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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been working with special needs children and adults for over 25 years. I taught drama to developmentally disabled adults and taught or tutored most school subjects to elementary, teen, and adult learners in classrooms, homes, non-profits, and tutoring centers. I have earned masters degrees in middle-secondary education and...
Jennifer W. says "Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We...
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
Actively looking for a part-time nanny or tutor position. Establishing trust with whomever is watching your child is key and very important to me. I've created such wonderful relationships with all the families I've worked with. I have experience with toddlers up to teens. I also have my Bachelors in English and Psychology. I...
Paul M. says "If you communicate your expectations, Cassie will follow up and meet them. She is currently a nanny for our family in the afternoon. We like her. "
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Available for respite care, weekend, overnights. I have been a licensed IL foster parent and have worked with 2 children that suffered from Fetal Alcohol syndrome and another who has ADHD as well as depression/anxiety. I have worked at an institution where I gained experience with immobile children, Batten disease, Charge...
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- $18/hr
As a dedicated nursing student and certified nursing assistant (CNA), I have a strong background in supporting individuals with special needs. Over the past three years, I've worked at a pediatric therapy clinic and a specialized camp for children with disabilities, gaining hands-on experience with a range of developmental and...
Experienced Pediatric PT Who Specializes In Proving Childcare To Individuals With Special Needs
Oak Park, IL
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- $35/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
I am a pediatric physical therapist who works extra shifts as a childcare provider, specifically for children with medical or neuro developmental needs. I do not provide PT services whilst caring for your child. I can provide massage, feeding, bathing, positioning, toileting, and complete home exercise programs that have been...
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Loving, active and responsible childcare professional. I have over 6 years experience working with children from 0-12, including children with special needs. I truly love caring children and helping their families. My childcare services are centered around exploration and education. I look forward to speaking with your family...
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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Hi I am Violet! I am currently a nursing student at Saint Mary's College. In the fall I will be a junior, and am CPR certified as well. I have around 5 years of childcare experience, and my own car!
I babysit for two families while in college. Each have four children from ages 1 to 13. I do dinner and bedtime, take them to...
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carpooling
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light cleaning
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I am an experienced childcare provider with a wide range of skills specializing in newborn and toddler care. I have worked with children of all ages for over a decade and pride myself in my intentional, empathetic, and patient approach. I have experience with preemies, multiples, and children with special needs (autism, ADHD,...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
I have been caring for children as a teacher for over 25 years. I have worked with pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, elementary, junior, high school, and college students, including children with special needs. I have a joyful, creative, enthusiastic personality, am firm when necessary for children, and love to read and play with...
Meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
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light cleaning
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I'm a cheerful, lovely, proactive and passionate childcare provider with +5years of exp caring for children. My friendly and approachable personality makes me a favorite among the kids I care for. First Aid + CPR certified. Willing to help with children, house & pets (pet friendly).
More about my experience... from babies to...
Hello! My name is Isabelle and I have experience in childcare and adult caretaking services.
I have worked in a daycare, as a nanny, and as a certified nursing assistant in an assisted living facility and memory care facility. I have experience with children from 3 months to high school, including those with special needs. In...
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I'm a nanny with 4 years experience looking for an childcare job. I've experience with all age kids and special needs kids.
Dena E. says "Gabe has always been on time. She is excellent with both my kids that are 2 years old and 9 month old. She's been with my 9 month old since she was an...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
I'm Venezuelan with 3, 5 years of nanny and house manager experience. I took care of 5 months to 8 years old children, also have experience with special needs kids, and CPR certified.
Currently Spanish/English teacher for kids, teenagers and adults.
Care Member says "Wonderful nanny our kids who still miss her very much. She was on time, never missed a day of work, flexible with our schedules. Also helped around...
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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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...
Maryam A. says "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...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
I began babysitting at the age of 11 yrs old. I am now 27. I currently work at Advocate Aurora Health as a Medical Assistant. I have always expressed interest in the medical field. I want to go in to Nursing and Esthetics. I am looking for something temporary to help save money up to pay for school. Open to babysitting,...
Sarah B. says "Anais is so warm, kind and gentle. She is the epitome of helpfulness. She helps my son get ready to go when it comes time for pick up - when my son is with...
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...
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...
Care Member says "Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi,
My name is Marisol, and I am a mother of a 16-year-old son . I am passionate about caring for children and helping people. I have over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to school-aged children, and children with special needs.
I am bilingual (Spanish) and reliable. I am nurturing and...
Alana G. says "As a first time mom, I was nervous about who I could trust to care for my daughter. When our daughter is in Marisol's care, I know for a fact that she is...
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Chicago, IL
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- $40/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I am a fun, thoughtful, reliable and hardworking woman who knows her way around the City. My childcare background includes babysitting, working in a Nanny share and two years as an individual aide for Special Needs students in elementary school. I recently left the corporate world and am going back to where my heart is working...
Care Member says "Our family was so fortunate to have found Jenny as my son's first nanny. She worked with us full-time for almost 18 months and continues to be a key...
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Travel
I have been nanny and a baby-child sitter for more than 20 years. I worked for public schools for 10 years. Playing outside. Helping/teaching children to write or do some homework is fine with me. I have also worked with all sorts of "special needs and children with disabilities". The families I have worked with have children...
Jonathan A. says "Erika was able to come on short notice and help with an apartment deep cleaning. Punctual, great eye for detail, and super friendly!"
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of July 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Oak Park, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Oak Park, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Todd M.
Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work...
- Jennifer W.
Cassie S.
If you communicate your expectations, Cassie will follow up and meet them. She is currently a nanny for our family in the afternoon. We like...
- Paul M.
Gabriella C.
Gabe has always been on time. She is excellent with both my kids that are 2 years old and 9 month old. She's been with my 9 month old since...
- Dena E.
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