages, any pets, and have experience...
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Sarah L.

Oak Park, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
I am a mom of a 20-year-old in college. I work in Special Ed and have extensive experience in caregiving, I'm an actor so my approach is creative and nurturing. I hold a college degree and am a certified sub teacher with current CPR Training, am a certified Storyteller, too! I enjoy playing board games and educational games,...
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Marten M.

Berwyn, IL

from
$21/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have 5+ experience working with children and adults with Special Needs including assisted living skills. I play the guitar, and can cook pretty well. I look forward to hearing back.
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Kristena W.

Elmwood Park, IL

from
$20/hr
20 years experience
For over 20 years, I've been dedicated to nurturing young minds and supporting families with care, patience, and professionalism. My passion lies in fostering children's growth and development, and I strive to make a lasting, positive impact in their lives. I am patient, calm, creative, and friendly, with a natural ability to...
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Nicole G.

Stay At Home Mom Looking To Help Out Others!

Oak Park, IL

from
$25/hr
12 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
My name is Nikki. I am a SAHM with my 13-month-old son (9/24 birth). I have 2 other children that go to Mann school (K and 2nd). I am currently looking to add some supplemental income for our family. I am open to a few hours of child care during the day, pet care/walks or running errands for you! I am also available for sick...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.86/hr as of February 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

Rosaura C.

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...

- Natalie S.

Branndi C.

Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of.

- Care member

Lorraine G.

Lorraine assisted me with transportation and after care of surgery. She is dependable, kind, willing to run errands for me. Would highly...

- Susan C.

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