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Vicki T.

Crystal Lake, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I currently work as a case manager for adults and children with special needs. I have my bachelor's in social work. I am obtaining my masters in special education with a concentration in Autism. I have worked in a variety of settings: day program, group home, and ICF. I have also worked in a therapeutic autism school. I have...
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Corea W.

Crystal Lake, IL

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$16/hr
Very friendly. I'd love to meet u, I help my grandma as she got older and daily things got harder. I can help with cleaning , food prep, moving , shopping.
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Tori M.

Hampshire, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
My previous work in classrooms gives me great understanding of the challenges some face. When caring for any child, young adult, or adult with special needs, I use your guidance first! I want to ensure your loved one feels supported, and our time together is productive, fun and feels safe!
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Jamie M.

Registered Nurse

Carpentersville, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I'm currently working with patients with acute cardiovascular disorders. I appropriately educate patients and families. I'm looking forward to a new perspective while bringing a smile to a child's face.
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Jesseka R.

Respectful, Knowledgable, And Detail Oriented Registered Nurse

Dundee, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I without a doubt love what I do!! I have been a school RN for the past 10 years. I work with children with varying levels of needs. I have experience with seizure disorders, type 1 diabetes, ADD, ADHD, asthma, food allergies, Fragile-x, and gastric tube feedings to name a few. I just love my kids that I care for, however I do...
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Lori T.

Part Time Caregiver Available

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a positive and fun Nanny. Responsible and very perceptive. I have raised 4 children of my own! Now celebrating the birth of grandchild no 3! Have cared for children with special needs. I also provided care for 2 cancer victims. I raised a niece from newborn til age 6! Provided before and after school care for 6 years. I am...

R L. says "Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily taking our daughter to...

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Candace W.

Nanny

South Elgin, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
I raised my own children, my son (33) and my daughter (23). Over the past 20 years, I have served as a toddler teacher, and home-daycare provider, and served 4 different families as a nanny for the last decade. I also have experience working with people with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy working with...

Care Member says "We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are home from...

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Tatiana M.

Garden Prairie, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! I'm Tatiana, and I've been working with kids for 3 years now. I started as a para at a school for students with autism in the kindergarten room and loved it. I work with students ages 5-8, including some with special needs. In my spare time, I go to the gym and help raise my 8-year-old niece. I love open...

Care Member says "Tatiana did amazing with our daughter she loved her. She uses her own log to write down what they did and anything my daughter ate. She brought sheets...

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Alexandra M.

Marengo, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a passion. For the past three years, I've dedicated myself to providing enriching care for children aged 0-11, with a special focus on toddlers. I find immense joy in fostering their development through creative activities, educational games, and active play, including...

Joel C. says "Alexandria was great with my kids, they love her so much, I would definitely hire her again. She is very professional, she has a fire science degree, and...

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Nicole P.

Been Working With Children Of All Ages For More Then Ten Years

Elgin, IL

4.5(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Professional Nanny & House Manager Dedicated, nurturing, and highly experienced childcare professional with over 18 years of hands-on experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers, including multiples and children with special needs. CPR and First Aid certified, I specialize in creating safe, engaging, and...

Care Member says "Nicole has always been amazing with the kids and very helpful and accommodating! She’s been able to help us in a pinch and is so sweet! "

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Amy G.

Babysitter And Childcare Provider

Ingleside, IL

4.9(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
Hi-I'm Amy! I have 22 years of experience; I fell in love for babysitting at a young age. I began caring for family, friends, neighbors and through referrals. I have extensive experience from newborn to 16 years old, caring for multiples (twins, triplets) and special needs care. In high school, I worked as a childcare supervisor...

Ashley C. says "Amy has been a wonderful source of loving, reliable childcare when needed throughout the past few years. Would gladly recommend! "

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Laurie B.

Experience with Special Needs

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 years of experience in special ed. I was a teachers aide at kirk school in Palatine for 3 years. I have also been a private caregiver for an adult male with special needs and a. caregiver to a lovely little boy for over 3 years my most recent job was with a little boy with autism.

Care Member says "Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie always...

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Tracy S.

Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care

Bartlett, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...

Christina K. says "Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I...

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Karen R.

McHenry, IL

4.6(1)
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$23/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My first experience as a childcare provider is when I was a young teenager. Later, I worked with special needs children as a bus driver and teaching assistant for eight years. I have worked with families who had infants, preschool and school-aged children as a nanny since 2011. I fully enjoy being a nanny and I am in excellent...

Care Member says "I would highly recommend Karen as a nanny. She cared for our twin boys from the time they were 3 months old until they were 27 months old. Over those...

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Stephanie K.

Ingleside, IL

4.7(1)
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$28/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
As a childcare provider with 26 years of experience, I've had the privilege of nurturing and educating young minds, shaping their early development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences and a deep desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. My patient, calm, and friendly nature...

Care Member says "Stephanie was our nanny for 3 years. She cared for our now 5 and 3 year old. She was with us full time. She is caring, fun and willing to do extras such...

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Elizabeth W.

Woodstock, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! I have recently jumped back into nannying, although I am often around children as I have 4 of the coolest nieces & nephews so I have plenty experiences with kids despite the hiatus from nannying as my job! In my free time I enjoy concerts, camping, football, finding new food spots, & chill days at home binge watching....

Michael D. says "Thanks to Care.com, we are happy to have a nice babysitter for our son, who will be 3 years old on the 3rd of December. Liz is a caring and experienced...

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Quinn M.

Marengo, IL

4.3(1)
from
$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
My name is Quinn and I'm new to Illinois from Texas. I have been both a private nanny as well as a preschool teacher. I can provide homework help and transportation to school aged children. I am comfortable with anything from meal prep to diapering and caring for sick children. I am CPR/AED certified in both children and adults....

Addison J. says "Quinn is a kind and thoughtful Nanny to our daughters. She kept them happy and entertained. She was always quick to step in and help me. She also cooked...

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Megan P.

21 Years Old, Palatine,IL,Elementary Education Major

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
Hi Families! I am an Education Major at Mizzou and will be a senior in the fall. I can start immediately - days, nights, weekends, and with little notice. I have a reliable, safe SUV to drive your children. I enjoy kids of all ages and abilities. I bring several years of experience being a nanny to a family with special needs....

Chris D. says "Great with children, very polite"

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Jeffery H.

Autism Life Coach

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, My name is Jeff. I am a Autism Life Coach. I work with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Communication Disorders, Behavior Disorders, and Learning Disabilities. My experience is extensive beginning as a Substitute Teacher in the public schools, as well worked as a Paraprofessional/Job Coach Coordinator at a non-public...

Dawn C. says "What a great life coach and a huge heart for the special needs community. He worked with my son for a couple of years. No a complaint and taught my son with...

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Kaila K.

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Kaila. I currently work at an elementary school with kids between the ages of 5-9 . I have also worked at a middle school with kids between the ages of 12- 13 . I have 2 younger siblings that are 13 & 10 that I have babysat since they were toddlers. I have nannied kids between the ages of 1 & 13 during the summer breaks...
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  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of May 2026

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Lori T.

Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily...

- R L.

Candace W.

We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are...

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Tatiana M.

Tatiana did amazing with our daughter she loved her. She uses her own log to write down what they did and anything my daughter ate. She...

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