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Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
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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Downers Grove, IL

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 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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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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Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
30 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
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 not just a nanny — she is family. I am not someone who trusts easily, not even with close relatives, but I trust Branndi with my children...

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Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Visiting physician
personal care
live-in home care
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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Happy Helper

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 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.

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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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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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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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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Oak Park, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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Experienced Caregiver

Chicago, IL

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I'm a compassionate and dependable caregiver based in Chicago with nearly a decade of paid caregiving experience, including extensive time spent caring for seniors as well as children. My background includes assisting with daily routines, providing companionship, and ensuring a safe, respectful environment. Currently, I...
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Elmwood Park, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
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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Chicago, IL

from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I love kids, I think they are funny to be around. I am willing to help in any way possible. I am patient, caring, helpful, and respectful. I am a registered nurse with 1+ years of experience. I have experience with kids that are special needs and those with complex health history.
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Stay At Home Mom Looking To Help Out Others!

Oak Park, IL

from
$25/hr
12 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
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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Oak Park Babysitter

Oak Park, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
I have been caring for children as a teacher for over 25 years. I have worked with pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, elementary, junior, high school, and college students, including children with special needs. I have a joyful, creative, enthusiastic personality, am firm when necessary for children, and love to read and play with...
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Professional Caretaker

Addison, IL

from
$22/hr
10 years experience
Live-in home care
meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Tara, and I am a compassionate and reliable caregiver with over 10 years of experience. As a wife and mother of three, caring for others comes naturally to me. I have worked with elderly clients, individuals with special needs, and those needing hospice care. I am experienced with mobility support, personal care,...
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Elmwood Park, IL

from
$35/hr
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I'm a bilingual nurse with over 7 years of experience in med-surg, psych, and pediatrics. I'm calm, patient, and loving with kids of all ages. I've worked with infants, toddlers, and children with special needs. Safety, kindness, and clear communication are my top priorities. I treat every child like my own and make sure they...
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Cool Creative Caregiver

Elmwood Park, IL

from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'm a passionate and dependable childcare provider with multiple years of experience caring for children in home and in a clinical setting. I am a fourth year nursing student who has always been drawn to working with children, and I'm committed to fostering their growth and development in a safe and nurturing environment. I'm...
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La Grange Park, IL

from
$15/hr
Meal prep
transportation
light cleaning
errands
As a dedicated caregiver with several years of experience, I have provided compassionate, personalized care to individuals of all ages, including seniors and those with special needs. My responsibilities have included assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication management, and mobility...
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  • The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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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

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

Christina K.

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

- Carol G.

Branndi C.

Branndi is not just a nanny — she is family. I am not someone who trusts easily, not even with close relatives, but I trust Branndi with my...

- Care member

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