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Christine D.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Christine and I'm a special education teacher in CPS. I've been teaching for 8 years (3 years in Bloomington/Normal, IL; 1 year Abu Dhabi, UAE; and 2 years in Dubai, UAE). In January 2016, I moved to Chicago and will start my Masters degree in the fall. I'm passionate about kids, energetic, flexible, and have a...

Tom D. says "Christine watched our 4 children (a ten year old and triplet 8 year olds) until they became adults (they are now 24 and 22). She became a close family...

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Mary S.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Name is Mary! 24 years old, and currently a banquet manager for Hilton hotels. I am the 2nd oldest of 11 children! Yes 11! Love children and lots of experience. I work full time but as we are getting into our slow season I would like to pick up some part time work to fill my off nights & days. I am experienced with small...

Bernadette S. says "I have know Mary for 7 years! She is a kind and loving person and has a big heart for everyone. She is an specialist in home care. She loves to cook...

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Julie D.

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a mom with 17+ years of experience, I have two teenagers. Both opposite traits, one with special needs socially and emotionally and one that is an honors student and gymnast. I adore all infants and toddlers. Currently, I work for 2 families part time. I am available on Fridays and some weekends.

Care Member says "Julie worked for us for 6 months and she was fabulous with our 1 year old son. He would always get excited to see her. She did a great job teaching him...

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Gabriella C.

Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm a nanny with 4 years experience looking for an childcare job. I've experience with all age kids and special needs kids.

Dena E. says "Gabe has always been on time. She is excellent with both my kids that are 2 years old and 9 month old. She's been with my 9 month old since she was an...

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Tyra C.

Part-time/Full-time Caregiver Available!

Chicago, IL

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I grew up in a home with six siblings, four sisters and two brothers! Three older and three younger, I also have two nephews and a niece, all under the age of six that I have babysat since their birth. I spent two years as a overnight camp counselor caring for up to 13 campers at a time. While working as a counselor, I gained...

Raynee H. says "Tyra is extremely patient, caring, and loving. She took very good care of our two little ones, and even went above and beyond after she put them down for...

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Isadora T.

Evanston, IL

4.8(1)
from
$21/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
Part-time, on call, substitute in Evanston & surrounding areas + Overnights anywhere 4+. I think children are some of the most interesting people on the planet ! If you are seeking a calm, patient, experienced, safety conscious, reliable Covid-19 and RSV vaccinated, boosted, non-smoking sitter with an intuitive understanding...

Care Member says "Isadora watched my 6 and 4 year old boys while my primary care was out of town. She has an amazing knack for communicating and listening effectively to...

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Natacha P.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a recent graduate looking for an income and I have 5 years experience working in healthcare. Thank you.

Yulanda C. says "Natacha was a great conversationalist and was helpful when I needed assistance going to a medical procedure. She's very dependable and I would recommend...

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Klimentina G.

Loving Nanny

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I'm Tina I Love being with kids, as my experience as a babysitter and nanny is around 10 years, including 1 year with special needs child , 2 years taking care of 2 lovely boys , aged 1 and 6 , and newborn baby twins (premature) for an year. Currently I am a nanny of another pre beautiful twins (just turned 2 ) and after...

Care Member says "Klimentina was fantastic! Warm, kind, and extremely caring. She was on time, professional, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text,...

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Chloe R.

Nanny/tutor/sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
NO LONGER LOOKING FOR FULL TIME JOB, just babysitting in between positions I have over 8 years of experience with childcare and education. 5 of those years I have been a private nanny. I have done tutoring, provided care for special needs, created age appropriate crafts and lessons, found and brought to outside activities,...

Care Member says "Chloe demonstrated punctuality, never called off, and displayed excellent skills in caring for my 4-year-old. I appreciate her reliability and positive...

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Bisola A.

Full Time/ Part Time Care Giver

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have been working with seniors for the past 10 year, duties and responsibilities include bathing, companionship, light house keeping, meal preparations, outing with the clients. PERSONAL OBJECTIVE I have a strong commitment to serving the needs of individuals with special needs, especially adults and people with developmental...
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Maria A.

Child Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
I'm Venezuelan with 3, 5 years of nanny and house manager experience. I took care of 5 months to 8 years old children, also have experience with special needs kids, and CPR certified. Currently Spanish/English teacher for kids, teenagers and adults.

Care Member says "Wonderful nanny our kids who still miss her very much. She was on time, never missed a day of work, flexible with our schedules. Also helped around...

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Kristy C.

Caregiver With Deaf Education Degree

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience
I majored in Deaf education and have several years of experience working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing students as well as students with other communicative, social, and emotional needs. I am currently teaching 3rd through 5th grade in a Deaf Education program, but would like to continue to work with children for the summer. I...

Kathy K. says "I have the honor of working alongside Kristy at Children of Peace. I teach 1st through 3rd grade Deaf and Hard of Hearing students and co-teach religion...

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Cami B.

Experienced, Professional, Educated, Highly Recommended Caregiver!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Looking for recurring babysitting opportunities after work. 28-Year-old hardworking, self-motivated worker with strong knowledge of psychology and healthcare as well as customer service, social skills, and office duties. Certified in CPR, non-smoking, reliable car, & experience with animals. Associate's degree in General...

Care Member says "Cami was very engaged with my children and was not on her phone like most people these days. I rate a A+++"

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Nicole G.

Nanny Who Wants Your Children To Have Fun And Be Critical Thinkers

Evanston, IL

4.8(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have cared for children all my life from family to friends and have been caring for them professionally for the last 10 years. I care for children of all ages, with and without special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified, Direct Service person certified, Paraprofessional certified (teachers aide), sign language, and...

Anna A. says "Nicole was an amazing sitter for my 4 year old son. She is so caring and kind. Her natural attitude and way of being is very calming for kids. I knew that...

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Watcharaphan T.

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, My name is Pam. I am 34 years old. I graduated from bachelor degree in preschool education. I study, art education, special needs, children physiology, and child care. I was a kindergarten teacher for 2 years. I moved to Chicago for an Au Pair opportunity on 2013. After the Au Pair program is over, I continue working as...

Catherine H. says "Pam did a great job with our daughter on a Monday where our Nanny was out of town. She is sweet, lovely, and everything you'd want in a nanny. Lots of...

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Vanessa S.

Happy Child Is A Happy Life

Skokie, IL

4.2(0)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified. Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...
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Cynthia H.

Mama C / Encourager Of Children

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have 6+years of experience in foster care at SOS Children's Village in Lockport. I have fostered approximately 30 children, and loved the experience and my foster families. I recently moved back to Chicago in September of 2022. Before moving back to Chicago I was a member of my church in Joliet for 17 years and I was involved...

Care Member says "Cynthia is a compassionate, loving and fun caregiver. She was the first person outside of family to care for our daughter when she was 6 months old....

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Vicky W.

Part Time Summer Caregiver

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
1 year experience
I worked at Philip J Rock Center & School in Glen Ellyn it is school & home for children with both deaf & blind disabilities compiled with cerebral palsy & other learning disabilities. I was trained how to communicate with the children with a basic version of sign language & supervised children during activities & daily living...
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Nicole G.

Certified Direct Support Professional Available For Part Time To Full Time Position

Evanston, IL

4.8(1)
from
$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I have been working with individuals with special needs for over five years. I have majority of my experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum or have other intellectual disabilities and need behavioral support. I have worked with children from infants to toddlers to teens and also adults. I am CPR and first aide...

Debby G. says "Nicole is amazing! She is very kind, patient, understanding and naturally intuitive. She is especially skilled in working with individuals with special...

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Zoe B.

Fun, Patient, And Reliable Babysitter!

Chicago, IL

from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Zoe and I live in Edison Park. I've been babysitting/nannying for the past six years. A little bit about me is that I'm an animal lover, love doing crafts, listening to music, doing fun activities, baking / trying new recipes, and reading. I have also worked with special needs children and grew up with a...
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  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of November 2025

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Kenilworth, IL

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

Christine D.

Christine watched our 4 children (a ten year old and triplet 8 year olds) until they became adults (they are now 24 and 22). She became a...

- Tom D.

Mary S.

I have know Mary for 7 years! She is a kind and loving person and has a big heart for everyone. She is an specialist in home care. She loves...

- Bernadette S.

Julie D.

Julie worked for us for 6 months and she was fabulous with our 1 year old son. He would always get excited to see her. She did a great job...

- Care member

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