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60 special needs caregivers are listed in West Chicago, IL
The average rate is $19/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years
Special needs caregivers in West Chicago, IL
Carolyn H.
Geneva, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Positive Attitude, Fun Loving CNA. Showing A Level Of Confidence And Privacy To Your Family
5.0
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I have 10 years of senior care experience and also 14 experience with special needs individuals. I am certified with the State of Illinois as a CNA. I will give your family member the best level of care with dignity and respect.
5.0
"Carolyn is a reliable and compassionate caregiver. She communicates well with the client as well as the family. She is concerned for the physical as well as emotional needs of her clients and assures a safe...
Reviewed by Marion M.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Candace was the nanny for our 3 year old son from 6/21-9/21. She was wonderful with him. Great outings: libraries, parks, zoos, pumpkin farm, etc. She kept our active boy engaged and busy. Besides taking him to...
Reviewed by Lindsey B.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her."
Reviewed by Evangeline E.
Tracy S.
Bartlett, IL
$20-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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 could have asked for to watch our little guy!"
Reviewed by Christina K.
5.0
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Hi, I'm Abbey! I am currently in school to get my bachelor's degree in psychology, with an emphasis in child advocacy. I have been working with children for 10 years now. I have nannied, worked in daycare, worked with special needs, and have experience with newborn - teens.
5.0
"We never hired a nanny before so we were scared to do so. Abbey came by to meet us beforehand. She was very punctual, flexible and especially sweet and loving to our 4 months old baby boy. Thank you Abby! If we...
Reviewed by Liesbeth D.
5.0
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Life can be challenging as is... even more so for people with specific disabilities-
I'm passionate about assisting men and ladies with special challenges lead fulfilling lives by assisting with daily living tasks so that they can be as independent as they desire to be :)
Most of my experience is in assisting people with...
5.0
"Lorie took care of my father when we were on vacation. She was wonderful. She kept the house clean and was great with my father. I would hire her again in a heartbeat."
Reviewed by Kris C.
Lynn N.
Glendale Heights, IL
$16-20/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.0
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I have experience with all ages, from infants to age 16. I am a full time teacher during the day, but I am willing to work on some week nights and on the weekends. I have also worked with special needs children. I have a resume and a car. I have references if needed.
3.0
"Lynn was so sweet and seemed like she would make a great sitter for my daughter however she was never actually available to sit and I was pretty open with my times. Weekends or nights but something always came...
Reviewed by Kelly L.
Angela M.
Bartlett, IL
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, my name is Angela. I have been in the education field working with children from 6 weeks to 12+ years of age for over 25 years and have a teenage son of my own.
I have been a director, teacher and nanny for several families. I have also worked with children with special needs. I enjoy helping children learn through play...
5.0
"Though we ultimately chose someone else, I want to share that we really enjoyed interviewing Angela and it was a very difficult decision to choose between her and the caregiver we chose. She is clearly very...
Reviewed by Stephanie H.
5.0
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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!
5.0
"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 are forever spoiled! Amanda was with our family until...
Reviewed by Julia O.
5.0
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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.
5.0
"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 dependable. Punctual and very dependable! She is sweet and...
Reviewed by Elle A.
Karen H.
Hanover Park, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi!
My name is Karen, I'm 25 years old and I come from a really big family. I'm the oldest out of about 20 cousins that I have, and a lot of my cousins see me as their aunt because I have taken care of them since they were little (and still do to this day!).
I currently hold an Associates in Arts degree from ECC, and am...
5.0
"Karen did a great job with tutoring and nannying for our 4 year old. She also occasionally watched our 2 year old. We would definitely hire her again!"
Reviewed by Dimple V.
Tahira R.
Glen Ellyn, IL
$16-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
5.0
"Tahiti was on time, congenial, caring, and careful. I highly recommend her!"
Reviewed by Susan S.
Dimone L.
Carol Stream, IL
$15-21/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Preschool Student Teacher Looking For Part-Time Job
5.0
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Good Morning,
I live in Carol Stream with my baby girl and looking for a job babysitting some amazing children this year in my free time .
I am interested in babysitting your child I have 9 years in paid childcare experience as well as CPR/First Aid/AED certified.
I have worked in daycare' s, Summer Camps with children ages...
Hannah C.
Schaumburg, IL
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile.
My name is Hannah, I am 24 years old. I currently live in Schaumburg, IL. I have worked with quite a few families the last 6-8. I have had experience from newborns until early elementary school aged children, as well as some special needs. I have watched families with 4-5 children, and...
5.0
"Hannah is sweet and responsible. She was with sour family for quite sometime. We have 4 kids total and 3 under4.She was absolutely amazing. Kids were happy to see her and enjoyed playing with her throughout...
Reviewed by Care member
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I am a 21-year-old graduate student at Saint Louis University in PT school. I have 4 years of nannying and babysitting experience with toddlers and children with special needs!
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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...
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Hi there, my name is Emily! I have a background in education and special needs. I am currently looking to finish off my degree and make a difference in the lives of others!
I have a passion for helping others that is unmatched, and I am always caring, respectful, and responsible. I am fun and organized. I pay close attention to...
Robin R.
Naperville, IL
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant. Dementia Program Specialist.
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For 7 years I've professionally managed the care of seniors and children. I've managed the care of seniors with Alzheimer's and Dementia. I've managed the care of children with behavioral and mental disabilities. I've planned the activities of daily living for both seniors and children such as: meal prep, feeding, bathing,...
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My name is stephania !
I'm 26 years old , and I live in Naperville, I just finish my full time position the last Friday in Hinsdale , I was working with a nice family but they give my position to her sister in law because she lose her job.
I'm a professional psychology and I have 4 years experience with kids ,
I have all...
Allison F.
South Elgin, IL
$18-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I am currently finishing my last semester as a student at Truman State University. I will graduate with a double major in Communication Disorders and Psychology as well as a minor in disability studies in May. I am taking a gap year before applying to graduate school and am looking for opportunities to babysit/care-give during...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in West Chicago, IL
Carolyn H.
5.0
Carolyn is a reliable and compassionate caregiver. She communicates well with the client as well as the family. She is concerned for the physical as well as emotional needs of her clients and assures a safe environment for her client.
- Marion M.
Candace W.
5.0
Candace was the nanny for our 3 year old son from 6/21-9/21. She was wonderful with him. Great outings: libraries, parks, zoos, pumpkin farm, etc. She kept our active boy engaged and busy. Besides taking him to fun places, Candace is a great educator for his age. She taught him letters, numbers,...
- Lindsey B.
Doris A.
5.0
Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her.
- Evangeline E.
Tracy S.
5.0
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 could have asked for to watch our little guy!
- Christina K.
Abbey H.
5.0
We never hired a nanny before so we were scared to do so. Abbey came by to meet us beforehand. She was very punctual, flexible and especially sweet and loving to our 4 months old baby boy. Thank you Abby! If we are ever in the USA with kids we will definitely book Abby again!
- Liesbeth D.
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