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- $28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Donyel and I have over 20 years of experience in providing care to persons with special needs of all ages. With training and certifications including but not limited to Home Healthcare, Adult and Child/Infant CPR/First Aid and AED, Crisis Management, Abuse & Neglect, Alzheimer's/Dementia, Hospice care, and Medication...
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- $17/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I enjoy kids because they are constantly learning and growing, and tend to teach adults practical life skills (patience, love and kindness).
I'm looking for a job that is flexible but also one that treats their caregivers like their own family with respect and transparency.
In my spare time, I like to explore new foods,...
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light cleaning
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My name is Sofia , and I'm honored to have worked as a full-time nanny for the past 7 years.
I have experience working with multiple kids at a time, including twins, newborns, and kids with special needs.
Before becoming a nanny, I worked as a Behavioral Therapist for two years, where I learned valuable techniques to...
Athena R. says "Sofía es una persona muy puntual y responsable de su trabajo, ocasionalmente cuida de mis tres hijos. durante el tiempo que ha estado con ellos ha...
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Learning and Playing with children has blessed me with the most wonderful memories of all!
Teaching a child to express themselves and communicate through music and sign language (ASL) and watching their frustrations ease, are some of the reasons I became a Nanny. I am a loving Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of...
Maria G. says "Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had! She's...
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- $28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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Hi-I'm Amy! I have 22 years of experience; I fell in love for babysitting at a young age. I began caring for family, friends, neighbors and through referrals. I have extensive experience from newborn to 16 years old, caring for multiples (twins, triplets) and special needs care.
In high school, I worked as a childcare supervisor...
Ashley C. says "Amy has been a wonderful source of loving, reliable childcare when needed throughout the past few years. Would gladly recommend! "
I've been working with kids with special needs and disabilities for the last four years through the Penguin Project of McLean County as well as being a student aide in the Rochester school district. This is a special group that utilizes the acting talents of kids with special needs and disabilities with a peer mentor on stage....
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4 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi I'm Juliana!
I am COVID vaccinated, CPR certified, and have loads of experience especially with multiples and special needs.
A little about me-
* I have a huge family I adore!
* I'm the oldest out of 9 siblings.
* I own an online business where I make and sell realistic and therapeutic baby dolls.
* In my free time I love...
Stacey C. says "Kids had a blast playing with Juliana!"
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- $22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! Thanks for taking time out of your schedule to look at my profile!
My name is Lisa and I graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor's of Arts and Science in Theater Design and Production. During my years there, I've learned such skills as sewing, various arts and crafts methods, and managing teams of people....
Anna G. says "My three children (2, 7, 9) all adore Lisa and so do we. At the start of the school year she not only watched our 2 year old but also made sure the old two...
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
It is simply said best when stated ' Your special needs are my special needs" with that being said My name is Jennifer, I am 44 years old and have 23 plus years experience in a variety of setting in the healthcare field. I have worked in the special needs area and find that it is one of the most fulfilling feelings, knowing The...
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- $29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
dementia
errands
hospice services
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I am an educated Caregiver and Consultant with availability throughout Illinois, with domestic & international travel flexibility to clients wherever you may reside. With over 20 years of experience with Homecare, Childcare, Expectant Mothers, Hospice, Respite, Rehabbing, Special Needs, and Family support, well-rounded skill...
Care Member says "Donyel was loving and thoughtful with our children. She played with them both actively and creatively. Our children loved her. "
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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
A compassionate caregiver (CNA) with a strong history in home health care. My expertise is genuinely caring for the seniors needing assist in everyday living . I am a quick learner, someone who is efficient and can multitask, a person who is reliable and dependable. My background experience consists of 13+ years of elderly care,...
Darleena W. says "Priscilla is very professional and caring. We are so fortunate to have her taking care of our mom. "
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3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm a student at Lake Forest College and I am on the pre-med track to become a doctor. I have experience working with kids as well as various ages of students with special needs! Being a special needs student peer has been an amazing experience! I have also coached preschool and elementary level soccer programs. I enjoy...
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carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
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Hi! My name is Sam and I've been babysitting since I was basically a kid myself! I love kids and was a nanny the past two summers for a young special needs girl. I have experience babysitting newborns and multiple children at a time! I also worked as a caregiver at the after school daycare for St. Mary's Primary School. I'm...
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- $15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a Mom of three children ages 25, 22, and 12. I have many years of experience in childcare though our parish and school, along with volunteering with children with special needs in the area of Adaptive Water Sports. I am also a foster parent and adoptive parent.
Swimming supervision
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grocery shopping
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Thank you for the opportunity to introduce myself! I have eight years of professional experience working with special needs children in the public school system. I enjoy all children and their individuality. My approach supporting and caring for children is to focus on their special interests while using patience and gentle...
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- $10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hello! My name is Christina and I and a certified special education teacher with an early childhood certification. After 6 years of teaching, I have stepped away from my job to spend more time with my two daughters, ages 2 and 6 months. I own a licensed, in home daycare located on the northeast side of Kenosha. I have multiple...
I've baby sat two special needs kids around the ages of 4 and 3 for 1 year. I've had various babysitting jobs. I'm available Monday-Friday 40hrs a week.
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Hi there, my name is Esmeralda I am 27 years old. I have many years of experience in babysitting with children in every age group. I also have one year of experience working as a teacher helper in an elementary school where I worked with special needs students and had such a wonderful time but the school year has come to an end...
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grocery shopping
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I have worked with special needs children the past 18 years. I also take care of 2 adults at night and have coached Special Olympics for 6. My husband and I have 4 rescue dogs and a bearded dragon. Taking care is my passion. If you would like to know more please message me :-)
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of January 2026
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Sofia Z.
Sofía es una persona muy puntual y responsable de su trabajo, ocasionalmente cuida de mis tres hijos. durante el tiempo que ha estado con...
- Athena R.
Donyel H.
Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had!...
- Maria G.
Jill K.
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...
- Margaret D.
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