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Emily H.


Chicago, IL

$17-21/hr

Experienced Babysitter

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Hello, I have 4+ years of experience babysitting and 1 year teaching dance to kids. In that year, I have taught about 4 or 5 children with special needs, whom I was able to accommodate to. My partners brother has Down syndrome and I am with their family majority of the week, I'm very familiar with Down syndrome and autism needs...
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Katie P.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr • 2 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

During high school I took two classes helping out with special needs students. I have a cousin who is schizophrenic and another cousin who has down syndrome. I absolutely would love to help out, and I have plenty of experience.
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Hannah N.


Elmhurst, IL

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have worked with kids with special needs intermittently since 2019 with a variety of diagnoses including Down syndrome, autism, and other intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Veronica D.


Chicago, IL

$20-24/hr

The Utmost Care

I work currently with a boy who has autism, and I have been surrounded by people with special needs my entire life. I love working with people of all ages who are neurodivergent and need extra assistance. Between autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, and more, I have the patience, empathy, and understanding to get the job done while also...
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Emma M.


Tinley Park, IL

$15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I found my passion in working with the special needs population when I was 17 years old. Since then, I have worked with many abilities and ages in a variety of settings-everything from school, home, and recreation. I have experience working with autism and down syndrome individuals as well. I have spent a lot of time...
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Caroline M.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have been working with children for 3 years and have worked with special needs children multiple times throughout my career as a nanny. I have cared for children with Down's syndrome, Autism, and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome as well as children with physical needs such as leg and back braces. I am also a certified nursing assistant...
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Audrey O.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! I am a college student studying to hopefully pursue a career in neuropsychology, helping to advocate for kids and adults with special needs so that they can live as happily and independently as possible. I have two older sisters, one with NLD and CP whose special needs played a crucial part in shaping the way that I grew...
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Leonor D.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fulltime Special Needs Care

My name is Leonor, I'm originally from Peru. for the past 30 years of my life I have devoted most of it to teaching, tutoring, and taking care of children. I realized at an early age that this was my passion in life, what makes me smile and brings me Joy. Over my years of teaching children I have come across all different types...
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Katelyn S.


Chicago, IL

$30-50/hr • 7 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

I'm relocating to Chicago in May/June (flexible start date) from Charleston, SC, and looking for a great family to work with! About Me- Baby sleep trainer, burp whisperer, and routine enforcer-basically a tiny human's life coach. Graduating in May with a BA in Communications. Pursuing a post-bacc in September 2025 to apply for...
Katelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

I have lots of experience with special needs children. My little brother and cousin have autism, my niece has Down syndrome and my other little cousin has ADHD. I have personal experience, but I also want to go to school to become a special needs teacher. As of right now, I work as an assistant teacher in an elementary school....
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Lynnea De D.


Chicago, IL

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Art Teacher Nanny!

I have over 14 years experience working with children in the educational setting. I started out as a teacher assistant caring for special needs students. I then went on and continued my career in the special education field as a paraprofessional. I was a one on one para for a special needs girl with down syndrome for 7 years. I...
Lynnea De can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Keara O.


Romeoville, IL

$15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Part-Time Caregiver

I have experience working with many populations with special needs. I have spent a summer as a Program Coordinator at Northern Will County Special Recreation Association where I planned activities, games, field trips, etc. for teens and adults with disabilities (ages 12-24). I also worked there as a Program Assistant last winter...
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Erin S.


Chicago, IL

$22-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Available For Care

I have experience caring for my sister with Down Syndrome as well as kids with a variety of disabilities. I was a teacher's assistant at a special eds summer school for years and am now a nurse on a neurology/neurosurgery unit so I care for patients with strokes, seizures, ALS, traumatic injuries, etc.
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Megan G.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Enthusiastic And Engaging Caregiver/Tutor

I am a Northern Arizona University graduate with a Bachelor's in Special Education and Elementary Education and certified teacher. Special Education is especially important to me because I have a brother with Down syndrome, however, I have a passion for teaching students at all ability ranges and ages. I have three years of...
I have 2 years of experience in the care and support of children with Down syndrome, having worked in educational environments I have developed skills to adapt to the individual needs of each child, creating a safe and stimulating environment that promotes their cognitive, emotional and physical development. I have trained in...
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Gabrielle M.


Lockport, IL

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Gaby . Ive been in the home health care field for 6 years. Ive taken care of patients who have had different disabilities and illnesses such as cancer, strokes, Alzheimer's- Dementia, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, etc. I am experienced with companion care , medication management, bathing, lifting, cooking and...
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Isabel L.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

I have tons of experience working with people with disabilities. In the past I was a PCA to man with Downs syndrome. I also have spent the past 6 summers working at a sleepaway camp for adults with a range of abilities.
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Jacqueline V.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Young Adult Available

I grew up with a developmentally delayed older sister which has given me a great deal of experience with a variety of different needs. In addition, I was selected to be an aide at my local high school to work with the special education program for a portion of the day, which I have been doing for for the past 2 years. I'm...
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Briana R.


Country Club Hills, IL

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Certified Assistant Teacher (Early Childhood/SPED)

Hello, my name is Briana and I am a certified teacher with four years of experience with children and individuals with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, etc. I received my bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with an emphasis in family social services from Northern Illinois...
Briana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Erin S.


Chicago, IL

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter For Kids Of All Ages

I am a registered nurse, graduated from Boston College in 2021, looking to fulfill your childcare/petcare needs! I have experience with infants up to 12-year-olds and truly enjoy babysitting. I also have experience with children with a wide range of special needs as I have worked as a teacher's aid and camp counselor at a...
Erin can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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