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Michelle R.

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an experienced nanny, early childhood educator, nanny house manager and newborn care specialist. I've dedicated my career to working with families and children in a variety of settings. My background extends beyond working in private homes of families and includes teaching and leadership roles in quality early childhood...

Jacki R. says "Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job descriptions and...

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Mature, Reliable, Responsible, Trustworthy And Experienced Female Caregiver

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Dementia
live-in home care
companionship
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
If your care needs require a mature, reliable, responsible, trustworthy and experienced female caregiver, then contact me. I've been fortunate enough to amass a wide range of direct-care experiences that include: bathing, dressing, eating assistance, diet management, medication management, spinal cord injury care, walking...

Madelene R. says "Amy watched our dad the last month before he passed. Amy was not only wonderful to our father but to us as well. She was a blessing to our family. Amy...

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Part Time Special Needs Care Giver

Mount Prospect, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
For the past 4 years I have worked with adults and kids with special needs. I worked for the transitions program for kids 18-22 through Glenbard school district. Worked with disabilities from Austin, Down syndrome, non verbal and schizophrenia. I am currently working with 6th graders with learning disabilities. My passion is...
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Responsible, Mature, And Experienced Special Needs Care Provider -- Children, Teens, And Adults

Mount Prospect, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My college degree was in Psychology -- that and my 16+ years of experience working with special populations has given me an extensive skill set. I've worked in formal special education settings, residential facilities, and private homes. I've worked with large classes and small groups, but I prefer one-on-one interactions.
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2 Teaching Degrees And Going For 3rd MA In Special Ed.

Mount Prospect, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Worked for Chicago Park District for 17 years with All children as an instructor and supervisor. Received my Undergrad from Northeastern in Elementary Ed. and PE along with an Endorsement in Language Arts, Professional Nanny and Babysitter for 8 years and currently babysit nights and weekends. Teacher, Substitute Teacher at...
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Nurse For Your Needs

Mount Prospect, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello. I used to be a nurse in my country, Poland and worked in the hospital for several years. I have experience(20 years)with many medical conditions and problems. Please, feel free to contact me, so we could discuss your situation. Thank you very much.
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Mount Prospect, IL

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$16/hr
It has been a common pattern for my family to work with individuals with disabilities. My mom, dad, grandma, and older sister all work with these individuals. I have not veered from that pattern. I have had a job with NWSRA (Northwest Special Recreation Association) for three years. I am currently 18 years old and a senior in...
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Mount Prospect, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I recently moved to Illinois from California and am looking to be a Nanny/Travel Nanny. I have 3 years of professional experience caring for children - outside of family and friends. I can also care for children with autism. I can help with light housekeeping, Travel, and Crafts.
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Mount Prospect, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
I have extensive experience working with children with diverse support needs through both nannying and my current role as a teacher's aide at a therapeutic behavioral health school. I work closely with children with autism (ASD), ADHD, emotional/behavioral disorders, developmental delays, sensory sensitivities, and other...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Mount Prospect, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have 4 years of experience with special needs. I worked for the transitions program at Glenbard North high school for almost 2 years. At that program I worked with non-verbal, autistic, down syndrome, schizophrenia and much more. I am currently a special education Para educator for 6th graders in U-46 with a learning...
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Babysitter With Experience Working With Children With Special Needs

Mount Prospect, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am a creative and energetic 21-year-old. I have experience working with children in many different settings. I have been a soccer coach and a soccer referee for several years. I am currently an inclusion aid for the park districts and a registered behavior technician (RBT). I work with and have...
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Hannah

Mount Prospect, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with laundry, travel, and errands. I have a lot of experience with ages 3-15 and special needs children. CPR certified and RBT certified.
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Mount Prospect, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
College student in St. Louis with extensive babysitting/nanny experience! I have had the lovely opportunity to nanny for the same family 4 summers in a row - watching their son grow up! I also have experience with children with special needs! I spent several days a week this past summer nannying for a family with two boys on...
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Professional Nanny And Babysitter

Mount Prospect, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Currently, I am a PE and Health Teacher, and I love it! I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I was the neighborhood go to Babysitter and Pied Piper for family and neighbors. My experience is as a Nanny, Babysitter, Certified Elementary and Physical Education and Health Teacher, Language Arts Teacher,...
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Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.

Marlee H. says "Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust...

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Nanny

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
In my history of being a nanny and a Special Education Teacher Assistant, I have always treated the children in my care as an extension of my own family. I worked as a full time nanny from 2012 to 2020 for several families. In that time period, there was a brief pause to nannying while I cared for my elderly mother in my home...

Erica F. says "We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well."

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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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Fun And Professional Nanny/babysitter With 8 Years Of Experience & A College Degree

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been lucky enough to work with many children ages ranging from 6 months to 13 years! I have a degree from Marquette University and am bilingual in English and Spanish. I have 8 years of paid experience and have had the opportunity to work with children ranging from 6 months to 13 years. Most recently I worked as a before...

Peter And Amy H. says "Elyse worked for us last year, and managed the after-school/evening chaos for my three children, ages 12, 9, and 6. She was always on time, drove...

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Experienced Care Giver

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Over the last 18 years, I have worked with adult and children who have developmental disabilities. This includes one on one settings, as well as group settings. My job is to ensure the safety and well being of all individuals with whom I work and care for. Additionally, I create programs to assist with community integration. I...

Care Member says "Karyn deserves more than 5 stars! She worked with our severely handicapped adult daughter who required feeding, diapering, showering and medications....

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of May 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Mount Prospect, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in Mount Prospect, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Michelle R.

Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job...

- Jacki R.

Amy M.

Amy watched our dad the last month before he passed. Amy was not only wonderful to our father but to us as well. She was a blessing to our...

- Madelene R.

Cashmear M.

Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I...

- Marlee H.

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