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Eileen M.

Special Needs Caregiver

Oak Lawn, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My experience with special needs came from a previous family that I nannied for. The young boy had ADHD and required medication, counseling and follow through on behavior modification techniques. Another experience was a young boy I tutored who had Down Syndrome. He was a high functioning little guy who was able to learn to read...
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Fun Sitter And Care Specialist.

Oak Lawn, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience
I like caring for people with special needs because of my passion and delight in seeing people happy through my efforts. One thing you should know about me is I am strong and hardworking. My skills include driving, cleaning and personal support.
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Part-time Caregiver, Oak Lawn

Oak Lawn, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have 15 years of experience in a health care setting. In Lithuania (where I came from) I worked in a hospital of mental diseases, as an attendant for 5 years. I was taking care of mentally ill patients, most of them were seniors. I am a compassionate, caring, patient and kind health care provider. I also organized and...
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Senior Professional Caregiver

Oak Lawn, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have got 18 years of experience in caregiving I am a very kind person polite, gentle, well mannered lady and looking to start the job as soon as possible. Nights shifts preferred. Second priority is day shift. Thank you
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Oak Lawn, IL

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$17/hr
I worked as a Paraprofessional for children with special needs and have learned alot through having my own child with developmental and speech delay. I understand not every person or situation is the same but some things that will always remain constant in me is having patience and showing kindness to every person.
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Oak Lawn, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
With over 10 years of hands-on experience, I specialize in working with children diagnosed with autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and a range of developmental and behavioral disorders. I am passionate about providing assistance and support with each child. My strong abilities are patience, consistency, and a deep understanding of...
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Oak Lawn, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Im a mother grow in my own 3 children . I have background in the midwife I have experience 20+ .. I have experience in special need experience in children and adults. Lead weakly assessments . Prepare fresh meals, introduce to new foods. Fostering independence and skills development. . Created educational learning and interest...
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Child Care Helper!

Oak Lawn, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a fun, caring, professional and helpful individual. I have worked in the education field for the last 5 years with children ages 3-6. I have experience with special needs (Autistic) children, and children ages 2-15. I am a paraprofessional during the day as my full time career and am looking for additional income on the...
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Oak Lawn, IL

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
travel
Nurturing a child's curiosity and watching them reach new milestones is my greatest professional joy. With 15 years of experience as a Special Education Assistant , I am deeply committed to fostering growth while providing reliable, calm support for your family. I am comfortable caring for up to five children, ranging from ages...
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Oak Lawn, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. My three years of experience have solidified my desire to positively impact young lives and support families. I hold a college degree and Early Childhood Education (ECE) training. I am also certified in First Aid Training and CPR Training. I am comfortable caring for one...
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Oak Lawn, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi all! I am a 24-year-old recent college graduate from the Ohio State University with a BA in psychology. I have been babysitting and part time nannied a couple times since I was 13 on the south side of Chicago. I have experience with all ages and am comfortable with pets and specials needs. I have worked as an ABA behavior...
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Oak Lawn, IL

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$20/hr
12 years experience
My passion for nurturing young minds ignited while volunteering in my son's kindergarten class but my experience began years earlier fueled by positive feedback from families. Having a child with special needs and caring for my disabled father, I'm prepared to provide you with peace of mind knowing your loved ones are in capable...
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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm 31 years old have worked in a hospital for over 5 years I also have cared for kids with special needs for about 5 years but in a hospital setting I am fluent in Spanish and English I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages . Due to the pandemic I stopped working in a hospital setting because I have twin sisters that...

Alexandrith B. says "I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a part of the...

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Berwyn, IL

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...
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Crestwood, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
18 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
Hello My name is Cyndy. I have 18+ years of caring for children, seniors. I do not mind light housekeeping or driving in immediate area. I have transportation w an excellent driving record. I have Great References. Have experience w diabetes, dementia, tbi special needs care and more. I am looking to fill my weekdays as I work...

Sara T. says "Cyndy is reliable, great with people, seniors, and children, kind, patient, honest, and really puts in 100% to what she enjoys doing!"

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Certified Caregiver

Chicago, IL

4.8(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi. I am dependable and love to have fun with kids. I love kids to be themselves and to enjoy life. I took care of a 56-year-old man who has Epilepsy. He has seizure attacks a lot of times and I make sure that he take his medication, meals, took him to his doctor appointments, shower, light housekeeping and laundry. Also, I...

Adrienne N. says "Kimberly is an incredible caregiver. She has been working for us for over two years and she has provided excellent care of our special needs daughter...

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Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
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This Is My Passion

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
dementia
personal care
I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...

Jasmine W. says "She's an angel. Caring and kind."

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Experienced Nanny Available

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
I have been working as a nanny since 1997, I have experience with different age group, and I worked with families in different part of Chicago-land, I am responsible, reliable, patient, and professional nanny, I have a great love and passion to work with children, I can play, read and engage the child into different activities...

Jeff H. says "Our 2 year old warmed up to Hakima immediately, and enjoys their time together every week. She currently comes over one morning a week, and has been...

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Funny, Creative, Active Sitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
travel
Dedicated assistance with your kids of all ages. Coming from a large family-with over 20 nieces and nephews, I have 25+ years of experience. Being active is my thing. I love helping kids to read, vocabulary, sentence structure, science projects etc. I tutor/homework the right way: getting a feel for how they learn & helping them...

Bonnie-jeanne G. says "Shannon was amazing! She spent a couple of afternoons with my daughter over a holiday weekend. My daughter is high functioning on the autistic...

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  • The average posted rate is $19.00/hr as of July 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Oak Lawn, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in Oak Lawn, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Miriam M.

I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a...

- Alexandrith B.

Cynthia V.

Cyndy is reliable, great with people, seniors, and children, kind, patient, honest, and really puts in 100% to what she enjoys doing!

- Sara T.

Kimberly R.

Kimberly is an incredible caregiver. She has been working for us for over two years and she has provided excellent care of our special needs...

- Adrienne N.

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