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I just graduated ISU with a degree in special education. I have 8 years of experience. That experience included being a nanny, inclusion companion, clinical hours for my college.
I have multiple years of experience working with children with special needs, particularly children with autism, ADHD, Down's syndrome, speech delays, and developmental delays.
With 26+ years of dedicated experience in caregiving, I am a compassionate and reliable professional committed to providing high-quality care. Throughout my career, I have supported individuals with diverse needs, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. I excel in creating nurturing environments, managing daily routines,...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I have 15 years of childcare experience and five years of classroom experience working at childcare centers, preschools, and elementary schools. I have experience working with children of a variety of ages, from newborns to school age and have a lot of experience working with special needs children. I hold an Associate's Degree...
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have several years experience caring for children of all ages ranging from newborns to teens. I have routinely cared for healthy, ill and special needs children. I enjoy being actively involved with the children in age appropriate activities, such as puzzles, books and imaginary play. I concentrate on the children while they...
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Caroline I am a special education teacher! I am born and raised in the Chicago burbs! I have been nannying off and on for the last few years. For the last 7 years I worked for family, friends, and families around, where I met more amazing families! I have also worked with children who have special needs for the last 5...
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello parents, my name is Anita, I've been a Nanny for 7 years 10 years including family members children, my background includes proven expertise in nanny care operations. I tended to general needs of children while supervising and enforcing safety in day-to-day activities. My role was to serve as a loving, nurturing and...
Transportation
respite care
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi, I've been working for 26 years as a nanny for the same family and for the past 10 years, I've been working as personal support worker with a special need daughter she's 31 so I have a lot of patient I've been helping with food preparation going out helping with dressing, propane, meals, bathing, plus I also help my neighbor...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
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Currently, I am a PE and Health Teacher, and I love it! I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I was the neighborhood go to Babysitter and Pied Piper for family and neighbors.
My experience is as a Nanny, Babysitter, Certified Elementary and Physical Education and Health Teacher, Language Arts Teacher,...
Bilingual Experienced College Student Available for Babysitting
Glendale Heights, IL
4.6(1)
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I enjoy working with children of all ages. I've been working with children since I was 15 years old. But I've been a professional nanny since 20. I have excellent references upon request. I finished my associates degree and completed 3 years towards a nursing degree. I am a certified nurses assistant. I reside in Glendale...
Care Member says "We have been working with Lorraine for about a month and she is wonderful! She is caring and attentive to our child and goes the extra mile to help with...
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- $32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...
Leslie G. says "Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we...
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- $20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
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...
Evangeline E. says "Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her."
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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...
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello all,
My name is Amanda and I am a Certified Newborn Care Specialist and Career Nanny. I have five years experience as a private nanny. Additionally, I have two years experience teaching preschool publicly, one of which I was a Director. I have cared for children from birth to 12 years, and those with a variety of special...
Katheryn M. says "Amanda was a thoughtful, knowledgeable, and responsible caregiver for my 6 mo baby when she cared for H 2 full days and made a huge difference in that...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Emily! I am a licensed paraprofessional and substitute teacher, with experience from babies to young adults! I have also been a nanny since 2017.
With all of my years nannying, I have cared for only children and multiple siblings (and have overseen countless play dates), and I am comfortable with pretty much any...
Care Member says "Emily nannied for me for a year and she still helps me with the kids whenever I need her. Emily is punctual, responsive, reliable, and treats my...
Fun And Professional Nanny/babysitter With 8 Years Of Experience & A College Degree
Schaumburg, IL
5.0(1)
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- $15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been lucky enough to work with many children ages ranging from 6 months to 13 years! I have a degree from Marquette University and am bilingual in English and Spanish. I have 8 years of paid experience and have had the opportunity to work with children ranging from 6 months to 13 years. Most recently I worked as a before...
Peter And Amy H. says "Elyse worked for us last year, and managed the after-school/evening chaos for my three children, ages 12, 9, and 6. She was always on time, drove...
Live-in home care
personal care
visiting physician
Hi, my name is Katerina, mom of 2 teens living in Lombard. I am highly organized, patient, trustworthy, motivated, multi-tasker with a pleasant, positive personality ready to help you with personal care, light cleaning, organization, running errands, shopping, taking you to appointments, companionship and ANYTHING else that...
Kj W. says "Katerina is always upbeat and has a positive attitude. She's hard working, punctual, and very reliable. She has a family of her own and brings those skills...
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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- $21/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
hospice services
meal prep
companionship
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello , my name is Lara and thank you for considering me for this position! My first job was at a senior care facility (in Arlington Hts.) and I have always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to personally caring for my own mother and others in the past, I have been professionally working as a senior caregiver for...
Ed A. says "Larissa cared for my disabled brother with kindness, compassion, and expertise. I would highly recommend her!"
Transportation
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...
Care Member says "Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $22.75/hr as of November 2025
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Lorraine G.
We have been working with Lorraine for about a month and she is wonderful! She is caring and attentive to our child and goes the extra mile...
- Care member
Michael S.
Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the...
- Leslie G.
Doris A.
Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her.
- Evangeline E.
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