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Alfredo R.

Skokie, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am very interested in the opportunity to assist, I want to be a true companion on uplifting someone who needs care by listening to my clients first and provide comfort to their worries and fears. I took my medical board exams in order to practice medicine in United Sates. My medical degree is from Mexico where I have practiced...

Care Member says "The entire family was very pleased with Alfredo's professionalism. He always performed his duties with a smile and a pleasant attitude. He undertook...

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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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Skokie, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
I have been a Certified Home Health Professional for 8 years and a Nanny for 9 years and would love working in both fields when available . I help with light house keeping , feeding reading singing and prepare food according to parents diet ! I have experience taking care of special needs children I help them engage in every day...
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Skokie, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a CNA/caregiver for over 20+ years I am efficient organized compassionate and friendly I have a wide variety of care let me know if you have any questions or concerns or would like to chat
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Caring Worker

Skokie, IL

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as enthusiastic, patient, and caring I like caring for people with special needs because not everyone is willing to take the time to understand them. And I feel like everyone deserves to feel cared about. I'm looking for a job that is willing to be flexible with me and that is a welcoming place....
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Caring and Compassionate Caregiver Available Now

Skokie, IL

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$24/hr
10 years experience
I have cared for many special needs adults and children, including my own sister, who had epilepsy and died in my arms. Contact me if interested in my services.
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Skokie, IL

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$35/hr
6 years experience
Hi there! My name is Naomi. I have always enjoyed working with and helping people of all ages. I have been around young children in my family my entire life, as well as babysitting nights and weekends for the last 6 years! I have also worked with a close family friend who has Down syndrome, a child with cognitive disabilities...
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Skokie, IL

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$18/hr
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children and am willing to learn and grow on my career as I go by . My experience includes over six plus years of babysitting children of all ages. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love to play games and help children explore their imaginations. I...
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Skokie, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi there, I'm a mature, responsible, reliable, college graduated professional with more than 10 years experience working with children from in diverse home, school and daycare settings. Currently working full time and looking for Saturday/Sunday hours only. Experienced with kids with special needs. I'm a mom of an 11 years old...
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Skokie, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I enjoy taking care of children and adults as well I have two years experience working with children and adults with cognitive disabilities. I have been working with children for over 20 years in daycares and as a nanny. I am located in Skokie I have a car I am fluent in French and English. I have a 20 years old daughter. Thank...
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Skokie, IL

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$25/hr
8 years experience
I have 8 years of experience working with children and individuals with special needs. I am patient, caring, dependable, and attentive to each person's unique needs. I strive to create a safe, calm, and supportive environment where individuals feel comfortable, respected, and well cared for. My background in caregiving and...
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Skokie, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi! My name is Noor and I'm a 26-year-old currently pursuing my Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Clinical Social Work at Loyola University. I have over 12 years of babysitting experience, working with children of all ages-from infants to teenagers-including those with special needs. I'm super fun, outgoing, and active-I love...
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Child Care

Skokie, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
I currently work at a clinic in for kids with Autism. I have been in the field for 4 years and have a lot of experience with special needs kids. I am energetic, caring, and great at multitasking. I can cook and speak fluent Spanish. I am able to adapt to any setting and situation and am quick on my feet!
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Skokie, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi I'm Amber and I have my Registered Behavioral Technician certification. I have experience with behavioral and special needs children. I currently work at a special needs school as a paraprofessional.
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About Me!

Skokie, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a 26-year-old clinical social work student pursuing both my bachelor's and master's degrees at Loyola University Chicago. With over 10 years of experience working with children and adults with special needs, I have developed a deep commitment to advocacy, inclusion, and compassionate care. I currently work at a high school,...
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I have been working with special education students for 7 years now, starting when I was 11. I currently volunteer in 2 special education classrooms at my high school, and I will be attending Illinois State University in the fall, majoring in Special Education with a focus on behavior. I have no formal training or medical...
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Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over 7 years of experience with kids of all ages (from newborn to teenagers). I have experience with special needs as well as I used to work with autistic children. I have the following qualifications: -CPR certificate - Very good driver with a clean record - Comfortable with swimming supervision - Willing to work at...

Care Member says "Wonderful and an amazing person. Kind, generous and excellent with my daughter. First time mom and I had to go back to work but my daughter was in...

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Speech Therapist/Tutor- Polish-Speaking/ Special Needs & All Ages

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello all, thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I live in Chicago and am providing services for children of all ages as a Speech-Language Pathologist as well as a caregiver! I am an elementary school-based SLP and am finishing up my 7th year there. I completed my Master's coursework in Speech-Language Pathology at...

Renee G. says "Sylvia was hired to watch my 8 month old daughter for one day while I worked from home. My daughter immediately took a liking to her and she had non stop...

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Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
from
$17/hr
4 years experience
Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.

Marlee H. says "Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust...

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Full Time/ Part Time Care Giver

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience
Companionship
dementia
meal prep
errands
hospice services
+ 1 more
I have been working with seniors for the past 10 year, duties and responsibilities include bathing, companionship, light house keeping, meal preparations, outing with the clients. PERSONAL OBJECTIVE I have a strong commitment to serving the needs of individuals with special needs, especially adults and people with developmental...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.25/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Skokie, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Alfredo R.

The entire family was very pleased with Alfredo's professionalism. He always performed his duties with a smile and a pleasant attitude. He...

- Care member

Leticia B.

Wonderful and an amazing person. Kind, generous and excellent with my daughter. First time mom and I had to go back to work but my...

- Care member

Sylvia B.

Sylvia was hired to watch my 8 month old daughter for one day while I worked from home. My daughter immediately took a liking to her and she...

- Renee G.

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