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490 special needs caregivers are listed in Chicago, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Chicago, IL
5.0
(1)
full-time nanny. Cared for newborn twin 2 weeks old. Maintained open communication with parents through a detailed notebook with the days activities, meals, naps, discipline, accomplishments, etc. I have been a nanny for 22 years, and I absolutely love working with children! A nanny is so important to the intellectual,...
5.0
(2)
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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
Sylvia B.
Chicago, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Speech Therapist/Tutor- Polish-Speaking/ Special Needs & All Ages
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello all, thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I live in Chicago and am providing services for children of all ages as a Speech-Language Pathologist as well as a caregiver!
I am an elementary school-based SLP and am finishing up my 7th year there :) I completed my Master's coursework in Speech-Language Pathology...
Sylvia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Sylvia was hired to watch my 8 month old daughter for one day while I worked from home. My daughter immediately took a liking to her and she had non stop fun playing toys and being entertained. Sylvia was able to keep her nap schedule and I don't remember hearing...
Renee G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a 25-year-old that works at a hospital. I'm a reliable, caring, patience and empathy for others and their feelings. I like to take kids outside to do activities that involve exploration and discovery and allow kids to express themselves in an open environment. I have 6 years of babysitting experience including working at...
Peace can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"Peace was really great with our family, she came the first day prepared, with activities to do for our little one, also she had a lot of energy and our daughter loved that. She helped doing meal prep, and listen to our needs (like to send mom a lot of. pictures...
Elssie G.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I'm Venezuelan with 3, 5 years of nanny and house manager experience. I took care of 5 months to 8 years old children, also have experience with special needs kids, and CPR certified.
Currently Spanish/English teacher for kids, teenagers and adults.
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Wonderful nanny our kids who still miss her very much.
She was on time, never missed a day of work, flexible with our schedules. Also helped around the house with light cleaning duties, fixing meals & snacks for the kids, very friendly with our pets (dog &...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families!
My name is Dina.
I have committed over 30 years to providing compassionate childcare for infants through teens in a variety of childcare settings.
I have had amazing opportunities supporting children and their families as a nanny, home school teacher/tutor, preschool teacher, mother's helper and special needs...
Dina can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dina is a caring & trustworthy pet/house sitter who has been with us for years."
Care member
4.2
(10)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
I have been nanny and a baby-child sitter for more than 20 years. I worked for public schools for 10 years. Playing outside. Helping/teaching children to write or do some homework is fine with me. I have also worked with all sorts of "special needs and children with disabilities". The families I have worked with have children...
Erika can also help with: Travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Erica is an amazing lady, kids had a good time with her, she is very friendly. She was very punctual, even in very short notice. Highly recommended."
Moshe S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and nannying since I was in middle school (when my parents were right down the street just in case I needed them!). Since then, I have watched newborns, toddlers, and kids of all ages. I have experience with children who have special needs. I have built great relationships with the families I have babysat...
Kali can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
CNA
First Aid
5.0
"Kali was an amazing caregiver to my children for just over four years! She did both occasional babysitting and summer nannying. She instantly became one of us and I could not have asked for a better influence on my girls. To cover the basics, Kali was: punctual,...
Jennifer D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Flight Attendant for American Airlines.
I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a nanny with 4 years experience looking for an childcare job. I've experience with all age kids and special needs kids.
Gabriella can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Gabe has always been on time. She is excellent with both my kids that are 2 years old and 9 month old. She's been with my 9 month old since she was an infant."
Dena E.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have babysat for 5 years. I worked as a one on one companion with a child who has special needs for the past 3 years. I enjoy playing games with the kids and am very adaptable to meet schedule needs.
Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kaitlin is caring and creative with kids. I highly recommend her. "
Ling L.
Olivia K.
Chicago, IL
$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Energetic Full Time Nanny Available To Start Immediately!
5.0
(3)
A Little bit about myself, I'm a kindhearted energetic childcare provider.
I've professionally cared for children of all ages including special needs. I have 5+ years on my belt in the Nanny/Childcare industry, along with my working towards my BA in early childhood education.
I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I strongly...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She did an amazing job looking after my two children, and I would definitely use her again!"
Jonathan T.
Miriam M.
Chicago, IL
$20-26/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm 31 years old have worked in a hospital for over 5 years I also have cared for kids with special needs for about 5 years but in a hospital setting I am fluent in Spanish and English I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages . Due to the pandemic I stopped working in a hospital setting because I have twin sisters that...
Miriam can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My sitter had a medical emergency and I contacted Miriam the day of my event to see if she could watch my girls. She took the job last minute, was on time and took good care of my girls. My 2 year old daughter took to her right away and held her had the whole time....
Kanetha L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, Mary Grace and I'm a nanny in the Chicago area! I have experience in child development and special needs care. Currently I am looking for 25-45 a week, and go start in mid August or beginning of September!
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We've worked with Mary Grace on and off (as needed) for 2.5 years. She has provided childcare for both our kids individually and together (2.5 years old and 10 month old). Mary Grace is confident in our home and supports our house rules and follows my instructions...
Susannah F.
5.0
(1)
Hi there! :) I am a 27-year-old high school English teacher in Chicago, IL. I love to read, write, cook, bake, walk, go to museums, listen to music, spend time with dogs, and so much more. I am looking for a part-time opportunity that allows me to work after school or even on weekends to help make your life better!
I am...
Emily can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Emily helped her mom raise 4 boys ( two sets of twins- one set have special needs) in the most caring, loving way. Every time she babysits, she always brings activities or cookies & cupcakes to decorate (that she baked) to keep the kids entertained. She is the...
Mary-Lynn A.
Jennifer K.
Chicago, IL
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Exciting-Reliable-Kind Caregiver Looking To Curate Exceptional Experiences
5.0
(8)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun, thoughtful, reliable and hardworking woman who knows her way around the City. My childcare background includes babysitting, working in a Nanny share and two years as an individual aide for Special Needs students in elementary school. I recently left the corporate world and am going back to where my heart is working...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jenny was so fantastic! Our little guy felt comfortable with her almost immediately and they had so much fun together. She was here during my first weekend away from my kiddo and I felt so great knowing that Sam was safe and happy while I was out of town. Would...
Suzy D.
Ella S.
Chicago, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Fun, And Loving Nanny Looking For Part-time To Possible Full-time Job.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have lots of experience with caring for children, including babies and children with special needs. I love my job!
Ella can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in a professional setting with special needs children and children on the autism spectrum in both the school setting and home. I have experience working with newborns, toddlers, elementary aged children, middle school and high school aged children. I love the creativity and silliness that comes when working with...
Hailey can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hailey is wonderful! we met her last year when she was a sub for my nanny for a week and connected well with my children immediately. She has come back multiple times to help with babysitting on the weekends and we love her! My kids are always excited to see her....
Julia V.
5.0
(1)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(2)
Hello Everyone,
My name is Madison and I am currently a dual-degree candidate. I've been a full-time nanny as well as a travel (summer) nanny for the past 3 years working with two amazing families. I've worked with little ones from the ages of 8mo-11y/o and have obtained experience working with multiples and children with...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Absolutely loved having Madison look after my two girls. Since being our nanny, she has been apart of our family and cannot express to you enough about how grateful my husband and I are with her flexibility and willingness to go the extra mile for our girls."
Kimberly H.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chicago, 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.
Sylvia B.
5.0
Sylvia was hired to watch my 8 month old daughter for one day while I worked from home. My daughter immediately took a liking to her and she had non stop fun playing toys and being entertained. Sylvia was able to keep her nap schedule and I don't remember hearing my daughter cry once the entire...
- Renee G.
Peace P.
5.0
Peace came through for me in a time of need to drop my son off at school, providing punctual and reliable transportation. She sent many pictures during the journey, which helped ease my anxiety as a parent. Additionally, she was very friendly and kind, making both myself and my son feel comfortable...
- Precious T.
Maria A.
5.0
Wonderful nanny our kids who still miss her very much.
She was on time, never missed a day of work, flexible with our schedules. Also helped around the house with light cleaning duties, fixing meals & snacks for the kids, very friendly with our pets (dog & cats), and helped water my garden. A...
- Care member
Dina S.
5.0
Dina is a caring & trustworthy pet/house sitter who has been with us for years.
- Care member
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Ratings for Chicago, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.7 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Chicago, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 181 reviews of the 490 listed special needs caregivers.