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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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Happy Child Is A Happy Life

Skokie, IL

4.2(0)
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$35/hr
10 years experience
Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified. Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...
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Full Time Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family. About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...

Margaret D. says "Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two...

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Skokie, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have been a Certified Home Health Professional for 8 years and a Nanny for 9 years and would love working in both fields when available . I help with light house keeping , feeding reading singing and prepare food according to parents diet ! I have experience taking care of special needs children I help them engage in every day...
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Fun, Responsible, Experienced

Lake Forest, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm a student at Lake Forest College and I am on the pre-med track to become a doctor. I have experience working with kids as well as various ages of students with special needs! Being a special needs student peer has been an amazing experience! I have also coached preschool and elementary level soccer programs. I enjoy...
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Wilmette, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I currently work for an active family in Lincoln Park with 3 Boys afterschool pickup for last 2 years. I also do errands, laundry, and lots of sporting events. Last summer a worked with a family and their 3-year-old with special needs. Lots of summer activities. I also babysit/child care contracts for Bliss, a nanny service with...
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Child Care

Skokie, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I currently work at a clinic in for kids with Autism. I have been in the field for 4 years and have a lot of experience with special needs kids. I am energetic, caring, and great at multitasking. I can cook and speak fluent Spanish. I am able to adapt to any setting and situation and am quick on my feet!
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Fun, Patient, And Reliable Babysitter!

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Zoe and I live in Edison Park. I've been babysitting/nannying for the past six years. A little bit about me is that I'm an animal lover, love doing crafts, listening to music, doing fun activities, baking / trying new recipes, and reading. I have also worked with special needs children and grew up with a...
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Nurturing And Kind

Deerfield, IL

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$25/hr
12 years experience
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello everyone! I am currently 26 years old. I have 12 years of experience. I have been a nanny, babysitter, camp counselor, site director, program director. I am in school to be a social worker. I have experience working with all kinds of special needs as a I was a program director for a special needs program. I am CPR...
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Arlington Heights, IL

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hello, my name is Antonia I'm 58 years old I'm a mother of 3 kids and have 3 grandchildren. My current jobs are special needs school bus driver ( part time), and hairdresser. I have experience with babysitting my own grandchildren as of raising my kids as a single mother. I have a clean background, I speak Italian Swiss and...
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Mister

Vernon Hills, IL

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$19/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is David. A father of two teens. A college graduate with about 20 years experience in the Health Care Industry particularly concentrated with Senior Health. I am a compassionate hardworking person with a soft heart for people with disabilities. Caring for your loved ones can be stressful and daunting. I can be of...
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Supporting You

Wheeling, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hello my name is Niaja, I am passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others. Making your life easier is always the goal. I am dedicated to making a positive impact in people's lives. I love providing support to others around me and hopefully I can include that in your lives. I have worked in the hospital for...
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Responsable And Loving Sitter For Your Kids

Highwood, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi my name is Veronica I'm Loving, patient, and reliable nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. Skilled in providing consistent after-school care, emotional support, and safe, engaging routines that promote healthy development. Experienced in driving children...
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Registered Nurse

Evanston, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am Registered Nurse and hold a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. I am a practicing RN in Labor and Delivery and have experience in obstetrics, pediatrics and geriatrics; but I am passionate about all populations in-between. I am a mom of 4 beautiful kids, one with special needs (SMA). I believe in holistic care - taking in...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My name is Ewa. I am a non-smoking nanny with 16 years of experience caring for children. I have proven to be a dependable, energetic, responsible and creative caregiver. I have worked as a nanny since 1999 with families with one to three children. I was caring for boys and girls from newborns to age 14. I am comfortable around...
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Morton Grove, IL

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
For two decades, I've embraced the joy of nurturing young minds and supporting families as a School Nurse. My passion stems from seeing children learn and grow. Working as a school nurse has solidified my desire to provide reliable care. I have also worked with special needs children over the last 20 years. I hold a bachelors...
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Arlington Heights, IL

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$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Rebecca and I am an experienced nanny with over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages, including newborns, children with special needs, and multiple children simultaneously. I am a confident and safe driver and can assist with school drop-offs, appointments, and activities. I am passionate about engaging...
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Arlington Heights, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
mobility assistance
dementia
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
About Me: Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with extensive experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs in both hospital and private home environments. I bring a strong background in health management and elder care, with a deep commitment to maintaining clients' dignity, comfort, and...
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Fun-loving, Calm, Artsy Professional

Skokie, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a loving, calm, well seasoned caregiver. I have been caring for children 27+ years. I am a homemaker/mother of 4 who is returning to work now that my own children are school-aged. I have a flawless record of excellence in childcare. I have cared for children ages newborn to 16 years. Some with special needs whom I...
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Caring For Many Disabilities !

Winnetka, IL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I have cared for those on the spectrum, with ADHD, seizures, as well as other special needs. Thank you !
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  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of February 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.0

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