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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 April 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/hr • 4 yrs exp

Friendly Sitter And Experienced With Children

4.8

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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/hr • 10 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, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Lorraine helps us out part-time and is very engaging with our 2 boys. She is great about communicating, organized, and on time. My house looks great when I come home and she does things without me even having to ask! "

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Mikayla M.


Streamwood, IL

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

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: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emily C.


Lombard, IL

$15/hr • 3 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/hr • 10 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/hr • 1 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Lynda B.


Schaumburg, IL

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

With 14 years of experience as a senior home health provider, I specialize in caring for individuals with neurological disorders including but not limited to Alzheimer's Dementia, MS, ALS, Parkinson's offering compassionate and personalized care. Services Offered: Personal Care/Bathing Light House Keeping Meal Preparations...
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: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
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Isabel G.


Naperville, IL

$22/hr • 2 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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
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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Megan K.


Lisle, IL

$30/hr • 10 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

$15/hr • 10 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, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Samantha S.


Streamwood, IL

$15/hr • 8 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, carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Hayley C.


Saint Charles, IL

$25-30/hr • 2 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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Peggy M.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$18-30/hr • 10 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...
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Danielle T.


Lombard, IL

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Vinay G.


South Elgin, IL

$26-36/hr • 5 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: Hospice services, respite care, dementia, home modification
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: Hospice services, personal care, companionship, dementia, mobility assistance
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Isabelle T.


Wheaton, IL

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Izzie! I am the oldest of six kiddos, one of whom has special needs. I believe that kids have so much to share with the world because they approach relationships with curiosity and honesty, and I have learned so much by being around them. I am passionate about creativity, life-giving ideas, learning, and having fun! I...
Isabelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lita P.


Warrenville, IL

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have a special spot in my heart for children with special needs. So many people are nervous about working with these types of children and I don't see them as any different. Everyone needs the same love, care, and attention. I have worked with a little boy with CP, and a little girl with Spina Bifida. I have also worked with...

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