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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Rolling Meadows, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Rolling Meadows, IL

Kaitlyn was great with my 9 year old son with adaptive needs! She was warm, friendly, and able to engage my child in play. She was…

Review for Kaitlyn A. by Care member

Lavinia cared for both of my parents for six years. She is a total professional. Lavinia has great nursing skills, attends to her clients…

Review for Lavinia B. by Care member

We hired Kylie for the summer to take care of our infant son, she was beyond amazing! She always cared for him as part of the family and was…

Review for Kylie S. by Nicole O.

Special needs caregivers in Rolling Meadows, IL

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Nicoleta R.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

3.0

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I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
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Kaitlyn A.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$24-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kaitlyn and I am 26 years old. I am a special education teacher but babysit on weeknights and weekends. I have had a passion for children since I was little and have had many babysitting jobs. I have an abundant amount of experiences working with kids who have special needs as well as infants. I am CPR and First...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kaitlyn was great with my 9 year old son with adaptive needs! She was warm, friendly, and able to engage my child in play. She was communicative and professional as well. I would definitely recommend Kaitlyn as a sitter and hope to work with her again in the...

Care member

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Maggie G.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$35-50/hr

Desicated Caregiver

I am a dedicated caregiver with over 15 years of experience providing care for children from infants to teens in a variety of settings. This includes an infant on an NJ feeding tube, a couple of young children with high functioning autism, as well as teens with developmental delays as well as emotional trauma/delays or mental...
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Kaitlyn A.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$16-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi there! I am self contained autism teacher for 1st and 2nd graders. I have had an abundance amount of experience caring for individuals with down syndrome and children who are on the spectrum. Please reach out to me if you are seeking a caregiver for a child with special needs or a child without. :)
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Sophia A.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$17-20/hr

Experienced And Patient Nanny

Hello, my name is Sophia and I have been babysitting/nannying for over 10 year! My mom is a special needs teacher in district 34, and I have years of experience going in to help with her students. Additionally, I was a part of a high school class that allowed me to work one-on-one with a teenager who had Down syndrome for one...
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Halina R.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available.

All my background caring for those with special needs comes from Poland. I was working 18 years as a teacher / drama and poetry / in high school and also my part-time job was caring for a deaf children and adults. In USA, I live already 11 years. Mostly I used to work as a caregiver for elderly, housekeeper and a cleaning lady....
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Paola N.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$16-18/hr • 4 yrs exp

My Goal Is To Graduate From College As A Preschool Teacher.

Hi, I'm Paola and I love kids! I have been babysitting since 2021, and have experience with preemies, children, teenagers and everything in between . I'm dependable and honest. I've nannied for many families before, and I have experience with special needs (autism, etc). I enjoy playing outside, arts and crafts, and reading...
Paola can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Nkosinathi M.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$16-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Every Kid Deserves To Have Fun.

I have worked at summer camps for 2 years now in Boston and Maryland. I have been trained to take care of children and how to also take care of children with special needs
Nkosinathi can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
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Lavinia B.


Wheeling, IL

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

LPN

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly and special need patients. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, administering medication and keep patients as active is possible..
Lavinia can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Professional, patient, kind, conscientious, dependable, just an outstanding caregiver, recommend her 110%. "

Care member

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Kylie S.


Arlington Heights, IL

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Best Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience working with children! I have babysat many children and babies at once for years now and am very passionate about caring for them! I used to work for NWSRA last year which was working with special needs children. I also have tutored kids ages 6 and up! I have three brothers and over 30 first cousins...
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Kylie for the summer to take care of our infant son, she was beyond amazing! She always cared for him as part of the family and was flexible with evolving needs and circumstances. She was compassionate, fun, and very active with our son and gave him a...

Nicole O.

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Doris A.


Schaumburg, IL

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

work experience as a nanny with special need children around 5 years I love to work with kids I am very responsible, loving , patient, honest, respectful. I am mother of two beautiful boys also I work as rehab aide , nursing assistant, I graduated as nurse (LPN) in 2012 I have around 12 years of career experience working with...
Doris can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Early Education

5.0
"Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her."

Evangeline E.

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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$27/hr • 5 yrs exp

Kind And Patient Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"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 definitely hire her for any future medical needs I or my...

Amaralys A.

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Jhan I.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Trustworthy

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...
Jhan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"I highly recommend Jhan. She is a wonderful, kind, caring human being with an outstanding work ethic, high career and family values."

Karl F.

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Susan K.


Mount Prospect, IL

$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Seeking PT/FT Nanny .

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a professional child caregiver for over 12 yrs, having worked with 6 families. I've been caring for kids since I was a teenager & I've always considered it a passion. Although I spent the majority of my earlier career in corporate marketing, I feel I've found my true calling in protecting, teaching & nurturing young...
Susan can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Susan felt like a part of the family. She was extremely caring and attentive to our first little girl, who Susan started nannying for when she was four months. She always made sure she was happy and engaged. Susan was great at floor time, reading, and imaginary...

Becky K.

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Sarah S.


Schaumburg, IL

$22-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Sarah. I am looking for a full time nanny position with a loving family. I'm looking to utilize my 11 and a half years of child care experience and knowledge in growth development by providing good guidance and exceptional care as a professional live out nanny. I also have two and a half years experience with...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I have observed Sarah to be a wonderful caregiver. She is very organized and timely. She is a great communicator with both children and adults. Sarah is extremely caring, always thinking of others needs and their safety. Sarah is engaging, always looking for...

Melissa C.

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Karyn L.


Arlington Heights, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

Over the last 18 years, I have worked with adult and children who have developmental disabilities. This includes one on one settings, as well as group settings. My job is to ensure the safety and well being of all individuals with whom I work and care for. Additionally, I create programs to assist with community integration. I...
5.0
"Karyn deserves more than 5 stars! She worked with our severely handicapped adult daughter who required feeding, diapering, showering and medications. Karyn was fun and creative in planning outings and adventures in the community. She is honest and extremely...

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Michelle R.


Mount Prospect, IL

$28-42/hr • 20 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny, early childhood educator, nanny house manager and newborn care specialist. I've dedicated my career to working with families and children in a variety of settings. My background extends beyond working in private homes of families and includes teaching and leadership roles in quality early childhood...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job descriptions and she truly goes above and beyond for the families she works for. If you are looking for someone to love and care...

Jacki R.

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Lavinia B.


Wheeling, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

CNA,CPR

Highly-dependable, nurturing caregiver who has good values, compassionate nature and 10 + extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly care. Eager to make a difference in client's everyday life.
5.0
"Lavinia has helped my family over the past several years. She is wonderful, honest, and is very committed to whomever she is working with. She has a great personality and engages people in conversation etc...my parents both loved "Our Lavinia" as my mom would...

Susan W.

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Sally T.


Elk Grove Village, IL

$18-32/hr • 4 yrs exp

Friendly Sitter And Experienced With Children

Hi, I'm Sally. I have been working with special needs children children at a therapeutic day school as a paraprofessional for the last year with aged 5-22. I also have experience at a day cares with ages 1-5. In addition I have worked at Boys and Girls club with 1st-2nd graders. I love playing board games with children, reading...
Sally can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"My kids had so much fun with Sally! They made crafts and did puzzles. She even brought books she thought the kids would enjoy. The house was neat and tidy when we came home."

Heidi H.

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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$21-29/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced And Helpful Caregiver Availiable

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello , my name is Lara and thank you for considering me for this position! My first job was at a senior care facility (in Arlington Hts.) and I have always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to personally caring for my own mother and others in the past, I have been professionally working as a senior caregiver for...
Larissa can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"She has been helping my senior mother and doing a wonderful job. She helps with cooking, cleaning, or running errands. She's also just a friendly person that gives my mother the companionship she needs."

Lara L.

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