Find Trusted Special Needs Nannies Near Me in Chicago, IL
We have 63 special needs nannies in Chicago, IL! Compare and hire the best special needs nanny to fit your needs.
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Find special needs nannies in Chicago, IL that you’ll love
63 special needs nannies are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $23/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs nannies is 7 years
Special needs nannies in Chicago, IL
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in a professional setting with special needs children and children on the autism spectrum in both the school setting and home. I have experience working with newborns, toddlers, elementary aged children, middle school and high school aged children. I love the creativity and silliness that comes when working with...
Hailey can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Hailey is wonderful! we met her last year when she was a sub for my nanny for a week and connected well with my children immediately. She has come back multiple times to help with babysitting on the weekends and we love her! My kids are always excited to see her....
Julia V.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I've always had a passion for supporting children's growth, so becoming a childcare provider was a natural choice for me. With over a decade of experience, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young minds.
My patient and creative personality helps me connect with children and...
Roddie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Im looking for part time opportunities - I have a remote job but would love a side gig or weekend job. I love being around kids, going outside, exercising and enjoy doing crafts. Personally, I grew up have 30+ first cousins and am accustomed to chaotic environments and taking care of multiple kids at once. Professionally, I have...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I am the oldest child, so I was always watching my siblings growing up. I always love to be around kids as they can teach you so much, and they're so funny and creative. I started babysitting for neighbors and relatives when I was around 14 years old and have continued over the years, so I have roughly 14 years of experience. My...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
Hi all! I have a huge bio on my other profile, but I am very comfortable and quite experienced in working with younger and older individuals with disabilities and neurological developmental disorders. It is my full time job! I work as an ABA Therapist and it is my passion! I am looking for a job preferably ion the weekends...
5.0
(1)
full-time nanny. Cared for newborn twin 2 weeks old. Maintained open communication with parents through a detailed notebook with the days activities, meals, naps, discipline, accomplishments, etc. I have been a nanny for 22 years, and I absolutely love working with children! A nanny is so important to the intellectual,...
Ella S.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Fun, And Loving Nanny Looking For Part-time To Possible Full-time Job.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have lots of experience with caring for children, including babies and children with special needs. I love my job!
Ella can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
I am the oldest of 4 children. My youngest sibling is very seriously handicapped both mentally and physically. I spent the majority of my teens taking care of my siblings and cousins. I'm used to caring for multiple children at once as well as children with special needs. I'm loving, kind, responsible and fun. I'd love to be the...
Alaina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Hey, I'm looking for a full time nanny job in Chicago or suburbs. I have a safe vehicle I could use for work as well. Over 10 years experience with kids different ages also special needs. I'm happy to help with organizing/ tidying your house, groceries, cooking, laundry/ dry cleaners. I am available right now.
I can also do...
Patrycja can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
**Currently located in Manhasset NY until end of Feb 2025**
Hello! I'm a third year medical student at the University of Chicago currently taking a leave of absence from school until June 2026. I have 7+ years of childcare experience, including infants, toddlers, and kids. My skills include toilet training, working with special...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Julia has been fantastic with my kids - great communication, timely, fun, goofy, and overall wonderful."
Caitlin N.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Patricia. I'm a psychologist from Venezuela. And I have really good experience working with children. I am a very friendly person, I like to laugh and I am very responsible. I love crafting, especially painting and drawing. In my home country, I studied psychology, therefore I had the opportunity to work with children...
Patricia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"She is very sweet and knows how to soothe even the fussiest baby (and calm worried parents haha). We fully trust her with our 7 month old!"
Lily B.
4.5
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Athena! I'm an experienced preschool teacher passionate about art, music, and outdoor education. I'm seeking nanny opportunities in Chicago for this summer and beyond. I have a degree in developmental psychology, with experience as an infant nanny as well as caring for kids with autism and special needs. My focus is...
Athena can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Athena babysat my 7-year old daughter and she raved about how interactive she was during the stay. She was punctual and communicated throughout the night on how things were going, which put me at ease with this being her first time watching her. I would use her...
See'trail M.
As a nurturing childcare provider with 17 years of experience, I have had the privilege of caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My journey into childcare began with my rewarding experiences as a babysitter, which solidified my passion for nurturing young minds and hearts.
My approach to childcare is...
Denise can also help with: Meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Fun, caring, and adventurous elementary teacher looking for a full-time Nanny job in the summer and date nights during the school year. Has 10+ years of experience with children with various needs. CPR first aid certified.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and nannying since I was in middle school (when my parents were right down the street just in case I needed them!). Since then, I have watched newborns, toddlers, and kids of all ages. I have experience with children who have special needs. I have built great relationships with the families I have babysat...
Kali can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kali was an amazing caregiver to my children for just over four years! She did both occasional babysitting and summer nannying. She instantly became one of us and I could not have asked for a better influence on my girls. To cover the basics, Kali was: punctual,...
Jennifer D.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Alondra. I will soon graduate from NEIU with a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education with a specialization in Bilingual Education. Throughout my academic journey, I have amassed significant field experience and knowledge, particularly in my service to CPS in a 2nd-grade classroom where I have supported...
Alondra can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hi there. I am a nanny with five years of experience. Nurturing, caring, and detail-oriented. I value open communication and take the opportunity to enrich the environment of the kids I care for in any way I can. I have experience taking care of up to four children at a time, and I took care of older children in the past (9-14),...
Hi! I'm Molly. I'm 23 and currently living in South Loop/ Printer's Row in Chicago, IL. As the oldest of three, and the oldest cousin of 14, I've been watching kids for as long as I can remember. I have 5 years of professional nannying and house management experience. I have worked as a childcare provider at churches, assisted...
Molly can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 8 years of experience with childcare and education. 5 of those years I have been a private nanny. I have done tutoring, provided care for special needs, created age appropriate crafts and lessons, found and brought to outside activities, assisted in potty training, taught reading/ writing/ math/ science/ emotional...
Chloe can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Chloe demonstrated punctuality, never called off, and displayed excellent skills in caring for my 4-year-old. I appreciate her reliability and positive interaction with my child. Additionally, she did a nice job incorporating educational elements into activities,...
Care member
I am a 31-year-old creative and nanny, with over 12 years of experience. I have worked with over 50 children, all from a variety of backgrounds. During my nanny career I spent almost two years at the Woodland Montessori School and spent the last of my 8 months as the school's Inclusion Specialist. In this position I worked with...
Bethany can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Chicago, IL
Hailey T.
5.0
Hailey is wonderful! we met her last year when she was a sub for my nanny for a week and connected well with my children immediately. She has come back multiple times to help with babysitting on the weekends and we love her! My kids are always excited to see her. She is supportive and kind, leaves...
- Julia V.
Julia S.
5.0
Julia has been fantastic with my kids - great communication, timely, fun, goofy, and overall wonderful.
- Caitlin N.
Patricia J.
5.0
She is very sweet and knows how to soothe even the fussiest baby (and calm worried parents haha). We fully trust her with our 7 month old!
- Lily B.
Athena G.
4.0
Athena babysat my 7-year old daughter and she raved about how interactive she was during the stay. She was punctual and communicated throughout the night on how things were going, which put me at ease with this being her first time watching her. I would use her again. Athena was great and...
- See'trail M.
Kali M.
5.0
Kali was an amazing caregiver to my children for just over four years! She did both occasional babysitting and summer nannying. She instantly became one of us and I could not have asked for a better influence on my girls. To cover the basics, Kali was: punctual, dependable, fair, reasonable, mature,...
- Jennifer D.
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Ratings for Chicago, IL special needs nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Special Needs Nannies in Chicago, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 51 reviews of the 63 listed special needs nannies.