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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
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I began babysitting at the age of 11 yrs old. I am now 27. I currently work at Advocate Aurora Health as a Medical Assistant. I have always expressed interest in the medical field. I want to go in to Nursing and Esthetics. I am looking for something temporary to help save money up to pay for school. Open to babysitting,...
Anais can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anais has watched both of my children & they both love her. She has been on time every time we have needed her, & has a great demeanour. I would highly recommend her to my friends and family as a sitter."
Billy R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I'm a nurturing childcare provider with eight years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and I have a proven track record of providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children to learn and play.
I am...
Marion can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Marion is a wonderful with our two boys ages 1 and 3. She arrives on time and is so engaging with them. They love playing with her! She is so kind and caring with our sons but also responsible. I also appreciate how she helps me with light household tasks and...
Meredith M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi there! I am a (fully vaccinated) K-2 Special Education teacher for Chicago Public Schools. I would love to connect with a family who may need help with childcare while their children are out of school/daycare. I have lots of experience with children of all ages. For two and a half years, I worked at a daycare that cared for...
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We absolutely loved Miranda. She cared for our infant son over the summer from the time he was 11 weeks old. Our son loved her and she quickly became a part of our family. She was very dependable and trustworthy and we only wish she was available year round!"
Steve M.
Mary S.
Chicago, IL
$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Name is Mary! 24 years old, and currently a banquet manager for Hilton hotels. I am the 2nd oldest of 11 children! Yes 11! Love children and lots of experience. I work full time but as we are getting into our slow season I would like to pick up some part time work to fill my off nights & days. I am experienced with small...
5.0
"I have know Mary for 7 years! She is a kind and loving person and has a big heart for everyone. She is an specialist in home care. She loves to cook and care for the home. She is an expert in care of children. She is from a big family and has been a big support and...
Bernadette S.
Evelyn U.
Chicago, IL
$25/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! I'm Evelyn- I love kids and can say with confidence that caretaking is what I'm best at.
The way I care for children reflects the way I was raised; with empathy and respect. I'd like to say I've been babysitting since I was 10, as I helped my mother raise my 2 younger sisters, but I've been officially babysitting and...
Evelyn can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She is awesome with my son. He gets excited when I tell him she will be coming. I love her dependability, attention to homework assignments, flexibility, care for my son and goes above and beyond. I love having her as part of our family! "
Ximena O.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a 24-year-old professional nanny with a kind, caring and hard working nature! I have been babysitting since the age of 15 years old and am certified by Palos Community Hospital in child care. There, I took a 3 day babysitting course where I learned CPR and proper child care procedures. Throughout my 9 years of child care...
Malorie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Malorie took care of my two kids for past 6 months on weekends, she always showed up perfectly on time and always super pleasant, kids responded very well to her and felt very safe leaving them with her. never any drama, just always ready to work and few times...
Maddie And Jax S.
Cami B.
Chicago, IL
$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Professional, Educated, Highly Recommended Caregiver!
5.0
(1)
28-Year-old hardworking, self-motivated worker with strong knowledge of psychology and healthcare as well as customer service, social skills, and office duties. Certified in CPR, non-smoking, reliable car, & experience with animals. Associate's degree in General Studies, over 100 credits of Psychology courses. I worked as an...
Cami can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
5.0
"Cami was very engaged with my children and was not on her phone like most people these days. I rate a A+++"
Care member
5.0
(5)
I have 6+years of experience in foster care at SOS Children's Village in Lockport. I have fostered approximately 30 children, and loved the experience and my foster families. I recently moved back to Chicago in September of 2022. Before moving back to Chicago I was a member of my church in Joliet for 17 years and I was involved...
Cynthia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Cynthia is a compassionate, loving and fun caregiver. She was the first person outside of family to care for our daughter when she was 6 months old. Your kids will feel cared for, loved and have so much fun with Cynthia! "
Care member
Leilani M.
Chicago, IL
$20/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Leilani. I recently graduated with my bachelors in Health Informatics. My ultimate goal is to become a nurse. I have a very big family so taking care of kids is something I've always done and enjoyed. I have a sister with special needs and have been a caretaker for her for years. She has mosaic Down syndrome,...
Leilani can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Leilani was so attentive and caring with my 10 week old infant, he loved her calm and confident energy! He normally doesn't nap during the day much but he slept for quite a while with her. I felt very secure having her help out while I got my errands done. I...
Dulce A.
5.0
(12)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...
Kimberly can also help with: Dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
5.0
"She's an angel. Caring and kind."
Jasmine W.
Hello! I am a trained care giver with 2+ years of experience caring for people with disabilities, varying levels of functioning/mobility, and other special needs. I am trained to lift/transfer, feed, familiar with proper seizure protocol, as well as dealing with clients with violent tendencies. I am looking for something full...
Kelley G.
Chicago, IL
$20-40/hr
Special Education Teacher Looking To Support Special Needs Children Over The Summer
During the school year I am a special education teacher for Chicago Public Schools. I have been a school teacher for eight years for students with severe and profound special needs. Before I was a teacher I have done multiple care giving jobs working with children with all different types of needs. I am experienced with...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a special needs tutor & behavior specialist. Please email so I can send you my experience & certifications.
--Valley View Elementary--special needs dept
--Mental Health Mental Retardation
--tutor special needs while out of school
--lots of certifications
I have a huge passion for working with those with special needs. I am about to apply to graduate school for Applied Behavior Analysis and have been a camp counselor at a camp for kids with special needs as well as an intern in multiple special ed classrooms. I feel that individuals with special needs bring so much light and joy...
Hello! I'm Skyler, with over 4 years of experience specializing in autism care in the Chicagoland area. I excel as a Respite Caregiver, skilled in G-tube feedings, personal hygiene, and positive behavior support techniques for teens with autism.
My journey began in 2019 at Joliet Park District, where I supported teens and...
I have 10+ years of working as a Special Education School bilingual teacher and assistant which required a lot of professionally structured skills , empathy , patience and perseverance.
Few years ago I became a personal caregiver, also a nanny focused on providing optimal support to clients and clients kids through personalized...
My name is Olivia, and I have been a nanny for over 10 years! I was born and raised in chicago and now live here is Denver Colorado. Over the years I have worked with almost all ages, including infants, toddlers, preteens and beyond. I have also worked with several really cool kiddos with various special needs, including;...
Hi! My name is Alena, I am from Medfield, MA and just graduated from Marquette University with my Bachelor degree in Nursing. While I am not available for consistent nannying jobs, I am in search of date nights and random days to babysit this summer. Please do not hesitate to add me to your back up list!
Throughout my years in...
I work at a nonprofit caring for adults with disabilities, but I have cared for individuals with disabilities of all ages and it is what I am passionate about. I am just trying to pick up extra jobs!
Hi, My name is Tanya. I am interested in working as special needs provider. I have worked with adults with disabilities for 8 years. I am currently working for Chicago Public Schools for 2 years now. I work with grades pre-k through 12th. Their ages are 3 years through 17 years. I also work with special need kids as well. My...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chicago, IL
Anais V.
5.0
Anais is so warm, kind and gentle. She is the epitome of helpfulness. She helps my son get ready to go when it comes time for pick up - when my son is with her, I never have to struggle to get him to go potty or put on his coat; it's all done by the time I arrive! He is always so happy in her care!...
- Sarah B.
Marion M.
5.0
Marion is a wonderful with our two boys ages 1 and 3. She arrives on time and is so engaging with them. They love playing with her! She is so kind and caring with our sons but also responsible. I also appreciate how she helps me with light household tasks and cheerfully jumps in with anything I ask...
- Meredith M.
Miranda O.
5.0
We absolutely loved Miranda. She cared for our infant son over the summer from the time he was 11 weeks old. Our son loved her and she quickly became a part of our family. She was very dependable and trustworthy and we only wish she was available year round!
- Steve M.
Mary S.
5.0
I have know Mary for 7 years! She is a kind and loving person and has a big heart for everyone. She is an specialist in home care. She loves to cook and care for the home. She is an expert in care of children. She is from a big family and has been a big support and help for her mom with her younger...
- Bernadette S.
Evelyn U.
5.0
She is awesome with my son. He gets excited when I tell him she will be coming. I love her dependability, attention to homework assignments, flexibility, care for my son and goes above and beyond. I love having her as part of our family!
- Ximena O.
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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.