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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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Katara B.

Awesome Nanny

Forest Park, IL

from: $25/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Travel

meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

Hi! My name is Katara and I would love to become your full or part time nanny or babysitter. I have tons of experience with children of all ages as well as children with special needs with 7+ experience.. I am CPR & First aid certified, I do obtain a valid drivers license, an associate degree in early childhood, and up to date...

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Felicia K.

Nanny

Forest Park, IL

from: $30/hr

10 years experience

Meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

carpooling

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

Hi! I have extensive experience working with children of all ages. In the past, I have volunteered at a preschool in West Chicago as a teacher's assistant caring for children with special needs. In college, I worked with high school students after class as a tutor and mentor. I worked as a teacher for a preschool in Roscoe...

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Dulce S.

Child Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Light cleaning

As a natural caregiver with 21 years of experience since I do have6 kids of my own and 2 grandchildren, I'm passionate about supporting families and positively impacting children's lives. My calm, patient, and friendly nature creates a nurturing environment for children to thrive. I prioritize clear communication with parents,...

Care Member says "Highly recommend, will hire again. "

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Michele D.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

3 years experience

I have been caring for children since I was 12 then, in high school I received my infant, toddler and school age assistant/lead teaching licenses as well as SIDS, CPR, AED and first aid certification. I then did a school-to-work program, serving children K-6. In college I worked at two child care centers that served 6 week-...

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Karen A.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

12 years experience

Craft assistance

carpooling

For over a decade, I've been dedicated to nurturing children's development and sparking their curiosity. My passion stems from watching kids learn and grow, fueled by wonderful experiences in previous babysitting roles. I hold a college degree and bring my CPR Training and experience with special needs children to every role. I...

Ana F. says "We have been working with Karen over the past year and she is amazing. Responsible, trust-worthy and awesome with my son. "

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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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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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Sylvia B.

Speech Therapist/Tutor- Polish-Speaking/ Special Needs & All Ages

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

carpooling

Hello all, thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I live in Chicago and am providing services for children of all ages as a Speech-Language Pathologist as well as a caregiver! I am an elementary school-based SLP and am finishing up my 7th year there. I completed my Master's coursework in Speech-Language Pathology at...

Renee G. says "Sylvia was hired to watch my 8 month old daughter for one day while I worked from home. My daughter immediately took a liking to her and she had non stop...

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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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Maria A.

Child Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $26/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

I'm Venezuelan with 3, 5 years of nanny and house manager experience. I took care of 5 months to 8 years old children, also have experience with special needs kids, and CPR certified. Currently Spanish/English teacher for kids, teenagers and adults.

Care Member says "Wonderful nanny our kids who still miss her very much. She was on time, never missed a day of work, flexible with our schedules. Also helped around...

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Evelyn U.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

9 years experience·

Hired by 10 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

carpooling

travel

Hi there! I'm Evelyn- I love kids and can say with confidence that caretaking is what I'm best at. The way I care for children reflects the way I was raised; with empathy and respect. I'd like to say I've been babysitting since I was 10, as I helped my mother raise my 2 younger sisters, but I've officially babysat and nannied...

Ximena O. says "She is awesome with my son. He gets excited when I tell him she will be coming. I love her dependability, attention to homework assignments,...

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Abigail N.

Laughter Is The Best Medicine!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Travel

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

I started working with children during high school when I volunteered with children with special needs. I then went on to work in the Christ Church of Oak Brook Daycare as well as nannying for a wonderful family for a year, as well as short-term babysitting for multiple families. Over these 5 years working with kids ages 3...

Katelyn S. says "I interviewed Abby along with many other applicants and she definitely stood out in our selection process. She was extremely responsive with messages, on...

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Janiyah L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

3 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

My name is Janiyah, and I am the owner of Crafty Kids Care Childcare Services. I am a 20-year-old live-out nanny with over three years of experience in babysitting and nannying, as well as a part-time preschool daycare teacher. I am also a student in early childhood education My background includes working with families,...

Care Member says "She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!"

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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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Erika M.

The "Experience" You Want

Chicago, IL

4.2(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 15 families in your area

Travel

I have been nanny and a baby-child sitter for more than 20 years. I worked for public schools for 10 years. Playing outside. Helping/teaching children to write or do some homework is fine with me. I have also worked with all sorts of "special needs and children with disabilities". The families I have worked with have children...

Jonathan A. says "Erika was able to come on short notice and help with an apartment deep cleaning. Punctual, great eye for detail, and super friendly!"

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Dina S.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

5 years experience

I cared for my cousin's husband for several months. He has Lewy Body Dementia. I helped with feeding, dressing, exercise, recreation and toileting. He and I became fast friends and have a close bond. I have also worked with children with autism and ADHD. My best friend from High School has Muscular Dystrophy, and my best friend...

Karen O. says "Dina is family and during my husband's illness she was his caregiver/companion during the day thereby giving me much needed time away from constant...

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Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

10 years experience

Transportation

meal prep

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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Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

30 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

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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Joel C.

Let's Get Down To Business, To Have Some Fun!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

1 year experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I started in preschools in the 2. 6-3. 6 age group the gradually moved into substitute teaching. I have experience with special needs kids (autistic, paraplegic, blind, cognitive impairment, emotional/behavioral impairment). I have gathered several tricks in my time sub teaching and working in the preschool setting I would have...

Britta H. says "Joel was our life saver. Our kids have PTSD and our son was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD, which is certainly difficult to manage on a...

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $28.00/hr as of June 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Forest Park, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in Forest Park, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Dulce S.

Highly recommend, will hire again.

- Care member

Karen A.

We have been working with Karen over the past year and she is amazing. Responsible, trust-worthy and awesome with my son.

- Ana F.

Michael S.

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...

- Leslie G.

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Danielle C.

Katara B.

Awesome Nanny

Felicia K.

Nanny

Dulce S.

Child Care

Michele D.

Karen A.

Alexis S.

Michael S.

Family Organization Assistance

Sylvia B.

Speech Therapist/Tutor- Polish-Speaking/ Special Needs & All Ages

Amy D.

Maria A.

Child Care

Evelyn U.

Abigail N.

Laughter Is The Best Medicine!

Janiyah L.

Rosaura C.

Full Time Caregiver

Erika M.

The "Experience" You Want

Dina S.

Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Joel C.

Let's Get Down To Business, To Have Some Fun!

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Forest Park, IL

Dulce S.

Karen A.

Michael S.

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