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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!
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- 3+ years paid experience
- newborn/infant experience
- infant-teenage experience
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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)"
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.
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...
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..
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.
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...
Hi! My name is Olivia and I am a 23-year-old graduate student in speech pathology from Joliet, IL. I have babysitting and special education preschool experience watching both verbal and nonverbal children
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...
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....
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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- $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...
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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...
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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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- $19/hr
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
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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....
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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My name is Emily and I am 21 years old. I love to work with children. I believe that I bring a lot to the table as I am young, allowing me to have energy and creativity, but also have the experience needed to make a respectable caregiver. I am seeking a family I can be as helpful as possible to. I am willing to enforce...
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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 , 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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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
meal prep
companionship
dementia
light cleaning
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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...
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
live-in home care
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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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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
meal prep
companionship
dementia
hospice services
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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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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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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The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of May 2026
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 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
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.
Barbara B.
Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable...
- Christina K.
Cailee E.
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...
- Sarah H.
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