Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Zion, IL

We have 60 special needs caregivers in Zion, IL! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.

All caregivers with this badge are background checked.

Hero image

Available Now in Zion!

Laimute B.'s Photo

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Lake Forest, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Live-in home care
meal prep
errands
home modification
dementia
+ 1 more
Hello! Are you looking for elderly care provider in the northern and northwestern suburbs? I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 20+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time, or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have excellent North Shore...

Irene K. says "Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on,...

See profile
Lauren G.'s Photo

Theraputic Nanny

Highwood, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses. As a public school teacher of many...

Ann D. says "Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time...

See profile
Valerie R.'s Photo

Spring Grove, IL

4.8(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I am a mom of 2 grown sons and a young, energetic grandmother of 7, ranging from 2 years to 15 years old. I have many years of experience caring for babies, toddlers, and adolescents. I have experience tutoring 6, 7, and 8th graders with IEP's. I also have extensive skills required for special needs and can perform various...

Alyce L. says "Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came through 100% and the...

See profile
Jill K.'s Photo

Full Time Nanny

Deerfield, IL

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
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...

See profile
Amy G.'s Photo

Babysitter And Childcare Provider

Ingleside, IL

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
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! "

See profile
Lisa H.'s Photo

Special Needs

Lake Villa, IL

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
4 years experience
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....
See profile
Jennifer W.'s Photo

Care With Compassion

Sturtevant, WI

5.0(0)
from
$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...
See profile
Lisa H.'s Photo

Part-Time Human Trainer And Wrangler ;)

Lake Villa, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
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...

See profile
Ashley R.'s Photo

Full-time/part-time Babysitter

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$21/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! I started babysitting about 7 years ago. I have experience working with children from ages 1-13 years old. On top of babysitting, I was a teachers assistant where I learned how to work with children with special needs. I have tutored with AVID and helped with Spanish, writing, SAT prep, math and reading skills. I have...

Henry H. says "Ashley was great with our three kids. Helpful, positive and energetic. Would definitely hire again."

See profile
Jenny L P.'s Photo

Kenosha, WI

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
personal care
errands
hospice services
dementia
+ 1 more
I am a mother of 5 children and 2 grandchildren. I have my CNA and 10 plus years of experience in caregiving Special needs and Elderly. I can help with Transportation Services, Errands/Shopping, personal care, light cleaning, meal preparation, medication, safety, companionship. I love to make everyone's day better. I was...
See profile
Lola H.'s Photo

Fun, Responsible, Experienced

Lake Forest, IL

from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
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...
See profile
Samantha D.'s Photo

Lake Bluff, IL

from
$15/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
+ 1 more
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...
See profile
Christina R.'s Photo

Nanny And Tutor- Experience With Special Needs Children

Racine, WI

from
$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...
See profile
Francisco G.'s Photo

Highland Park, IL

from
$27/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
errands
companionship
+ 1 more
My name is Francisco. I am a CNA with over 10 years of experience in hospitals, nursing homes, hospice, and home care. I am bilingual in English and Spanish, a non-smoker, and CNA licensed in Illinois. I am 6 feet 2 inches tall and strong, able to safely assist with mobility, transfers, and lifting. I have worked with ALS...
See profile
Stephanie K.'s Photo

Ingleside, IL

from
$28/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
As a childcare provider with 26 years of experience, I've had the privilege of nurturing and educating young minds, shaping their early development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences and a deep desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. My patient, calm, and friendly nature...
See profile
Lauren R.'s Photo

Lake Villa, IL

from
$25/hr
4 years experience
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.
See profile
Jacelyn M.'s Photo

Kenosha, WI

from
$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Jacelyn and I am a reliable, caring, and hardworking individual currently in graduate school for nursing. My background in healthcare has taught me to be attentive, patient, and well-prepared to support others with compassion and professionalism. Before starting grad school, I worked in a veterinary hospital, so...
See profile
Natalie T.'s Photo

Enjoy To Be Working With Children

Grayslake, IL

from
$18/hr
5 years experience
Hi, my name is Natalie, and Im 26 years of age. I have been working with Multi-Disability for three years, and I love every minute I get to spend with the children. Each child that I have worked with has a different personality, and I have built a friendship where they can trust me and feel safe around me. I like to take the...
See profile
Igor P.'s Photo

Holistic Health Coach - Nutrition Counselor, Plant-Based , Raw Cook

Round Lake, IL

from
$20/hr
4 years experience
I can guide and mentor people how to prevent, cure their chronic. severe incurable diseases like diabetes, arthritis, depression, anorexia, addiction, cancer MS.. and can fix their relationship problems , through the real , live food, proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle, helping your doctors and other healthcare professionals...
See profile
Megan V.'s Photo

Kenosha, WI

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi families! I'm a special education teacher and caregiver with over 20 years of childcare experience and 11 years supporting individuals with diverse needs. I've worked with infants through adults, including individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, behavioral/emotional needs, medical needs, and developmental...
See profile

Showing 41 - 60 of 60

  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $18.00/hr as of October 2026

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Zion, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Laimute B.

Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant...

- Irene K.

Lauren G.

Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it...

- Ann D.

Valerie R.

Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came...

- Alyce L.

Special Needs Caregiver Articles