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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Arlington Heights, IL

The average posted rate is $21/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Arlington Heights, IL

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Jessica H.


Palatine, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking To Put My Skills To Use!

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Hello! my name is Jessica. I have spent most of my adult life babysitting/ nannying. I love being around kids and watching them grow. I also have worked with children with sensory issues and physical disabilities. On top of that I have worked in the emergency room transporting people so I have experience with all age groups in...
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Jessica M.


Highland Park, IL

$17/hr1 yrs exp

Flexible, Playful, Active, And Patient

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

No longer available. Currently living in Highland Park, I attend Western Michigan University, majoring in exercise science and minoring in psychology. I come from a family of four kids, one with special needs, and as the oldest sibling/cousin, I truly love kids of all ages! I am responsible, outgoing, playful, kind, and...
Jessica can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Thet K.


Wheeling, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time/Full-time CNA Caregiver

I worked in nursing home for a year. I have been working as CNA/caregiver in home health setting since 2010. I have had experiences in taking care of clients with quadriplegic, Cerebral Palsy (mild to severe type), Autism, mental illness, Asperger's, ADHD, Neurological genetic disorder and other special needs. I also possess the...
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Hannah S.


Mount Prospect, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter With Experience Working With Children With Special Needs

Hi! My name is Hannah and I am a creative and energetic 20-year-old. I have experience working with children in many different settings. I have been a soccer coach and a soccer referee for several years. I am currently an inclusion aid for the park districts and a registered behavior technician (RBT). I work with and have...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Olivia K.


Schaumburg, IL

$16-18/hr6 yrs exp

Friendly, Kind, Responsible Babysitter

I am CPR certified and I have my drivers license. I can cook, clean, do laundry, and general house work along with childcare. I've also worked in a preschool and with special needs children. I can help with pre-K through junior high tutoring. And I've had my babysitting license in the state of Illinois for 6 years, and have tons...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Carrie K.


Palatine, IL

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

I work in a nursery at my church . I watch kids during church services. I also have baby sat for younger neighbors in my past. I am able to help with special needs if needed. I went to my moms work a few times and worked with them, also I was in best buddies in High School.
Carrie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Sally T.


Elk Grove Village, IL

$18-24/hr1 yrs exp

Paraprofessional Looking For A Nanny Job.

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...
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Merrie S.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$25/hr10 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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

I'm a dedicated childcare professional with over 5 years of experience. Currently pursuing a degree in children's therapy at Walden University, I'm passionate about nurturing children's emotional, cognitive, and social development. I attend online school so I'm available long past summer! I currently work as a Behavioral...
Sasha can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Amy W.


Wheeling, IL

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Special-Needs Caregiver

I am a Special Education Paraprofessional in a Kindergarten classroom! My main responsibilities were to assist the students with recreational and educational activities, practice behavior management, help with toileting, and of course keep the kids safe. In college, I interned with Community Access Naperville, a...
I have been part of a club where I do after school activities with children/ teenagers with special needs for two years, and occasionally spending time in the special needs room helping out the teachers during my study hall. I enjoy spending time with them and helping them learn more life skills.
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Nori C.


Palatine, IL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Available Some Evenings And Some Weekends, Also Experienced With Special Needs

I am a mother of two grown children, a grandmother of a 20 yr old young lady . Who works part time as a school bus assistant and also a Zumba instructor. Love the spark of life children put in my days! Seems I am always surrounded by them. :) I have been working for District 15 for 26 years now while in between routes I teach...
Nori can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Olivia T.


Palatine, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver- Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Olivia! I am currently 26 years old and will be starting graduate school for Occupational Therapy at Drake University. I have been working in the special needs field since I was in high school. I was a volunteer for a local special recreation association when I first started out, and then I became an inclusion...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Megan H.


Northbrook, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Megan. I am 23 years old. I am a high school teacher with over 10 years of experience working with kids. love working with kids and I have babysat 12 families in my hometown. I have babysat toddlers, children, preteens and teenagers. I also have babysat children with special needs. I am known for being...
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sarah N.


Lake Zurich, IL

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked at Clearbrook for the last 28 years and have decided to retire as of July 5 2023. I've worked in all capacities of Clearbrook working with mentally and physically challenged adults. I have also, worked with preschool aged kids and infants throughout the years as well. I do have a special needs sister who I feel has...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I am very good with most of things such as babysitting, senior help, special help, cleaning. I am mother of 3 children. There are all go to school that's why I am looking for something to do. I
I am looking for a position taking care of 1-2 children, either part -time or full time. I am currently working as a temporary nanny to my 3-yr old niece, but that situation will be changing right after Christmas. In addition to being a single mom to a 15-yr old son, I have many years of experience babysitting for various family...
Kelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

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Olivia T.


Palatine, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Part/Full-Time Caregiver

I have been working with individuals with special needs since I was in High School. I started off volunteering for a special recreation association for various programs. After my freshman year of college, I worked as an inclusion aide for kiddos with autism and other special needs. I loved it. I worked for that company for 3...
I am reliable caring and loving person I am gentle and love helping people especially those who have special needs. I want to provide with comfort and security of having trustworthy.
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Giselle V.


Highland Park, IL

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual Nanny Certified CPR And First Aid Training

Hi there! I'm seeking the opportunity to work with a family to help manage the needs of their children while offering a warm and welcoming environment for them to learn and grow. My experience comes from babysitting for friends, and family. I'm the oldest sibling and that alone comes with many responsibilities. From changing...
Giselle can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Ratings for Arlington Heights, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Arlington Heights, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.