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Find special needs caregivers in Carol Stream, IL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Carol Stream, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Carol Stream, IL

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Sally T.


Elk Grove Village, IL

$18-32/hr4 yrs exp

Friendly Sitter And Experienced With Children

5.0

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Hi, I'm Sally. I have been working with special needs children children at a therapeutic day school as a paraprofessional for the last year with aged 5-22. I also have experience at a day cares with ages 1-5. In addition I have worked at Boys and Girls club with 1st-2nd graders. I love playing board games with children, reading...
Sally can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"My kids had so much fun with Sally! They made crafts and did puzzles. She even brought books she thought the kids would enjoy. The house was neat and tidy when we came home."

Heidi H.

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Lorraine G.


Glendale Heights, IL

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual Experienced College Student Available for Babysitting

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working with children of all ages. I've been working with children since I was 15 years old. But I've been a professional nanny since 20. I have excellent references upon request. I finished my associates degree and completed 3 years towards a nursing degree. I am a certified nurses assistant. I reside in Glendale...
Lorraine can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is currently caring for my 2 girls (3 yo and 6 yo) and she is great. She takes the girls to activities and play dates. She is a natural with kids! We are very happy with her. "

Patricia V.

Hello my name is Mikayla, and I am currently in school to become an elementary teacher! I love working with kids and get along well with animals. I also have experience working with children with special needs. First Aid trained, and can do light housework and prepare meals if needed. I have my own car. and am flexible with...
Mikayla can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emily C.


Lombard, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have grown up with 3 cousins with Muscular Dystrophy and have spent my whole life helping them. I have assisted another family with two boys with Muscular Dystrophy and was a caregiver for them. I have worked at Seaspar, Easter Seals, Marklund Home and have been working in schools for many years. This allowed me to care with a...
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Patricia C.


Elgin, IL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I received my degree in Psychology in 1997. I believe it is imperative to have a stable & structured environment. I have a passion for nurturing and educating young & adult minds. My journey in special needs began with fulfilling special need roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting peoples lives. My approach...
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Irma F.


Addison, IL

$26/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a mother of 3, I have experience with special need kids. As I am a mother of a son with down syndrome! I'm very patient and loving. I am also very good at multitasking! I love to socialize and care for others.
Irma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Hi! I'm a mother of 3, I have experience with special need kids. As I am a mother of a son with down syndrome! I'm very patient and loving. I am also very good at multitasking! I love socialize and care for others.
Irma can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation
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Isabel G.


Naperville, IL

$22/hr2 yrs exp

Recent College Graduate Passionate And Caring

I have a Bachelor's degree in psychology and work with children with developmental delays when I'm not providing services through Care. com. I have a passion for helping children reach their fullest potential through compassionate individualized care. I am very organized, an excellent communicator, and a quick learner. I believe...
Isabel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Megan K.


Lisle, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Megan! I'm a 33yo mother of 2, I have 2 dogs, and I love to travel. My healthcare experience began in 2013, working as a CNA for individuals with cerebral palsy and other profound disabilities. In 2015 I transferred to a therapeutic day school, working as a paraprofessional with children on the autism spectrum. In 2018...
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Carrie W.


Lombard, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I have babysat for many children for over 18 years on and off from the ages birth-school age. I am a certified elementary teacher, have been a substitute teacher for 9 years, am currently in my 8th year as a preschool special needs teacher assistant, and have raised my own children ages 26 and 22. Because I already have a full...
Carrie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello! My Name is Nick I am Studying special education at Western Michigan university, I am also on the lacrosse team at WMU. I have 2 years of experience working in schools in the Kalamazoo area. Last summer I was a summer camp counselor at the YMCA in Grand Haven MI, providing child care for children 4-15.
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Samantha S.


Streamwood, IL

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked as a teacher's assistant in every grade K-5 for seven years. During that time I worked with general education students as well as one on one with students with special needs. I have also previously worked as an after school nanny part time. I worked for two different families, each one for a year. Both families had two...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Hayley C.


Saint Charles, IL

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Flexible Help!

Previous experience as a full time nanny for an ASD 8-9-year-old. I have a flexible work from home job would be ideal for families in need of regular, but not full time help,
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Jordan G.


Wheaton, IL

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Sweet And Patient Special Education Teacher

I have had a passion for working with people with special needs since high school when I was president of our Best Buddies club. I graduated from USF in 2016 with my BS in Special Education and have worked with students with varying levels of disabilities for the past five years.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated and nurturing nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages and backgrounds including those with special needs. My approach to childcare focuses on creating a warm, safe, and structured environment where children feel encouraged to explore, learn, and grow. I prioritize open...
Jessica can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Peggy M.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Love To Engage With Differently Able Individuals

I began my nursing career at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, worked for many years for home care agencies including as an in service Educator and have worked the last 15 years for a local school district as a Classroom Nurse working with disabled students directly in the classroom. I have worked with individuals young...
I have 7+ years of experience being a caretaker for children of varying ages from 6 weeks to 13 years old. I've always had a passion for working with children and helping them explore and learn new things. I am available for date night and weekend care. I can provide my own transportation. I love to stay busy and am hands on and...
Danielle can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Vinay G.


South Elgin, IL

$26-36/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Care, Child Care, And Registered Nurse

Hi there! I am a recently retired registered nurse with over 30 years of experience. I have experience working with special needs individuals, older adults, and children. I also have experience taking care of individuals with special health concerns, such as tracheostomies, vents, G-tubes, dobhoffs, and wound management. Whether...
Vinay can also help with: Dementia, home modification, hospice services, respite care
I'd describe my personality as nurturing, empathetic, and kind. I like caring for people with special needs because I have experience with people with special needs and I have a genuine desire to see people with different abilities thrive. I started caring for people with special needs back in 2021.
Hi Family . I am a seniors care provider since 2008. I care for my mom when she became brain dead , 14 years I learn so munch from nurse that care for her too , I want to share what I have learned And also a nanny for over 10 years special needs . and infants toddlers to home school with them field trips home cook meals I've...
Rebecca can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, mobility assistance, companionship, personal care

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