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Maranda G.

Part Time Nanny/ Babysitter

Rolling Meadows, IL

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$23/hr
1 year experience
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a student at National Louis University in Wheeling, majoring in Early Childhood Education, and minoring in Special Education. I have had babysitting experience since I was 11 years old, always watching over my younger cousins. I started actual babysitting work for clients when I was in middle school; babysitting children in...
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Ashley Nanning

Niles, IL

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$10/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Ashley and l'm from the Chicago land area! Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a...

Rita R. says "I don't know where to begin! But I guess I'll start with the word "compassion". That's the first thing I noticed in Ashley. She's a very young and driven...

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Career Nanny Seeking Full Time Position With Awesome Kiddos!

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a former preschool teacher assistant , current nanny and mother of a beautiful 10-year-old girl. I have over 10 years of experience and absolutely adore children. I'm comfortable with newborn-high school ages. I'm experienced in children with special needs. CPR/first aid certified! A little about me, I love reading,...
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Lincolnshire, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Compassionate & Professional Caregive. Children, Seniors & Special Need. My name is Natella I have 12 years of experience as a psychologist, and working with children brings me great joy. I am very familiar with the Montessori method and focus on activities that support creativity, social skills, and attention. I especially...
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Inspiring Growth And Joy: Nanny Specializing In Special Needs Care

Winnetka, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
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Hello! I'm seeking a full-time summer nanny position with availability from mid-May to mid-August. I am currently pursuing a Master's in Social Work at UIC, specializing in mental health with a focus on adolescents. During the school year, I work as a Community Support Specialist Intern at a community mental health agency. In...
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Palatine, IL

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Hello Families! My name is Heaven, and I'm finishing up my second year of college studying Early Childhood Education . I've had the pleasure of working with many amazing families, caring for children ranging from 3 months to 9 years old. I also have experience with twins (ages 3 months to 6 years), as well as families of three...
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Northbrook, IL

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$14/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm a wonderful loving patient person I love helping others. I'm from a family of 10 with a strong Christian back ground I have year experience taking care of senior and children and adults with disabilities.
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Full-time Nanny

Des Plaines, IL

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
I am experienced bilingual caregiver who is reliable, patient, kind , and very well organized. I have experience with twins and can easily handle 3-4 kids at the same time. I have also experience with special needs kids. I am CPR and first aid certified, and I a state licensed EMR. I have degree in nursing and psychology. I do...
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Des Plaines, IL

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$18/hr
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
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My name is Manita, I'm a mother of 2 children. I have been a caregiver for than 15years. I worked with elderly people, special need kids. I enjoy working for family and kids. I'm a very kind, patient, compassionate mother.
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Des Plaines, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
Hi I'm Amber and I have my Registered Behavioral Technician certification. I have experience with behavioral and special needs children. I currently work at a special needs school as a paraprofessional.
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Nurse

Des Plaines, IL

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Justin, and I am a Licensed Practical Nurse with over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Before becoming a nurse, I worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 4 years, giving me a strong foundation in patient care. I specialize in caring for the elderly, particularly in the comfort of their own...
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Lincolnshire, IL

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$22/hr
Hi there! I am Sarah. I am a college graduate. Some of my hobbies include walking, drawing, creativity, math, being in nature. I have experience taking care of children for over 10 years and tutoring adults as well as kids for over 10 years as well. I am a fast learner, compassionate caregiver, patient, kind and gentle. I will...
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Full-Time Or Part-Time

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello! Experienced nanny offering 9 years of experience caring for children from birth to school age, including special needs kids. A positive role model focused on the support and care of the child's development. Graduated from medical school in Ukraine with a paramedic degree where I learned how to stay calm and know how to...
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CNA , Caregiver,

Palatine, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I'm a CNA and Worked in Hospitals, Nursing homes , Private duties for many years. Like to provide best care to anybody with compassionate heart. Also I will apply my experience knowledge when needed. Family won't have any worries when I'm with them. Very hard working, honest , responsible, have my own car . U S Citizen . Take...
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Additional Family Member

Buffalo Grove, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a caregiver for more than 18 years. In my past jobs I have taken care of stroke victims, people with Alzheimer's disease, cancer patients, and individuals with dementia and epilepsy (my last job for 15+ years). I even took care of a man who suffered from ALS. With the ALS patient I had to maintain his ventilator,...
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Winnetka, IL

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$30/hr
1 year experience
Hello my name is Angeline. I have experience with giving care to young kids with autism. My sister was diagnosed and I am with her everyday all day I am very very patient and understanding I am very happy to help with the knowledge I have
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Friendly Sitter And Experienced With Children

Elk Grove Village, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Sally. I have been working with special needs children children at a therapeutic day school as a paraprofessional for the last year with aged 5-22. I also have experience at a day cares with ages 1-5. In addition I have worked at Boys and Girls club with 1st-2nd graders. I love playing board games with children, reading...
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Every Kid Deserves To Have Fun.

Rolling Meadows, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have worked at summer camps for 2 years now in Boston and Maryland. I have been trained to take care of children and how to also take care of children with special needs
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Paraprofessional Looking For A Nanny Job.

Elk Grove Village, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I have worked for the last year as a paraprofessional at a therapeutic day school. I have worked with ages 5-22 both those with autism and other disabilities. As well as those who are in wheelchairs. I am open to helping with all hygiene related things and love to see the children I work with grow and have fun! I would...
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Northbrook, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Dana and I'm a mother of three: 2 of my children are Special needs, one is 6 years old with Epilepsy and he cannot do anything on his own, his mind and body don't connect. He is G-Tube fed. I have a 5-year-old Autistic son who is minimally verbal (1 year ago completely non verbal), cannot conversate. I have 21...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.07/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5

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