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Harriet K.

Special Needs

Streamwood, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
I have worked with seniors since 2007 to date. I have worked in Client's homes and in facilities. I have enjoyed working with each and every one of them. in I enjoy to know my clients individually, their needs and concerns. I enjoy making a connection with my clients and making them feel at home. I'm a happily married woman with...
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Streamwood, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I've worked with children ages 1-16 with cerebral palsy. I believe that these parents need someone with patient and love to care for a special need individual. I believe that I am that person.
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Paraprofessional

Streamwood, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Educated helping service professional with experience in human service settings and management. History of establishing rapport and building leadership that motivates those around me. Striving to make a positive impact on others by continuing to be an active influencer in my community. Specializing in Elementary Aide for...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Streamwood, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I worked as a teacher's assistant in every grade K-5 for seven years. During that time I worked with general education students as well as one on one with students with special needs. I have also previously worked as an after school nanny part time. I worked for two different families, each one for a year. Both families had two...
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Friendly And Responsible Babysitter Who Loves Making Kids Smile/have Fun While Keeping Them Safe!

Streamwood, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hello, I'm kaylee! I'm a senior at Schaumburg High school and am 18. As a caregiver, my passion for nurturing young minds stems from my previous babysitting experiences and my unwavering commitment to making a positive impact on their lives. My calm and friendly demeanor creates a nurturing environment for children, where...
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Streamwood, IL

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$19/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for. My three years of babysitting experience have shaped my desire to support families by providing reliable care. I am patient, calm, and happy to follow your lead in enforcing household rules. I have a college degree and experience with special needs children. I'm...
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Streamwood, IL

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Educated helping service professional with experience in human service settings and management. History of establishing rapport and building leadership that motivates those around me. Striving to make a positive impact on others by continuing to be an active influencer in my community. Specializing in Elementary Aide for...
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Been Working With Children Of All Ages For More Then Ten Years

Elgin, IL

4.5(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Professional Nanny & House Manager Dedicated, nurturing, and highly experienced childcare professional with over 18 years of hands-on experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers, including multiples and children with special needs. CPR and First Aid certified, I specialize in creating safe, engaging, and...

Care Member says "Nicole has always been amazing with the kids and very helpful and accommodating! She’s been able to help us in a pinch and is so sweet! "

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Nanny

South Elgin, IL

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I raised my own children, my son (33) and my daughter (23). Over the past 20 years, I have served as a toddler teacher, and home-daycare provider, and served 4 different families as a nanny for the last decade. I also have experience working with people with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy working with...

Care Member says "We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are home from...

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Kind And Patient Caregiver

Arlington Heights, IL

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
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...

Amaralys A. says "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....

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Licensed Practical Nurse

Rolling Meadows, IL

3.0(0)
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$25/hr
3 years experience
I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
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Nanny

West Chicago, IL

4.3(1)
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$10/hr
8 years experience
Travel
Hello! My name is Jackie, I am 21 years old and currently live in West Chicago! I have been a nanny for the past year and a half, and have babysat for different families since I was 12 years old, including various ages from newborn to teenagers along with different special needs. I speak English fluently and took 6 years of...

Gabriella C. says "Jackie was so helpful! I always came home to a clean house with dishes done and the vacuum ran. She came up with fun games for the kids to play. She...

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Saint Charles, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I truly enjoy helping all populations, Seniors, Children and special need clients. I have experience working with all listed above.
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21 Years Old, Palatine,IL,Elementary Education Major

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi Families! I am an Education Major at Mizzou and will be a senior in the fall. I can start immediately - days, nights, weekends, and with little notice. I have a reliable, safe SUV to drive your children. I enjoy kids of all ages and abilities. I bring several years of experience being a nanny to a family with special needs....

Chris D. says "Great with children, very polite"

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Bilingual Experienced College Student Available for Babysitting

Glendale Heights, IL

4.6(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
I enjoy working with children of all ages. I've been working with children since I was 15 years old. But I've been a professional nanny since 20. 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 Glendale...

Care Member says "We have been working with Lorraine for about a month and she is wonderful! She is caring and attentive to our child and goes the extra mile to help with...

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Experience with Special Needs

Palatine, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 10 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 and a. caregiver to a lovely little boy for over 3 years my most recent job was with a little boy with autism.

Care Member says "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...

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Carol Stream, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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...

Katheryn M. says "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...

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Experienced And Helpful Caregiver Availiable

Arlington Heights, IL

4.8(1)
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$23/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
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...

Ed A. says "Larissa cared for my disabled brother with kindness, compassion, and expertise. I would highly recommend her!"

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Fun And Professional Nanny/babysitter With 8 Years Of Experience & A College Degree

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been lucky enough to work with many children ages ranging from 6 months to 13 years! I have a degree from Marquette University and am bilingual in English and Spanish. I have 8 years of paid experience and have had the opportunity to work with children ranging from 6 months to 13 years. Most recently I worked as a before...

Peter And Amy H. says "Elyse worked for us last year, and managed the after-school/evening chaos for my three children, ages 12, 9, and 6. She was always on time, drove...

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  • The average post rate is $18.12/hr as of December 2025

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

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

Nicole P.

Nicole has always been amazing with the kids and very helpful and accommodating! She’s been able to help us in a pinch and is so sweet!

- Care member

Candace W.

We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are...

- Care member

Larissa D.

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...

- Amaralys A.

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