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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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."
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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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...
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. "
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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- $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...
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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- $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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- $17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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...
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Alivia, and I am an incoming freshman at DeP University, where I will be studying Finance and dancing on the DePaul University Dance Team. I have over 5 years of babysitting experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs and various health conditions. Through these experiences, I...
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5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Greetings! I'm Alliesha, a sunshine-loving Floridian who recently planted roots in Illinois in May 2024. While I'm currently pursuing my passion to become a dental hygienist, my heart has always been drawn to caring for children. With over 4 years of experience as a dedicated nanny and babysitter.
Whether it's crafting,...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
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I have been babysitting children as young as age 2 since I was 13 years old. As an older sister, I have been around young children my whole life and understand their complexities and interests as well as my own. I am planning on getting re-certified in first aid and CPR since my certification expired this past year, but I am...
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Audrey, and caring for children has always been close to my heart. I began working in children's care at my family's church in my early teens and continued into my twenties. I later cared for school-aged children and traveled to Mexico to support orphanages, engaging kids through art, music, and creative play....
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I'm a stay at home mom with 2 children (12 and 5). I have extensive experience with children of all ages (including special needs). I have a college degree along with some graduate work in the Psychology field. I also minored in Spanish. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked with Autistic children in school and...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hey, I'm currently a family ministry major with over 7 years of experience, Babysitting, nannying, and working with children. I volunteer on Sundays at my local church in the children's ministry and was an intern in their family ministry this summer. I've worked as a camp counselor for the past five years and was the lead of my...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
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...
Dementia
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meal prep
respite care
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Hello there!
I just recently moved to Elmwood park IL from out of state. I have my Heartsaver
First Aid CPR AED IL.
I have 11-year-old daughter and a 6-year-old son. They are both in school.
I'm hoping I'll be able to find a family who needs a elderly care. I find it very rewarding.
I care for private family for an elderly...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! My name is Tricia. I'm a Mother to 2 wonderful children as well as a nanny, a paraprofessional for special needs children, an ECT board member and a Photographer. I have great references, and over 20 yrs of experience watching children. I was a teacher aide in Elmhurst on and off for 5 yrs at two different schools. I was...
I am a loving, reliable, and dedicated nanny with over 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including infants, toddlers, twins, and multiple children. For the past 20 years, I have worked professionally with families, providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn, grow, and...
My degree in Psychology has given me many tools to help with special needs children and adults. I am an extremely patient person with a caring and sensitive side.
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Ria. I am a loving and responsible mother with hands-on experience caring for children. As a mom, I understand the importance of safety, patience, and kindness.
I have experience taking care of young children, helping with meals, bathing, playtime, and bedtime routines. I can also help with simple cooking...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $23.00/hr as of July 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Hillside, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Hillside, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 41 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Starla B.
We love Starla! My kids love when she comes because she always tries a new craft them.
- Care member
Elizabeth F.
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...
- Elaine F.
Dulce S.
Highly recommend, will hire again.
- Care member
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