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60 special needs nannies are listed in Des Plaines, IL
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs nannies is 10 years
Special needs nannies in Des Plaines, IL
Katharine S.
Winnetka, IL
$20-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
Inspiring Growth And Joy: Nanny Specializing In Special Needs Care
Hello! I'm seeking a full-time summer nanny position with availability from mid-May to mid-August.
I am currently pursuing a Master's in Social Work at UIC, specializing in mental health with a focus on adolescents. During the school year, I work as a Community Support Specialist Intern at a community mental health agency. In...
Katharine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hello! My name is Allison and I am excited to be your babysitter, nanny, and/or tutor. I graduated from Elon University in 2019 with a BA in Human Services & International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I spent the past two academic years working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
Merrie S.
Buffalo Grove, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Nanny Seeking Full Time Position With Awesome Kiddos!
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former preschool teacher assistant , current nanny and mother of a beautiful 10-year-old girl. I have over 10 years of experience and absolutely adore children. I'm comfortable with newborn-high school ages. I'm experienced in children with special needs. CPR/first aid certified!
A little about me,
I love reading,...
Merrie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
I am a certified RBT, having worked with children with special needs for the last year and a half.
I have experience working with neurodivergent and neurotypical children ranging from infants to 18 years old.
having worked both in a professional setting with children and the home setting I am confident in my ability to provide...
Brenna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hello my name is Paulina
I am looking for a full time position as a long term nanny. I am fully vaccinated/booster, CPR certified and non-smoker. I am also okay with pets. I have one dog myself (medium size) which I adore. I graduated from Roosevelt University and earn a bachelor's degree in psychology (Children's...
Hello, I have worked for the last year as a paraprofessional at a therapeutic day school. I have worked with ages 5-22 both those with autism and other disabilities. As well as those who are in wheelchairs. I am open to helping with all hygiene related things and love to see the children I work with grow and have fun! I would...
Hello, my name is Sophia and I have been babysitting/nannying for over 10 year! My mom is a special needs teacher in district 34, and I have years of experience going in to help with her students. Additionally, I was a part of a high school class that allowed me to work one-on-one with a teenager who had Down syndrome for one...
I have 15 years of childcare experience and five years of classroom experience working at childcare centers, preschools, and elementary schools. I have experience working with children of a variety of ages, from newborns to school age and have a lot of experience working with special needs children. I hold an Associate's Degree...
Matthew can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am 27 and graduated with a Bachelors from Illinois State University. I have been babysitting children since the age of 15, starting with newborns, up to teenagers. I worked at the park district with the extended school program, helping the kids with their homework, reading, crafts, and activities. I assisted teachers in the...
Neena can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello! My name is Allison and I am excited to be your babysitter, nanny, and/or tutor. I graduated from Elon University in 2019 with a BA in Human Services & International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I spent this past academic year working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
Hello! My name is Allison and I am excited to be your babysitter, nanny, and/or tutor. I graduated from Elon University in 2019 with a BA in Human Services & International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I spent this past academic year working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
Allison can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Hi there,
My name is Kristena, and I'm a Christian Mom of three living in Elmwood Park. Ever since I was a child, I knew I was meant to be a mother. My first job as a babysitter in middle school, along with helping to raise my three sisters, truly nurtured my strong, caring spirit. I even had a room filled with baby dolls that...
Kristena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a nanny with 4 years experience looking for an childcare job. I've experience with all age kids and special needs kids.
Gabriella can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I hired Gabi to watch my kids ( 2yo, 4yo and 9yo) and she's wonderful with them! She is wonderful and trustworthy with children! I will absolutely hire her more often.
Thx Gabi"
Flavia R.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Hannah, and I am a 26 y. o psychology graduate and web designer. I choose to still have a part time caregiving position because it is undoubtedly, 100% my passion. I have been working with and caring for disabled adults and children for the past 7 years. I have experience providing mobility assistance, hygiene...
5.0
"She did a top notch excellent job with my special needs boy. We miss her."
Holly K.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, Mary Grace and I'm a nanny in the Chicago area! I have experience in child development and special needs care. Currently I am looking for 25-45 a week, and go start in mid August or beginning of September!
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"There are few people in the world like Mary Grace. She is kind, empathetic, open, honest, and so many other things. Her presence in my sons’ lives over the past two years has been so impactful for their development. I am incredibly grateful for her presence in my...
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
work experience as a nanny with special need children around 5 years I love to work with kids I am very responsible, loving , patient, honest, respectful. I am mother of two beautiful boys also I work as rehab aide , nursing assistant, I graduated as nurse (LPN) in 2012 I have around 12 years of career experience working with...
Doris can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
CPR
5.0
"Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her."
Evangeline E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
PT Special Needs Nanny / Caregiver. My name is Hannah and I am a 26 y. o special needs caregiver with over 6+ years of experience. Over the past several years I have been able to provide mobility assistance, hygiene assistance, administer medication, and provide 24 hour care to a variety of individuals with different abilities...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah did an amazing job caring for my 4 children - she's kind, courteous, and responsible, and respectful....and my kids absolutely LOVE her."
Amy F.
4.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Families
Hi my name Bongi
I am 26years old, I've been working with kids for as since high school I used to babysit daytime on weekends until I started doing as a job while studying, I have CPR training certificate and childcare training, I am of course infant qualified and have worked with all ages . I have 2 year au pair...
Bongi can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Bongi has been awesome! Would highly recommend her!! She’s very professional and always on time! "
Care member
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CNA
CPR
5.0
(1)
Actively looking for a part-time nanny or tutor position. Establishing trust with whomever is watching your child is key and very important to me. I've created such wonderful relationships with all the families I've worked with. I have experience with toddlers up to teens. I also have my Bachelors in English and Psychology. I...
Cassie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"If you communicate your expectations, Cassie will follow up and meet them. She is currently a nanny for our family in the afternoon. We like her. "
Paul M.
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Des Plaines, IL
Gabriella C.
5.0
Gabe has always been on time. She is excellent with both my kids that are 2 years old and 9 month old. She's been with my 9 month old since she was an infant.
- Dena E.
Hannah D.
5.0
She did a top notch excellent job with my special needs boy. We miss her.
- Holly K.
Mary M.
5.0
There are few people in the world like Mary Grace. She is kind, empathetic, open, honest, and so many other things. Her presence in my sons’ lives over the past two years has been so impactful for their development. I am incredibly grateful for her presence in my life as well. Mary Grace is a person...
- Care member
Doris A.
5.0
Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her.
- Evangeline E.
Hannah D.
5.0
Hannah has always been responsible. As a young girl she has always looked out for her siblings. When Hannah noticed her siblings were bored she would create something fun for them to do. She loves children. She is loving, kind, respectful and fun.
- Mary F.