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Kelly C.

Manhattan, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I am a person who cares and has a heart, I currently donate and spend a lot of time trying to help project fire buddies.
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Fun Creator

Manhattan, IL

1.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a very loving, caring, friendly, and patient person. I have a few years of experience which includes: taking a child development and CPR course, babysitting small children and infants, helping out special needs children, and I even hosted birthday parties when I was a manager at McDonald's. With me, your child will...
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Manhattan, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I worked as a finance manager for 12 years before choosing to be a full time wife and mother for 23 years. To make learning fun, I volunteered as a Girl Scout leader (8 years), Sunday school teacher (5 years), room mom, soccer mom, dance mom, and little league softball mom. I am certified and volunteer (2015 - present) for...
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Mokena, IL

4.8(1)
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$23/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Nurturing children's growth is a genuine passion of mine. For nine years, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens and beyond. I am a patient and creative caregiver with a college degree. I enjoy playing board games, puzzles, and educational games that make learning fun! I am comfortable...

Care Member says "Bonnie has been watching our special needs daughter for several months. She is prompt and professional. Our daughter is always very excited when she...

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Love People

Mokena, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Bonnie and a Nanny and Caregiver. I love what I do, and I serve to the best of my ability. I've been working as a Nanny going on 3 years . I love working with kids. I try to connect with them one way through arts and crafts, park visits and libraries etc. . I enjoy building their character always with much...

Matthew L. says "Bonnie watches our adult daughter and we just love her. She is kind and dependable. Our daughter looks forward to seeing her"

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Reliable & Flexible, Experienced, Friendly Part Time Caregiver

New Lenox, IL

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hi! My name is Sarah! I am a reliable, flexible and fun-loving part time caregiver! I have experience babysitting newborns to pre-teens! I work full time as a school social worker. Given my full time job, I have experience with individuals with special needs. I would be interested in helping your family on a part time or...

Nuawana S. says "I have 4 kids 9months-7 years old. Sarah does a phenomenal job with each one. She plays with the kids, made cupcakes with the older kids, and leaves the...

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Nanny

New Lenox, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
I have nannied & babysat for several families over the years. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my reviews from the previous families. I am a US Veteran and homeschooling mom of 3 boys (7, 4 & 10-month-old). I look forward to hearing about your family and how I may be able to help.

marvin D. says "Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others."

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Full- Time Nanny Available !

New Lenox, IL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
I am a mother of three beautiful girls ! I also have four amazing grandchildren who spend a lot of time at my house. I had a daughter with special needs so I have a lot of experience with these types of children as well. I have been babysitting two amazing kids G and N for the last four years. I think of them as my own...

Kathy P. says "Sue is probably one of the most selfless individuals I know. She is a wonderful mother and grandmother. Sue worked in the education system as an Aid to...

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Experienced Nanny With 6+ Years Childcare Experience

Mokena, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
Hi! My name is Maggie and I'm finishing my senior year of college. I have experience babysitting/nannying for every age from infants to preteens, for over 6 years. I am understanding, energetic, and love keeping kids active and entertained. Additionally, I am happy to help with housework, laundry, or errands. I have experience...
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Part Time To Full Time Nanny/Caregiver Available

Elwood, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have a vast amount of experience ranging from providing nursing assistant care in a Pediatric Acute Unit and Peds ICU unit to working as a nanny for a high profile family in Germany. Because of my healthcare experience, I have worked with children of all ages and those who have special needs as well. I understand the need for...
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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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Trustworthy Childcare Provider Focused On Safety And Fun

Frankfort, IL

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$17/hr
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have several years of hands-on experience providing care for children of various ages, from infants to school-aged children. My responsibilities have included assisting with feeding, diaper changes, bathing, bedtime routines, homework help, and engaging in age-appropriate activities that support development and creativity. I...
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New Lenox, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
I have experienced caring for adults and children with different cognitive and physical disabilities. I have experience with autism, ADHD, bipolar disorder, down syndrome, and more.
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Full-Time Or Part-Time Nanny

Mokena, IL

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been caring for children since I was 14. I'm the oldest of 4 so taking care of kids has always come natural to me. Besides looking after my sisters and brother I have attained several nanny jobs over my 8 years of experience. I have nannied for children of all ages throughout the school years and for entire summers. I...
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Full Time Caregiver For Seniors Or Special Needs

Frankfort, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hello my name is Tricia, I am currently a live in caregiver I have been at this job for three and a half years. I love my job and I love my patient she has suffer a bad Brain Aneurysm and requires 24 hour care. I am looking for a full time job with no weekends. The only reason I am leaving is I no longer want to live outside my...
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Frankfort, IL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Hello, I'm a kind, reliable caregiver. I have been a full-time nanny for 8 years. I have several reviews on Care. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks, Jillian
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Caregiver:Adults ,Children Over 15 Yrs...

Joliet, IL

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$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
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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Responsible Specialized Funmaker

Frankfort, IL

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$25/hr
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'd describe my personality as patient, kind and creative. I like working with kids because they are fun and have lots of things to teach us. I'm looking for a job that is flexible. I started working with kids when I started babysitting at the age of 11! In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family, bake, read and...
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New Lenox, IL

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$20/hr
15 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a mother and experienced provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. As a mom myself I understand the importance of reliable care. 20+ years of caring for children of various ages and abilities. I'm comfortable caring for multiple children at a time. I am known to be calm and patient and I...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Mokena, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I love kids, so much so that I went to school for Early Childhood Special Education. I took the American Red Cross Babysitters Course over 15 years ago and have been babysitting and working in childcare centers and schools on and off since then. I have cared for children age 3 months to 12 years old, both boys and girls. I love...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.33/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 1.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Manhattan, IL are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Bonniejean M.

Bonnie has been watching our special needs daughter for several months. She is prompt and professional. Our daughter is always very...

- Care member

Bonniejean M.

Bonnie watches our adult daughter and we just love her. She is kind and dependable. Our daughter looks forward to seeing her

- Matthew L.

Sarah K.

I have 4 kids 9months-7 years old. Sarah does a phenomenal job with each one. She plays with the kids, made cupcakes with the older kids,...

- Nuawana S.

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