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Heather M.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Steger, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide include but are not limited to...
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Steger, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hi ! I have my license to work in schools as a teachers assistant. I currently am in college and each semester is different for me, resulting in me trying to work outside of schools. I have 5+ years working with children who have special needs. 5+ years babysitting. 5+ years dog, cat, horse, and house sitting !
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Experienced Nanny | Sleep Training, Special Needs & Travel Support

Steger, IL

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm Dez. I have over 12 years of experience in childcare and caregiving, supporting children of all needs. My background includes sleep training, daily routines, and working with children and adults with disabilities. My experience in home and long term care has strengthened my patience, attentiveness, and calm, reliable...
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Jasmine M.

South Holland, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I love children. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy working with them very much. I have been and am...

Catearina C. says "Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is great with him...

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Energetic, Fun, And Responsible.

Munster, IN

4.8(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
I love having fun but also sticking to the rules the parents have set. I recently babysat a family of 3 until they moved away. I've also had experience with special needs children and have tutored. I've grown up with 9 siblings, 5 brothers and 4 sisters, so I do have experience with both genders. I love taking walks to the park...

Linda R. says "First person I've hired that actually listened to how I wanted something done, whether taking care of the children or just running errands! She's always...

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Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!

Munster, IN

4.5(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...

Maria W. says "We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "

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Patient And Fun-loving Caregiver

Munster, IN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Errands
hospice services
live-in home care
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
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Saint John, IN

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Sydney and I am 23 years old. I have been a babysitter for years upon years now. I started when I was 14 watching younger cousins, then started transferring to new families! I have worked with children of all ages and even children with special needs! I am a busy-free person and always willing to help. I can...
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Hazel Crest, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
transportation
live-in home care
errands
I'm a trusting & reliable sitting who's currently registered to start college fall '25 in the Early childhood education field. I currently work as an inclusion aide / special recreation leader working with Special needs Children / adults of ALL ages! Currently Working on getting my RBT certification. So my experience with...
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Country Club Hills, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
Sparking joy and fostering growth in children is my passion. My previous licensed childcare experiences solidified my desire to positively impact young lives. With 28 years of experience caring for children, I offer a patient, creative, and friendly approach. I am comfortable enforcing household rules and enjoy playing outdoor...
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Certified Assistant Teacher (Early Childhood/SPED)

Country Club Hills, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Briana and I am a certified teacher with four years of experience with children and individuals with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, etc. I received my bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with an emphasis in family social services from Northern Illinois...
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Hazel Crest, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
I'm a trusting & reliable sitter who's currently registered to start college fall '25 in the Early childhood education field. I currently work as an inclusion aide / special recreation leader working with Special needs Children / adults of ALL ages! Currently Working on getting my RBT certification. So my experience with special...
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Lansing, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi Families! Compassionate and loving sitter here! My name is Tamiya and I currently reside in Joliet IL. I am a mother to 2 wonderful children ages 2 and 4. I enjoy cooking, crafting, cleaning, and making people laugh. I have lots of experience with children, including babysitting for family, friends, and coworkers. I have...
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Flossmoor, IL

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$15/hr
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
I love kids and have experience with working with children of all ages. I have baby sat, as well as worked in professional settings with kids and kids with special needs, and am willing to help out in any way possible to make others' lives easier.
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University Park, IL

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$12/hr
25 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
carpooling
I have been employed with the State of Illinois as a mental Health Technician, Human Services Caseworker, Executive Secretary, and a Staff Development Assistant over the course of 30 yrs. I have a Bachelor's in Human Services Management, Some Graduate courses in Psychology-- 1/2 way to Masters. I have various...
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I Am A Certified Respite Worker. Certified DSP, Certified In First Aid And CPR With Infants And Adults. Been In The Field Over Ten Years. Love What I Do And Care With Empathy.

Markham, IL

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$34/hr
10 years experience
I've provided care for children, teens and adults for 10 plus years. I love what I do and currently have my own healthcare buisness in specialized services.
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Munster, IN

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$10/hr
I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
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Chicago Heights, IL

1.0(0)
from
$20/hr
I've been a caregiver for 2 years at Lifescape as a Caregivers I provide assistance to help them with everyday activities like preparing meals, running errands, making beds, buying groceries, bathing, medications , and handling the laundry. I also have a flexible schedule and willing to work holidays also have experience with...
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University Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
light cleaning
errands
I have been employed with the State of Illinois as a mental Health Technician, Human Services Caseworker, Executive Secretary, and a Staff Development Assistant over the course of 30 yrs. I have a Bachelor's in Human Services Management, Some Graduate courses in Psychology-- 1/2 way to Masters. I have various...
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Lansing, IL

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$13/hr
2 years experience
Hi Families! Compassionate and loving sitter here! My name is Tamiya and I currently reside in Joliet IL. I am a mother to 2 wonderful children ages 2 and 4. I enjoy cooking, crafting, cleaning, and making people laugh. I have lots of experience with children, including babysitting for family, friends, and coworkers. I have...
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  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of May 2026

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Steger, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jasmine M.

Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is...

- Catearina C.

Abigail H.

First person I've hired that actually listened to how I wanted something done, whether taking care of the children or just running errands!...

- Linda R.

Jenna R.

We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids.

- Maria W.

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