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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Northbrook, IL

The average rate is $19/hr as of April 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Northbrook, IL

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Connie B.


Niles, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have been in the social service field for over 20 years. I was also was a preschool teacher, but went back to my first love, working with people with disabilities. I worked in a residential home with girls with severe disabilities, then did respite care for a few years and loved it all. I was a job coach helping people with...

Recent review:

5.0
We have been so incredibly lucky to have Connie as part of our care team. She has been reliable, responsible, and very kind in the care of our son with autism. She is professional, knowledgeable, and keeps my...

Reviewed by Stacy C.

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Juliana R.


Wilmette, IL

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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My name is Juliana, I have been a caregiver for over 9 years. Especially Skills with Dementia , Alzheimer, Hoyer Lift, light housekeeping, Companionship, and Memory loss and many more. I am Reliable , dependable and honest. I am a caregiver because I enjoy helping others especially the elders. I will not be only a caregiver, I...

Recent review:

5.0
I broke my leg in three places and live alone. Juliana was wonderful to assist me while I was totally immobilized for four weeks with meals, groceries, pet care, personal care, running errands taking me to...

Reviewed by Deborah M.

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Vanessa S.


Skokie, IL

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Child Is A Happy Life

4.2

(5)

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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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Michelle R.


Mount Prospect, IL

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager / Early Childhood Educator / Newborn Care Specialist

5.0

(7)

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I am an experienced nanny, nanny house manager, educator and newborn care specialist. For more than 25 years, I have 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...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Michelle is a warm, caring educator. She has extensive knowledge of child growth and development. Michelle is creative, a problem solver, and team player. She truly loves working with children and...

Reviewed by Dottie D.

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Vicky W.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Summer Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I worked at Philip J Rock Center & School in Glen Ellyn it is school & home for children with both deaf & blind disabilities compiled with cerebral palsy & other learning disabilities. I was trained how to communicate with the children with a basic version of sign language & supervised children during activities & daily living...
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Elise C.


Des Plaines, IL

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi. My name is Elise. I currently work as an assistant teacher in Glenview. I work in a special ed classroom with children from kindergarten to 2nd grade. I have experience working one on one as well as in classroom with children with disabilities (autism, down syndrome, turner syndrome, developmental delay, etc).
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Jhan I.


Des Plaines, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Trustworthy

5.0

(2)

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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. a wife and a mother of two boys 27 years and 14 years lived in Chicago and suburbs for over 30 years I'm a licensed cosmetology. I work as a nany from age of 21 for a special need 30-year-old girl . And the then got my license and worked as hair...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I highly recommend Jhan. She is a wonderful, kind, caring human being with an outstanding work ethic, high career and family values.

Reviewed by Karl F.

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Nicoleta R.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

3.0

(2)

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I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
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Nicole G.


Evanston, IL

$23-39/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Direct Support Professional Available For Part Time To Full Time Position

4.8

(8)

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I have been working with individuals with special needs for over five years. I have majority of my experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum or have other intellectual disabilities and need behavioral support. I have worked with children from infants to toddlers to teens and also adults. I am CPR and first aide...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Nicole is amazing! She is very kind, patient, understanding and naturally intuitive. She is especially skilled in working with individuals with special needs. I trust her completely and would highly recommend...

Reviewed by Debby G.

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Bat W.


Deerfield, IL

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Passionate Companion And Care Provider.

5.0

(5)

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Well experienced with wealth of knowledge and passion assisting the elderly with their activities of daily living. I cared for my mom and mother-in-law during their illnesses, which lasted for a number of years, giving me an appreciation for the needs of senior population and people with special needs. Additionally, I worked...

Recent reviews:

5.0
To Whom it May Concern: I have known Batya for over three years. I have observed her interacting with elderly clients and their families. Within those parameters I have seen her handle the psychological...

Reviewed by Elisa T.

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Veronica D.


Mount Prospect, IL

$40/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy and am a licensed physical therapist. I presented my thesis on a pediatric case. I have over 9 years of care giving experience. I have watched over 10+ families. I have cared for 1-6 children at a time in a home setting and enjoyed every part of it! For several years I have been a...

Recent review:

5.0
Veronica is wonderful. She is so kind and energetic. My daughters loved having her as their sitter.

Reviewed by Laila H.

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Marilia M.


Evanston, IL

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Kind, Patient And Energetic Nanny.

5.0

(1)

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I am graduate em psychology and I have 2 years of experience taking care of children as an au pair, two boys who are currently 4 and 7 years old. But I also had experience working with children with special needs, from 2 to 14 years old, in a clinic in Brazil. I am currently seeking a position as a full-time, long-term nanny. I...

Recent review:

5.0
Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development.

Reviewed by Care member

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Lavinia B.


Wheeling, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

4.5

(2)

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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..

Recent reviews:

5.0
Lavinia is a treasure. She cared for my wife until she passed of Parkinson's and dementia on Memorial Day. My wife loved Lavinia. She cared for my wife for nearly two years and became "family." Lavinia...

Reviewed by Kendon B.

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Nicole G.


Evanston, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Who Wants Your Children To Have Fun And Be Critical Thinkers

4.8

(12)

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I have cared for children all my life from family to friends and have been caring for them professionally for the last 10 years. I care for children of all ages, with and without special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified, Direct Service person certified, Paraprofessional certified (teachers aide), sign language, and...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Nicole was an amazing sitter for my 4 year old son. She is so caring and kind. Her natural attitude and way of being is very calming for kids. I knew that my son was safe and cared for with her. She also knows...

Reviewed by Anna A.

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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$27/hr5 yrs exp

Kind And Patient Caregiver

5.0

(3)

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Hi, my name is Lara. When I was younger, my first job was working in an elderly home, and I've always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to caring for my own mother in my past, I have been working for a senior care agency this year as well as people from care. com. I am certified in CPR, First aid, CPI (from my...

Recent reviews:

5.0
She is thoughtful, considerate and concerning to our needs. She adapts well and it was such a pleasure finding someone who would work part time and doesn't have a long commute for a three hour job.

Reviewed by Kathleen C.

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Laimute B.


Lake Forest, IL

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

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

5.0

(1)

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Hello! Are you looking for a quality elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 19+ 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...

Recent review:

5.0
Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on, end-of-life care. We found Laima to be warm, kind hearted and...

Reviewed by Irene K.

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Colleen B.


Mount Prospect, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny And Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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Currently, I am a Professional Nanny for twin 2-year-old boys, and I love it! I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I was the neighborhood go to Babysitter. My experience is as a Nanny, Babysitter, Certified Elementary and Physical Education Teacher, Day Camp Director, Summer School Teacher, and...
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Nkhalo L.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

4.7

(6)

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I've nine years working with people with mental disabilities. Am working towards my LPN and am a certified nursing assistant as well as a phlebotomist.

Recent review:

3.0
She worked with us for about 3 months, did overnight care for our special needs son. We paid her what she asked, we spent a lot of time training her. She took off about once every 3 week. She did a good job...

Reviewed by Nasrullah K.

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Kylie S.


Arlington Heights, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Best Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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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...

Recent review:

5.0
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 evolving needs and circumstances. She was...

Reviewed by Nicole O.

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Michelle K.


Park Ridge, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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I have cared for children with discipline disorders, learning disorders, downs syndrome, and autism. I take time with children I work with, to learn how they respond and react to different ways of handling situations. I am energetic and caring. I hold a great deal of pride in the work I do.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Northbrook, IL

Connie B.

5.0

We have been so incredibly lucky to have Connie as part of our care team. She has been reliable, responsible, and very kind in the care of our son with autism. She is professional, knowledgeable, and keeps my son very busy. We could not ask for a better caregiver for our son! Highly recommended!

- Stacy C.

Juliana R.

5.0

I broke my leg in three places and live alone. Juliana was wonderful to assist me while I was totally immobilized for four weeks with meals, groceries, pet care, personal care, running errands taking me to doctors. She is fantastic and I highly recommend her

- Deborah M.

Michelle R.

5.0

Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job descriptions and she truly goes above and beyond for the families she works for. If you are looking for someone to love and care for your kids the way you do, you...

- Jacki R.

Jhan I.

5.0

Jhan was very engaged in helping care for your child. My child enjoyed her helping us. As with anyone helping with care-giving of your child, make sure you are very clear on what you expect, as well as do's and don't, as far as addressing it up front, and guidance towards that. She did a great...

- Maryam A.

Nicole G.

5.0

Nicole is amazing! She is very kind, patient, understanding and naturally intuitive. She is especially skilled in working with individuals with special needs. I trust her completely and would highly recommend her for any job!

- Debby G.

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