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Courtney F.

New Lenox, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
I have 10 years of experience being a nanny and I have raised my own kids. Two of them have special needs so I have a very patient and nurturing personality. I am a reliable and responsible caregiver who likes to work with parents and children to meet the family needs. I have worked with infants through school age and multiples...
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Bolingbrook, IL

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$17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I'm 23 years old. I currently have my paraprofessional license, CPR/AED, and Mental Health certification. I am also a certified Behavioral Therapist. I have about 3 years of paid experience working with kids. I have about 1 year of experience working with children who have special needs. I am currently enrolled at College of...
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Crest Hill, IL

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hello!! I'm a flexible and reliable babysitter with 6 years of experience caring for kids of all ages, including those with special needs, babies and newborns. I love planning fun, educational activities that keep children engaged and happy. I'm CPR certified, fluent in Spanish, and speak some French. Safety, patience, and clear...
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Caregiver

Lemont, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
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...
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Lemont, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
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,...
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Plainfield, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
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...
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Cheerful Dependable College Student

Orland Park, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a positive, trustworthy and patient person who adores children. I am currently a school social worker and work with preschool aged kids and 4th and 5th grade students. I have quite a bit of experience with children. I have worked in my school as the social worker for two years working with students with special needs as...
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Orland Park, IL

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$16/hr
Hello, my name is Joanne. I'm 42 years old. I am married and I have two kids and 1 dog. I have a beautiful 13-year-old daughter and a 10-year-old son who is autistic. I have had many experiences in the medical field as well with pet care. In my past, I did much CNA work, which included also a position where I was the director of...
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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
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 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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Behavior Technician With Kids On Spectrum

Bolingbrook, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
hi there ! I can work with children and seniors with disability's and autism , I have a special place in my heart to help build relationships and help with everyday needs ! I have memory care and autism related therapy and assistance experience. I was a behavioral technician for kids under 12 with autism and related disorders...
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Mokena, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I work primarily with children with autism, I can also help with general mental disorders. I have a younger brother with high functioning autism, and am currently going to school to study cognitive behavior, school and clinical psychology.
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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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Plainfield, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
"Caring and compassionate special needs caregiver dedicated to providing personalized support and assistance. Experienced in creating a safe and nurturing environment for individuals with diverse needs. Committed to promoting independence and enhancing quality of life."
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Plainfield, IL

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
My name is Paige. I am a college student that loves to work with children. I have taken many child development classes and have also worked with special needs children at a school. I am CPR, First aid, AED certified for adults, child and infants. My goal is to give the children a safe and fun environment to be in.
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Joliet, IL

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$19/hr
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 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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Licensed CNA Caregiver

Joliet, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Dementia
hospice services
meal prep
errands
companionship
+ 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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I Love All Children!

Romeoville, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi ! I have worked with children for years . I have experience with Newborns, toddlers all the way to teen years. I am a mother to one Beautiful son from fertility that is 15 years of age ! I have experience with special needs as well, and still currently work with a family on call when they need me on weekends mostly ! I...
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New Lenox, IL

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$15/hr
Errands
meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
transportation
I am here to provide you with compassionate companion care and would be honored to support your loved one. I offer assistance with meal preparation, light housekeeping, and a variety of daily tasks to help ensure comfort and ease at home. I have experience working with individuals with dementia and special needs, and I bring...
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Clinical Experience Caring For Elderly

Plainfield, IL

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
mobility assistance
errands
companionship
+ 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...
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Joliet, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.71/hr as of May 2026

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

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