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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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Michele P.


Lisle, IL

$20-35/hr • 8 yrs exp

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My name is Michele, but all my friends and family call me Shelly. I am a non-smoking seasoned caregiver with 8+ years working for the same family. My responsibilities with my long-term family included caring for the needs of 3 children from 6 months to 9 years, as well as personal experience taking care of my own child with...
Michele can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Debra R.


Wood Dale, IL

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have several years experience caring for children of all ages ranging from newborns to teens. I have routinely cared for healthy, ill and special needs children. I enjoy being actively involved with the children in age appropriate activities, such as puzzles, books and imaginary play. I concentrate on the children while they...
Debra can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Laxit S.


Hoffman Estates, IL

$18-23/hr • 1 yrs exp

Laxit Hi, I'm Laxit, and I have 1 years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, patient, and personalized care that supports each individual's unique abilities and needs. I have experience working with individuals with a variety of conditions, including...
I have 10yrs plus working in special Ed client's, last job was working with young teens, asst. with shower, getting dressed, preparing meals, breakfast lunch snack, dinner, asst. being creative everyday activities, following up on doctor appointment's, evaluation's,
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Olivia K.


Schaumburg, IL

$20/hr • 6 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Abbey M.


South Elgin, IL

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

I began working with individuals with special needs as a senior in high school. I volunteered to be at PE leader for the adaptive PE class at my high school. there, I worked with six individuals with a range of different disabilities. This experience led me to choose my major of special education. I have obtained my degree in...
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Petronella M.


Elk Grove Village, IL

$21-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

I have worked and gained my experience at meadows shelter care where I worked as a certified nursing assistant for 12 years .
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Anna P.


Wheaton, IL

$18-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

About Me!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a 22-year-old recent college graduate from Ohio State University. I am currently working full-time as a pediatric behavioral therapist before beginning graduate school this upcoming fall for occupational therapy! I am fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as well as First Aid/CPR certified for both children and adults. I have...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Hannah C.


Elgin, IL

$18/hr • 4 yrs exp

As a caring and experienced childcare provider with over six years of experience (nanny, babysitting, special needs/medically complex daycare, respite) I'm enthusiastic about nurturing young minds and supporting families. My passion for childcare stems from my previous roles, where I discovered the joy of positively impacting...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kathleen K.


Addison, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I was currently employed as a paraprofessional and have been doing this for 17 years. I worked with special needs children and love my work. The children bring me so much joy and although it can sometimes be exhausting, I cannot imagine doing anything else. Before that I worked at a preschool (5 years). Previous to that I was a...
Kathleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Marni C.


Lisle, IL

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an experienced nanny, household manager & babysitter of 6 years. I work well with children of all ages newborn-14 years. As well as experience with twins, newborns, and kids with special needs. On top of my nanny experience I have worked as an elementary school assistant teacher for 2 years, camp leader for kids with...
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Malgorzata G.


Naperville, IL

$25-35/hr • 1 yrs exp

Currently I am working part time with MS patient . I am helping her with mobility , assisting with dressing, reminding about medication and keeping her company .
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Carly S.


Saint Charles, IL

$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a mom myself! Nanny/babysitter for many families over the years. Worked in a children center at a gym. Completed college coursework for early childhood education as well as special education. Volunteer for Fox Valley Special Recreation. Personal support worker for a young adult with special needs. I have been living in...
Carly can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lilia B.


Downers Grove, IL

$17/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Lilia . I am an 23-year-old girl with two years of babysitting and half a year of experience working with children that have special needs. I am currently taking college courses online for speech and hearing sciences!
Lilia can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

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Matthew F.


Wood Dale, IL

$25-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Former Assistant Teacher, Fun And Creative Nanny

I have 15 years of childcare experience and five years of classroom experience working at childcare centers, preschools, and elementary schools. I have experience working with children of a variety of ages, from newborns to school age and have a lot of experience working with special needs children. I hold an Associate's Degree...
Matthew can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Hannah E.


Naperville, IL

$30-45/hr • 7 yrs exp

I'm a foreign nurse with wide experience in caring for those with physically challenged individuals. Its all about patience and compassion.
New grad nurse looking to help out however possible! I have a lot of babysitting experience, clinical experience, and experience with Alzheimer's and dementia
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Julie H.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Available M-F 9am-3pm And Occasional Weekends

I have raised a son with special needs for the last 18 years - I have attended numerous therapies and researched as much as possible to help him grow, be happy and successful. I have lots of energy, patience, and get great joy from seeing our special kids smile. I am creative, laugh easily and understand that structure and...
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Caden D.


Elk Grove Village, IL

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Laugh Enthusiast

I have years of babysitting experience from raising two younger siblings. I also worked in daycare for two years. I have worked with many kids with special needs, most recently I cared for a 13-year-old with cerebral palsy. I love getting the chance to work with kids. I believe it's very important that they are raised with love,...
Caden can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Hannah C.


Elgin, IL

$16-21/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Hannah, and I am a graduate student at Drake University studying occupational therapy. I have a lot of experience with children who need more assistance. I worked at Childserve for 4 years working with children who have special needs and complex medical needs. I worked with a wide range of diagnoses. For the...

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