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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Skokie, IL
The average rate is $20/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
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About me: Hi there, I'm Amy! I'm a 27-year-old University of Chicago graduate student of Social Work based in Lakeview East. My hobbies include exploring Chicago on foot, spending time in nature, and playing my ukulele and singing!
Experience: I've previously nannied/babysat for multiple families, with children ranging from...
5.0
"Amy helped our family while we balanced working from home full time with a toddler - she was seriously a lifesaver! She's great with our toddler, handling snacks, naps, diapers, and everything in between, and...
Reviewed by Jeannette M.
Meghan S.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I am a gen ed teacher with a minor in special education. I currently have eight students in my class with special needs and each of them brighten my day in more ways than I can count. When I attended Miami University, my brother was studying special education and it opened many new doors for me. I joined an organization called...
5.0
"Meghan was great with my two girls! She helped me last minute when I really the needed the help! My nine year old loved her and looked forward to her coming! I would for sure hire her again!"
Reviewed by Anne O.
Nicole G.
Evanston, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny Who Wants Your Children To Have Fun And Be Critical Thinkers
4.8
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I have cared for children all my life from family to friends and have been caring for them professionally for the last 10 years. I care for children of all ages, with and without special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified, Direct Service person certified, Paraprofessional certified (teachers aide), sign language, and...
5.0
"Nicole was an amazing sitter for my 4 year old son. She is so caring and kind. Her natural attitude and way of being is very calming for kids. I knew that my son was safe and cared for with her. She also knows...
Reviewed by Anna A.
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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.
Lindsey R.
Chicago, IL
$19-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.5
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Hello! My name is Lindsey and I am available to work. I am hardworking, compassionate, creative, and pay close attention to detail.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked extensively with a variety of child, adult, and geriatric populations. I have experience with people who have developmental disabilities,...
5.0
"Lindsey was very interested in my daughter. The two of them seemed to enjoy spending time together. We look forward to working with Lindsey again."
Reviewed by Jackie W.
Anna S.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny - College Graduate - Located In Lakeview - 10+ Years Experience
4.3
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Ages 0-12 boys and girls. Nannied 40+ children over nanny career. Experience nannying up 5 children full time. Twins and special needs children experience. Most recent full time nanny/teacher to 4 children during Covid full-time.
CPR Certified and First Aid. Clean driving record (have own car). Background check on file.
Early...
5.0
"Anna is the best nanny we have ever had. Anna was working part time for us to start the pandemic, then became full time. She did an absolutely incredible job caring for our four children (at the time ages 4, 4,...
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Alesandra D.
Chicago, IL
$14-19/hr
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My name is Ali and I am currently a third year student in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Northwestern. I have had experience dealing with special needs for all ages and am hoping to purse a career in pediatric physical therapy upon graduation.
5.0
"Ali was a true delight! I only wish she could have held me for a longer period of time. She was extremely dependable and reliable. She takes initiative and is professional. She is just fun to be with. There...
Reviewed by Lisa M.
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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,...
Selena O.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi, May Name Is Selena, I Am A Passionate And Dedicated Person.
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Hi! How are you?
I am Selena O, current Nursing student (Night hybrid program)
I have Over 5 years of experience as a nanny. I love to play with different strategies of pedagogy for a good development of body and Brain. I could make your children comfortable while I am with them. Can take them to parks, museum and other...
5.0
"She is energetic, talkative and friendly, Most of all reliable. "
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Just graduated from the Occupational Therapy Assistant degree program. I also worked as an Optometric Vision Therapist for about 4 years. I love working with kids but I have experience working with people of all ages. I can help with school work/zooms, laundry, dishes, pets as well as things like Stimming Attendance,...
5.0
"Maren joined us during a difficult time in our home. She and immediately launched a Therapeutic Support Plan which has been successful . While she is juggling her larger scope aspirations we are being flexible...
Reviewed by Mary G.
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I currently work as a third grade and special education teacher at Rowe Elementary School. This will be my fourth year working here. I work with diverse learners in third grade and in kindergarten in a general education classroom. I have worked as a pre-school teacher with 3-year-olds, at JCYS one summer ago. I worked at LEARN...
5.0
"Very sweet. Fun and energetic with the kids"
Reviewed by Heather O.
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I have paid experience teaching theater, dance, art and yoga to children over the past 11 years. I have 2 years full -time nanny experience with toddlers and over a decade of babysitting experience as well. I've worked with kids of all ages and love to plan a fun day with my charges. I have 20+ years experience with special...
5.0
"Meghan is my 3rd nanny, and she is THE.BEST. Your time and money will be well-spent on this amazing person. She regularly goes above and beyond with my kids (2 boys; now 2 and 4, but 1 and 3 when Meghan...
Reviewed by Chelka P.
Nicole G.
Evanston, IL
$23-39/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Direct Support Professional Available For Part Time To Full Time Position
4.8
(8)
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I have been working with individuals with special needs for over five years. I have majority of my experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum or have other intellectual disabilities and need behavioral support. I have worked with children from infants to toddlers to teens and also adults. I am CPR and first aide...
5.0
"Nicole has great experience working with a variety of individuals with disabilities. She is very compassionate and is able to make great connections with those she works with!"
Reviewed by Erin L.
4.1
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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...
5.0
"We've used Erika for both child care and housekeeping and she is great at both! Erika is very hard-working and has a wonderful personality. I highly recommend her!"
Reviewed by Kristen A.
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Hello! I would like to tell you a little bit about myself. My name is Tim, I would like to consider myself someone who is happy go lucky and very goal oriented. I am a lover of animals and people and have a drive to help others. I have been a caregiver for five years now. I currently am enrolled at University of Michigan as a...
Michelle K.
Park Ridge, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Very Experienced Babysitter (4 Years) Responsible & Available Weeknights And Weekends.
4.0
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Hello! On top of being a mother to a wonderful 16-month-old I have been a nanny/babysitter for over 10 years. I have a diverse range of caring experience including special-needs/learning disabilities, multiples, nanny sharing, small group care, and ages from infant to teenagers. I am also certified in child/adult CPR and have 6...
5.0
"Michelle was great, very dependable and so good with kids. "
Reviewed by Bridget J.
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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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I have babysat for 5 years. I worked as a one on one companion with a child who has special needs for the past 3 years. I enjoy playing games with the kids and am very adaptable to meet schedule needs.
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"Kaitlin is caring and creative with kids. I highly recommend her. "
Reviewed by Ling L.
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Hi, I am an experienced nanny who is also a mom. I am interested in finding a family who needs full time care for one to two children. I am extremely patient, responsible, dependable, trustworthy, and have a great reputation. I have worked in childcare for summer day camps, babysitting for multiple families, and being a long...
5.0
"Nikki has worked for our family for the last year. And helped us transition our daughter through many changes. She is a very experienced nanny, well versed in early child care. She worked with us to create a...
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4.9
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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...
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"Patricia was great! I was never worried about the safety of my daughter! She is overall great with kids! "
Reviewed by Lindsey Z.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Skokie, IL
Amy M.
5.0
Amy helped our family while we balanced working from home full time with a toddler - she was seriously a lifesaver! She's great with our toddler, handling snacks, naps, diapers, and everything in between, and he loves playing with her. She has also helped with occasional babysitting and we plan to...
- Jeannette M.
Meghan S.
5.0
Meghan was great with my two girls! She helped me last minute when I really the needed the help! My nine year old loved her and looked forward to her coming! I would for sure hire her again!
- Anne O.
Nicole G.
5.0
Nicole was an amazing sitter for my 4 year old son. She is so caring and kind. Her natural attitude and way of being is very calming for kids. I knew that my son was safe and cared for with her. She also knows how to kindly set boundaries and ensure that kids know and follow the rules. We felt lucky...
- Anna A.
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.
Lindsey R.
5.0
Lindsey was very interested in my daughter. The two of them seemed to enjoy spending time together. We look forward to working with Lindsey again.
- Jackie W.
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Ratings for Skokie, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Skokie, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.