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Peggy M.

Love To Engage With Differently Able Individuals

Glen Ellyn, IL

from: $18/hr

10 years experience

I began my nursing career at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, worked for many years for home care agencies including as an in service Educator and have worked the last 15 years for a local school district as a Classroom Nurse working with disabled students directly in the classroom. I have worked with individuals young...

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Starla B.

Child Care Provider-Nanny

Glen Ellyn, IL

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,...

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Glen M.

Glen Ellyn, IL

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

Meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

swimming supervision

craft assistance

+ 1 more

Hello, my name is Glen and I live in Glen Ellyn. (The name is a coincidence). I have experience teaching STEM subjects at middle and high school level and tutoring students attending post-secondary schools. I also have experience working as a teaching assistant for students with special needs and experience as a House Lead and...

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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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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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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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Jackie L.

Nanny

West Chicago, IL

4.3(1)

from: $10/hr

8 years experience

Travel

Hello! My name is Jackie, I am 21 years old and currently live in West Chicago! I have been a nanny for the past year and a half, and have babysat for different families since I was 12 years old, including various ages from newborn to teenagers along with different special needs. I speak English fluently and took 6 years of...

Gabriella C. says "Jackie was so helpful! I always came home to a clean house with dishes done and the vacuum ran. She came up with fun games for the kids to play. She...

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Katerina V.

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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Lorraine G.

Bilingual Experienced College Student Available for Babysitting

Glendale Heights, IL

4.6(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 10 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

travel

grocery shopping

+ 1 more

I enjoy working with children of all ages. I've been working with children since I was 15 years old. But I've been a professional nanny since 20. I have excellent references upon request. I finished my associates degree and completed 3 years towards a nursing degree. I am a certified nurses assistant. I reside in Glendale...

Care Member says "We have been working with Lorraine for about a month and she is wonderful! She is caring and attentive to our child and goes the extra mile to help with...

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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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Elizabeth F.

Happy Helper

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

travel

grocery shopping

+ 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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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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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

Meal prep

light cleaning

grocery shopping

swimming supervision

craft assistance

+ 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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Dania G.

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(0)

from: $18/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hello Parents! I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...

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Christina K.

Downers Grove, IL

4.9(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

travel

grocery shopping

+ 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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Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

30 years experience·

Hired by 6 families in your area

Travel

swimming supervision

meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

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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Cori F.

Darien, IL

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

craft assistance

carpooling

I have worked with special needs at risk children for 21 years. I now currently am an educational assistant in an elementary PreK-2nd grade building for 7 years. I enjoy helping children and love to see them enjoy learning. I also have current certification for CNA, phlebotomy, EKG technician and have provided home health care...

Renee K. says "Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families."

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Cori F.

Special Needs Caregiver

Darien, IL

4.7(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 21 years. I now work as an assistant at the Elementary level K-2 grades. I am a certified CNA, Phlebotomists, EKG technician. I have provided home health care for 19 years.

Care Member says "She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done. "

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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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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

Amanda G.

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...

- Julia O.

Jackie L.

Jackie was so helpful! I always came home to a clean house with dishes done and the vacuum ran. She came up with fun games for the kids to...

- Gabriella C.

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Glen Ellyn, IL

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Available Now in Glen Ellyn!

Peggy M.

Love To Engage With Differently Able Individuals

Starla B.

Child Care Provider-Nanny

Glen M.

Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Amanda G.

Amanda G.

Amy D.

Jordan S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Jackie L.

Nanny

Katerina V.

Lorraine G.

Bilingual Experienced College Student Available for Babysitting

Clemonce M.

Special Needs Caregiver

Elizabeth F.

Happy Helper

Lorraine G.

Part-time / As Needed Care Giver Available!

Dania G.

Experienced & Dynamic Childcare Provider

Dania G.

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

Christina K.

Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Cori F.

Cori F.

Special Needs Caregiver

Michael S.

Family Organization Assistance

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Glen Ellyn, IL

Branndi C.

Amanda G.

Jackie L.

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