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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Tinley Park, IL
The average rate is $18/hr as of June 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years
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I love my job! What I love most are the amazing people I get to work with. I have over 10 years experience working with students and clients with multiple abilities and diagnoses. I have worked as a paid employee and volunteer for school districts, special need cooperatives and adult service providers. This has given me...
5.0
"Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her tenure with our family. She is trustworthy, pleasant to...
Reviewed by Charles S.
Yanira N.
New Lenox, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother
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I have nannied & babysat for several families. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my review from the previous family I nannied for. I am also a US Veteran and mother of two boys (4yrs & 19-month-old).
5.0
"Our family had the pleasure of employing Yanira as a full time nanny for our daughter. She did an amazing job and was truly an extension of our family. Yanira was always punctual, dependable and arrived daily...
Reviewed by Carrie J.
Kimberly R.
Thornton, IL
$16-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment
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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...
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"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...
Reviewed by Colleen C.
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First, I would like to thank you for viewing my profile. I am pleased to tell you that I am a personable and reliable nanny with 10+ years' progressive experience in providing child care and early childhood development. I worked as a Lead Teacher with all age groups at a daycare for 4 years all whilst nannying for multiple...
5.0
"She's very dependable and loves children. She is fun to be around and always find the bright side of a situation. She is trustworthy and very outgoing. "
Reviewed by Hannah H.
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I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. Some with autism, muscular dystrophy, down syndrome, etc. I have been a caregiver for over 19years and I'm a mom of three.
5.0
"I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day! "
Reviewed by Patrick D.
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Hi! My name is Haley. I am a senior at the University of Iowa on the pre-med track. I also am minoring in Spanish. I have over 10 years of babysitting and nannying experience. I have worked with children from the ages of 5 months and children with special needs. I can provide many references! Looking forward to hopefully meeting...
Miranda C.
Homewood, IL
$14-19/hr • 5 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.
Meghan L.
Oak Forest, IL
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Meghan. I am 24 years old and have many years of experience working with younger kids. I have worked in daycare settings for a little over 2 years, and have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I am currently a pre-kindergarten teacher for children ages 3-5, including children with special needs. I...
Lexi B.
Frankfort, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced With 3 Years Of Special Education Children/adults
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I have babysat for many years and currently I work with students with special needs (18-21-year-old)
I have a passion for helping others and I enjoy working with special needs children/adults!
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Hello, my name is Lauren, and I am 30 years old. I currently work as a paraprofessional in a special needs school with elementary aged children. Prior to that, I worked as a nurse for about 5 years. I have worked in the ICU, cardiology, mental health, and operating room. I am looking for something for occasional evenings or...
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Hello I'm TJ a Newly single mother of two looking for work that won't take me too far from home. A bit about me: I grew up in a large New Orleans family, and have been taking care of siblings and cousins for as long as I can remember. I started as an employed nanny during my second half of high school for a family of five...
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Hello! I am 27 years-old and currently live in Oak Forest, IL. Outside of caregiving, I am a special education teacher and have been for the past 5 years. I grew up with 3 younger brothers that I helped care for regularly while my parents worked to help keep our large family afloat. I have been babysitting/caregiving since I was...
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I have worked with both children and young adults with special needs/disabilities for the last 15 years. I understand that it takes compassion, patience, hard-work and dedication to provide the care that they may need. Although it can sometimes become overwhelming, it's being able to help families that are truly in need of...
Courtney F.
New Lenox, IL
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have 10 years of experience being a nanny and I have raised my own kids. Two of them have special needs so I have a very patient and nurturing personality. I love to interact with kids and teach through play.
Madison E.
New Lenox, IL
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi, I'm Madison! I'm between jobs pursuing a career in public health. I have a degree from the university of Arizona and am hoping to go on to my masters program soon. I have babysat/nannied for many different families and many different children! The past jobs have taught me flexibility, time-management and most importantly,...
Mariam K.
Chicago Ridge, IL
$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello, I'm a 29-year-old doctor, who recently completed my residency at a cancer center in the Middle East. Currently in Chicago to pursue board exams, I'll be working as a caregiver alongside my studies. With significant experience in tending to patients and addressing their needs, I'm excited to bring both my medical knowledge...
Katina M.
Harvey, IL
$26-35/hr
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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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Hi. I'm Ryan. I've babysat for several special needs families in the Chicago area of all ages from ages 2 to 12.
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I am very passionate about supporting and caring for others in need. It is very rewarding and therapeutic to have witness my seniors and special needs clients joys of life. I have over 10 years of experience with working with seniors and special needs children.
Xiya A.
Mokena, IL
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I work primarily with children with autism, I can also help with general mental disorders. I have a younger brother with high functioning autism, and am currently going to school to study cognitive behavior, school and clinical psychology.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tinley Park, IL
Rita C.
5.0
Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her tenure with our family. She is trustworthy, pleasant to be around, and is wonderful with kiddos. I strongly recommend her for any caregiver...
- Charles S.
Yanira N.
5.0
Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others.
- marvin D.
Kimberly R.
5.0
Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family. We miss her terribly and would hire her again if she moved back to sunny Arizona!
- Andrea G.
Asia B.
5.0
Asia is a very compassionate and caring individual. She was a companion for my 91 year old mother that was recently diagnosed with dementia. She engaged my mother in conversation and activities. They had discussions that my mother loved. My mother not only had a caregiver that assisted her but a...
- Mary W.
Eileen K.
5.0
I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day!
- Patrick D.
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