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Best Babysitter

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have a lot of experience working with children! I have babysat many children and babies at once for years now and am very passionate about caring for them! I used to work for NWSRA last year which was working with special needs children. I also have tutored kids ages 6 and up! I have three brothers and over 30 first cousins...

Nicole O. says "We hired Kylie for the summer to take care of our infant son, she was beyond amazing! She always cared for him as part of the family and was flexible with...

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Franklin Park, IL

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
12 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
My passion for nurturing young minds and my positive experiences in babysitting inspired me to become a childcare provider. With over 12 years of experience caring for children of all ages, up to 11 years old, I have honed my skills in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. I pride myself on being patient,...

Care Member says "Emily was our nanny for almost 4 years, starting in fall of 2020. We have two boys that were 1 and 3 years old when Emily started with us and now...

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Experienced Care Giver

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Over the last 18 years, I have worked with adult and children who have developmental disabilities. This includes one on one settings, as well as group settings. My job is to ensure the safety and well being of all individuals with whom I work and care for. Additionally, I create programs to assist with community integration. I...

Care Member says "Karyn deserves more than 5 stars! She worked with our severely handicapped adult daughter who required feeding, diapering, showering and medications....

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Kind And Patient Caregiver

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi, my name is Lara. When I was younger, my first job was working in an elderly home, and I've always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to caring for my own mother in my past, I have been working for a senior care agency this year as well as people from care. com. I am certified in CPR, First aid, CPI (from my...

Amaralys A. says "Lara was kind, helpful, and showed great concern for me after my hysterectomy. she continues to check on my recovery even after the job was complete....

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Carol Stream, IL

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$37/hr
8 years experience
Errands
hospice services
light cleaning
respite care
dementia
+ 1 more
I love working with elderly people and have worked in nursing homes and residential homes for students and elders. I am a registered teacher in special education and have experience with elders with Autism and any special needs. I love music and helping elders.
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Virginia

Des Plaines, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hi, I'm a Preschool Teacher who love working with children. I'm caring, compassionate, reliable and hardworking. I have many years of experience working with children and people with special needs.
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Wheaton, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
I'd describe my personality as patient, kind and My youngest brother who is 62, is special needs, epilepsy, severe autism and mild retardation. I have always been in contact with him and the group home staff. He lives in Scottsdale and sees my brother in Phoenix weekly. We are his legal guardians. and my brother in Phoenix, AZ...
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Care Giver

Des Plaines, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
transportation
dementia
meal prep
My name is Manita. I'm a mother of two children. I have been a caregiver giver for the past 15 years. I worked for Sunrise Senior Living for more than 10 years. I have a lot of experience working for seniors. I do personal care. cooking, cleaning, and more. l enjoy working as a caregiver. I also have many years of experience...
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Arlington Heights, IL

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Antonia I'm 58 years old I'm a mother of 3 kids and have 3 grandchildren. My current jobs are special needs school bus driver ( part time), and hairdresser. I have experience with babysitting my own grandchildren as of raising my kids as a single mother. I have a clean background, I speak Italian Swiss and...
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Elmhurst, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
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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Streamwood, IL

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$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for. My three years of babysitting experience have shaped my desire to support families by providing reliable care. I am patient, calm, and happy to follow your lead in enforcing household rules. I have a college degree and experience with special needs children. I'm...
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Schaumburg, IL

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$24/hr
5 years experience
I'm a dedicated nanny with 5 years of childcare experience, including 3 years in the U. S. I currently care for three children, including two with special needs, which has given me valuable hands-on experience in supporting different personalities and routines. I have experience with infants, toddlers, school-aged children, and...
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Wheaton, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I'm a grad student at Wheaton College looking for an occasional babysitting job. I have experience watching several kids at a time with a range of ages, regularly for one family and on occasion for another family. I enjoyed being an overnight camp counselor at a small camp for ages 11+ with special needs for two summers.
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Palatine, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Hospice services
respite care
dementia
personal care
I have been a caregiver working in senior care and special Ed for several years . I worked at Kirk school for 4 years with special needs children and . I was a caregiver to a special needs boy for 4 years while doing senior care in the morning . I also worked with children years ago and have college courses in early childhood
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Wood Dale, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
errands
respite care
Hi, I've been working for 26 years as a nanny for the same family and for the past 10 years, I've been working as personal support worker with a special need daughter she's 31 so I have a lot of patient I've been helping with food preparation going out helping with dressing, propane, meals, bathing, plus I also help my neighbor...
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Elmhurst, IL

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$30/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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...
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Melrose Park, IL

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$35/hr
1 year experience
I became a registered nurse so that I can care for people and help them reach their goals to optimum health and wellness. I have no experience caring for people with special needs, except for those individuals I cared for while in nursing school. However, I am a good nurse who truly cares for her patients and would be very...
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River Grove, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I'm currently a DSP I work for a Company out in Des Plaines Illinois. I've been with my company for the last four years I'm currently looking for part-time work. I've been a DSP for the last 12 years working with children and adults with disabilities. I do everything from bathing feeding showers. I do pass meds I do transport I...
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Arlington Heights, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Supporting families by providing reliable, high-quality care is a passion of mine. With two years of experience at children's special needs camp, I offer a patient and calm presence for children ranging from infants to pre-teens. I am a recent engineering college graduate and continuing my education come this fall. Having class...
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Arlington Heights, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
Hi, I'm Rebecca and I am an experienced nanny with over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including newborns, children with special needs, and multiple children simultaneously. I am a confident and safe driver and can assist with school drop-offs, appointments, and activities. I am passionate about engaging...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $26.00/hr as of October 2026

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Special Needs Caregivers in Itasca, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kylie S.

We hired Kylie for the summer to take care of our infant son, she was beyond amazing! She always cared for him as part of the family and was...

- Nicole O.

Emily T.

Emily was our nanny for almost 4 years, starting in fall of 2020. We have two boys that were 1 and 3 years old when Emily started with us...

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Karyn L.

Karyn deserves more than 5 stars! She worked with our severely handicapped adult daughter who required feeding, diapering, showering and...

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