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492 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

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Nathan F.


Chicago, IL

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Attentive Sitter With A Flexible Schedule

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Attentive & Willing to learn. Whether its help with transportation, medication management or any other daily tasks, I can help you or your loved one with a better day to day
Hello! Thank you for even taking the time to consider me. My name is Zaria . I am 21 with many years of experience with not only working with elderly but with children as well. With my early background of having a little sister with special education needs as well as homeschooling, I have also taken upon other roles such as...

Camille C.


Chicago, IL

$17-24/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

As an older sister and longtime tutor, childcare is a passion of mine. I started babysitting when my youngest brother was born, around age 12! This past summer, I worked at a camp on a farm, where I cared for large groups of kids 24/7. I have experience with a variety of behaviors, including special needs, from this job and my...
Camille can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Anne H.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter!

Hello families! My name is Anne and I am a second-year medical student interested in pursing a career in Pediatrics! I have experience babysitting children of all ages, and would love to help families with their babysitting needs this Summer. I have a car, am vaccinated, and CPR certified. I also have experience caring for...
Anne can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I'm Reni, a college student in Chicago. I've got experience taking care of kids, including those with special needs. I'm all about learning and improving, so I welcome any feedback. I look forward to working with you.
Tirenioluwa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Haley N.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr4 yrs exp

Pediatric RN Looking For Occasional Jobs

Hello! I have loved working with kids since high school and babysitting. In the last three years I have brought childcare into my career as an RN with 1 year in the pediatric ICU and 2 in the pediatric Emergency Department. This makes me capable of multitasking, and being alert and calm in stressful circumstances. I also am...
Hi! I am a young, energetic person with a wide variety of childcare experience starting about 7 years ago when I would regularly volunteer in nurseries and special needs classrooms for people under 18. Since then, I have had experience mostly working with long term families. I am comfortable and used to working with siblings....
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more

Grace P.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

It is a pleasure to virtually meet you! My name is Grace, I am 28 years old, and I am from the Gold Coast area. Originally from the suburbs in Wheaton/Glen Ellyn, I have had 13 years of varying childcare experience from infants up to teenagers. I work in Human Resources/Talent Management and attended Drexel University for...
Grace can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sara F.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Looking For PT Position

Hi there! My name is Sara and I'm interested in helping with your family's childcare needs this school year. I am a current Master in Clinical Social Work student, and am nannying while in school. I have worked professionally as an educator (elementary-middle), have been a nanny in various capacities in my 20s, and am currently...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Sarah L.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter/ Elementary Education Major Seeking Summer Opportunities!

Hello, My name is Sarah and I am a current sophomore at Loyola University Chicago. I am earning my degree in Elementary Education with a reading minor. I consider myself a very experienced sitter as I have worked for several families throughout middle and high school as well as college. I have sat for both boys and girls,...
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

Kara G.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kara. I'm originally from Connecticut but have been living here for a little under 3 years now. I currently live in Andersonville and love it. I've been a babysitter since middle school, and a nanny for 3 families. I also have experience working as an aide and paraprofessional to children with special needs;...

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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 156 reviews of the 492 listed special needs caregivers.