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Bethany N.

La Grange, IL

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I have one year of experience as a substitute teacher and paraprofessional in a 3rd/4th grade special education classroom. I look forward to connecting with you!
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Kimberly J.

Kimberly

La Grange, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
I have a lot of experience working with kids, and always enjoy being with them. I am independent, kind, compassionate, and caring.
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Justyna L.

Responsible Nanny

La Grange, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello:) My name is Justyna and I love children. For the past 20 years I have been working as a regular babysitter, household manager as well as a special needs nanny. I'm very punctual, responsible, easy going person with great communication skills.
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Danuta M.

ABA Therapist

La Grange, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 12 years of experience working as an ABA therapist, and a very good knowledge of different strategies used when working with kids with autism. Currently, I am working for a Department of Special Education. I have a Master's Degree in Psychology and Education. I have lots of references available. I'm very passionate about...
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Katerina V.

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I am loving, trustworthy, active, patient mom of 2 teens with a pleasant, positive personality who loves children and has been working with children since the age of 18. I studied early childhood education and graduated in special psychology major. I have over 25 years experience as a special needs teacher, nanny and a household...

Lis H. says "I only interacted with Katerina during a phone interview and a few follow ups. She was an absolute joy to speak with, and I am left with a very positive...

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Christina K.

Downers Grove, IL

4.9(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Mom of one adult female (25) years old. Who loves children. Looking for a caring and loving professional family to assist with their child care needs. At the age of 11 years old I watched 3 children under the age(s) of 5 years old. During my teenage years I babysat regularly for neighbors and family. In my adult years have...

Carol G. says "Christina is a very loving, professional, intelligent individual who would make an excellent child care provider."

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Elizabeth F.

Happy Helper

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Elizabeth. I am a energetic, loving nanny who absolutely adores children! I have a passion for child care and love helping families! I aim to bring positivity, love, and creativity into the house of my nanny family. I do my best to go the extra mile. I love finding age appropriate activities to do with my...

Elaine F. says "Elizabeth was great with our children! She helped out with homework and was always finding new things for the kids to do! She has a great personality and...

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Miriam T.

Energetic Nanny

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi there! I have been a full-time nanny for about 15 years now. My experience is from premature babies to middle school-aged kids, also kids with special needs. I am very patient and a loving person. Love to be outdoors, doing activities, singing, reading and dancing with kids. I have my own car willing to use to transport kids...

Erik W. says "Miriam did great watching our 1 year old daughter. She can be a little shy and before I left she was already comfortable with her. Miriam was great."

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Dania G.

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello Parents! I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
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Alexis S.

Berwyn, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...
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Virginija S.

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

Willowbrook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience
Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....

Care Member says "Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management ,...

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Branndi C.

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant- 5 years... I have 20 years in teaching, & 30+ years working with...

Care Member says "Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6...

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Janiyah L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Janiyah, and I am the owner of Crafty Kids Care Childcare Services. I am a 20-year-old live-out nanny with over three years of experience in babysitting and nannying, as well as a part-time preschool daycare teacher. I am also a student in early childhood education My background includes working with families,...

Care Member says "She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!"

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Todd M.

Reliable Special Needs Provider

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been working with special needs children and adults for over 25 years. I taught drama to developmentally disabled adults and taught or tutored most school subjects to elementary, teen, and adult learners in classrooms, homes, non-profits, and tutoring centers. I have earned masters degrees in middle-secondary education and...

Jennifer W. says "Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We...

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Katerina V.

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Visiting physician
personal care
live-in home care
Hi, my name is Katerina, mom of 2 teens living in Lombard. I am highly organized, patient, trustworthy, motivated, multi-tasker with a pleasant, positive personality ready to help you with personal care, light cleaning, organization, running errands, shopping, taking you to appointments, companionship and ANYTHING else that...

Kj W. says "Katerina is always upbeat and has a positive attitude. She's hard working, punctual, and very reliable. She has a family of her own and brings those skills...

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Hayley P.

About Me

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am an experienced childcare provider with a wide range of skills specializing in newborn and toddler care. I have worked with children of all ages for over a decade and pride myself in my intentional, empathetic, and patient approach. I have experience with preemies, multiples, and children with special needs (autism, ADHD,...

Holly B. says "Haley seems great with children. We hope to have her as an occasional date night sitter and back up nanny! "

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Noel B.

Demonstrating A Love And Passion For Teaching

Lombard, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Hi there! My name is Noël and I live in Villa Park, IL. I have a significant amount of experience caring for special needs individuals as I have a younger brother, Joshua, who is Autistic - he is my pride and my joy! In addition to caring for him, I assisted my parents with facilitating an at home early intervention program...

Clint S. says "Noel was amazing to work with. She is communicative, responsive, and caring. I would strongly recommend hiring Noel."

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Evelyn U.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
travel
Hi there! I'm Evelyn- I love kids and can say with confidence that caretaking is what I'm best at. The way I care for children reflects the way I was raised; with empathy and respect. I'd like to say I've been babysitting since I was 10, as I helped my mother raise my 2 younger sisters, but I've officially babysat and nannied...

Ximena O. says "She is awesome with my son. He gets excited when I tell him she will be coming. I love her dependability, attention to homework assignments,...

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Maureen M.

Patient and Loving Mom available for ALL your Childcare Needs

Oak Park, IL

4.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Available for respite care, weekend, overnights. I have been a licensed IL foster parent and have worked with 2 children that suffered from Fetal Alcohol syndrome and another who has ADHD as well as depression/anxiety. I have worked at an institution where I gained experience with immobile children, Batten disease, Charge...

Jennifer V. says "Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our training. And she...

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Keesha H.

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
As a mother of a child with special needs I have experience caring for children with Down Syndrome, Autism, Emotional Disabilities, Opposition Defiance Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder. I am employed by Chicago Public Schools as a aide for children with special needs and by the Chicago Park District as an Inclusion Aide...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.00/hr as of December 2025

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in La Grange, IL

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

Katerina V.

I only interacted with Katerina during a phone interview and a few follow ups. She was an absolute joy to speak with, and I am left with a...

- Lis H.

Christina K.

Christina is a very loving, professional, intelligent individual who would make an excellent child care provider.

- Carol G.

Elizabeth F.

Elizabeth was great with our children! She helped out with homework and was always finding new things for the kids to do! She has a great...

- Elaine F.

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