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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Steger, IL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of May 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Steger, IL
Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make…
Review for Nichole W. by Care member
What can I say about Julie? There truly are not enough words to describe the type of person she is. I lost my grandmother at the beginning…
Review for Julie A. by Care member
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…
Review for Jasmine M. by Catearina C.
Special needs caregivers in Steger, IL
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Stefanie F.
Steger, IL
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Currently, I am a paraprofessional working at a school for children with special needs. It is my mission to serve each of my clients with respect, dignity and care! I absolutely love what I do, and would love the opportunity to help your family!
My name is Stefanie, I am 44 years old and work full-time as a 1:1 in a special needs school which I absolutely LOVE! I have experience with all ages of children and those who have Autism (verbal & non-verbal), Down Syndrome , ADHD, Anxiety, processing delays and occasional behavioral issues. My favorite things to do with my...
Stefanie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Nichole W.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-31/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...
Nichole can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100%...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Julie can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"What can I say about Julie? There truly are not enough words to describe the type of person she is. I lost my grandmother at the beginning of this month and Julie has been with us since January. She has helped my family so much and she still continues to provide...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
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...
Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"My daughter loved her. Jasmine responded quick & answered every question I had. She also sent pictures, when asked with no problem. Will be hiring again ."
Edriana D.
Julie A.
Munster, IN
$21-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have over 5 years of experience working with special needs clients. I work at a day facility and side by side in group home facilities. I also have family members with disabilities. I know not every client will be a fit, but it also takes time and patience. In which I'm willing to put forth the effort. Please contact me if you...
Kimberly R.
Thornton, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kim has been watching my 3 year old son since he was born. I hired her on the spot. She is a wonderful babysitter with a strong work ethic and provides excellent care for my son. In 3 years, she has never missed a day and is always on time. Because of her outgoing...
Colleen C.
Kesheva P.
Chicago Heights, IL
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a registered behavioral Therapist I have been working with children diagnosed with Autism and other mental and behavioral disabilities. I love working with all children of all levels of cognition. Working with a population as such requires additional education and training which I am qualified for.
5.0
"I have a child with autism Kesheva is always so patient with him. Our family absolutely adores her, and she's good at what she does."
Susan M.
Jenna R.
Munster, IN
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter Available For Full Time Nanny Position!
4.5
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
Jenna can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"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.
5.0
(6)
Hello, my name is Michelle and I am 28 years old. Below is a few things about myself!
- 9+ years experience in the ECE Field
- Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certified
- Fully Vaccinated
- Non Smoker
- Clean Driving Record
- Infant/Toddler CDA
- Experience working with twins, children with special needs & sibling groups
- In addition...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"Michelle is a wonderful babysitter/nanny. She is reliable and extremely communicative. She has a calm nature that our baby gravitated to immediately. She is also creative and has done a couple of different arts and crafts projects with our daughter, which we love....
Care member
Lakeia P.
Crete, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
Rachel G.
Munster, IN
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I love being around children. I have worked at a special needs pediatric clinic, was a daycare teacher for 2 years, and continue to work with the special needs population.
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am looking for someone that is in need of my assistance. I have experience helping all types of ages with different backgrounds. I have a reliable transportation and love pets! I am a very positive person, and I can take on several task at a time. I am easy to talk to and love doing crafty things.
Whitney H.
Richton Park, IL
$15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I have 2 god children ages 2 and 6 months they are both handful but I adore them. I do everything from babysitting them to keeping them for as long as need. I have also worked at an elementary school for 2 years now which is the age group of 7-11. I've gone on plenty of field trips with the students. I've assisted with recess....
Whitney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Dedicated and compassionate childcare provider with over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages, from newborns to pre-teens. I've had the privilege of supporting three families, including care for a newborn through toddler stages, school-aged children (6 and 10 years old), and a sibling group ages 4, 8, and 10. I...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Previous experienced elderly caregiver. Housekeeping, cooking, medications, took care elderly woman who passed away age 87. Also several years caregiver to eldery male who had cancer and passed away. Companionship also experienced with pets. Used to be medical tech. 30 years ago.
Jenna R.
Munster, IN
$10-15/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.
Hello, my name is Brittney. I am 34 years old and I have 10+ years experience with children. I also have DSP experience with special needs adults as well as teenagers. I've also worked with special needs children. currently I am a traveling substitute teacher. I have worked with ages 3 to 18, and I feel each age group offers a...
Brittney can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
I have an 8-year-old son who keeps me on my toes and shows me more and more of what I am capable of. I have worked in child care for about 4 years and provided care to adults with special needs as well as the elderly. I feel that my experiences have prepared me for anything that comes my way. Children can be a mystery and as...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
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