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Find special needs nannies in Highwood, IL that you’ll love
60 special needs nannies are listed in Highwood, IL
The average posted rate is $25/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs nannies is 10 years
Special needs nannies in Highwood, IL
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We've worked with Mary Grace on and off (as needed) for 2.5 years. She has provided childcare for both our kids individually and together (2.5 years old and 10 month old). Mary Grace is confident in our home and supports our house rules and follows my instructions...
Susannah F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a (fully vaccinated) K-2 Special Education teacher for Chicago Public Schools. I would love to connect with a family who may need help with childcare while their children are out of school/daycare. I have lots of experience with children of all ages. For two and a half years, I worked at a daycare that cared for...
Miranda can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We absolutely loved Miranda. She cared for our infant son over the summer from the time he was 11 weeks old. Our son loved her and she quickly became a part of our family. She was very dependable and trustworthy and we only wish she was available year round!"
Steve M.
Michelle R.
Mount Prospect, IL
$28-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager / Early Childhood Educator / Newborn Care Specialist
5.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am an experienced nanny, early childhood educator, nanny house manager and newborn care specialist. I have dedicated my career to working with families and children in a variety of settings. My background extends beyond working in private homes of families, and includes teaching and leadership roles in quality Early Childhood...
Michelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
5.0
"Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job descriptions and she truly goes above and beyond for the families she works for. If you are looking for someone to love and care...
Jacki R.
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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.
I have a huge passion for working with those with special needs. I am about to apply to graduate school for Applied Behavior Analysis and have been a camp counselor at a camp for kids with special needs as well as an intern in multiple special ed classrooms. I feel that individuals with special needs bring so much light and joy...
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hello, My name is Kayla! I'm a great sitter because I'm dependable and hardworking. I've nannied for families before. I've sat for children from age 0-6 years of age. I have experience with special needs (autism, etc). I enjoy playing outside, arts and crafts, and reading books to children.
Qualifications:
-infant care
-multi...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I studied psychology and child development in college. I got my first job as a part-time nanny at 14 years old, in which I worked with three children all under the age of three. I worked for this wonderful family all throughout high school and became very close with them. From there, I had two other long-term nanny positions...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Kaitlin. I am a licensed special education teacher (with a minor in elementary education) with 3 years in the classroom. Currently, I attend graduate school. In general, I have 13 years of experience working with children. This will be my 9th year working with people who have special needs children aged through...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced nanny, energetic, nurturing, warm, and caring. I relate well to children and their parents. I am loyal and dedicated. I focus on promoting a child's physical, mental and emotional development. As a Certified Nursing Assistant. I am CPR certified and trained in First Aid. I am reliable, engaging and...
Deborah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is sofia, and I am 22 about to turn 23. I am graduating from Marquette University this May with my bachelors degree in Sociology. I am moving to Chicago in early June and am looking for a full time nanny position. I have 3 years of relevant work experience working with children in positions such as a preschool...
Sofia can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
I'm 27 years old i'm Psychologist, postgraduate in Communication, I have certificates in Social Skills, Therapeutic Follow-UP, First AID and CPR.
I have experience as a babysitter/nanny (+3000 hours), I'm Infant qualification and special needs. And I really like studying about child development.
I'm an honest, creative,...
Joyce can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Nicole G.
Evanston, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny Who Wants Your Children To Have Fun And Be Critical Thinkers
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children all my life from family to friends and have been caring for them professionally for the last 10 years. I care for children of all ages, with and without special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified, Direct Service person certified, Paraprofessional certified (teachers aide), sign language, and...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
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: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My passion for nurturing young minds and my positive experiences in babysitting inspired me to become a childcare provider. With over 12 years of experience caring for children of all ages, up to 11 years old, I have honed my skills in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
I pride myself on being patient,...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I am experienced bilingual caregiver who is reliable, patient, kind , and very well organized. I have experience with twins and can easily handle 3-4 kids at the same time. I have also experience with special needs kids. I am CPR and first aid certified, and I a state licensed EMR. I have degree in nursing and psychology. I do...
Marta can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
My name is Bri and I'am empathetic, responsible, dependable, fun, and trustworthy childcare giver! I have 12 years of child care experience, and I'am available for a full position! I adore children and working with them because their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around! I am the eldest of seven...
I am the mother to two wonderful boys both who have special needs. My oldest is 6 and has severe ADHD with possible bi-polar, and my younger one is 3 with failure to thrive and GERD. Both are very active boys who have kept me on my feet. I am very used to speech/occupation/physical therapies as they both have IEP's through the...
Katherine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hello! I am Grace, a recent graduate from Arizona State University. I have 7+ years of experience with childcare, tutoring, and teaching ages newborn-14. I have most recently served as a substitute teacher and classroom aide at a therapeutic day school for elementary school aged children with special needs. I can help with...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
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...
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Highwood, IL
Mary M.
5.0
We've worked with Mary Grace on and off (as needed) for 2.5 years. She has provided childcare for both our kids individually and together (2.5 years old and 10 month old). Mary Grace is confident in our home and supports our house rules and follows my instructions for childcare. Mary Grace provided...
- Susannah F.
Miranda O.
5.0
We absolutely loved Miranda. She cared for our infant son over the summer from the time he was 11 weeks old. Our son loved her and she quickly became a part of our family. She was very dependable and trustworthy and we only wish she was available year round!
- Steve M.
Michelle R.
5.0
Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job descriptions and she truly goes above and beyond for the families she works for. If you are looking for someone to love and care for your kids the way you do, you...
- Jacki R.
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.