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Sadie S.

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Plainfield, IL

from
$15/hr
4 years experience
My name is Sadie, I have my own car and license. I graduated a year early from highschool and starting college in the fall near my home but this will not impact my families, I will schedule around you. I have taken care of kids for many years, on apps, facebook, and personal family and friends. I work with children all ages and...
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Adaptive Sitter And Amusement Master, babysitter

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! I will be on school break December 16th - January 16th and will be in Joliet. If you're looking for some temporary help (1 month) on weekdays after 2 pm, feel free to message me and I will get back to you :) Thanks! Things about me: - 3+ years paid experience - newborn/infant experience - infant-teenage experience -...

Cassandra B. says "Carolina was early and was amazing!!! My son wanted her to come back again tomorrow lol 10/10 says F. (5 stars)"

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Dedicated In-Home Senior Care | Personalized Support

Lockport, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Home modification
companionship
dementia
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...

Christina K. says "Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing...

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Excited And Educated Sitter, Smiles All Around

Lockport, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have been regularly babysitting for over 6 years, I was a nanny while receiving my AD in Child Development. I worked in early childhood education for 2 years, and now during the day I am a paraprofessional with special needs children. I can help promote adaptive skills such as toileting, hygiene, and household chores, as well...

Care Member says "I would give more than five stars if I could! Ashlyn was the best nanny I have ever had with my daughter. She went above and beyond to make sure my...

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Compassionate Sitter, Like Your Best Friend!

Lockport, IL

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello there! My name is Camille and I am a Registered Nurse & graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I am Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certified and currently am working night shift in the Intensive Care Unit. I am a reliable, dependent and trustworthy caretaker who believes kindness is of the utmost...

Joanne D. says "Camile was extremely helpful and went above and beyond what was needed at times. My 3 kids loved when she came and my youngest would always ask if camile...

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Babysitter/Nanny

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a senior in college studying nursing. I have lots of experience nannying. I love children and have worked with kids of all ages, even those with special needs! I am looking for a part time/as needed job in the Joliet/Plainfield area while I finish my last semester!

Jackie F. says "Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was...

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Licensed CNA Caregiver

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...

Care Member says "Lori is conscientious and reliable. She truly cares for her clients."

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Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs

Joliet, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. Right now I am mainly a mom. But I am hoping to find someone needed a helping hand part time during later morning and till around 330 p.m. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.
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Learning Behavior Specialist Certified Special Education Teacher, Former Caregiver And Nanny

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have had multiple prior educational and volunteering experiences working with children and adults with disabilities and baby-sitting as well as taking care of family members with special needs. My area of specialty is severe and profound. I worked my way through college as a nanny and caregiver through a company. I have an...

Lisa S. says "She is an awesome teacher who cares for her students and would do anything for them. She is dependable, reliable, and responsible."

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Super Nanny

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been taking care of children since 1985. I have been a nanny all over USA until 2002. I decided to make a change and moved to Mainland China (Shenzhen) to teach English. Now I own a small kindergarten in Shenzhen. Because they do not accept or understand learning issues in children, our school gets many special kids. My...

Justin B. says "Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better...

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Quality Care, Peace Of Mind

Lockport, IL

5.0(0)
from
$37/hr
10 years experience
I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...
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Professional Babysitter

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi Families, My name is Priscila, and I'm a professional nanny based in Naperville with over 10 years of hands-on childcare experience. I am deeply passionate about supporting children's growth in a safe, nurturing, and developmentally. Here's a bit about my background and certifications: • CPR & AED certified by the American...

Care Member says "Priscila is an extremely kind hearted, patient, and tidy nanny. She helped us out when our regular care was unavailable, and I couldn't believe how well...

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Romeoville, IL

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
Hello! My name is Ashley I have 90+ hours working with students elementary-highschool age. I love animals and have 2 dogs and a bird of my own! I can help with homework when needed and have my own transportation. I have experience working with special needs children. I don't mind helping with housework or easy meal prep. My...
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Aurora, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
I have been working for Clare Woods Academy for the past 13 years. I have extensive experience with special needs children, I. e. autism, Down's syndrome, learning disability, behavioral and O. D. D. Issues. I am also an RBT Therapist. Prior to the aforementioned I was a Readu Ing Intervention Aide,
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Caregiver For All Your Needs

Bolingbrook, IL

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$23/hr
Hi My name is Charlene. I live in Willowbrook. I have dealt with infants all the way to seniors. I have given care to Autistic, Adhd, to Alzheimer clients. I do light housework. Meal prep, activities. Please reach out for further information. Thank you.
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Bolingbrook, IL

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hello, my name is Brianna. I'm new in the city. I'm learning English. I have experience taking care of children. It would be good to take care of a family member who takes care of help. I'm responsible and careful
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Enthusiastic Part-Time Caregiver

Romeoville, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have experience working with many populations with special needs. I have spent a summer as a Program Coordinator at Northern Will County Special Recreation Association where I planned activities, games, field trips, etc. for teens and adults with disabilities (ages 12-24). I also worked there as a Program Assistant last winter...
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Romeoville, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a loving and nurturing childcare provider with over a decade of experience. I have a passion of working with special needs children and work with one family with two special needs children on late Friday evenings. I love to educate and teach children the importance of work around the house teaching them cleanliness,...
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Letter To Families Telling Them About Who I Am.

Aurora, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Compassionate, experienced, and reliable nanny with over a decade of experience caring for children from infancy through the teenage years. My background includes both live-in and live-out roles, as well as household management. I've worked primarily with families on the North Shore and recently relocated to Naperville. Skilled...
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Loving Mother Sharing, Love.

Crest Hill, IL

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$25/hr
15 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'm a mother four, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some love with others. Senior care caregiving over 15 years, Alzheimer's dementia, Parkinson special needs adults MS , ALS, paraplegic and also experience with Hoyer lift. I'd describe my personality as : Caring , loving, dependable. I like caring for...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.04/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Plainfield, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in Plainfield, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Carolina A.

Carolina was early and was amazing!!! My son wanted her to come back again tomorrow lol 10/10 says F. (5 stars)

- Cassandra B.

Barbara B.

Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable...

- Christina K.

Ashlyn F.

I would give more than five stars if I could! Ashlyn was the best nanny I have ever had with my daughter. She went above and beyond to make...

- Care member

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