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Find special needs child care in Joliet, IL that you’ll love

60 special needs child care are listed in Joliet, IL

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs child care is 6 years

Special needs child care in Joliet, IL

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Wendy S.


Joliet, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. Right now I am mainly a mom. But I am hoping to find someone needed a helping hand part time during later morning and till around 330 p.m. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.
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Ashley M.


Joliet, IL

$15-19/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Social Work Graduate, awaiting LSW. Experience working with at-risk youth in crisis situations, and after-school settings. CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified Currently a Full-Time employee as a Qualified Mental Health Professional and Crisis/Outreach Manager. Has own transportation. Currently learning Spanish and taking classes, can...
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Elsa T.


Joliet, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking To Care For Children Of Any Age. Will Build Structure And Foundation In Their Lives. I'm Not Here To Replace You As A Parent. I Have Worked With 3 Children, Who Were Special Needs At Once.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I took Child Care and First Aid in high school. I just recently worked with 3 children with special needs at one time. I also prepare meals and did light household cleaning. I can also multitask. I have my own vehicle. I did drop-off and pick up at school for 2 preschooler. I am bilingual.
Elsa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Special Needs Care

3.0
"Elsa was very kind and I can tell she means well. However, she mentioned letting us know she couldn’t stay the entire time but we have no record of this. We can kind of tell she’s just starting her childcare career. Our child was returned to us barely tightened...

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Susan S.


Joliet, IL

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

(Special Ed, Transportation )

Bilingual mother of two, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some of my love to others. Senior Caregiver 15 years , children over 24 years. Alzheimer, Dementia , Parkinson and special needs adults & children 10years. MS, ALS , Paraplegic and experience with hoyer lift.
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Brianna B.


Joliet, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

"Caring and compassionate special needs caregiver dedicated to providing personalized support and assistance. Experienced in creating a safe and nurturing environment for individuals with diverse needs. Committed to promoting independence and enhancing quality of life."
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Lisa S.


Joliet, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse

I have been a full time nurse for the past 10 years. In that time I have worked with several children with special needs and some very complex children who are medically fragile. I am very attentive to what the needs are and are able to respond quickly if a need should arise. I have also worked with several children and teens...
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Rodney C.


Joliet, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I'll been in healthcare since I was 21, I love what I do, I think it's my job to help others. I'll been trained hands on, in safety care, DSP, rule 50(rule and neglect). I have worked with the age range of 17 to 85 years old. I have worked for 3 other organizations in Joliet Illinois. I just moved back to joliet; I currently...
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Mayra G.


Joliet, IL

$18-30/hr3 yrs exp

Physician Assistant In Between Jobs

I am a physician assistant with 3 years of experience and 1 years of experience as an EMT prior to that. I am currently in between jobs and looking to provide care and offer my services in the meantime.
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Laura W.


Joliet, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Job Coach/Life Skills

Hi, I have over 10 years experience working as an Aide and Job Coach in a Special Needs environment. I enjoy assisting and teaching kids/adults life skills and job skills. It's very rewarding to see a child/adult feeling empowered when they learn something new. My availability, Monday though Friday would be 4-8 p.m. and...
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Raquel L.


Joliet, IL

$16-40/hr3 yrs exp

As a substitute teacher, I have had extensive experience working with special education students, including those requiring individualized support and accommodations. I have successfully worked with students using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices, teaching them how to utilize their devices effectively for...
I am currently a CNA at a hospital. I've cared of a wild varies of people with all different kinds of problems and all different ages as well.
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Barbara B.


Lockport, IL

$37-50/hr10 yrs exp

Quality Care, Peace Of Mind

I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...
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Virginia R.


Plainfield, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and have experience with infants through school age for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education Special...
5.0
"Virginia is patient, energetic and caring with children. Trustworthy and self-sufficient in the work that she displays. She is great with children with special needs and a fast on learning new task that revolve around the child. Virginia will be an excellent part...

Genoveva R.

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Amy L.


Plainfield, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experience With Traumatic Brain Injuries, Disabilities

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been trained in reflex integration, TBI recovery related to strokes, brain injury, visual-auditory-sensory issues. I work with infants to adults.
5.0
"Loving and wonderful. A great addition to our team. She has worked with ASD children for a long time and not only understands them but also what the entire family goes through. She is like a breath of fresh air and her methods are healing to the child and their...

Connie B.

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Chris G.


Plainfield, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi.. My name is Chris and I have a passion for helping people in need.. My sister had MS for over 20 years. My Mom had dementia and other medical issues... and took care for her until her passing.. So I understand that people need help..:)
5.0
"Chris is the most wonderful person and helper. She is loyal and dedicated and always puts my needs and comfort first. Chris is passionate about helping people and does so with joy and enthusiasm. She has a big heart and a positive attitude. I highly recommend...

Catherine K.

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Phylicia M.


Plainfield, IL

$23-29/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Specialty in caring for patients with special needs. I also care for patients with disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, cerebral palsy and many other developmental disorders. I have worked with patients from newborn to adult, Developmental Disability Nurses are an important point of contact for patients...
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Katie N.


Romeoville, IL

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate, Patient, Helpful Caregiver

I have trained as an EMT, paramedic, and nurse, as well as clinical training with health issues of all varieties. I have worked with children for 8 years as a nanny/house manager and at a daycare. I have great cleaning, cooking, and communication skills with a compassionate, patient, nonjudgmental, and helpful demeanor. My rate...
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Breanna A.


Plainfield, IL

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have 11 years exceptional experience with assisting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, 4 years and counting living with 2 individuals, 1- an young male w/ autistic spectrum disorder and 2- intellectual disability and sickle cell anemia. I absolutely love and take pride in what I do.
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Sharon F.


Minooka, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

10 Years Experience Working With Elderly Patients. Ambulatory And Non Ambulatory

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked at nursing homes for 10 years until I became a mother. Now that kids are in school I'm looking to work again. I have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's patients as well as patients with multiple disabilities. I was a certified nurse assistant but it expired due to having children. I am still very...
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Kristen H.


Romeoville, IL

$18-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kristen. I have been a CNA for 20 years with 10+ years of in home care experience. I also have behavioral health background.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Joliet, IL

Elsa T.

3.0

Elsa was very kind and I can tell she means well. However, she mentioned letting us know she couldn’t stay the entire time but we have no record of this. We can kind of tell she’s just starting her childcare career. Our child was returned to us barely tightened into their car seat. I would give her...

- Care member

Virginia R.

5.0

Virginia is patient, energetic and caring with children. Trustworthy and self-sufficient in the work that she displays. She is great with children with special needs and a fast on learning new task that revolve around the child. Virginia will be an excellent part of you family.

- Genoveva R.

Amy L.

5.0

Loving and wonderful. A great addition to our team. She has worked with ASD children for a long time and not only understands them but also what the entire family goes through. She is like a breath of fresh air and her methods are healing to the child and their relationship with the rest of the...

- Connie B.

Chris G.

5.0

Chris is the most wonderful person and helper. She is loyal and dedicated and always puts my needs and comfort first. Chris is passionate about helping people and does so with joy and enthusiasm. She has a big heart and a positive attitude. I highly recommend Chris!

- Catherine K.

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