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Katharine S.

Full Time Nanny - Specializing In Special Needs

Winnetka, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
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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Olivia V.

Caring For Many Disabilities !

Winnetka, IL

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I have cared for those on the spectrum, with ADHD, seizures, as well as other special needs. Thank you !
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Katharine S.

Inspiring Growth And Joy: Nanny Specializing In Special Needs Care

Winnetka, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
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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Olivia V.

Fun Sitter And Dog Walker

Winnetka, IL

2.5(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am looking for part-time or full-time nanny roles or babysitting positions. I am a college student, so willing to work with my schedule or be flexible is a plus. I can help cook, clean, help with homework, errands, etc. I have experience with all ages, from newborns to pre teens. I am also looking for pet-sitting and...

Care Member says "Olivia communicates well before and during the job. She is prompt and follows instructions. She genuinely shows an interest in getting to know the...

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Demitra A.

Winnetka, IL

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$12/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hi there! My name is Demi, and I'm a college student about to begin my master's degree in Health Technology at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign this fall. I'm passionate about working with children and have spent the past two summers as a camp counselor, where I worked one-on-one with children with special needs,...
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Bailey R.

Winnetka, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
Through volunteering with young children, teaching children tennis, babysitting, and caring for special needs children, I have plenty of experience working with children of all ages and abilities.
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Cashmear M.

Chicago, IL

4.5(1)
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$17/hr
4 years experience
Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.

Marlee H. says "Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust...

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Michelle R.

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager.

Mount Prospect, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am an experienced nanny, early childhood educator, nanny house manager and newborn care specialist. I've dedicated my career to working with families and children in a variety of settings. My background extends beyond working in private homes of families and includes teaching and leadership roles in quality early childhood...

Jacki R. says "Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job descriptions and...

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Tyra C.

Part-time/Full-time Caregiver Available!

Chicago, IL

4.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I grew up in a home with six siblings, four sisters and two brothers! Three older and three younger, I also have two nephews and a niece, all under the age of six that I have babysat since their birth. I spent two years as a overnight camp counselor caring for up to 13 campers at a time. While working as a counselor, I gained...

Raynee H. says "Tyra is extremely patient, caring, and loving. She took very good care of our two little ones, and even went above and beyond after she put them down for...

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Emma F.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm emma and I work full time in Chicago but I am looking for additional opportunities to work as a caregiver. I love working with kids, previously, I have nannied for families with children with special needs. Alongside that I worked in special education as a teachers aide as I finished undergrad. I am interested in doing...

Lori L. says "Emma has been amazing. My children enjoy spending time with her. She does her best to be flexible with our crazy schedules. Very happy to have her helping...

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Maria A.

Child Care

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
I'm Venezuelan with 3, 5 years of nanny and house manager experience. I took care of 5 months to 8 years old children, also have experience with special needs kids, and CPR certified. Currently Spanish/English teacher for kids, teenagers and adults.

Care Member says "Wonderful nanny our kids who still miss her very much. She was on time, never missed a day of work, flexible with our schedules. Also helped around...

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Florence N.

Helping Hands

Chicago, IL

4.0(0)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I'm a 44-year-old divorced mother to a 12-year-old boy with Down Syndrome, who is truly a blessing. I've been a full-time mother, and I am ready to get back into the work force. I am a very reliable, responsible, and kindhearted individual. I'm open to providing care, compassion, nurturing to any age as I truly enjoy helping...
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Ana C.

Part- Time, Evenings Caregiver

Chicago, IL

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
Flight Attendant for American Airlines. I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I...
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Jill K.

Full Time Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family. About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...

Margaret D. says "Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two...

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Erika M.

The "Experience" You Want

Chicago, IL

4.2(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Travel
I have been nanny and a baby-child sitter for more than 20 years. I worked for public schools for 10 years. Playing outside. Helping/teaching children to write or do some homework is fine with me. I have also worked with all sorts of "special needs and children with disabilities". The families I have worked with have children...

Jonathan A. says "Erika was able to come on short notice and help with an apartment deep cleaning. Punctual, great eye for detail, and super friendly!"

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Gabriella C.

Nanny

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I'm a nanny with 4 years experience looking for an childcare job. I've experience with all age kids and special needs kids.

Dena E. says "Gabe has always been on time. She is excellent with both my kids that are 2 years old and 9 month old. She's been with my 9 month old since she was an...

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Juliana R.

Full/Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

Wilmette, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Juliana, I have been a caregiver for over 9 years. Especially Skills with Dementia , Alzheimer, Hoyer Lift, light housekeeping, Companionship, and Memory loss and many more. I am Reliable , dependable and honest. I am a caregiver because I enjoy helping others especially the elders. I will not be only a caregiver, I...

Deborah M. says "I broke my leg in three places and live alone. Juliana was wonderful to assist me while I was totally immobilized for four weeks with meals, groceries,...

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Kathryn S.

Des Plaines, IL

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
I am currently working at a special needs high-school full time. I am only available for after school typically, date nights, and some weekends. I would be available for summers for a full time position if you are looking for that. My experience in child care started when I was in my teens for families around my neighborhood....

Care Member says "Katy was our full time nanny for our twins for almost 3 years, from when they were babies til after they turned 3. She was so caring and they adore...

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Janae W.

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
Hi! I'm a friendly babysitter. I have 2 yrs experience with babysitting. I am very patient with kids and allow them to express what they want. I can help out with crafts and other tasks. People often tell me I have a warm aura because kids gravitate towards me a lot.

Corin P. says "Loved having Janae as a babysitter! She helped with packing my son's lunch for school and making sure both my son and daughter were fed on time, properly...

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Watcharaphan T.

Evanston, IL

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, My name is Pam. I am 34 years old. I graduated from bachelor degree in preschool education. I study, art education, special needs, children physiology, and child care. I was a kindergarten teacher for 2 years. I moved to Chicago for an Au Pair opportunity on 2013. After the Au Pair program is over, I continue working as...

Catherine H. says "Pam did a great job with our daughter on a Monday where our Nanny was out of town. She is sweet, lovely, and everything you'd want in a nanny. Lots of...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.17/hr as of August 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 2.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Winnetka, IL are rated 2.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Olivia V.

Olivia communicates well before and during the job. She is prompt and follows instructions. She genuinely shows an interest in getting to...

- Care member

Cashmear M.

Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I...

- Marlee H.

Michelle R.

Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job...

- Jacki R.

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