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60 special needs caregivers are listed in New Lenox, IL
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
Special needs caregivers in New Lenox, IL
Yanira N.
New Lenox, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother
5.0
(2)
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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
"Our family had the pleasure of employing Yanira as a full time nanny for our daughter. She did an amazing job and was truly an extension of our family. Yanira was always punctual, dependable and arrived daily...
Reviewed by Carrie J.
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I have worked in the field of Special Education since 1994. I have experience from Early Intervention Age to the geriatric population. Working with individuals with different abilities is my passion, I enjoy helping to allow whomever I work with to reach their fullest potential. I am a lifelong learner and always honing my...
Madison E.
New Lenox, IL
$20-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi, I'm Madison! I'm between jobs pursuing a career in public health. I have a degree from the university of Arizona and am hoping to go on to my masters program soon. I have been a care giver for many different people, all with their own uniqueness! The past jobs have taught me flexibility, time-management, patience and most...
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Hi! My name is Haley. I am a senior at the University of Iowa on the pre-med track. I also am minoring in Spanish. I have over 10 years of babysitting and nannying experience. I have worked with children from the ages of 5 months and children with special needs. I can provide many references! Looking forward to hopefully meeting...
Courtney F.
New Lenox, IL
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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 love to interact with kids and teach through play.
Abigail G.
New Lenox, IL
$15/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi parents, my name is Abbie ! I am 19 years old, I attend Loyola University Chicago where I am majoring in Special Education and a part of the softball team. I have lots of experience with kids, I have babysat many times and over the past 2 years worked in a special needs school! I am willing to do lots of activities with the...
Madison E.
New Lenox, IL
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, I'm Madison! I'm between jobs pursuing a career in public health. I have a degree from the university of Arizona and am hoping to go on to my masters program soon. I have babysat/nannied for many different families and many different children! The past jobs have taught me flexibility, time-management and most importantly,...
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Hey there! Licensed social worker, looking for part time night/weekend jobs.
I have over 10 years of babysitting & nannying experience with newborns-pre-teens. I also have 3 years experience as a Therapeutic Preschool Specialist providing group therapy for toddlers with trauma and/or behavioral reactions. Comfortable and...
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I have worked in both special needs, as well as in home care as a supervisor. I have three years of experience, and want the best for your loved ones!
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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...
5.0
"Lori is a godsend! She is very knowledgeable and extremely kind and gentle. She takes her job seriously and is committed to the person she is caring for. All in all, she is wonderful!!!"
Reviewed by Vicki A.
Wendy S.
Joliet, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs
5.0
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I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. Right now I am mainly a mom. But I am hoping to find someone needed a helping hand part time during later morning and till around 330 p.m. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.
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Hello, my name is Lori. I am a mother of 2 wonderful grown adults, and a grandmother of 5 beautiful grandchildren. Working with twins comes from caring for my twin grandchildren, as well as my great niece and nephew. I have been working with students whom have special needs at the high school level for the last 18 years. Before...
5.0
"Lori is a wonderful nanny, our family was lucky to find her through Care.com. She helped us over the last several months and made it a wonderful experience for the kids and us. She planned fun activities for...
Reviewed by Jayasri V.
5.0
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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.
5.0
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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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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.
5.0
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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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3.7
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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...
5.0
"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.
5.0
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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...
5.0
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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 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.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in New Lenox, IL
Yanira N.
5.0
Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others.
- marvin D.
Lori S.
5.0
Lori is a godsend! She is very knowledgeable and extremely kind and gentle. She takes her job seriously and is committed to the person she is caring for. All in all, she is wonderful!!!
- Vicki A.
Lori M.
5.0
Lori is a wonderful nanny, our family was lucky to find her through Care.com. She helped us over the last several months and made it a wonderful experience for the kids and us. She planned fun activities for them to do (keeping safety in mind due to COVID) - she is very creative and brought crafts...
- Jayasri V.
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.
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.
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