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Adaptive Sitter And Amusement Master, babysitter

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
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)"

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(Special Ed, Transportation )

Joliet, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
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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Carson M.'s Photo

Joliet, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Hello! I am currently seeking temporary, part-time employment as a caregiver. I recently graduated with my masters degree in occupational therapy, and I am studying for my licensing exam. I know that many families are seeking long-term support, so I want to be transparent that I may only be available for 3 months (though...
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Direct Support Professional (DSP)

Joliet, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Terri! I have 21 years experience caring/helping people with special needs. I have worked with low-high funtioning children- adults. In residential and in home settings. Helping people with special needs is my passion. I currently have someone on Monday and Wednesday. I am free to talk about other days..
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Part Time Caregiver

Joliet, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I'v been a special needs caregiver for 8 years. I have worked with children and adults that have had, Autism, down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and behavioral disorders. I worked as a teachers assistant for 6 years and I can provide ABA Therapy, I work in Burr Ridge as a rehab tech for the Shirley Ryan Ability Lab. I can work 3...
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Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs

Joliet, IL

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$25/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. I am hoping to find a family looking for household management, chef, nanny or even driver to simplify thier lives. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.
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Kate M.'s Photo

Joliet, IL

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$22/hr
4 years experience
I worked the last 4. 5 years in special recreation at NEDSRA. I am currently back in school to pursue nursing. I have my CNA, CPR and First Aid, and CPI certification. I really think I am the right type of person to work in nursing and with the special needs population. I am super calm and patient. I encourage independence while...
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Carson M.'s Photo

Joliet, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am a recent masters of occupational therapy graduate, and I am relatively new to the area. I am looking for any families that may need an occasional babysitter while I am studying for my licensing exam. I could also do weekdays, evenings, and occasional weekends. I babysat a lot for family friends in high school....
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Joliet, IL

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$16/hr
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I have seven nieces and nephews whom I have babysat countless times. I'm very used to being around children as I have grown up around them. I love to watch them grow and be apart of those who teach them their shapes, colors and simply the world. There's nothing better then watching the newest souls discover what they love and...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Joliet, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
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...
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Nicole S.'s Photo

Joliet, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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...
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Aujney A.'s Photo

Joliet, IL

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$19/hr
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been around and worked with kids almost my whole life! For 3 years of my highschool experience I did Early childhood development classes where I worked with many different children and age groups! I have worked with special needs children, toddlers, babies you name it! I want to provide a safe and fun space for children....
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Super Nanny

Joliet, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...
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Marissa S.'s Photo

Joliet, IL

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, goofy, and empathetic. I like working with kids because it's so exciting to watch children become their own people. Watching how they learn new things each and every day is a treasure to witness as well as seeing their personalities develop and start to shine! I started working with kids...
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Caregiver:Adults ,Children Over 15 Yrs...

Joliet, IL

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$25/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 , Childcare over 24 years. Alzheimer, Dementia , Parkinson and special needs adults & children 10years. MS, ALS , Paraplegic and experience with hoyer lift.
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Terri O.'s Photo

Joliet, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi my name is Terri. I have over 23 years experience in senior care and caring for people with special needs. My Experience includes, all mobility issues, hoyer lift, specialize in Dementia/ Alzheimer's disease. Bathing and showering. Was certified to pass medication. I am caring, conscientious and kind. I have a great sense...
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Licensed CNA Caregiver

Joliet, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
meal prep
hospice services
companionship
errands
+ 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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Kate M.'s Photo

Joliet, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Mobility assistance
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
I worked the last 4. 5 years in special recreation at NEDSRA. I am currently back in school to pursue nursing. I have my CNA, CPR and First Aid, and CPI certification. I really think I am the right type of person to work in nursing and with the special needs population. I am super calm and patient. I encourage independence while...
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Part-time Caretaker

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 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...

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Part-time Caregiver

Crest Hill, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am 28 years old and have babysat since I was 15 years old part time/full time. I am comfortable with changing diapers, bottle feeding, light house work, playing games/activities, along with cooking meals for the children when needed. Have looked after newborns, toddlers, preteens, and the elderly. I do own my own car so...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of October 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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