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Janiyah L.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Bonita H.

Dedicated And Compassionate Part-Time Caregiver Available

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi, I'm Bonita! I'm a warm, trauma-informed educator and caregiver with over 10 years of experience supporting children, teens, and adults. I specialize in autism, ADHD, trauma, and executive functioning. Whether I'm babysitting, tutoring, or mentoring, I use a calm, structured, and strengths-based approach to build trust and...

Crystal M. says "I called Bonita last minute and she showed right up. She was very patient and understanding with my daughter. She has a bright smile and brings...

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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
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Brittiney B.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I'm a 15+ yr reliable nanny. I have 10+ niblings and serve as a mentor for 6-17 yr olds. I'm skilled in providing attentive loving care for infants - adults. I create a warm, welcoming, inclusive, educational environment while facilitating fun, engaging activities! I love to learn, teach, explore, + have fun indoor/outdoor;...

Akua W. says "Loving demeanor towards everyone and especially children. Has lots of experience with small children and babies. Willing to ask questions when she's...

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Lydia M.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
Hello! I am a passionate childcare provider who has many years of experience in both professional and in-home childcare settings. I love working with kids because I enjoy encouraging their growth and development through play-based learning. I am passionate about supporting their social-emotional, cognitive, linguistic, and...

Care Member says "Lydia was a wonderful babysitter for us! She came every morning on time, she cleaned up after the kids, put them down for naps in the time frame I...

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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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Michael S.

Family Organization Assistance

Oak Brook, IL

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...

Leslie G. says "Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we...

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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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Rosaura C.

Full Time Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
ROSAURA Objective: Certified Nursing Assistant since 1998. Specialize in Dementia, Parkinson's, MS and Austism. Working homecare since 2015 Experience: A. B 02/21- Present Personal Support Worker Help around his apartment Errands, Walks M. H 09/2019-Present CNA Companionship, ADL, Groceries, Errands Custom Home...

Natalie S. says "Rosaura helped me with wound care after I had to have an emergency surgery. I had an abscess removed from my tail bone and had to have surgical packing...

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Kaitlin B.

Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have babysat for 5 years. I worked as a one on one companion with a child who has special needs for the past 3 years. I enjoy playing games with the kids and am very adaptable to meet schedule needs.

Ling L. says "Kaitlin is caring and creative with kids. I highly recommend her. "

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Cori F.

Darien, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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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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Hayley P.

About Me

Oak Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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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Tracy O.

Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Franklin Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked through DCFS in a foster home, with children ranging from 5 months to 15 years old. There were many different special needs involved. I worked there for 5 years. I enjoy this type of work because children are loving and sweet and teach us something new every day. The appreciation of life is greatly increased in...
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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
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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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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Branndi C.

Caregiver/Companion

Hillside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...

Care Member says "Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."

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Alesandra D.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
My name is Ali and I am currently a third year student in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Northwestern. I have had experience dealing with special needs for all ages and am hoping to purse a career in pediatric physical therapy upon graduation.

Lisa M. says "Ali was a true delight! I only wish she could have held me for a longer period of time. She was extremely dependable and reliable. She takes initiative...

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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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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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.00/hr as of December 2025

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

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

Janiyah L.

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

- Care member

Bonita H.

I called Bonita last minute and she showed right up. She was very patient and understanding with my daughter. She has a bright smile and...

- Crystal M.

Branndi C.

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...

- Care member

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