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Levelyn O.

Special Needs Assistance Care

Wayne, IL

from
$13/hr
2 years experience
Part of the love I have for nursing is tending to the needs of patient clients with specific special needs. It is the one on one help and attention to their individual needs that I love about it. The reward is seeing my patient succeed, advancing in their own abilities.
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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
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
+ 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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Amanda G.

Carol Stream, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello all, I have two years experience caring for children with special needs, including autism, epilepsy, and ADHD. I use doctor recommended strategies and techniques to provide emotional and physical support to my clients and their families. I look forward to meeting with you!

Julia O. says "We hired Amanda as our full time nanny to watch our son when he was 8mo old. It was our first nanny experience so we didn't know what to expect, and now we...

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Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care

Bartlett, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...

Christina K. says "Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I...

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Carol Stream, IL

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

West Chicago, IL

4.3(1)
from
$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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Special Needs Caregiver

Wheaton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have had a good amount of experience with special needs from young to old. I have been working through Care for sometime now and love the families I work for. I am very positive and upbeat, very patient and kind, and do everything I can to make my client feel loved and comfortable and happy.

Elle A. says "Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She is very...

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Part Time Caregiver

Geneva, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently an Early Childhood Special Education teacher who has worked with both typically developing children and children with additional needs including autism, social communication disorder, down syndrome, speech delays, developmental delays and OHI.
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Nanny

South Elgin, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
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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Bilingual Experienced College Student Available for Babysitting

Glendale Heights, IL

4.6(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
+ 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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Been Working With Children Of All Ages For More Then Ten Years

Elgin, IL

4.5(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
+ 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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Part-time / As Needed Care Giver Available!

Glendale Heights, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, My name is Lorraine. I m 34yrs old. I'm a certified nurses assistant and have completed 3 yrs towards a nursing degree. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am naturally patient, loving and nurturing. I believe in treating the people I care for with respect and as though they are a...

Susan C. says "Lorraine assisted me with transportation and after care of surgery. She is dependable, kind, willing to run errands for me. Would highly recommend her and...

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Part-time Summer Nanny

Batavia, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Sydney, I am 24 years old and a student at the Chamberlain University. I am studying nursing with the goal to be a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. I am the oldest out of 3 and helped out a lot with my siblings when they were younger. I have a wide range of experience watching kids from infants to pre-teens as well...

Andrea W. says "I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She frequently cares for...

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Wheaton, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
I'm currently a certified nurses assistant at a local nursing home here in Wheaton and currently looking for one time care . I however do not drive currently but I am super reliable. I have experience with all ages including adults and children with a variety behavior and or special needs. I also have experience working with...
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Looking For Something To Do On The Weekends.

Elgin, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hi my name is Brittany, I am 23 I have 10+ years of experience with childcare from newborns-infants-toddlers. Including date nights, multiples, overnights and with special needs children. I am CPR certified, I have reliable transportation and love being outside for activities. I enjoy doing learning activities and or motor...
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Child Care

Warrenville, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Corporate mom transitioning back to babysitting and looking for wonderful families to support! I have a 15-month-old son and would love to help a family who, like me, doesn't want daycare as an option. I am a former au pair and nanny, I have experience with multiples and special needs. My son follows a flexible routine that's...
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I'm Cillian & I Would Love To Connect With A Great Family And Offer Consistent, Dependable Support.

Hanover Park, IL

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Flexible availability. I started working with kids as soon as I was 4! My sister & cousin was the first of many, so naturally I helped care and babysit them. It was clear to me that childcare was my true passion even at a young age. I participated in my high school preschool program and got to feel what it would be like as a...
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Highly Experienced, Affordable

Saint Charles, IL

from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Seeking occasional child care opportunities. I've been working with kids since I was 13, babysitting for neighorhood families. I started working at a daycare at 18 until 24 when I graduated with a degree in Communication Disorders. I currently provide speech therapy to ages 18 months to adult. I have vast experience with all...
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Caregiver

Roselle, IL

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
I have truly enjoyed working as a caregiver for seniors or special needs for around 8 years. I am a patient, empathetic, respectful person who values honesty and compassion. It is very important to me to do my best in my work.
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Elgin, IL

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$22/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, my name is sandy . I bring 15 years of trusted nanny experience, working with infants through teens , including children with special needs. Families describe me as reliable, patient, and attentive. I have open availability during the day , some evenings , and Saturdays, and im looking for a long- term position with the...
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  • The average post rate is $13.00/hr as of February 2026

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

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

Elyse M.

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,...

- Peter And Amy H.

Amanda G.

We hired Amanda as our full time nanny to watch our son when he was 8mo old. It was our first nanny experience so we didn't know what to...

- Julia O.

Tracy S.

Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family...

- Christina K.

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