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Experienced Nanny Available

Palos Hills, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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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Palos Hills, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Hi, my name is Helena. I am very patient, caring, and have experience with caring for persons with the elderly as well as dementia/ Alzheimer's Disease, Diabetes, Hospice Care, Multiple Sclerosis, Orthopedic Care, Parkinson's , Post Surgery Recovery, Skin Disorders, Stroke, Bathing, Dressing, Grooming, Companionship, Light...
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Palos Hills, IL

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$14/hr
Dementia
home modification
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, sympathetic, and gregarious. I like caring for seniors because it's what I'm use to, helping people when they aren't able to help themselves I'm looking for a job that requires my help. I started caring for seniors when since I was about 12 taking care of my grandpa. In my spare...
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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Janiyah, and I am the owner of Crafty Kids Care Childcare Services. I am a 20-year-old live-out nanny with over three years of experience in babysitting and nannying, as well as a part-time preschool daycare teacher. I am also a student in early childhood education My background includes working with families,...

Care Member says "She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!"

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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hi there! I'm Evelyn- I love kids and can say with confidence that caretaking is what I'm best at. The way I care for children reflects the way I was raised; with empathy and respect. I'd like to say I've been babysitting since I was 10, as I helped my mother raise my 2 younger sisters, but I've officially babysat and nannied...

Ximena O. says "She is awesome with my son. He gets excited when I tell him she will be coming. I love her dependability, attention to homework assignments,...

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Interactive Nanny

Orland Park, IL

3.7(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi my name is Magdalena I am 26 years old. I am bilingual and can speak English and Polish. I attended University of Illinois at Chicago where I majored in Psychology and also minored in Polish. I graduated from there in 2016. Currently I am getting my masters through an online program at Liberty University. I love working with...

Kimberly C. says "Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our...

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Experienced Senior Caregiver Available Full-Time

Homer Glen, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
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Lemont, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Experienced caregiver for children, elderly, and pets - patient, reliable, and nurturing. Hi, I'm Therese! I have 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, elderly adults, and pets. I'm calm, compassionate, and highly dependable. Experience includes: • Special needs care (nonverbal autism, ADHD, sensory needs,...

Katrina J. says "We hired Terry to watch our two Doberman's while we were out of town for a week. She was amazing and took great care of them! We loved that she kept us...

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Crestwood, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
18 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

Willowbrook, IL

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience
Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....

Care Member says "Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management ,...

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Caring Provider And Companion.

Lyons, IL

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$14/hr
5 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
I was raised by a special needs woman and learned to love caring for others from there. At 16 I started caring for special needs children, and eventually this led me to working with the older community. I have 5 years of special needs adult care aged 48-89 or so. Bathing, meal prep, doctors appts, errand running. Companionship.
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Darien, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Personal care
respite care
My passion is helping and taking care or people (children and adults). I enjoy putting a smile on someone's face. I am friendly, efficient, organized, and responsible. I have volunteered at senior centers in the past. I have worked with special needs children and handicap individuals.
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Child Care Helper!

Oak Lawn, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
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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Part-Time Baby Sitter Or Nanny

Orland Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, My Name is Samantha. I am a Special Education Paraprofessional in New Lenox D122! I have over 10 years experience in child care and a ficus on child development. I work with all special needs population and average children as well. I have a Bachelors in Child Psychology and will be starting a master certification 2023...
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Love, Kindness And Respect

Palos Heights, IL

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$20/hr
11 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Experienced Childcare Provider. Punctual Reliable Trustworthy I like working with kids because I believe I can assist with helping the next generation become kind and caring individuals. I'm looking for a job that has a family that I can leave a positive impact upon. I started working with kids when I was in...
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Homer Glen, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Weronika I'm currently a nursing student at Lewis University and a CNA. I'm available Tuesdays and Fridays. I'm fluent in English and Polish and have been babysitting since I was 15. I've cared for children ranging from 4 months to 12 years old, including twins, those with special needs and different medical...
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Chicago, IL

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hey, so I was working as a teacher's assistant for a special needs classroom. I specifically worked with two children throughout the day. One of them had autism and the other had behavioral problems. However, that did not stop me. I was attentive to each and met their individual needs. I ended up losing my position once the...
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Western Springs, IL

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$23/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 family in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Claire and I'm an experienced and reiliable nanny. I have experience working with children of all ages and children with special needs. In addition to engaging the children in fun, age appropriate activities, I'm happy to help with homework, meal prep, light house keeping, and transportation to activities.
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Cecilia and I am a current pre-med student at the University of Illinois at Chicago studying Public Health and Spanish. I love working with kids, during high school I tutored middle schoolers in STEM and Arts. I also have extensive knowledge caring for individuals with special needs as I have an older sibling...
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Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi Families & little friends! My name is Amanda and I live and work in the Clearing area of Chicago. I have been working as a Library Technician and Teachers Aide since 2019 for a Kindergarten through 8th grade school. Prior, I was a stay at home Mom for 8 years. Caring for my 29 week premature BEAUTIFUL twin daughters. Both of...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of November 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Palos Hills, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in Palos Hills, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Hakima H.

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...

- Jeff H.

Janiyah L.

She was so kind, My girls loved her! they still ask about her until this day!

- Care member

Evelyn U.

She is awesome with my son. He gets excited when I tell him she will be coming. I love her dependability, attention to homework...

- Ximena O.

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