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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Berwyn, IL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Berwyn, IL

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Alexis S.


Berwyn, IL

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...
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Deborah S.


Berwyn, IL

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Special Needs Caregiver

I am a mother of 5 children and 2 of my children were born with ADHD and learning disorders. I always fought for my children's well being and always told the schools to challenge them, and not to treat them any differently. They only need a little more attention. Also, I have other children in family with similar needs, so I'm...
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Laura K.


Berwyn, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I have worked with numerous families with special needs kiddos on the Autism spectrum. I am also a CPS special education teacher.
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Denisse J.


Berwyn, IL

$20-27/hr2 yrs exp

I am passionate about working with children with disabilities, focusing on creating supportive, inclusive environments where each child can thrive. With a strong foundation in empathy, patience, and adaptability, I strive to meet the unique needs of each child through creative and engaging activities. Collaboration with families...
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Luisa T.


Berwyn, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

A Helping Hand

Hello, My name is Luisa. I am currently a Graduate student studying Occupational Therapy. I have previous experience care giving for an adult with a physical disability. My studies have allowed me to gain experience interacting with many individuals such as children with a variety of physical and cognitive conditions, adults...
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Carrie G.


Berwyn, IL

$15-25/hr

Part Time Care Giver

My patience and love for children is why I am interested in caring for kids with and without special needs. I have raised my daughter who had some issues and also worked caring for 3 kids last year and the 1 child had issues and had to get serious counseling.
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Katara B.


Berwyn, IL

$18-30/hr7 yrs exp

Awesome Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Katara and I would love to become your full or part time nanny or babysitter. I have tons of experience with children of all ages as well as children with special needs with 7+ experience.. I am CPR & First aid certified, I do obtain a valid drivers license, an associate degree in early childhood, and up to date...
Katara can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alia T.


Berwyn, IL

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have spent the last 7 years working with all different ages of children. I currently work at a local preschool. I also have worked with children who need extra assistance and who are special needs. I love seeing children learn and grow. Being hands on and teaching them through play is one of my mottos. Having a routine and...
Alia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance

Marten M.


Berwyn, IL

$21-27/hr5 yrs exp

I have 5+ experience working with children and adults with Special Needs including assisted living skills. I play the guitar, and can cook pretty well. I look forward to hearing back.
Marten can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Luisa M.


Berwyn, IL

$20-35/hr10 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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Hannah D.


Chicago, IL

$27/hr7 yrs exp

PT Special Needs Nanny / Caregiver

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, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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.

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Kristin J.


Chicago, IL

$25-45/hr8 yrs exp

Babysitter, Errand Runner, Organizer At Your Service

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Thanks for stopping by! I love babies and kiddos, so here I am, offering my services for you and your family. When babysitting, I like to be involved and reading to them, taking them to the playground and doing any activities that they enjoy from playing Barbie to playing trains. I also like to do sensory activities with...
Kristin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We hired Kristen to help us organize following a move. She did an absolutely incredible job. She showed up early and was extremely pleasant. I really hope she's still doing this the next time we need her!"

Nash G.

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Jordan S.


Elmhurst, IL

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Jordan, and I am looking to help an awesome family. I love working with kids, so I used that passion and became a camp counselor. I did that for two years at my local park district. I have experience with children as young as 3 and as old as 13. I also have experience with working with children with special...
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Julie O.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider, Social Worker,and Counselor

I work with seniors who have special needs ranging from physical and mental decline, poor mobility to Alzheimer, grief & loss, special diets, etc.
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Miriam T.


Melrose Park, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Nanny

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I have been a full-time nanny for about 15 years now. My experience is from premature babies to middle school-aged kids, also kids with special needs. I am very patient and a loving person. Love to be outdoors, doing activities, singing, reading and dancing with kids. I have my own car willing to use to transport kids...
Miriam can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wife and I could tell she was a natural in the first few moments she met the kids. Our 1yo and 3yo boys loved her! Wife and I went on a date and felt very relaxed having Miriam watch over the boys. Thank you, Miriam!"

Jonathan U.

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Danielle C.


Forest Park, IL

$30/hr6 yrs exp

I am a mother and a wife who is looking for extra hours working for a family in need. I have almost 18 years experience working with a wide variety of different disabilities and ages. My last job I currently had was working at autism home support doing behavior therapy. In the past I have also working with a family and a girl...
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Chinenye O.


Chicago, IL

$20-50/hr2 yrs exp

I took care of my sick mom in Nigeria before she passed on and ever since I have dedicated my self to helping people who are unable to fend for themselves. I have worked with people with diabetes, multiple sclerosis, blind or visually impaired patients and I must say it's been an honor working with them. I must confess it's...
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Hakima H.


Riverside, IL

$25-39/hr20 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a nanny since 1997, I have experience with different age group, and I worked with families in different part of Chicago-land, I am responsible, reliable, patient, and professional nanny, I have a great love and passion to work with children, I can play, read and engage the child into different activities...
Hakima can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hakima is great! She's dependable, trustworthy, an excellent care taker, and really is patient with our children. She was our nanny for a while, our children adored her and we loved the way she cared for them and educated them. We are still fortunate enough to...

Andrew D.

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Katelyn N.


Chicago, IL

$28-32/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For A Family To Grow With!

Hi! I'm Katelyn and I am 24 years old. I have been nannying for 8 years and my experience has been primarily with infants and toddlers, but I have also cared for school aged children. I enjoy creating art, reading books, going for walks, and planning activities that encourage healthy physical and emotional development. I tend...
5.0
"Katelyn took care of our son (6-14 m/o) and his baby friend (4-12 m/o) full-time for 8 months. Despite the challenges of taking care of two babies with different schedules and different personalities, she approached every day with so much patience and kindness...

Mapa M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Berwyn, IL

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.

Kristin J.

5.0

We hired Kristen to help us organize following a move. She did an absolutely incredible job. She showed up early and was extremely pleasant. I really hope she's still doing this the next time we need her!

- Nash G.

Miriam T.

5.0

Miriam did great watching our 1 year old daughter. She can be a little shy and before I left she was already comfortable with her. Miriam was great.

- Erik W.

Hakima H.

5.0

Our 2 year old warmed up to Hakima immediately, and enjoys their time together every week. She currently comes over one morning a week, and has been flexible when we've asked for additional time. She spends a lot of time outside, finds activities to do, and has even set up play-dates. I cannot...

- Jeff H.

Katelyn N.

5.0

Katelyn helped with my 7 month old for two months and was amazing. She was great with communication, planning activities, going on walks and kept everything organized for me.

- Care member

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