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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Schaumburg, IL

The average rate is $20/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Schaumburg, IL

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Elise C.


Des Plaines, IL

$14-19/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi. My name is Elise. I currently work as an assistant teacher in Glenview. I work in a special ed classroom with children from kindergarten to 2nd grade. I have experience working one on one as well as in classroom with children with disabilities (autism, down syndrome, turner syndrome, developmental delay, etc).
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Vicky W.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Summer Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I worked at Philip J Rock Center & School in Glen Ellyn it is school & home for children with both deaf & blind disabilities compiled with cerebral palsy & other learning disabilities. I was trained how to communicate with the children with a basic version of sign language & supervised children during activities & daily living...
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Karen H.


Hanover Park, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi! My name is Karen, I'm 25 years old and I come from a really big family. I'm the oldest out of about 20 cousins that I have, and a lot of my cousins see me as their aunt because I have taken care of them since they were little (and still do to this day!). I currently hold an Associates in Arts degree from ECC, and am...
5.0
"Karen did a great job with tutoring and nannying for our 4 year old. She also occasionally watched our 2 year old. We would definitely hire her again!"

Reviewed by Dimple V.

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Dimone L.


Carol Stream, IL

$15-21/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Preschool Student Teacher Looking For Part-Time Job

5.0

(1)

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Good Morning, I live in Carol Stream with my baby girl and looking for a job babysitting some amazing children this year in my free time . I am interested in babysitting your child I have 9 years in paid childcare experience as well as CPR/First Aid/AED certified. I have worked in daycare' s, Summer Camps with children ages...
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Yesenia G.


Hoffman Estates, IL

$14-25/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter, Home Assistant

5.0

(1)

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Hello, my name is Yesenia. I've been in several professional caregiving roles since 2016. Most of my experience has been with children. I worked at a licensed home daycare, with several families independently and with a nanny agency throughout my career. Additionally, I was a behavioral health technician and worked with children...
5.0
"Yesenia is a very good caregiver. She had positive interactions with our son. She followed all of our instructions and there was no conflict. I would hire her again given the need."

Reviewed by Matt C.

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Juli A.


Barrington, IL

$23/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver/CNA Available Now Extra Shifts Tues Thru Friday

3.7

(3)

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Hello, I am a 52-year-young, healthy, energetic, and outgoing Barrington resident searching for a position(s) with kind individual/family that can utilize my positive personality. I am a registered CNA with CPR certified for children, infants and adults with 12+ years of private senior care. I am presently committed to a 24/4...
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Amanda G.


Carol Stream, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Amanda G.

5.0

(1)

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Hello all, I have two years experience caring for children with special needs, including autism, epilepsy, and ADHD. I use doctor recommended strategies and techniques to provide emotional and physical support to my clients and their families. I look forward to meeting with you!
5.0
"We hired Amanda as our full time nanny to watch our son when he was 8mo old. It was our first nanny experience so we didn't know what to expect, and now we are forever spoiled! Amanda was with our family until...

Reviewed by Julia O.

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Jhan I.


Des Plaines, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Trustworthy

5.0

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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...
5.0
"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 you are very clear on what you expect, as well as do's...

Reviewed by Maryam A.

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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$27/hr5 yrs exp

Kind And Patient Caregiver

5.0

(3)

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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...
5.0
"She is thoughtful, considerate and concerning to our needs. She adapts well and it was such a pleasure finding someone who would work part time and doesn't have a long commute for a three hour job."

Reviewed by Kathleen C.

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Mariah T.


Elgin, IL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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I am great with kids, I am 26 years old, I am very respectful , I am a hard worker, I am also very patient, I am very dependable you can count on me I can cook And clean and read bed time stories to your little ones , I have experience with all different ages and I even have 7 years of experience with the special needs...
5.0
"Mariah is a wonderful person. She is great with kids/people in general . She's a very loving and caring person. She always on time . I never had a problem. My kids love her ."

Reviewed by Diarrah R.

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Colleen B.


Mount Prospect, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny And Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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Currently, I am a Professional Nanny for twin 2-year-old boys, and I love it! I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I was the neighborhood go to Babysitter. My experience is as a Nanny, Babysitter, Certified Elementary and Physical Education Teacher, Day Camp Director, Summer School Teacher, and...
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Michelle R.


Mount Prospect, IL

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager / Early Childhood Educator / Newborn Care Specialist

5.0

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I am an experienced nanny, nanny house manager, educator and newborn care specialist. For more than 25 years, I have 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...
5.0
"Michelle is a warm, caring educator. She has extensive knowledge of child growth and development. Michelle is creative, a problem solver, and team player. She truly loves working with children and...

Reviewed by Dottie D.

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Tracy S.


Bartlett, IL

$20-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care

5.0

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I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...
5.0
"Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I could have asked for to watch our little guy!"

Reviewed by Christina K.

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Lorraine G.


Glendale Heights, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual Experienced College Student Available for Babysitting

4.5

(12)

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I enjoy working with children of all ages. I've been working with children since I was 15 years old. I have excellent references upon request. I finished my associates degree and completed 3 years towards a nursing degree. I am a certified nurses assistant. I reside in Des Plaines. I'm fluent in Spanish & English. I enjoy...
5.0
"She is currently caring for my 2 girls (3 yo and 6 yo) and she is great. She takes the girls to activities and play dates. She is a natural with kids! We are very happy with her. "

Reviewed by Patricia V.

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Laurie B.


Palatine, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experience with Special Needs

5.0

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I have about 5 years of experience in special ed. I was a teachers aide at kirk school in Palatine for 3 years. I have also been a private caregiver for an adult male with special needs.
5.0
"Laurie took care of our special needs son and was amazing with him. From helping to feed him, play with him, give medication, etc. Laurie always provided the best care. She is reliable, responsible and...

Reviewed by Care member

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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$21-29/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced And Helpful Caregiver Availiable

4.8

(6)

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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...
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."

Reviewed by Lara L.

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Kylie S.


Arlington Heights, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Best Babysitter

5.0

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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...
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...

Reviewed by Nicole O.

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Angela M.


Bartlett, IL

$24/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello, my name is Angela. I have been in the education field working with children from 6 weeks to 12+ years of age for over 25 years and have a teenage son of my own. I have been a director, teacher and nanny for several families. I have also worked with children with special needs. I enjoy helping children learn through play...
5.0
"Angela was so helpful with childcare! She did a great job with the kids even the very fussy and crying ones. Angela is so kind and I would recommend her to any parents! "

Reviewed by Sofia B.

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Tara C.


Mount Prospect, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

PA Looking For Temp Work!

5.0

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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.

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Amanda G.


Carol Stream, IL

$25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello all, My name is Amanda and I am a Certified Newborn Care Specialist and Career Nanny. I have five years experience as a private nanny. Additionally, I have two years experience teaching preschool publicly, one of which I was a Director. I have cared for children from birth to 12 years, and those with a variety of special...
5.0
"Amanda was a thoughtful, knowledgeable, and responsible caregiver for my 6 mo baby when she cared for H 2 full days and made a huge difference in that time. She came armed with expertise that made H giggle, but...

Reviewed by Katheryn M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Schaumburg, IL

Karen H.

5.0

Karen did a great job with tutoring and nannying for our 4 year old. She also occasionally watched our 2 year old. We would definitely hire her again!

- Dimple V.

Yesenia G.

5.0

Yesenia is a very good caregiver. She had positive interactions with our son. She followed all of our instructions and there was no conflict. I would hire her again given the need.

- Matt C.

Amanda G.

5.0

We hired Amanda as our full time nanny to watch our son when he was 8mo old. It was our first nanny experience so we didn't know what to expect, and now we are forever spoiled! Amanda was with our family until we just moved out of state and we wish we could've brought her with us. She was caring,...

- Julia O.

Jhan I.

5.0

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 you are very clear on what you expect, as well as do's and don't, as far as addressing it up front, and guidance towards that. She did a great...

- Maryam A.

Larissa D.

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 family would have. I would highly...

- Amaralys A.

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Ratings for Schaumburg, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.4 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Schaumburg, IL are rated 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 23 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.