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Find special needs nannies in Melrose Park, IL that you’ll love
60 special needs nannies are listed in Melrose Park, IL
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of January 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs nannies is 7 years
Special needs nannies in Melrose Park, IL
Hi there! My name is Angelina!
I have worked with children since I was 13 years old and I am now 23! I recently ended working at a daycare as an infant and toddler assistant teacher and have worked with ages ranging from infant to first grade! I have previously nannied for a few families as well. I have experience working with...
Angelina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
English Nanny with over 20 years of experience with 3 wonderful families from newborn to college age.
Teacher certified, CPR and First Aid.
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Brittney and I'm 27 years old. I have been working with kids since I was about 14 years old. I've been lucky enough to work with twins, infants, special needs, and more. I love caring for children, it's what I've always had a passion for and it's what I am planning on pursuing, career-wise. I am always willing to...
Brittney can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Lynette H.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Trilingual Chicago Babysitter/Nanny With Ample Special Needs Experience
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Lynette and I live in Avondale. I have been caring for children since was about 10 years old. I started caring for children with disabilities at the age of 15. I am proficient in Spanish and a beginner in American Sign Language. While also CPR certified, I have experience with children, teens, and adults...
Lynette can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Hello! My name is Riley, and I have been caring for kids for over 10 years now. I have experience with all age ranges and abilities. I was a Youth Mentor at an emergency shelter while in Des Moines, IA, but I more recently have been a babysitter and nanny for a family in Denver. For two years I have cared part-time for two kids...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
In 2004, I completed the nurse's assistant program and soon after that, I was a nanny for a family with one child for almost 5 years. I decided to go back to school for my degree in early childhood education and graduated in December of 2012. While in school, I nannied/babysat for many families and also worked part time as a...
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:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hi I am Mei, I have extensive experience working with special ed child in the past 10+ years as a home tutor and child companion. My step daughter is developmental challenged and I have been taking care of her for the past 20 years. I hope I can bring my experiences and care to the family who needs a hand.
Hi! My name is Sara, and I am a dedicated pediatric physical therapist with over 10 years of experience working with children, including those with special needs and autism. As a mom to a toddler, I understand the importance of creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for kids to thrive.
I love bringing my creativity...
Sara can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Luisa M.
Berwyn, IL
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experience Nanny Of 10 Years Looking For. Full Time Job....
My name is Luisa M. I been a Nanny for 10 yrs now. I have take care kids from 1month-11 yrs. I'm current working with a special need kid with seizure disorder, apraxia of speech and behavior issues. He also has a sister 8yrs that I also take care of her, I help. with homework, take to therapies and any other activities
I been...
Luisa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Hi there! My name is Sara and I'm interested in helping with your family's childcare needs this school year. I am a current Master in Clinical Social Work student, and am nannying while in school. I have worked professionally as an educator (elementary-middle), have been a nanny in various capacities in my 20s, and am currently...
Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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.
3.4
(9)
Hired by 16 families in your neighborhood
I passed the Nanny Basic Skills test. I worked with special needs children for five years. I was a preschool teacher. I have been a nanny/babysitter with children ranging from age newborn to 11. I have my CPR/First Aid cards. I enjoy working with children! I have my CNA and EKG technician certificate. I hope I can help your...
Christine can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Give Christine an in person interview. She far exceeds everything we were looking for in a caregiver for our son. She arrives a few minutes early. She is super attentive. She has the experience you are looking for. She is the total package."
Joe K.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
4.9
(19)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Starla. I'm a Mom, mentor, teacher, Chef, and so much more. I begin caring for children at a very young age. I've worked with babies, toddlers, elementary ages kids, teenagers, I also have experience working with special needs kids. I provided childcare from home and nannied for several families. I'm fun, loving,...
Starla can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ms. Starla is wonderful! So good with the kids of all ages! She has been helping me and my family for 7 years! We love her!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am graduate em psychology and I have 2 years of experience taking care of children as an au pair, two boys who are currently 4 and 7 years old. But I also had experience working with children with special needs, from 2 to 14 years old, in a clinic in Brazil.
I am currently seeking a position as a full-time, long-term nanny.
I...
Marilia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development. "
Care member
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:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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.
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & 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.
Olivia K.
Chicago, IL
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Energetic Full Time Nanny Available To Start Immediately!
5.0
(3)
A Little bit about myself, I'm a kindhearted energetic childcare provider.
I've professionally cared for children of all ages including special needs. I have 5+ years on my belt in the Nanny/Childcare industry, along with my working towards my BA in early childhood education.
I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I strongly...
Olivia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Olivia has expert newborn/infant care my children cherish her. I hired Olivia on full-time for my special needs newborn twins, and my toddler. Highly satisfied is an understatement !
We will continue to be a client of hers when Olivia is available. Be prepared...
Bianca P.
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Melrose Park, IL
Hannah D.
5.0
She did a top notch excellent job with my special needs boy. We miss her.
- Holly K.
Christine S.
3.0
We interviewed Christine for a nanny position for our 2 boys. The interview went great, our oldest connected with her right away and even asked her when she was leaving if she was going to come back, which he has not done with anyone. She was even 30 mins early to the interview which was totally...
- Christina P.
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.
Starla B.
5.0
Starla watched my adult son with special needs while I hosted my daughters graduation party. He really liked her and she did a great job with him. I would hire her again to help with my son.
- Care member
Marilia M.
5.0
Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development.
- Care member
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Ratings for Melrose Park, IL special needs nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.3 / 5
Special Needs Nannies in Melrose Park, IL are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs nannies.