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Michelle Z.

Plainfield, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi my name is Michelle. I am a mother of three. I have 2 boys and 1 girl, ages are 25, 20, and 18. love to spend my days with the children, reading, playing, having adventures, educational learning. I will diaper, bathe, feed, do arts and crafts, prepare meals, do laundry tidy up house, run errands, dr. Appointments, I have...
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Plainfield, IL

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$23/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello families! My name is Nicole an I am a mama of 5 (2 you adults, 2 teens and a 6 yr old) I have worked in the healthcare for about 16+ years, along with part time caregiving, and about three years of full time nannying (I've been doing it part time longer). As a mom with two boys on the spectrum I have lots of experience...
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Clinical Experience Caring For Elderly

Plainfield, IL

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Dementia
mobility assistance
light cleaning
companionship
errands
+ 1 more
Hi there! I'm Cailee. I'm a registered nurse with several years of experience. Before becoming a nurse, I worked full-time as a nanny and also as an activities coordinator at a senior living facility. I live in Plainfield with my awesome husband and two wonderful kids. As a mother of two children who are in preschool Monday...
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Plainfield, IL

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$25/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Errands
personal care
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 12 years of hands-on experience providing high-quality care to individuals of all ages, including seniors, children, and individuals with special needs. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, meal preparation, medication reminders,...
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Plainfield, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
transportation
errands
meal prep
Hi, My name is Ky (Kylah), I currently live in Plainfield with my fiancé and our golden-doodle named Chance. My typical career is working with special needs students in high school as well as part-time in jewelry sells. While I love working with students and in jewelry sales, I always want to do more to help others. I love...
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Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Yasmina , I am a mother of two kids and am currently working at an elementary school where I support students with special needs. I enjoy helping them learn , grow and have fun . I understand how important is when it comes to your little ones, and I look forward to creating a safe and joyful experience for your...

Salva A. says "I have nothing but good things to say about Yasmina, first off shes really punctual and polite , I just knew my kids will love her ,and they did. She kept...

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Part-time Caregiver

Crest Hill, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am 28 years old and have babysat since I was 15 years old part time/full time. I am comfortable with changing diapers, bottle feeding, light house work, playing games/activities, along with cooking meals for the children when needed. Have looked after newborns, toddlers, preteens, and the elderly. I do own my own car so...
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Compassionate Caregiver Available

Naperville, IL

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Home modification
visiting nurse
personal care
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am a very compassionate and caring kind of person with more than five years of caregiver experience. I have worked as a live in caregiver for over three years, and I am familiar with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Osteoporosis, and special needs care. I am very loyal, dependable, honest, and hard working. I give 100% in what I do, and...

Salai S. says "Deborah is someone who is very compassionate, she is diligent, she is honest and very reliable. She is passionate about her clients and the care she...

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Adaptive Sitter And Amusement Master, babysitter

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
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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Quality Care, Peace Of Mind

Lockport, IL

5.0(0)
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$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'm experienced in dementia, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they...
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Joliet, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
I am the second oldest of 9 in a large blended family, some siblings have special needs. I have babysat, taught Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, tutored in various subjects, and am certified as an Early Childhood teacher. As a teacher, I taught everything from birth to 6th grade. I love to read, knit, crochet, and a variety...
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Crest Hill, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Maggie and I have been babysitting and nannying since I was 16. Spending time and building memories with kids is one of my favorite things to do. In 2025 I graduated from university with a two degrees. One in Bilingual Elementary Education (I speak Spanish and English) and the other in Spanish. If you are...
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Naperville, IL

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, hola! I earned my master's in Accounting from the U.I, and alongside that I've developed extensive experience in senior care, special-needs support, childcare, tutoring, and keeping households running smoothly through thoughtful housekeeping.
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Super Nanny

Joliet, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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...
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Aurora, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Kamiya. I have experience with children ranging from infants to grade school. My background in childcare includes working in daycares, nannying, and helping out in after school programs. I am First Aid and CPR certified. I have experience with children with special needs. I am also comfortable with pets. I...
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Joliet, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! I am a recent masters of occupational therapy graduate, and I am relatively new to the area. I am looking for any families that may need an occasional babysitter while I am studying for my licensing exam. I could also do weekdays, evenings, and occasional weekends. I babysat a lot for family friends in high school....
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Naperville, IL

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$30/hr
2 years experience
Errands
transportation
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have extensive hands-on experience in senior care, supporting individuals with special needs, private childcare, and academic tutoring. I am deeply attentive to emotional well-being, safety, and comfort, and I take pride in creating an environment where clients feel respected, supported, and truly cared for.
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Child Care Available

Aurora, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I work as a Dental Assistant during the week in Park City, UT. I only work 4 days a week, Monday-Thursday. I have a lot experience with child care. I'm a professional nanny. I have a professional profile from my old nanny agency that I will be more than willing let you look over.
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Joliet, IL

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Olivia and I am a 23-year-old graduate student in speech pathology from Joliet, IL. I have babysitting and special education preschool experience watching both verbal and nonverbal children
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Experienced And Caring Nanny

Oswego, IL

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$24/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Isabella and I'm a college student studying Early Childhood Special Education at Aurora UnIversity. I have hands-on experience working with infants through school-aged children in both daycare and camp settings. One of my most meaningful roles was at a special needs summer camp through FVSRA, where I supported...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $20.00/hr as of June 2026

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Plainfield, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Yasmina R.

I have nothing but good things to say about Yasmina, first off shes really punctual and polite , I just knew my kids will love her ,and they...

- Salva A.

Deborah Y.

Deborah is someone who is very compassionate, she is diligent, she is honest and very reliable. She is passionate about her clients and the...

- Salai S.

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.

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