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Find special needs caregivers in Winnetka, IL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Winnetka, IL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of June 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Winnetka, IL

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

Review for Olivia V. by Care member

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…

Review for Cashmear M. by Marlee H.

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

Review for Michelle R. by Jacki R.

Special needs caregivers in Winnetka, IL

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Katharine S.


Winnetka, IL

$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny - Specializing In Special Needs

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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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Olivia V.


Winnetka, IL

$16-21/hr • 3 yrs exp

Caring For Many Disabilities !

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.


Winnetka, IL

$20-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

Inspiring Growth And Joy: Nanny Specializing In Special Needs Care

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...
Katharine can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Olivia V.


Winnetka, IL

$15-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Dog Walker

2.5

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

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...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"Olivia communicates well before and during the job. She is prompt and follows instructions. She genuinely shows an interest in getting to know the child(ren) and taking good care of them."

Care member

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Demitra A.


Winnetka, IL

$12/hr • 3 yrs exp

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,...
Demitra can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Cashmear M.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

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.
5.0
"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 my kids with her any day."

Marlee H.

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Michelle R.


Mount Prospect, IL

$28-42/hr • 20 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

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...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Michelle is a warm, caring educator. She has extensive knowledge of child growth and development. Michelle is creative, a problem solver, and team player. She truly loves working with children and families."

Dottie D.

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Tyra C.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-time/Full-time Caregiver Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Tyra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"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 a nap. She did activities with my little's ones and they were sad when her time with us was over. I would...

Raynee H.

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Maria A.


Chicago, IL

$28/hr • 3 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

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.
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 the house with light cleaning duties, fixing meals & snacks for the kids, very friendly with our pets (dog &...

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Ana C.


Chicago, IL

$17-21/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part- Time, Evenings Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Ana can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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Florence N.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Helping Hands

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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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Jill K.


Deerfield, IL

$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

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...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is dependable and trustworthy and my girls 4.5 and 2.5 love it when she comes to watch them. "

Leslie R.

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Erika M.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

The "Experience" You Want

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

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...
Erika can also help with: Travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Erica is an amazing lady, kids had a good time with her, she is very friendly. She was very punctual, even in very short notice. Highly recommended."

Moshe S.

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Lavinia B.


Wheeling, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

CNA,CPR

Highly-dependable, nurturing caregiver who has good values, compassionate nature and 10 + extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly care. Eager to make a difference in client's everyday life.
5.0
"Lavinia has helped my family over the past several years. She is wonderful, honest, and is very committed to whomever she is working with. She has a great personality and engages people in conversation etc...my parents both loved "Our Lavinia" as my mom would...

Susan W.

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Gabriella C.


Chicago, IL

$22-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a nanny with 4 years experience looking for an childcare job. I've experience with all age kids and special needs kids.
Gabriella can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 infant."

Dena E.

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Juliana R.


Wilmette, IL

$25-35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"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, pet care, personal care, running errands taking me to doctors. She is fantastic and I highly recommend her"

Deborah M.

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Kathryn S.


Des Plaines, IL

$16-22/hr • 8 yrs exp

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....
Kathryn can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"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 her! She always went above and beyond to plan age appropriate engaging activities and to make sure they were happy...

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Watcharaphan T.


Evanston, IL

$30-32/hr • 12 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Watcharaphan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Pam was a part time nanny for my kids (2 year old and now 7 month old) during the summer. She did a great job meeting their needs and engaging with them. She took my super active 2 year old on long walks and to the park, fed him lunch and put him down for his naps....

Sara A.

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.
5.0
"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 changed and into bed. I have two kids ages 5 and 3, both autistic so she had a lot of patience with them...

Corin P.

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