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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...
I used to take care of a child with Down syndrome and I also take care of my cousin on a daily basis who has CP. I work in a nursing home as a CNA part time day shift. I also have worked in an after-school/summer program.
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! I'm Megan and I am a college freshman at Grand Canyon University, taking classes online, so I have a flexible schedule. I have experience caring for children, including those with special needs, and I'm comfortable helping with pets as well. I'm patient, responsible, and reliable, and I prioritize safety and creating a...
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- $21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
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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- $18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
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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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- $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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- $22/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi my name is Starla. I'm a Mom, mentor, teacher, Chef, and so much more. I begin caring for children at a very young age. I've worked with babies, toddlers, elementary ages kids, teenagers, I also have experience working with special needs kids. I provided childcare from home and nannied for several families. I'm fun, loving,...
Care Member says "We love Starla! My kids love when she comes because she always tries a new craft them."
Travel
grocery shopping
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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- $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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- $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...
Light cleaning
live-in home care
meal prep
errands
dementia
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Hello! I have 3+ years of experience in healthcare experience ranging from senior care in Alzheimer's, dementia and all to a companionship pal!
I have worked with special needs kids and in rehabs but I have been with all kinds of people and always am happy to meet someone new! Some qualities I can say I have is patience ,...
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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Hi! I am an experienced Nanny and have worked with my last family of 3 children for the past 8 years and was with 2 since birth. I have experience with special needs , as one of the children has Down Syndrome. The youngest is now in school full time, therefore I am available to help a new family. My job included caring for the...
Personal care
dementia
live-in home care
I have a true passion to assist and care for dementia patients. I am trained and have experience working with seniors with dementia and Alzheimer's and I am CPR and First Aid certified. Formerly a Life Enrichment Director for a memory care community. I have a wide variety of options to alleviate agitation and redirect clients...
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...
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
craft assistance
I'm a college student, majoring in Deaf education with a double minor in special education and early intervention. I have three years of experience in the classroom as a paraprofessional and a substitute teacher licensed through the state of Illinois. I provide attentive care, and I have experience in ages ranging from infants...
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Hope. I have plenty of experience in childcare, both professionally and from years of volunteer work. I'm also able to clean, do meal prep, take care of pets... I'm very flexible. I'm a quick learner, so I'm sure I could learn to do anything!
My most recent nannying experience is my current job, two children...
Meal prep
respite care
transportation
errands
dementia
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As a licensed and dedicated Direct Support Professional, I possess extensive experience in providing comprehensive and compassionate care. My expertise includes a wide range of senior care services, from ensuring a clean and supportive living environment through meticulous light housekeeping, to offering specialized assistance...
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- $30/hr
20 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi! I'm Taylor and I am looking for a part-time nanny position. I have over 8 years' experience as a dedicated nanny, and previously I was an early childhood special needs teacher, a mental health counselor for children/teens, and I have my master's in Early Childhood Education. I currently work with several families whose kids...
Mobility assistance
companionship
dementia
I'd describe my personality as kind, loving, strong
I like caring for seniors because I took care of my parents one had dementia and the other had cancer. I've also worked with elderly during the 33 years that I wasn't mental health worker.
I'm looking for a job that I can be up assistance for someone so that they could have...
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- $30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
visiting nurse
hospice services
dementia
personal care
I am a compassionate and dependable nurse, I have been working in a hospital in Michigan for 3 years, just recently moved to Illinois. In the past, I also worked in a nursing home and home care for 3 years too. I pride myself in the ability to adapt to any situation and learn new skills quickly. I have assisted clients/patients...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $12.00/hr as of November 2026
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.
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!
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