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Julie D.

Northbrook, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

meal prep

I am a mom with 17+ years of experience, I have two teenagers. Both opposite traits, one with special needs socially and emotionally and one that is an honors student and gymnast. I adore all infants and toddlers. Currently, I work for 2 families part time. I am available on Fridays and some weekends.

Care Member says "Julie worked for us for 6 months and she was fabulous with our 1 year old son. He would always get excited to see her. She did a great job teaching him...

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Felicia W.

Northbrook, IL

from: $14/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I'm a wonderful loving patient person I love helping others. I'm from a family of 10 with a strong Christian back ground I have year experience taking care of senior and children and adults with disabilities.

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Charina M.

Northbrook, IL

1.0(0)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience

I am a nursing care technician in a hospital working night shift, so I am available for short hour care visits. Experience wise, I've had a lot in this field of care service. Also have experience with Special Needs clients, Cerebral Palsy, etc..

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Megan H.

Megan-

Northbrook, IL

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

Hello! My name is Megan. I am an Elementary School teacher with a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education (Prek-2nd Grade) & a Special Education Teaching Endorsement. I currently teach in a blended Early Childhood classroom with both General Education & Special Education students. I love working with kids of all ages &...

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Klimentina G.

Loving Nanny

Northbrook, IL

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

light cleaning

Hello, I'm Tina I Love being with kids, as my experience as a babysitter and nanny is around 10 years, including 1 year with special needs child , 2 years taking care of 2 lovely boys , aged 1 and 6 , and newborn baby twins (premature) for an year. Currently I am a nanny of another pre beautiful twins (just turned 2 ) and after...

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Megan H.

Northbrook, IL

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Travel

craft assistance

meal prep

carpooling

light cleaning

+ 1 more

Hello! My name is Megan. I am 23 years old. I am a high school teacher with over 10 years of experience working with kids. love working with kids and I have babysat 12 families in my hometown. I have babysat toddlers, children, preteens and teenagers. I also have babysat children with special needs. I am known for being...

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Alexis T.

My Name Is Alexis, And I Love Working With Children!

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Craft assistance

Hi! I'm a 24-year-old special education paraprofessional in Evanston. I'll be finishing my Bachelor's at Northwestern over the summer. I have experience caring for children of all ages, and experience tutoring elementary school students in reading and math. In addition to working at Lincolnwood Elementary, I have 2 years...

Wendy D. says "Lexi is amazing! My kids (boys ages 10 and 6) loved every minute and ask all the time when she can come back! She took them on a scavenger hunt and...

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Laimute B.

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Meal prep

errands

light cleaning

dementia

home modification

+ 1 more

Hello! Are you looking for elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 20+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time, or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have excellent North Shore...

Irene K. says "Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on,...

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Cary W.

Vernon Hills, IL

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

4 years experience

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

light cleaning

carpooling

grocery shopping

+ 1 more

Hello! My name is Cary & I love working with children to create engaging experiences through an environment that fosters safety, creativity, curiosity, & kindsnes. I have incredibly strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality, maturity, a very high emotional intelligence, & an unmatched sense of integrity. Other...

Maianh P. says "- Cary is well loved and greatly appreciated at the Elementary School From my observation at school. She has an incredible rapport with the staff and...

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Susan K.

Seeking PT/FT Nanny .

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Light cleaning

travel

craft assistance

meal prep

I have been a professional child caregiver for over 12 yrs, having worked with 6 families. I've been caring for kids since I was a teenager & I've always considered it a passion. Although I spent the majority of my earlier career in corporate marketing, I feel I've found my true calling in protecting, teaching & nurturing young...

Care Member says "Out of all the child care professionals I've worked with over the years, Susan is a stand out. She is very communicative, responsive and extremely...

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Lavinia B.

LPN

Wheeling, IL

4.8(1)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Meal prep

dementia

hospice services

companionship

errands

+ 1 more

Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly and special need patients. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, administering medication and keep patients as active is possible..

Care Member says "Lavinia cared for both of my parents for six years. She is a total professional. Lavinia has great nursing skills, attends to her clients with an upbeat...

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Kylie S.

Best Babysitter

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Light cleaning

grocery shopping

meal prep

I have a lot of experience working with children! I have babysat many children and babies at once for years now and am very passionate about caring for them! I used to work for NWSRA last year which was working with special needs children. I also have tutored kids ages 6 and up! I have three brothers and over 30 first cousins...

Nicole O. says "We hired Kylie for the summer to take care of our infant son, she was beyond amazing! She always cared for him as part of the family and was flexible with...

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Colleen B.

Professional Nanny And Babysitter

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(0)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience

Travel

craft assistance

meal prep

carpooling

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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Lauren G.

Theraputic Nanny

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses. As a public school teacher of many...

Ann D. says "Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time...

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Kaitlyn A.

Rolling Meadows, IL

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

6 years experience·

Hired by 13 families in your area

Craft assistance

carpooling

swimming supervision

Hi! My name is Kaitlyn and I am 26 years old. I am a special education teacher but babysit on weeknights and weekends. I have had a passion for children since I was little and have had many babysitting jobs. I have an abundant amount of experiences working with kids who have special needs as well as infants. I am CPR and First...

Care Member says "Kaitlyn was great with my 9 year old son with adaptive needs! She was warm, friendly, and able to engage my child in play. She was communicative and...

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Larissa D.

Experienced And Helpful Caregiver Availiable

Arlington Heights, IL

4.8(1)

from: $21/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 9 families in your area

Meal prep

dementia

hospice services

companionship

errands

+ 1 more

Hello , my name is Lara and thank you for considering me for this position! My first job was at a senior care facility (in Arlington Hts.) and I have always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to personally caring for my own mother and others in the past, I have been professionally working as a senior caregiver for...

Ed A. says "Larissa cared for my disabled brother with kindness, compassion, and expertise. I would highly recommend her!"

Ana C.

Part- Time, Evenings Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)

from: $17/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

craft assistance

swimming supervision

Flight Attendant for American Airlines. I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I...

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Cashmear M.

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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Judith B.

Experienced Care Giver (Summer)

Deerfield, IL

4.0(1)

from: $15/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Swimming supervision

craft assistance

light cleaning

carpooling

grocery shopping

+ 1 more

I currently work full-time for a wonderful family that has an adorable 2. 5-year-old that I have been playing with for over 2 years; however, I am available for one-time appts and/or date-nights! I am raising two wonderful children and have been a homemaker/caregiver for 17 years. I believe all children can be successful...

Halley B. says "Judith, or 'Ms. Judy' as our daughter calls her, is so awesome! She proactively offered multiple references who shared glowing reviews about her. She...

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Alfredo R.

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)

from: $30/hr

4 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I am very interested in the opportunity to assist, I want to be a true companion on uplifting someone who needs care by listening to my clients first and provide comfort to their worries and fears. I took my medical board exams in order to practice medicine in United Sates. My medical degree is from Mexico where I have practiced...

Care Member says "The entire family was very pleased with Alfredo's professionalism. He always performed his duties with a smile and a pleasant attitude. He undertook...

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $21.50/hr as of June 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Northbrook, IL are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Julie D.

Julie worked for us for 6 months and she was fabulous with our 1 year old son. He would always get excited to see her. She did a great job...

- Care member

Alexis T.

Lexi is amazing! My kids (boys ages 10 and 6) loved every minute and ask all the time when she can come back! She took them on a scavenger...

- Wendy D.

Laimute B.

Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant...

- Irene K.

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