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5 years experience·
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I have over 10 years of experience in special ed. I was a teachers aide at kirk school in Palatine for 3 years. I have also been a private caregiver for an adult male with special needs and a. caregiver to a lovely little boy for over 3 years my most recent job was with a little boy with autism.
Care Member says "Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie always...
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6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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Hi Families! I am an Education Major at Mizzou and will be a senior in the fall. I can start immediately - days, nights, weekends, and with little notice. I have a reliable, safe SUV to drive your children. I enjoy kids of all ages and abilities.
I bring several years of experience being a nanny to a family with special needs....
Chris D. says "Great with children, very polite"
I have worked with many special need children. While in high school, I helped the special needs in homework and everyday basic activities. I also read with them and interacted with them. I created lots of bonds with them. Also, I have experience with autistic children as well. Not only have I worked with special needs but have...
Hi, my name is Kurt and I am currently a Special Education Teacher at an Elementary School in Glenview, Il. I recently graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in Special Education for students ages 3-22. I hold a Professional Educator License and have trainings on various curriculums. I have experience teaching...
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10 years experience
I personally have not had a one on one basis with a special needs child, but I have experience dealing with older people who have dementia, multiple sclerosis, and many other disadvantages. I currently am employed as a CNA but also have a couple of home health residents during the day for a couple of hours. I thoroughly enjoy...
I have a passion to make people feel happy , feel loved, and feel safe. I love working with kids and adults who have disabilities.
Previous experience includes: Working for NWSRA and Clearbrook! I worked an after school program with school aged children and a day program on weekends with adults.
I have some home care...
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I have 10+ years of experience caring for youth and teens with different abilities. I know I can take good care of your child. I've worked with kids, teens and adults on the Spectrum, as well as with Down Syndrome and other developmental and cognitive disabilities. My experience ranges from caregiving, to RBT, to being a Job...
Hello, my name is Christina. I have been a nanny for 8 years to a family I love. Two boys. One is on the autism spectrum. He is 8 now but I began caring for him when he was 6 months old. I have also cared for a 12-year-old boy after school who is on the spectrum. I've also been a Special Education Assistant and I'm the past have...
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I hope you are all well. Please allow me to tell you a bit about myself.
I was a special education teacher for about 26 years. I have knowledge working with infants up to seniors with special needs. I am familiar and have facilitated all of the items checked on my application.
I have experience tending to all...
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I'm a dedicated childcare professional with over 5 years of experience. Currently pursuing a degree in children's therapy at Walden University, I'm passionate about nurturing children's emotional, cognitive, and social development. I attend online school so I'm available long past summer!
I currently work as a Behavioral...
My name is Isabella and I'm an energetic and dedicated 21-year-old! I specialize in childcare for children 0-10, and those with special needs. I'm a current graduate student, and youth services librarian.
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light cleaning
craft assistance
Nurturing young minds is my passion! My two years of childcare experience, caring for children aged newborn to 11, have solidified my commitment to fostering a safe and stimulating environment. I am comfortable caring for up to three children. I believe in patience and creativity, encouraging development through outdoor play,...
Hello Families! My name is Heaven, and I'm finishing up my second year of college studying Early Childhood Education .
I've had the pleasure of working with many amazing families, caring for children ranging from 3 months to 9 years old. I also have experience with twins (ages 3 months to 6 years), as well as families of three...
My name is Marlena. I have over 13 years of experience caring for children from newborn to school age. For me it's not just a job and it shows as I am caring, nurturing and dedicated and parents and children love me.
My skills include working with special needs kids such as autism, speech and other developmental delays and...
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I have been a caregiver working in senior care and special Ed for several years . I worked at Kirk school for 4 years with special needs children and . I was a caregiver to a special needs boy for 4 years while doing senior care in the morning . I also worked with children years ago and have college courses in early childhood
Hi! My twin sister has Epilepsy Disorder and Cognitive Impairment. I myself am Autistic and have ADHD, HOWEVER I am managing well through medication and therapy. These personal experiences have made me very understanding and patient with people with similar disabilities.
I have my own car and love to drive. I also like to...
Hi my name is Iwona I'm certified nurse assistant I have 5 years experience as a CNA. I'm also studying for a nurse. I'm looking for part-time job 24 hr per week. If its one hour visit it will be 50$ per visit If its around palatine. I will help the patient with showering or transfers around house.
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10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I was a nanny for a new born and a toddler for a few years, when I was a very young adult. After that, I took some dental courses and became a dental assistant/surgical assistant. After years of experience in the dental field, I became a certified nursing assistant. I was a CNA/PCT for quite some time and then switched gears to...
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5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $18.61/hr as of May 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
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Special Needs Caregivers in Palatine, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Laurie B.
Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie...
- Care member
Megan P.
Great with children, very polite
- Chris D.
Kylie S.
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...
- Nicole O.
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