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Swimming supervision
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light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I am CPR certified, and currently work part time at a daycare center.
I would describe my personality as Fun, Loving, Nurturing, Empathetic & Creative.
I am passionate about teaching and working with infants & toddlers/kids.
I love to have fun with the kids while creating a safe environment for the children to learn,...
Care Member says "Niki is considerate, caring, and kind. We have 2 toddlers who are a handful. She displays patience at a level we all wish to achieve. She is also...
Experienced caregiver for children, elderly, and pets - patient, reliable, and nurturing.
Hi, I'm Therese! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, elderly adults, and pets. I'm calm, compassionate, and highly dependable.
Experience includes:
• Special needs care (nonverbal autism, ADHD, sensory needs,...
Katrina J. says "We hired Terry to watch our two Doberman's while we were out of town for a week. She was amazing and took great care of them! We loved that she kept us...
I'd describe my personality as passionate, courageous, adaptable, hardworking
I like caring for people with special needs because caregiving cultivates gratitude, it creates a beautiful and unique bond, I have the opportunity to learn new things
I'm looking for a job that offers flexibility in hours
I started caring for...
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
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Experienced caregiver for children, elderly, and pets - patient, reliable, and nurturing.
Hi, I'm Therese! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, elderly adults, and pets. I'm calm, compassionate, and highly dependable.
Experience includes:
• Special needs care (nonverbal autism, ADHD, sensory needs,...
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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I worked as a child's day head day camp counselor for three summers. I worked with 70+ kids from ages 5-11 full time doing various sports, crafts, field trips, and swimming.
I currently babysit for a family with three children: 2/3 have a rare terminal disease and have severe special needs.
I worked in college as a personal...
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
As a natural-born caregiver with 18 years of experience, I have a deep-rooted passion for nurturing and supporting children. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered the immense joy and fulfillment that comes from positively impacting young lives. Since then, I have dedicated myself...
Heather W. says "It was a pleasure having Cassie as a sitter for my children. Cassie is very upbeat, dependable and was willing to drive my kids to all of their after...
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- $35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
meal prep
companionship
dementia
errands
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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...
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...
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- $15/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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...
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
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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."
Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care
Willowbrook, IL
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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 ,...
Experienced Childcare Provider With 8 Years Of Experience Including Special Needs Children
Orland Park, IL
5.0(0)
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- $25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Kerstin,
A passionate and nurturing childcare provider with over 8 years of experience with infants - teens and special needs. I approach every child with patience, understanding, and tailored care.
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, reliable, and patient. I genuinely care about the well-being of every child...
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- $25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have been working as a nanny since 1997, I have experience with different age group, and I worked with families in different part of Chicago-land,
I am responsible, reliable, patient, and professional nanny, I have a great love and passion to work with children, I can play, read and engage the child into different activities...
Jeff H. says "Our 2 year old warmed up to Hakima immediately, and enjoys their time together every week. She currently comes over one morning a week, and has been...
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have worked with special needs at risk children for 21 years.
I now currently am an educational assistant in an elementary PreK-2nd grade building for 7 years. I enjoy helping children and love to see them enjoy learning.
I also have current certification for CNA, phlebotomy, EKG technician and have provided home health care...
Renee K. says "Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families."
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1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi my name is Magdalena I am 26 years old. I am bilingual and can speak English and Polish. I attended University of Illinois at Chicago where I majored in Psychology and also minored in Polish. I graduated from there in 2016. Currently I am getting my masters through an online program at Liberty University. I love working with...
Kimberly C. says "Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 21 years. I now work as an assistant at the Elementary level K-2 grades. I am a certified CNA, Phlebotomists, EKG technician. I have provided home health care for 19 years.
Care Member says "She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done. "
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Experience as a daycare teacher for children from two months to 2 years old. Early education courses and all those necessary to obtain a CDA .
Currently working with twins and with a person with special needs.
Associate degree in special education .
Verifiable personal references
Native language Spanish, intermediate level of...
Meal prep
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carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
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Raised 3 kids all grown adults now, 5 grandchildren ages 6, 11, 14, 14 & 18. \n\nLove all babies & kids, very good with them. Worked 36 years in the field of mental health & developmental disabilities, retired.\n\nWorked after retirement in a day care center infants room with 10 children 6 weeks to 12 months for about 4 years in...
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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I was a math teacher for 20 years in my home country of Lithuania. I also have two children of my own, who have given me a lifetime of experience. One of my jobs was to care for an 18-year-old girl with epilepsy, so I'm comfortable with working with disabled and special-needs children. I also used to work part-time for a family...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lemont, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Lemont, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Niki M.
Niki is considerate, caring, and kind. We have 2 toddlers who are a handful. She displays patience at a level we all wish to achieve. She is...
- Care member
Terry G.
We hired Terry to watch our two Doberman's while we were out of town for a week. She was amazing and took great care of them! We loved that...
- Katrina J.
Cassie C.
It was a pleasure having Cassie as a sitter for my children. Cassie is very upbeat, dependable and was willing to drive my kids to all of...
- Heather W.
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