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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Thornton, IL

The average rate is $15/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Thornton, IL

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Ruth A.


South Holland, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant!

5.0

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Afordable and quality care provider!! I I have many references, CNA, CPR and DSP certified! Very reasonable many employment references , in the nursing of Illinois registry, fingerprinted in all 50 states, certified have very great reliable transportation! Fully vaccinated also!
5.0
"Very good about the patients needs"

Reviewed by Diane M.

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Shannon H.


Munster, IN

$24-28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Occupational Therapist With Grown Children

5.0

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I recently stopped doing clinic work but would like to continue providing care a couple days a week. I'm available as a backup or special event sitter, as well as, part time two to three days per week. I'm an Occupational Therapy Assistant with experience working with newborn children all the way to 100 years old. In addition,...
5.0
"Shannon has been a part of my family for 15 years. She is an amazing person and incredibly trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone to serve your family."

Reviewed by Care member

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Dalia M.


Chicago Heights, IL

$12-18/hr2 yrs exp

Teacher And Babysitter!

5.0

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I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
5.0
"She is super flexible and always had fun activities planned for the kids. They adored her. She was always on time, energetic, and ready to care for the kids. She went above and beyond."

Reviewed by Lisette L.

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Maria S.


Tinley Park, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Vailable For Companionship, House Keeping And Meal Preparation

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I'm a very patient, honest with a great personality. I have many years or experience on housekeeping and caring for senior and kids include special need Childrens.
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Virginia B.


Tinley Park, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hard Working, Kind, Experienced Caregiver

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Hi, my name is Virginia. I have 20 years of experience caring for seniors and people with special needs. I have cared for patients with dementia, diabetes, traumatic brain injury, post stroke, and autism to name a few. I am attentive and if there is any change in health conditions, I am quick to responsibly manage the...
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Miranda C.


Homewood, IL

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

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I have experience watching and talking care of children as young as 2 years old. I am able to help with other tasks around the house as well (washing dishes, clothes, folding laundry, cooking etc). I have experience in dropping off and picking up the kids from school. I have experience taking care of children with special needs.
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Vanessa L.


Hammond, IN

$17/hr10 yrs exp

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I have worked with the school city of Whiting and Munster as a special needs paraprofessional, I have also worked 3 years as a recreation aide with the City of East Chicago. Before this, I have babysat since I was 15 years old. I have over 10 years of experience with children. I also have a child of my own. I love kids and pets....
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Renee J.


Chicago, IL

< $10/hr3 yrs exp

Humble, Caring, And Compassionate About Taking Care Of Others

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Caring, compassion, humble. I love kids, I just do. I'm looking to be very helpful to my client I started with kids in 1995-96 special needs. I spend time with my grandchildren and work around the house. I am a on time person. Personal care, transporting , and individual attention
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Kaelyn G.


Steger, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

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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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Nijja G.


Chicago, IL

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Education Major And Experienced Nanny

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I have over 19 years of experience in the childcare field. I have been fortunate to work as a day care assistant to special needs children, a camp counselor, babysitter and for the last 15 years being a nanny to some wonderful families. I have worked with children ages ranging from newborn to preteen age. it has been a wonderful...
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Samantha D.


Midlothian, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello, My name is Samantha, I am from Midlothian, Illinois. I have some college experience from my time at Illinois State University. I originally majored in Business Administration, but decided to switch to Early Childhood Education. I have decided to take some time off of school, so I am available during the school year. I...
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Brian A.


Chicago Heights, IL

$16-50/hr4 yrs exp

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My name is Brian, and I grew up as a middle child one older brother and one younger sister. my older brother is autistic and my younger sister is on the spectrum but also has Asperger's. I'd describe my personality as bright, energetic, and fun. I like caring for people with special needs because I find a certain comfort in...
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Abigail G.


Hammond, IN

$18/hr2 yrs exp

About Abigail

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Previous student teacher in Indiana schools. I have cared for toddlers and kindergarteners through eighth grade. I have a Bachelors degree in Special Education and Elementary Education. I have an Associates degree in Special Needs. I am available part-time Monday-Thursday in the mornings and Friday-Saturday in the mornings and...
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Alaysia B.


Oak Forest, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Who Can Make It Seem Like A Play Date

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Hello! My name is Alaysia and my experience with children comes from family, babysitting I did for families around the neighborhood, being the legal childcare for two foster children and private nannying I have done as well. Between my brothers they have given me 8 beautiful children that I have taken care of for days at a time....
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Chandler C.


Olympia Fields, IL

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Student

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From a very early age I've known that childcare was going to be the direction in which I wanted to go with my career by eventually becoming a Pediatric Neontal Nurse Practitioner. In high school, I participated in countless organizations in which we were sent out to spend time with regularly developing children as well as...

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Hi my daughter had Cerebral palsy before she passed away in 2001 and I have baby sat for my great nephew who has autism numerous times. I've been taking care of seniors since 1996
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Paula D.


Riverdale, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Kids Deserve Special People

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I am a happy mother of a well adjusted 29-year-old and 17-year-old on the spectrum. I made it through and so can you! I am also a proud mom of a 22-year-old with ADD. I am well versed in caring for special needs kids and meeting your special ones' needs. I understand all of the nuances of raising special needs kids.
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Jill S.


Tinley Park, IL

$20-39/hr10 yrs exp

Trustworthy FUN Teacher, Game Creator & Care-taker For Children Of All Ages

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Hello! I have 37+ years exp. in professional Childcare. I was a Nanny for several families w/ ages ranging from 0-18 yrs. I was a teacher at a private academy for classes of 25-2 & 3 yr. olds, kindergarten & kids w/ special needs. Kids gravitate towards me, as I speak their language & understand their social, behavioral &...
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Molly R.


Tinley Park, IL

$14-20/hr3 yrs exp

Love Being Around And Helping Kids!! They Brighten My Day

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I have always had a passion for working with and helping kids of various ages. I truly love making a difference in the lives of others and impacting those lives in any way that I can. I currently work as a paraprofessional (teacher's assistant) with special needs students. I have been doing this job for 3 years now and am also...
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Hannah D.


Oak Forest, IL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

A Fun Babysitter & Tutor!

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I have 10 years of experience, growing up babysitting younger family members and neighborhood kids. I live in Oak Forest, and attended Tinley Park High school. I am a junior at St. Xavier University, I am studying Early Childhood Education. I plan on getting my LBS1 endorsement. I was a nanny for the past three summers with kids...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Thornton, IL

Ruth A.

5.0

Very good about the patients needs

- Diane M.

Shannon H.

5.0

Shannon has been a part of my family for 15 years. She is an amazing person and incredibly trustworthy. I would recommend her to anyone to serve your family.

- Care member

Dalia M.

5.0

Very professional, you can tell that Dalia is very passionate and caring when working with children. It was great that she was also an educator and my kids loved learning from her. No family could go wrong with having Ms. M. looking after their precious gems.

- Juan C.

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