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Learning Behavior Specialist Certified Special Education Teacher, Former Caregiver And Nanny
Joliet, IL
5.0(1)
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have had multiple prior educational and volunteering experiences working with children and adults with disabilities and baby-sitting as well as taking care of family members with special needs. My area of specialty is severe and profound. I worked my way through college as a nanny and caregiver through a company. I have an...
Lisa S. says "She is an awesome teacher who cares for her students and would do anything for them. She is dependable, reliable, and responsible."
Social Work Graduate, awaiting LSW.
Experience working with at-risk youth in crisis situations, and after-school settings.
CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified
Currently a Full-Time employee as a Qualified Mental Health Professional and Crisis/Outreach Manager.
Has own transportation.
Currently learning Spanish and taking classes, can...
Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs
Joliet, IL
5.0(0)
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. Right now I am mainly a mom. But I am hoping to find someone needed a helping hand part time during later morning and till around 330 p.m. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.
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- $20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I will be on school break December 16th - January 16th and will be in Joliet. If you're looking for some temporary help (1 month) on weekdays after 2 pm, feel free to message me and I will get back to you :) Thanks!
Things about me:
- 3+ years paid experience
- newborn/infant experience
- infant-teenage experience
-...
Cassandra B. says "Carolina was early and was amazing!!! My son wanted her to come back again tomorrow lol 10/10 says F. (5 stars)"
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I have been taking care of children since 1985. I have been a nanny all over USA until 2002. I decided to make a change and moved to Mainland China (Shenzhen) to teach English. Now I own a small kindergarten in Shenzhen. Because they do not accept or understand learning issues in children, our school gets many special kids. My...
Justin B. says "Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better...
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a senior in college studying nursing. I have lots of experience nannying. I love children and have worked with kids of all ages, even those with special needs! I am looking for a part time/as needed job in the Joliet/Plainfield area while I finish my last semester!
Jackie F. says "Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was...
Bilingual mother of two, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some of my love to others.
Senior Caregiver 15 years , children over 24 years. Alzheimer, Dementia , Parkinson and special needs adults & children 10years.
MS, ALS , Paraplegic and experience with hoyer lift.
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- $17/hr
Hello! I am a speech pathology graduate student clinician from St. Mary's College. Excited to meet you and your family. I am home for the summer and I am looking for a job working with people with special needs to gain more experience as a graduate student clinician. I am passionate about making my care client centered and...
I'll been in healthcare since I was 21, I love what I do, I think it's my job to help others. I'll been trained hands on, in safety care, DSP, rule 50(rule and neglect). I have worked with the age range of 17 to 85 years old. I have worked for 3 other organizations in Joliet Illinois. I just moved back to joliet; I currently...
Carpooling
craft assistance
I am a 55-year-old female with 12 years experience in childcare with excellent references. I am a mother of three with experience in newborns up to 12 years. I am a certified nurse assistant (CNA). I am a CPR certified and had worked in a special needs facility too for 3 years. I have a car with a valid drivers license. I am...
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
light cleaning
I am the second oldest of 9 in a large blended family, some siblings have special needs. I have babysat, taught Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, tutored in various subjects, and am certified as an Early Childhood teacher. As a teacher, I taught everything from birth to 6th grade. I love to read, knit, crochet, and a variety...
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Evlyn and I love nature and animals and have always enjoyed spending time with children whether it's my family or babysitting! I have always loved working with new people and learning new things, and also teaching other people what I can. I worked for a family with 3 children for over 3 years and learned so...
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
With 20 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment. My previous babysitting roles solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families. I am patient, creative, and approachable. I follow parents' preferred communication methods and...
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- $30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
Bilingual mother of two, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some of my love to others.
Senior Caregiver 15 years , children over 24 years. Alzheimer, Dementia , Parkinson and special needs adults & children 10years.
MS, ALS , Paraplegic and experience with hoyer lift.
Carpooling
travel
I m very depaendable and reliable person. Being a help to others is my true calling in life. I'm a bus monitor and love working with special needs student. I'm also offer transportation serviced to pick up kids from daycare and bring them home.
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello!
My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
hospice services
home modification
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...
Christina K. says "Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing...
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- $15/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have been regularly babysitting for over 6 years, I was a nanny while receiving my AD in Child Development. I worked in early childhood education for 2 years, and now during the day I am a paraprofessional with special needs children. I can help promote adaptive skills such as toileting, hygiene, and household chores, as well...
Care Member says "I would give more than five stars if I could! Ashlyn was the best nanny I have ever had with my daughter. She went above and beyond to make sure my...
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Cailee. I'm a registered nurse with several years of experience. Before becoming a nurse, I worked full-time as a nanny and also as an activities coordinator at a senior living facility. I live in Plainfield with my awesome husband and two wonderful kids.
As a mother of two children who are in preschool Monday...
Sarah H. says "Cailee is awesome and you can't go wrong with her! She was always on time, very dependable and we would definitely hire Cailee again. Our kids loved her...
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Career Nanny/Household Manager and with over 20 years of supporting busy families through a seamless blend of childcare and home management. I specialize in infants, twins, and school-aged children, including those with special needs, and I am CPR and First Aid certified. Families often describe me as the...
Priscilla L. says "Sarah provided care for my two boys ages 6 & 8 at the time. She treated them as her own kids. She was flexible with my work schedule in addition to...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.25/hr as of November 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Joliet, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Joliet, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Carol G.
She is an awesome teacher who cares for her students and would do anything for them. She is dependable, reliable, and responsible.
- Lisa S.
Carolina A.
Carolina was early and was amazing!!! My son wanted her to come back again tomorrow lol 10/10 says F. (5 stars)
- Cassandra B.
Wendy S.
Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for...
- Justin B.
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