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Jackie L.

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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Sarah C.

West Chicago, IL

from
$20/hr
1 year experience
I'd describe my personality as understanding, caring, and positive. I started caring for people with special needs when I started at my daycare job. In my spare time, I like to read and watch tv.
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Krishna P.

West Chicago, IL

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Hello! My name is Krishna and I'm 24 years old. I have lived in West Chicago, IL for about 20 years now! I have my Bachelors in Social Work and currently work at a non-profit in DuPage County. I've had years (10+) of experience in caregiving with a variety of ages. I am CPR certified, have my own vehicle, and do not smoke. I...
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Tracy S.

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
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Joelle S.

Active, Fun, And Safe Sitter

Wheaton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Joelle. I have had various experiences when it comes to caring for kids. I taught English in Korea for several months during different years. Additionally, I worked as an equestrian camp counselor for the past two years. I have babysat kids of all ages, from 0-15 years old, and have been a paid babysitter for...

Nancy B. says "Joelle did a great job as 1 of 2 sitters for a situation that involved 3 kids of different ages and a dog. She arrived on time and immediately jumped in...

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Elena S.

Engaging And Gentle Caretaker For Little Ones

Aurora, IL

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I am a young, married woman who left my corporate job over a year ago to come back to what I love - childcare! I have a decade of experience babysitting and nannying for a wide range of children and family situations, including infants as young as 1-month-old, children with special needs, and families with up to 5 children. I...

Care Member says "Elena is very experienced, responsible, and reliable. She is kind and good-natured, creative and fun, understanding of children’s antics but also able...

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Taylor K.

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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Emily B.

Caring And Fun-Loving Nanny With Experience!

Wheaton, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Emily! I am a licensed paraprofessional and substitute teacher, with experience from babies to young adults! I have also been a nanny since 2017. With all of my years nannying, I have cared for only children and multiple siblings (and have overseen countless play dates), and I am comfortable with pretty much any...

Care Member says "Emily nannied for me for a year and she still helps me with the kids whenever I need her. Emily is punctual, responsive, reliable, and treats my...

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Sydney R.

Part-time Summer Nanny

Batavia, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 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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Amanda G.

Carol Stream, IL

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

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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Lorraine G.

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
Grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 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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Jill G.

Part Time Caregiver For Those With Special Needs

Warrenville, IL

4.8(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I love helping people. I have been fully engaged in this field since my graduation from the University of IL in 1990. I have worked approximately 30 years in Social Services in many capacities including In Home Care; Vacation care; Special Recreation; Special Olympics Coaching and day care.

Kylie B. says "Sometimes Gill I is not patient but she has to learn how to be be more patient"

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Candace W.

Nanny

South Elgin, IL

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Holly P.

Saint Charles, IL

5.0(0)
from
$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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Amanda G.

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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Clemonce M.

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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Doris A.

Part Time Nanny

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
work experience as a nanny with special need children around 5 years I love to work with kids I am very responsible, loving , patient, honest, respectful. I am mother of two beautiful boys also I work as rehab aide , nursing assistant, I graduated as nurse (LPN) in 2012 I have around 12 years of career experience working with...

Evangeline E. says "Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her."

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Tyesha P.

Streamwood, IL

from
$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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Ayana H.

Hanover Park, IL

from
$17/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Patient Care Technician and Caregiver with over 10 years of experience providing quality care to patients. Experienced in performing basic medical tasks and assisting with patient needs. Committed to providing excellent customer service and maintaining a safe and comfortable environment. I also have experience with working with...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.00/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in West Chicago, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in West Chicago, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Jackie L.

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...

- Gabriella C.

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.

Joelle S.

Joelle did a great job as 1 of 2 sitters for a situation that involved 3 kids of different ages and a dog. She arrived on time and...

- Nancy B.

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