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- $22/hr
9 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
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Hello, my name is Michelle and I am 28 years old. Below is a few things about myself!
- 9+ years experience in the ECE Field
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certified
- Fully Vaccinated
- Non Smoker
- Clean Driving Record
- Infant/Toddler CDA
- Experience working with twins, children with special needs & sibling groups
- In addition...
Care Member says "Michelle was an amazing nanny to my little girl. She was nurturing, educational, structured and also incorporated our preferences. She’s extremely...
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- $15/hr
I am knowledgeable in vital taking, med reminder, bathing, feeding, light house keeping, errands, Non smoker w drivers license & insurance. Punctual & honest.
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- $20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am looking to help people care for their children while they are working. I am a mother of 3 grown children and I have been working with students with special needs for about 7 years. I have a big family and love being the fun aunt to my young nieces and nephews. We love to do crafts, go to the zoo, swim, plays games,...
Angela K. says "Janice has been with us for almost a year. She watches my 1 year old since he was a newborn while I went to work as a nurse. She is very flexible and...
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- $17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
I love children. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy working with them very much. I have been and am...
Catearina C. says "Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is great with him...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide
include but are not limited to...
I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
Errands
live-in home care
transportation
meal prep
I'm a trusting & reliable sitting who's currently registered to start college fall
'25 in the Early childhood education field. I currently work as an inclusion aide / special recreation leader working with Special needs Children / adults of ALL ages! Currently Working on getting my RBT certification. So my experience with...
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
I'm a trusting & reliable sitter who's currently registered to start college fall
'25 in the Early childhood education field. I currently work as an inclusion aide / special recreation leader working with Special needs Children / adults of ALL ages! Currently Working on getting my RBT certification. So my experience with special...
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I have 20+ years of foster care experience. I have 4 children, 31, 28, 20 and 19. I have worked with special needs and Autistic children. I am also Montessori trained. I would like to care for your child part time in my home, perhaps sharing time with a grandparent. School teachers preferred! Let's talk.
Hi, my name is Riley and I love being around, taking care of, and interacting with kids! I am a 19-year-old college student and women's basketball player at Purdue Northwest. Along with basketball, I love all kinds of sports. I've had a lot of experience with kids growing up considering my mom is a speech therapist who deals...
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. Hi my name is Lauren! I am 23 years old. I have more then 10 years of babysitting, I nanny when I'm not in school too, currently I'm a runner and swimmer, I am as swim instructor at lock port park district I also work at the before and after care for...
I'd describe my personality as silly and creative yet serious when need to be.
I like working with kids because they make me happy. They are hilarious, imaginative, honest, silly. I really couldn't imagine doing anything else!
I'm looking for a job that makes me happy and that allows me to help children.
I started working...
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- $16/hr
Available to help your loved one with special needs, get the better care they need , message me and let's discuss, I'm available
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- $15/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Briana and I am a certified teacher with four years of experience with children and individuals with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, etc. I received my bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with an emphasis in family social services from Northern Illinois...
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- $18/hr
Transportation
dementia
errands
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have four years of experience in baby sitting and care taking. I am experienced in working with individuals with special needs as well as mental, physical, intellectual, and developmental challenges. I graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2022 and received my bachelor's...
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I have an 8-year-old son who keeps me on my toes and shows me more and more of what I am capable of. I have worked in child care for about 4 years and provided care to adults with special needs as well as the elderly. I feel that my experiences have prepared me for anything that comes my way. Children can be a mystery and as...
I found my passion in working with the special needs population when I was 17 years old. Since then, I have worked with many abilities and ages in a variety of settings-everything from school, home, and recreation. I have experience working with autism and down syndrome individuals as well. I have spent a lot of time...
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- $15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Makiya and I have over 4-years of hands-on childcare experience. I began working in daycares at the age of 16, and since then, caring for children has become more than just a job - it's my passion. I have experience working with children of all ages and backgrounds, including those with special needs. I...
Swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
As a caregiver with two years of experience, I am passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option that allows parents peace of mind. My friendly and approachable demeanor puts children at ease, and I take pride in ensuring open communication with parents about their child's day.
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I have worked in child care for about 3 years now. I'm very passionate about working with children. I have worked with mostly every age group. I'm bilingual. I'm very passionate about encouraging children to develop socially, emotionally and intellectually.
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $18.50/hr as of November 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Park Forest, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Park Forest, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Michelle N.
Michelle was an amazing nanny to my little girl. She was nurturing, educational, structured and also incorporated our preferences. She’s...
- Care member
Janice B.
Janice has been with us for almost a year. She watches my 1 year old since he was a newborn while I went to work as a nurse. She is very...
- Angela K.
Jasmine M.
Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is...
- Catearina C.
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