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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Park Ridge, IL
The average rate is $19/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Park Ridge, IL
Selena O.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, May Name Is Selena, I Am A Passionate And Dedicated Person.
5.0
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Hi! How are you?
I am Selena O, current Nursing student (Night hybrid program)
I have Over 5 years of experience as a nanny. I love to play with different strategies of pedagogy for a good development of body and Brain. I could make your children comfortable while I am with them. Can take them to parks, museum and other...
5.0
"Selena is great! She babysat our baby girl today. She played with her , fed her and helped cleaning her bottles and she took beautiful pictures !! Totally recommend her :)"
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I've worked as a full-time nanny for over seven years. I love my job and am hoping to find more families to help!
I have experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. This includes experience with children with special needs. I have also completed my newborn care specialist certificate and am CPR/First AID...
5.0
"Very sweet and cared for my children as if they were her own. "
Reviewed by Amanda C.
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Hello! My name is Tara, and I am new to the Chicago area, recently moved from Ohio. I am a licensed/certified PA (physician assistant) and awaiting the start of my job early December. Prior to PA school, I babysat since as far back as I can remember- experience with all ages including infants, several children, special needs,...
5.0
"Ms. C. has great bed side manor, listens to her patients, and truly cares about helping her them."
Reviewed by David V.
5.0
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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...
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"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 have enlisted Mr. M. to work with our children M-F from 3pm-...
Reviewed by Jennifer W.
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Hello! Nice to meet you.
My name is Karla and I am a senior in University and emerging teacher with license in K-12th grades. As a nanny I have experience working with different ages; infants, toddles, etc. I've worked in different daycares as a teacher assistant and different families from all backgrounds, including children...
5.0
"Karla is amazing- gentle, kind, dependable, and safe."
Reviewed by Meg P.
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I have babysat for 5 years. I worked as a one on one companion with a child who has special needs for the past 3 years. I enjoy playing games with the kids and am very adaptable to meet schedule needs.
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"Kaitlin is caring and creative with kids. I highly recommend her. "
Reviewed by Ling L.
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My name is Daisy like the pretty flower and I'm 25 years old. I am a very warm, loving and caring person with a lot of energy! Born in California but raised in Chicago.
I have cared for children with 7 years of experience. I'm very flexible and I am willing to work around your schedule. My goal as a nanny is to be part of the...
5.0
"Daisy cared for our daughter (18 months) for 6 months at our home while I worked from home. She was very warm, engaging, and fun! Daisy is very easy to work with and communicated well with my husband and I. She...
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Hello!
My name is Elizabeth. I am a energetic, loving nanny who absolutely adores children! I have a passion for child care and love helping families! I aim to bring positivity, love, and creativity into the house of my nanny family.
I do my best to go the extra mile. I love finding age appropriate activities to do with my...
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"My kids were so happy when I got home, and they even asked for her again! She is definitely doing something right."
Reviewed by Hannah S.
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I am an Operations Supervisor at an Adult Day Care and also an in home care provider. I am also a Certified Dementia Practitioner as well as an C. N. A. I have been in the field of caring for individuals for over 13 years. I have a gift of patience with people and consideration for individuals who require more attention than...
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"She helped me during recovery from shoulder replacement surgery. I was VERY restricted in mobility and could not lift anything. It was very reassuring for me to have her on "stand-by" when I first showered by...
Reviewed by Caroline W.
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I started in preschools in the 2. 6-3. 6 age group the gradually moved into substitute teaching. I have experience with special needs kids (autistic, paraplegic, blind, cognitive impairment, emotional/behavioral impairment). I have gathered several tricks in my time sub teaching and working in the preschool setting I would have...
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"Joel was our life saver. Our kids have PTSD and our son was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD, which is certainly difficult to manage on a daily basis, but hen Virtual School hit us. Joel, with...
Reviewed by Britta H.
3.9
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I have been a professional nanny for 19 wonderful years. I also have been an Assistant Teacher and a nanny for special needs children. I believe that all children are special and true gifts. I have a lot of fun and creative ideas for art projects, games and playtime. I have alot of experience helping with potty training. I am...
5.0
"Heather joined our family when our sweet little boy was only four months old. She quickly bonded with our son and cared for him as her own. When Heather came into our home, it was a very vulnerable time as Mom...
Reviewed by Greg Z.
5.0
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My name is Brenda. I consider myself a reserved honest, reliable and trustworthy caregiver. I love caring and helping the Elderly. My passion is reaching the goals in daily living of my clients so that they get the best care. I am certified as a Nursing Assistant. (CNA) CPR and First Aide. I also am a Certified Medical...
5.0
"She was great with my senior dad!"
Reviewed by Carla B.
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Dynamic and highly dependable Childcare Provider and Educator with over 13 years of experience. Background in Early Childhood Education and Childhood Development. Extensive special needs experience. Dedicated to helping shape children into confident, intelligent, and empathetic people who will carry those traits on into...
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"We cannot express enough how much we have loved having Dania become part of our family! Dania assisted with our three children ages newborn to four years old for almost 2 years! Our two oldest children are...
Reviewed by Laurie B.
Watcharaphan T.
Evanston, IL
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, I am 31 years old. I graduated the bachelor degree in preschool education (5 years) I study, art education, special needs, children physiology, child care, and everything about kindergarten. I was a kindergarten teacher for 2 years. I moved to Chicago for an Au pair opportunity for 1 year. I have experience in special...
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"We are so glad that we found Pam to take care of our 1 year old after we moved to a new city. We immediately felt comfortable leaving our child with Pam. She went above and beyond what I would expect from a...
Reviewed by Angela K.
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Paraprofessional ESL 4 years, group homes 2. 5 years. Substitute teacher SPED & normal classes 10 years. I have worked with: Down syndrome, autism, handicapped and other disorders and disabilities. I have the following training: CPI, first aid, and CPR. I have my own car, I can cook, and clean.
Dina S.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
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I cared for my cousin's husband for several months. He has Lewy Body Dementia. I helped with feeding, dressing, exercise, recreation and toileting. He and I became fast friends and have a close bond. I have also worked with children with autism and ADHD.
My best friend from High School has Muscular Dystrophy, and my best friend...
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"Dina is family and during my husband's illness she was his caregiver/companion during the day thereby giving me much needed time away from constant caregiving. She was reliable, responsible, and creative in...
Reviewed by Karen O.
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Hi, my name is Lara. When I was younger, my first job was working in an elderly home, and I've always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to caring for my own mother in my past, I have been working for a senior care agency this year as well as people from care. com. I am certified in CPR, First aid, CPI (from my...
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"Lara was kind, helpful, and showed great concern for me after my hysterectomy. she continues to check on my recovery even after the job was complete. hiring her was the best decision I have made. I would...
Reviewed by Amaralys A.
Tamar M.
Skokie, IL
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hi, my name is Tamar and I'm excited to meet your family! I'm a child at heart and an old soul, which allows me to easily connect with anyone of all ages. I have a social work background counseling grade school and teenage youth for many years. I also work with special needs care/ autistic children and have a passion to serve...
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"Really came through for us in a last minute emergency situation. She was very prompt with corresponding and with our appointment. She was very understanding and accommodating with our situation and helped out...
Reviewed by Sachi D.
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Greetings! I am a current high school Special Education teacher with experience teaching adolescents on the autism spectrum and children with ADHD, cognitive impairments, learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, and sensory processing disorders. My teenage daughter has cerebral palsy and is visually impaired and is...
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"I wish I could give Martina 10 stars! From the moment we interviewed, she was so respectful and knowledgeable about caring for people with special needs. Martina is so kind, thoughtful and fun! My brother has...
Reviewed by Melissa D.
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Hi, I am an experienced nanny who is also a mom. I am interested in finding a family who needs full time care for one to two children. I am extremely patient, responsible, dependable, trustworthy, and have a great reputation. I have worked in childcare for summer day camps, babysitting for multiple families, and being a long...
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"Nikki has worked for our family for the last year. And helped us transition our daughter through many changes. She is a very experienced nanny, well versed in early child care. She worked with us to create a...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Park Ridge, IL
Selena O.
5.0
Selena is great! She babysat our baby girl today. She played with her , fed her and helped cleaning her bottles and she took beautiful pictures !! Totally recommend her :)
- Care member
Caytie B.
5.0
Very sweet and cared for my children as if they were her own.
- Amanda C.
Tara C.
5.0
Tara is amazing with kids! I have an 8 year old niece and 5 year old nephew who both adore her and love when she watches them. She is patient, kind, and so much fun. Her smile and personality are very welcoming. She has the warmest heart of anyone that I know! She is trustworthy and dependable.
- Mariah H.
Todd M.
5.0
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 have enlisted Mr. M. to work with our children M-F from 3pm- 7pm. He picks them up from school and brings them home to focus on homework. He also...
- Jennifer W.
Karla V.
5.0
Karla is amazing- gentle, kind, dependable, and safe.
- Meg P.
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Ratings for Park Ridge, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Park Ridge, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.