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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mokena, IL
The average rate is $20/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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My personality: Joyful and outgoing. I'm a nurturer, caring and compassionate and patient. Great with kids! I love working as a Nanny. This is very rewarding for me. I help children build social skills and character as well.
I like working with kids because kids rock! They are unique! Each and every one of them and they matter....
5.0
"Our two girls had so much fun with her! She is so bubbly and friendly that are toddlers easily warmed up to her. She is punctual, respectful, and goes with the flow- she cleans up after herself and after our...
Reviewed by Lindsey F.
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I have 7 years of experience working with various age groups within the Special Education population. I am looking for a position for the month of July to the end of July. After that I will no longer be available due to starting teaching for students with multiple disabilities at the high school level. Please email me with more...
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Hi, my name is Bonnie and I serve ministry in church for autistic teens and adults. I also volunteer at Navarro Farms where this is a special farm for teaching special need adults how to farm and grow vegetation. It's a wonderful place. Also worked after school care at Ivy League Montessori and other school classes. I love kids....
Xiya A.
Mokena, IL
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
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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.
Erica L.
Mokena, IL
$20-30/hr
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I have some experience with autism. My first nanny job I cared for a 3-year-old autistic child. My now 3-year-old twin daughter was diagnosed with autism, asthma, and tree nut allergies.
Patrick S.
Mokena, IL
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Young & Experienced Professional Looking For Part-Time Work
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Current graduate student in the field of school psychology with 6 years of experience in special ed.
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My availability is July 1st to July 31st. I have 7 years of experience working as a paraprofessional for various age groups for children with special needs. I have worked with children between the ages of 5-22. I have a special education BA and my passion is working with students with multiple disabilities. I do have experience...
Patrick S.
Mokena, IL
$25-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
Seeking Regular Part-Time Work Monday-Thursday During Evenings!
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I am a 25-year-old graduate student living in Chicago. I have 6 years of experience working with children and adolescents with moderate to severe special needs, primarily in the school and recreational setting. I am currently in the final year of my Master's program studying school psychology, so I am also well versed in...
Hadeel T.
Mokena, IL
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I like working with kids because I am the second oldest out of 5 siblings so I had a lot of responsibilities when I was younger til now. I love playing with kids and building a connection with them. I had two special needs cousins and I just always knew that taking care of kids was something I enjoyed
I'm looking for a job that...
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15+ years babysitting experience; 8+ years Nannying experience; 10+ years tutoring experience for ages 3-26 years old; and 15+ years of pet care experience.
As a nanny, I have provided the following services to families: getting kids ready for school (baths, clothes, preparing backpacks with schoolwork, and lunches), school...
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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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Hello there! My name is Camille and I am a Registered Nurse & graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I am Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certified and currently am working night shift in the Intensive Care Unit.
I am a reliable, dependent and trustworthy caretaker who believes kindness is of the utmost...
5.0
"Camille is fantastic and our son loves when she comes over!"
Reviewed by Katy E.
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Hi there! I am 34 years old & have over 20 years of nanny & babysitting experience, ages ranging from 6 weeks and up! I have 11 years of experience with individuals of all ages with various special needs. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology & Human Development, a year & a half of Child Counseling Masters level experience,...
5.0
"Emily is energetic and enthusiastic about child care. She showed up right on time for the interview. My 2 year old son hasn't had child care since March 2020, so I expected reluctance from him. But he took...
Reviewed by Alycia B.
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I have been working as a Special Education Teacher for the past 9 years in Chicago Public Schools. I have worked in the blended preschool program at my school for the past 7 years. I have experience babysitting for all ages, as well as special needs children. I have my Masters in Education as well as my undergrad.
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Hi there! My name is Morgan, I have around 6 years of experience. I can help with anything around the house, including cooking, light housework (willing to negotiate if more help is needed), keeping kids occupied and entertained, and running errands if needed. I currently work as a house manager/nanny for a family in Darien with...
5.0
"Need a five-star sitter? Morgan is outstanding. She engaged with my two boys from the start, and they really liked her. She was early for her assignment, and went above and beyond to make sure things were...
Reviewed by Jeremy L.
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Hi! My name is Dani, and I am a school social worker at an elementary school. I am a licensed social worker with several years of experience working with kids, especially children and adults with special needs such as Autism. My previous job was as a behavior clinician- no tantrum is too big for me to handle!
I have 4 younger...
5.0
"Dani is Amazing! She did everything we asked and more. Our kids loved her and they said she was the best babysitter they have ever had! "
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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...
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"Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our schedules didn't sync (my schedules was a little complex, no...
Reviewed by Kimberly C.
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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...
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Hi there! I am 34 years old & have over 20 years of nanny & babysitting experience, ages ranging from 6 weeks and up! I have 11 years of experience with individuals of all ages with various special needs. I have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology & Human Development, a year & a half of Child Counseling Masters level experience,...
5.0
"We are so lucky to have found Emily! Our daughter clicked with her right from the start! She's so sweet and asked all the appropriate questions! We are super grateful to have her watch or daughter!"
Reviewed by Breann W.
Yanira N.
New Lenox, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother
5.0
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I have nannied & babysat for several families. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my review from the previous family I nannied for. I am also a US Veteran and mother of two boys (4yrs & 19-month-old).
5.0
"Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others."
Reviewed by marvin D.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mokena, IL
Bonniejean M.
5.0
Our two girls had so much fun with her! She is so bubbly and friendly that are toddlers easily warmed up to her. She is punctual, respectful, and goes with the flow- she cleans up after herself and after our date night ran a little late. She was not bothered that we came home a little bit after our...
- Lindsey F.
Camille A.
5.0
Camile was extremely helpful and went above and beyond what was needed at times. My 3 kids loved when she came and my youngest would always ask if camile was here. Would definitely hire again and hopefully once things get settled we will be able to.
- Joanne D.
Emily R.
5.0
Emily is energetic and enthusiastic about child care. She showed up right on time for the interview. My 2 year old son hasn't had child care since March 2020, so I expected reluctance from him. But he took right to her, handing her every toy he had. She engaged with my son, played with him, asked...
- Alycia B.
Morgan S.
5.0
Need a five-star sitter? Morgan is outstanding. She engaged with my two boys from the start, and they really liked her. She was early for her assignment, and went above and beyond to make sure things were good.
- Jeremy L.
Danielle H.
5.0
Dani is Amazing! She did everything we asked and more. Our kids loved her and they said she was the best babysitter they have ever had!
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Ratings for Mokena, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Mokena, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.