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Barbara B.

Quality Care, Peace Of Mind

Lockport, IL

5.0(0)
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$37/hr
10 years experience
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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Medical Assistant 20 Years Experience

Lockport, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been a medical assistant for over 20 years. My background is in Orthopedic Spine and out patient surgery. Home health is a path I started 3 years ago when the physician I was employed by retired. My heart is in home health now, it has been truly rewarding. In the past three years I have worked with quadriplegic and the...
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Lockport, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Lockport, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have work as a caregiver live in , also children's with autism I have more than 15 years experience with both
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Experienced Childcare Provider With 8 Years Of Experience Including Special Needs Children

Orland Park, IL

5.0(0)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi, I'm Kerstin, A passionate and nurturing childcare provider with over 8 years of experience with infants - teens and special needs. I approach every child with patience, understanding, and tailored care. I'd describe my personality as compassionate, reliable, and patient. I genuinely care about the well-being of every child...
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Experienced Senior Caregiver Available Full-Time

Homer Glen, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
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Learning Behavior Specialist Certified Special Education Teacher, Former Caregiver And Nanny

Joliet, IL

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have had multiple prior educational and volunteering experiences working with children and adults with disabilities and baby-sitting as well as taking care of family members with special needs. My area of specialty is severe and profound. I worked my way through college as a nanny and caregiver through a company. I have an...

Lisa S. says "She is an awesome teacher who cares for her students and would do anything for them. She is dependable, reliable, and responsible."

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Experience With Traumatic Brain Injuries, Disabilities

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been trained in reflex integration, TBI recovery related to strokes, brain injury, visual-auditory-sensory issues. I work with infants to adults.

Connie B. says "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...

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Joliet, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs

Joliet, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Love People

Mokena, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Bonnie and a Nanny and Caregiver. I love what I do, and I serve to the best of my ability. I've been working as a Nanny going on 3 years . I love working with kids. I try to connect with them one way through arts and crafts, park visits and libraries etc. . I enjoy building their character always with much...

Matthew L. says "Bonnie watches our adult daughter and we just love her. She is kind and dependable. Our daughter looks forward to seeing her"

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Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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..:)

Catherine K. says "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...

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Plainfield, IL

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Ophelia, I have been taking care of people for the past 10 years plus . I have experience in all areas with kids adults and special need. I know there are a lot of people out there that needs a little help. I love this job because it makes me feel good that I'm helping other people that needs help I love to...
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Romeoville, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
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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Enthusiastic Part-Time Caregiver

Romeoville, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
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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Plainfield, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I just graduated from North Central College with a bachelors in psychology. During that time, I've taken many classes about child development, child psychopathology, and drugs and behavior classes. One of my requirements I had to complete to get my bachelors degree was interning at Little Friends. Little friends is an...
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Caregiver

Lemont, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as passionate, courageous, adaptable, hardworking I like caring for people with special needs because caregiving cultivates gratitude, it creates a beautiful and unique bond, I have the opportunity to learn new things I'm looking for a job that offers flexibility in hours I started caring for...
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Plainfield, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! I'm Cailee. I'm a registered nurse with several years of experience. Before becoming a nurse, I worked full-time as a nanny and also as an activities coordinator at a senior living facility. I live in Plainfield with my awesome husband and two wonderful kids. As a mother of two children who are in preschool Monday...
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Orland Park, IL

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$16/hr
Hello, my name is Joanne. I'm 42 years old. I am married and I have two kids and 1 dog. I have a beautiful 13-year-old daughter and a 10-year-old son who is autistic. I have had many experiences in the medical field as well with pet care. In my past, I did much CNA work, which included also a position where I was the director of...
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Behavior Technician With Kids On Spectrum

Bolingbrook, IL

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$18/hr
1 year experience
hi there ! I can work with children and seniors with disability's and autism , I have a special place in my heart to help build relationships and help with everyday needs ! I have memory care and autism related therapy and assistance experience. I was a behavioral technician for kids under 12 with autism and related disorders...
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  • 60 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.25/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 5.0

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in Lockport, IL

Special Needs Child Care in Lockport, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs child care

Carol G.

She is an awesome teacher who cares for her students and would do anything for them. She is dependable, reliable, and responsible.

- Lisa S.

Amy L.

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...

- Connie B.

Bonniejean M.

Bonnie watches our adult daughter and we just love her. She is kind and dependable. Our daughter looks forward to seeing her

- Matthew L.

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