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Dania G.

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

Melrose Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello Parents! I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
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Kathryn S.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am currently working at a special needs high-school full time. I am only available for after school typically, date nights, and some weekends. I would be available for summers for a full time position if you are looking for that. My experience in child care started when I was in my teens for families around my neighborhood....

Care Member says "Katy was our full time nanny for our twins for almost 3 years, from when they were babies til after they turned 3. She was so caring and they adore...

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Amy D.

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a certified Preschool teacher and have hours in training and certification for assisting children with special needs ranging from autism to physically disabled. I enjoy story time, puzzles, drama and arts and crafts. I am flexible and reliable. Hope that I can be a great fit you and your family.
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Dina S.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
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...

Karen O. says "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...

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Connie B.

Niles, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been in the social service field for over 20 years. I was also was a preschool teacher, but went back to my first love, working with people with disabilities. I worked in a residential home with girls with severe disabilities, then did respite care for a few years and loved it all. I was a job coach helping people with...

Stacy C. says "We have been so incredibly lucky to have Connie as part of our care team. She has been reliable, responsible, and very kind in the care of our son with...

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Hakima H.

Experienced Nanny Available

Riverside, IL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Erika M.

The "Experience" You Want

Chicago, IL

4.2(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Travel
I have been nanny and a baby-child sitter for more than 20 years. I worked for public schools for 10 years. Playing outside. Helping/teaching children to write or do some homework is fine with me. I have also worked with all sorts of "special needs and children with disabilities". The families I have worked with have children...

Jonathan A. says "Erika was able to come on short notice and help with an apartment deep cleaning. Punctual, great eye for detail, and super friendly!"

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Patricia J.

Nanny Patricia

Chicago, IL

4.9(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, I'm Patricia. I'm a psychologist from Venezuela. And I have really good experience working with children. I am a very friendly person, I like to laugh and I am very responsible. I love crafting, especially painting and drawing. In my home country, I studied psychology, therefore I had the opportunity to work with children...

Lily B. says "She is very sweet and knows how to soothe even the fussiest baby (and calm worried parents haha). We fully trust her with our 7 month old!"

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Mary S.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Name is Mary! 24 years old, and currently a banquet manager for Hilton hotels. I am the 2nd oldest of 11 children! Yes 11! Love children and lots of experience. I work full time but as we are getting into our slow season I would like to pick up some part time work to fill my off nights & days. I am experienced with small...

Bernadette S. says "I have know Mary for 7 years! She is a kind and loving person and has a big heart for everyone. She is an specialist in home care. She loves to cook...

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Jhan I.

Compassionate And Trustworthy

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. a wife and a mother of two boys 27 years and 14 years lived in Chicago and suburbs for over 30 years I'm a licensed cosmetology. I work as a nany from age of 21 for a special need 30-year-old girl . And the then got my license and worked as hair...

Maryam A. says "Jhan was very engaged in helping care for your child. My child enjoyed her helping us. As with anyone helping with care-giving of your child, make sure...

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Tyra C.

Part-time/Full-time Caregiver Available!

Chicago, IL

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I grew up in a home with six siblings, four sisters and two brothers! Three older and three younger, I also have two nephews and a niece, all under the age of six that I have babysat since their birth. I spent two years as a overnight camp counselor caring for up to 13 campers at a time. While working as a counselor, I gained...

Raynee H. says "Tyra is extremely patient, caring, and loving. She took very good care of our two little ones, and even went above and beyond after she put them down for...

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Vanessa S.

Happy Child Is A Happy Life

Skokie, IL

4.2(0)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified. Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...
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Anais V.

Babysitter/Care Taker

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I began babysitting at the age of 11 yrs old. I am now 27. I currently work at Advocate Aurora Health as a Medical Assistant. I have always expressed interest in the medical field. I want to go in to Nursing and Esthetics. I am looking for something temporary to help save money up to pay for school. Open to babysitting,...

Sarah B. says "Anais is so warm, kind and gentle. She is the epitome of helpfulness. She helps my son get ready to go when it comes time for pick up - when my son is with...

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Chloe B.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
As a natural-born caregiver with over 5 years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing and supporting children's growth. My journey in childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, which ignited a desire within me to make a positive impact on young lives. My future career goal is to become a children's art therapist...

Katie L. says "My kids LOVE Chloe (ages 11, 9 and 4). They ask for me to go somewhere just so Chloe can babysit. She is salt-of-the-earth sweet and always engaging and...

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Jordan S.

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Elmhurst, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Jordan, and I am looking to help an awesome family. I love working with kids, so I used that passion and became a camp counselor. I did that for two years at my local park district. I have experience with children as young as 3 and as old as 13. I also have experience with working with children with special...
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Florence N.

Helping Hands

Chicago, IL

4.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I'm a 44-year-old divorced mother to a 12-year-old boy with Down Syndrome, who is truly a blessing. I've been a full-time mother, and I am ready to get back into the work force. I am a very reliable, responsible, and kindhearted individual. I'm open to providing care, compassion, nurturing to any age as I truly enjoy helping...
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Jaclyn M.

Babysitter

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I love children. I started working at a daycare facility at the age of 15 and continued to work there throughout high school. When I was 18, I went to college to pursue my degree in Elementary Education. During college breaks and summers I nannied for a family with grade school aged twins. Upon graduation, I received a job...

Care Member says "Jaclyn was by far our little T (10m) favorite caretakers. Shes so kind and communicative with her (and us) and as a former teacher we felt rest assured...

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Veronica O.

Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience
full-time nanny. Cared for newborn twin 2 weeks old. Maintained open communication with parents through a detailed notebook with the days activities, meals, naps, discipline, accomplishments, etc. I have been a nanny for 22 years, and I absolutely love working with children! A nanny is so important to the intellectual,...
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Cynthia H.

Mama C / Encourager Of Children

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have 6+years of experience in foster care at SOS Children's Village in Lockport. I have fostered approximately 30 children, and loved the experience and my foster families. I recently moved back to Chicago in September of 2022. Before moving back to Chicago I was a member of my church in Joliet for 17 years and I was involved...

Care Member says "Cynthia is a compassionate, loving and fun caregiver. She was the first person outside of family to care for our daughter when she was 6 months old....

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Athena G.

Looking For A Nanny?

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
from
$29/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Athena! I'm an experienced preschool teacher passionate about art, music, and outdoor education. I'm seeking nanny opportunities in Chicago for this summer and beyond. I have a degree in developmental psychology, with experience as an infant nanny as well as caring for kids with autism and special needs. My focus is...

See'trail M. says "Athena babysat my 7-year old daughter and she raved about how interactive she was during the stay. She was punctual and communicated throughout the...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.33/hr as of June 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in River Grove, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in River Grove, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Kathryn S.

Katy was our full time nanny for our twins for almost 3 years, from when they were babies til after they turned 3. She was so caring and...

- Care member

Dina S.

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...

- Karen O.

Connie B.

We have been so incredibly lucky to have Connie as part of our care team. She has been reliable, responsible, and very kind in the care of...

- Stacy C.

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