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Bilingual Child Therapy Intern And After-school-care Teacher Passionate About Working With Children

Chicago, IL

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Jessica and I'm a bilingual (English/Spanish) nanny with a deep love for working with children. I'm currently a therapy intern where I provide therapy services for children ages 5 to 16 - so I understand child development and emotional needs on a deeper level. I have experience with neurodiverse children. I'm...
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Physical Therapy Aide

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I can serve as a companion. I can also give sponge baths, assist with or give showers and help with dressing. I will make food, go shopping, drive to any appointment, provide therapy, and help with medication and other needs.
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Physical Therapy Aide and Certified mMassage Therapist Available Full Time

Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I'm physical therapy aide. I'm have experience working with special needs children and adults. With special needs I work what they need; Bathing, dressing, feeding or thus prepare food, help with homework. I do exercises or take them for a walk. I drive.
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Tutor For Kids With With/ Without Special Needs (ABA Therapy)

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello families! My name is Dani! I wanted to offer my tutoring services to a family, specifically a family that has a child with special needs. I work full-time at a therapeutic high school in Skokie as an RBT. I am currently in school beginning my masters in science in applied behavior analysis. I use ABA interventions to help...
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Therapy Grad Student Seeking Summer Nannying Opportunity!

Chicago, IL

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi there! I'm a 32 yr old grad student looking for nannying and childcare work for the summer. I've been taking care of kids and pets since high school -- babysitting, nannying, taking care of my two beautiful nieces (now 2 and 7 yrs old), and fostering or pet sitting cats and dogs. I love arts and crafts, spending time outside...
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Caregiver With An Open Schedule. I Have Experience In Occupational Therapy And Mental Health.

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hi! I'm an occupational therapist seeking a part-time caregiver role. I have 15+ years of experience in caring for children and adults with injuries, special needs, behavioral health issues, and disabling conditions, as well as people with chronic conditions. I'm looking for a role that allows me to work with folks who need...
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Caregiver For 25years And I Am A Graduate Of Physical Therapy In The Philippines

Chicago, IL

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Making a positive impact on the lives of seniors is my passion. As a Certified Nursing Assistant with a college degree and 10 years of experience, I offer compassionate care to adults. I am patient and calm, especially when handling confusion, agitation, or behavioral changes. I provide verbal and text updates to families. I can...
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Occupational Therapy With Lifelong Senior Care Experience

Chicago, IL

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$24/hr
Meal prep
errands
dementia
light cleaning
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a patient, easy going occupational therapist with lifelong personal and work experience in senior care. I am comfortable in assisting with physical needs as needed, including transferring, walking mobility, and hands on assistance for personal hygiene care. I am passionate about providing meaningful experience and...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
boarding
I have had a passion and love for animals my whole entire life. I am a certified animal, assistant therapy, activity, and intervention specialist with a master certification in animal and human health, from the university of Denver. I have worked training therapy and service dogs, with rescues and shelters, as well as basic...
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Animal Lover!

Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
dog training
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Missi. I am 26 years old and aside from my career in mental health therapy, I love doing jobs involving pet care. I am passionate about caring for animals, & have had such a huge love for them since I was a child. I have experience training and walking dogs through Pet Central Helps, where I volunteered for 2...

Isa S. says "Missi sent me daily updates of my pet Mollie and she ensured to ask me questions if she was unsure of something regarding Mollie's care. She is a delightful...

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Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
Grooming
pet walking
dog training
pet sitting
I am a current Occupational Therapy student on break looking to help in any way I can. I have a diverse experience of working with cats, dogs, and bunnies. I love all animals!
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Chicago, IL

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Pet transportation
pet walking
pet sitting
I'm looking forward to filling my time up with caring for animals. I don't have any pets of my own because my apartment is way too small and I'm never really home. I enjoy walking dogs, taking them to dog parks, and supporting your training journey. I love taking pics and being open over the phone. I hope to support your...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
For the past year, I've been pet sitting regularly in California. This includes going on walks, check-ins, and overnight visits. I've worked with cats and dogs and even guinea pigs! I'm currently a first year grad student in the Occupational Therapy program at DePaul. Since recently moving to Chicago, I've been interested in...
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Chicago, IL

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hi! I'm Kelly and I love animals! I currently have two dogs of my own but have also had guinea pigs and fish! I'm completing my undergraduate degree in speech therapy at University of Wisconsin-Whitewater but spend a lot of time in Chicago with my family. I've had an amazing experience pet sitting for many different breeds of...
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Your Little Friend Is Going To Love Me!

Chicago, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
I have always loved dogs and cats and I love taking care of them when their owners are away or busy! I am a dog owner, I trained my dog to become a therapy dog, and I have worked at a dog daycare. This work has given me experience in bathing dogs, giving dogs medicine, and understanding the needs of many different types of dogs....
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Furry Friend Home Support And Pet Pal Playtime

Chicago, IL

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$14/hr
2 years experience
I have a special needs Dog of my own so I am comfortable and experienced in caring for pets who require more attentive care. I am comfortable providing medication as directed by a medical provider and doing home physical therapy exercises as directed. I love pets of all ages, breeds and sizes. I am comfortable with kids and have...
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Care Taker- COTA License And Child Development Certification

Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Pet walking
pet sitting
Hello, I am a new mom of a3-month-old with over 10 years of experience with young children. I have worked a variety of professional and private settings. Most recently I worked as occupational therapy assistant at a south side elementary school. Pre Covid I loved my job as a preschool teacher. I then nannies as I went to school....
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Chicago, IL

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$25/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Kelly, I'm a 24-year-old woman attending graduate school for a degree in marriage and family therapy! With my knowledge and skills I can provide emotionally secure care for your children. I have general babysitting experience with a wide range of ages (1yo-13yo) and longer term full time nanny experience with...
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Dog Sitter

Chicago, IL

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$20/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
grooming
pet transportation
boarding
I provide comprehensive in-home pet care services, including daytime, evening, and overnight care for pets and exotic animals. My services include dog walking, meal feeding, treat dispensing, water bowl refilling, litter box cleaning, and other mess management. I also offer playtime and cuddle sessions to keep your beloved pets...
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Chicago, IL

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
Pet walking
pet sitting
With a passion for animals and over 10 years of experience in pet care, I offer comprehensive services to keep your pets happy and healthy. From daily walks and feeding to special needs and medical care, I provide attentive, reliable, and loving care for all types of pets. Your furry, feathered, or scaly friends are in good...

Care Member says "Sarah very patiently dealt with my dog who was terrified of her even though she had walked with her and she had been in the apartment. My dog bit her...

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  • 807 therapy dogs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.65/hr as of May 2026

  • The average star rating for rated therapy dogs is 4.6

FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Chicago, IL

To find a therapy dog near you in Chicago, IL, all you have to do is log on to Care.com. You can search for therapy dogs in your area and can sort by location and price. You can read therapy dog provider profiles to learn more about their services and offerings and can even read reviews from other customers.

The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Chicago, IL is $21.65 per hour. However, that is just an average to give you an idea of where to get started. The cost of each individual therapy dog can vary by breed, by trainer, and by your specific location—amongst other factors.

There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Chicago, IL. To start, therapy dogs can provide comfort and support to people who are dealing with emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. They can also help to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Therapy dogs have also been shown to have a positive effect on physical healing. They can help to lower blood pressure and reduce pain.

When you hire therapy dog near you in Chicago, IL, they will have received extensive training, including basic obedience training, socialization, task-specific training, and certification. If you have specific requirements for therapy dogs, be sure to speak with their handler about your needs.

When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Chicago, IL, you should interview a few different therapy dog providers to learn more about the specific training each therapy dog has. Some may focus on mental health issues, whereas others may be able to provide more physical support.

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