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Find special needs caregivers in Chicago, IL that you’ll love

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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Dastan K.


Chicago, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My experience with patients: Alzheimer's (two years), stroke patient (10 years).

Gissell S.


Chicago, IL

$28/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have 5 years of experience working in a daycare center and working as a nanny. I have worked with all ages. I am a student at North Park University. Sadly I have decided to take a break due to personal circumstances. My youngest has been 3 months while my oldest has been a 5-year-old. I can help with Travel, Grocery...
Gissell can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gissell has been our nanny for the past year and half. She has cared for our son since he was 6 months old. Gissell is loving, caring and kind and I have complete confidence in her ability to care for him and keep him safe. She takes my son outside daily, spends...

Jessie B.

I've been a childcare provider for over five years, and I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I believe in providing a safe, nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and grow. I have experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and...
Paola can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Ariadne C.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Ariadne, I'm 26 years old, from Brazil, I'm graduated in Physical Education, specialized in children with special needs, swimming teacher for baby's and children's, I'm also finishing my second degree in Early Childhood Education. I'm fully vaccinated, strong driver and CPR certificate, and can start as...
Ariadne can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ariadne is amazing! My family is so grateful to have her help! My kidoos are always asking when Ady will be back!"

Kate M.

Bisola A.


Chicago, IL

$17-40/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time/ Part Time Care Giver

I have been working with seniors for the past 10 year, duties and responsibilities include bathing, companionship, light house keeping, meal preparations, outing with the clients. PERSONAL OBJECTIVE I have a strong commitment to serving the needs of individuals with special needs, especially adults and people with developmental...
Bisola can also help with: Errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Gail C.


Chicago, IL

$17-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I am Gail C. I have been a Caregiver for the past 10 years. I have taken care of at least 12 elderly persons during that period. I have cared for persons with dementia, alzheimers, parkinsons disease, muscular degeneration, diabetes, Als, m. s. cancer, heart conditions and stroke. Also for persons needing assistance after...
Gail can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Erin M.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

When I first got out of school with a degree in elementary education I started as an aide for a student with autism. The work I learned while having that position inspired me to go back to school to get licenced in teaching special education students. I have been working with students with special needs since 2010.

Keara S.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr

Part-time Caregiver

My name is Keara. I am currently student teaching in the first grade and I love it! I have prior experience of working with children with special needs and hope to pursue my Master's in this field in the future. I am educated, I work hard, and I am very patient. I can run errands, drive to practices and events, or just hangout...
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Stimming Attendance and Assistive Technology/AAC. I have a masters degree in Healthcare Advocacy... special interests in non verbal clients

Kali W.


Chicago, IL

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

I am a Registered Nurse with 7 years of experience, ICU is my main specialty. Currently right now I'm just a stay at home house wife looking for gigs to keep me busy! Willing to help with child care needs, or pet needs! Let me know if any way I can assist!
Hello dear family! I just wanted to let you know that I'm a sweet person with a ginormous heart available to help you out with your needs. I got my degree in health occupational in Colombia the country where I'm from, and I worked for one year. In the last 2 year I have been working with different ages and special conditions....

Lauren B.


Chicago, IL

$17-22/hr4 yrs exp

I have a profound passion for working with children and people with disabilities. My commitment is to create a supportive, inclusive environment where people can thrive, grow, and reach their full potential. I am dedicated to advocating for children's needs and ensuring they receive the highest quality of care and education....

Elizabeth V.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available- Richly Experienced With Children And Adults!

I've been an occupational therapist for 5 years and love working with children and adults. While the majority of my experience is people (children AND adults) who have had neurological injuries or illnesses (stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, MS, Parkinson's Disease, cancer, etc.), I am also very comfortable and familiar...

Sylvia M.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr

Willing To Assist!!

I've help many individuals and families with special needs. With running errands and light housekeeping.
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Chrystal B.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Caring, Educated And Experienced

I am a compassionate and caring person. I have grown up with family members that have disabilities. I have also worked at a facility as a DSP taking care of individuals with mental and physical disabilities. I had my own classroom there and took care of 10 clients. I worked there for four years. I am DSP certified, CPR and First...

Annie P.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Nanny/ Babysitter For Children With Exceptionalities

I have worked with children with exceptionalities for the past 3 years. I am currently going to University to become a Special Educator. I have worked with a variety of children with special needs in and out of school. I have gotten an award in high school for working with peers with disabilities. I am calm and collective when...

Delia M.


Chicago, IL

$16-25/hr

Fun, Kind, Loving Nanny

Personable and reliable Nanny with 5 years progressive experience in providing child care. Track record of supervising the activities of children round-the-clock and assuming the total responsibility of home in absence of parents. Fun and friendly with a loving demeanor.

Phoebe B.


Chicago, IL

$18-28/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Phoebe. I have 5 years of school based experience working with students K-5. I am passionate about adapting to meet the child where they are at, and building a strong bond with them. I love watching kids fall in love with learning, and seeing their brain grow! I have extensive experience working with children with...

Deandra N.


Chicago, IL

$13-20/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, My Name is Deandra Though I Loveeee Babysitting, I've always had a passion for helping people with Special Needs. This started when I was 14 and my grandmother was put Into a nursing home visiting her almost every day I noticed how some patients would get mistreated and I did not like that especially when they aren't in the...

Nathan F.


Chicago, IL

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Attentive Sitter With A Flexible Schedule

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

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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.