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529 special needs caregivers are listed in Chicago, IL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of October 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Chicago, IL

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Klaudia J.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver Passionate To Create Lasting Experiences And Growth

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Hi, I have experience babysitting for 8 years and I have worked at a daycare. I have experience with special needs children as well. I'd describe my personality as nurturing, patient and attentive. I like working with kids because it brings me joy and fulfillment. Interacting with children allows me to witness their...
Klaudia can also help with: Light cleaning
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Patrycja L.


Chicago, IL

$27-38/hr14 yrs exp

Fun And Responsible Nanny/sitter/manager

Hey, I'm looking for a full time nanny job in Chicago or suburbs. I have a safe vehicle I could use for work as well. Over 10 years experience with kids different ages also special needs. I'm happy to help with organizing/ tidying your house, groceries, cooking, laundry/ dry cleaners. I am available right now. I can also do...
Patrycja can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
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Halle C.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

I have experience watching children of all ages and have extensive experience working with children with special needs. Just finished special education teaching license and have summers free.
Halle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Nijja G.


Chicago, IL

$25-33/hr10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Education Major And Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 19 years of experience in the childcare field. I have been fortunate to work as a day care assistant to special needs children, a camp counselor, babysitter and for the last 15 years being a nanny to some wonderful families. I have worked with children ages ranging from newborn to preteen age. it has been a wonderful...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jamie V.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available.

I have worked with children all of my life. From babysitting, to coaching cheer leading, to aiding children with special needs. I have experience with children from ages 6 months and older. Caring for children of all ages is something I enjoy doing. I can assure you that my experience is a large range, and I am continuing to...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Dana G.


Chicago, IL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Pod Leader/ Nanny

Hi, I'm Dana and I have 14+ years of babysitting experience. I have worked consistently with families who have infants as young as 1-week-old, through high school. I have coached figure skating for the past 6 years, working with ages 2-18 and have a passion for teaching children. I am active and engage with kids and try to make...
Dana can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sinovuyo J.


Chicago, IL

$17-22/hr4 yrs exp

As a former au pair, I have extensive experience in caring for multiple children, including those with special needs. I am known for being calm, reserved, respectful, and punctual, which helps create a stable and nurturing environment for the children under my care. I am committed to following parents' lead when it comes to...
Sinovuyo can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rebecca H.


Chicago, IL

$16-19/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Kids!!

I am here to care for your loved one like my own family. I have 30 years of experience with senior citizens and special needs children and adults. I can work nights if needed. Happy to help with housework, cooking, and shopping. Excited about being an engaged and compassionate caregiver!
Rebecca can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello! My name is Rhita, a university student, and I am the oldest of three siblings, one currently aged 14 and twins aged 9! I have gone through babysitting and helping take care of all of them, in addition to young cousins of my large family. Children brighten my heart and I believe that through my experience, I have the...
Rhita can also help with: Craft assistance
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Brittney S.


Chicago, IL

$26/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Fun Family To Nanny!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Brittney and I'm 26 years old. I have been working with kids since I was about 16 years old. I've been lucky enough to work with twins, infants, special needs, and more. I love caring for children, it's what I've always had a passion for and it's what I am planning on pursuing, career-wise. I am always willing to...
Brittney can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah G.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Sitter Extraordinaire

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 8+ years in experience with babysitting/ nannying in addition to working with special needs. I am also an RN, and so you can always rest assured that I will provide a safe and welcoming environment for children including the care of their physical, emotional, and social needs. I am currently looking for a summer nanny/...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Ethan W.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Ethan. I am a very giving and caring person with lots of experience. I have been working with children and adolescents for many years now and I find it to be some of the most fulfilling work that I have done. I started in care service when I was a teenager as a summer camp counselor and did this for many summers,...
Ethan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Riley P.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Riley P. From Mequon, WI

Hello, my name is Riley! I am 21 years old and have my Bachelor's degree in Psychology. With about 8 years of childcare experience ranging from summer camps to babysitting, I have all the necessary skills to ensure a safe, fun, and relaxing environment for your kiddos! I am a patient, reliable, creative, and energetic person. As...
Riley can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Maggie M.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Available

I have quite a lot of experience caring for children. I have been babysitting since I was in middle school and now I am in college, I volunteered at a summer camp for the last two years where I did one-on-one childcare for a kid with special needs. I helped plan daily schedules for my high school's preschool program, and my...
Maggie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Angela B.


Chicago, IL

$22-30/hr3 yrs exp

Full-time Or Part-time Caregiver Available

I grew up in a home with 3 brothers and 1 sister. I was one of the oldest kids so I often had to care for my siblings. I was also a full-time nanny for a summer in Colorado. Additionally, I have a special needs brother with a terminal disease so I have had a lot of experience with special needs children and have a deep...
Angela can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Gabby C.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Gabriella. I'm the oldest of 5 children. I've been babysitting since I was 12. I have nannied professionally since I was 18, all long term families. I currently nanny one day a week but may be looking for more! I have experience with premies, special needs children, multiples, newborns, toddlers, and...
Gabby can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
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Janae B.


Chicago, IL

$19/hr2 yrs exp

Who Wants To Color?

I'd describe my personality as creative, organized, a risk taker and above all else fun! I like working with kids because I can help make families lives a bit easier by spending time with these amazing kids I will! I'm looking for a job that is consistent, pays well, with parents willing to communicate to grow a...
Janae can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

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Maureen F.


Chicago, IL

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Seeking Summer Babysitting Gigs (Fun, Caring Montessori Teaching Assistant)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm currently looking for a heavy part-time or full-time nanny position over Chicago Public School's summer break. I'm available starting June 12th. I have 10 years of experience babysitting, nannying, and working in education. I work as a full-time teaching assistant at a Chicago Public Montessori school for pre-K3 through...
Maureen can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

Hi I'm Fariani but Parents Call me Mary Poppins :). I've been Nanny for a long time, I'm smiling, friendly and speak 4 languages (French is my first). I Love kids Watching them grow up has been a true blessing, and I have made so many great memories. Over the last few years, I've worked with kids of all ages newborns to teens...
Fariani can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Bethany S.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Available Nanny(Montessori Training)

I am a 31-year-old creative and nanny, with over 12 years of experience. I have worked with over 50 children, all from a variety of backgrounds. During my nanny career I spent almost two years at the Woodland Montessori School and spent the last of my 8 months as the school's Inclusion Specialist. In this position I worked with...
Bethany can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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 196 reviews of the 529 listed special needs caregivers.