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

497 special needs caregivers are listed in Chicago, IL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Chicago, IL

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Leilani M.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning
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Special Needs Care

5.0
"Would definitely recommend. Smart and attentive. Amazing with children!!"

Heather D.

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Kimberly J.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

This Is My Passion

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: Personal care, respite care, dementia
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Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Ms. J. will care for you child like they are her own. She has a heart of gold and being a care taker is her ministry. She will go above and beyond to ensure the patient or individual get the proper care they need. She has integrity and is selfless. If you can trust...

Brandy J.

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Ewa C.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr

Part Time Special Needs Assistant Available

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...
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Chase S.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

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...
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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...
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Kristin J.


Chicago, IL

$30-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Tutor & Behavior Specialist

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
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Skyler A.


Chicago, IL

$21-23/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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...
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Christina N.


Chicago, IL

$25-45/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Taker

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!
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Casey G.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caretaker/Nanny

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...
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Olivia S.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny/family Helper

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;...
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Alena O.


Chicago, IL

$18-30/hr

Childcare For Children With Special Needs

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...
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Tanya B.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Summer Part-time Special Needs Provider

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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Alyssa G.


Chicago, IL

$17-28/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Bio

Hi! My name is Alyssa! I currently work as a research study coordinator in a clinical psychology lab at Northwestern University but I am looking for some additional opportunities on the side. I graduated from Reed College in Portland this May in the top 5% of my class. While in college I worked as an in home interventionist...
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Romeo H.


Chicago, IL

$16-30/hr

Special needs caregiver

Hi I'm Romeo I have over 10 years of caregiver experience I can provide a very good references most of my patients live in Downtown Gold Coast area .
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Jaelyn W.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver For Children With Special Needs

Hello! I am a college student at Barnard College and am very interested in babysitting/nannying/assisting your child with special needs. I have Cerebral Palsy and ADHD myself and have volunteered and studied how to work with others with disabilities. I am very patient, kind, responsible and deeply understanding regarding your...
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Emilyne V.


Chicago, IL

$20-27/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Paraprofessional

Hi there! My name is Emilyne Mai and I have worked as a paraprofessional for 3+ years. I have primarily worked with middle schoolers, high schoolers, as well as the Pre-K and Kindergarten ages. I have worked with a variety of students that have ADHD/ADD, AuSD, partially blind, limited to no mobility. During this time, I have...
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Sylvia B.


Chicago, IL

$17-30/hr

Part-time Caregiver, Special-needs Provider, And Respite Care Worker Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am completing my Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and have been working with children of varying abilities for 2+ years. I am very passionate about working with children of all ages, all types of abilities, challenges, and their families . I am currently working in an elementary school that and have a caseload...
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Ashante C.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Patient, Loving Support For Children With Special Needs

I have been in education 10 years with a focus in special education. I work with children with mild to moderate disabilities. The past 5 years I have worked with kids ages 5-11 as a special education teacher. I am patient, loving and can help where I can. I have experience with students who are non-verbal, have ASD, ADD, ADHD,...
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Alexandra V.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Needs

Hi, I worked for CPS as a SECA (Special Ed Classroom Assistant) for 6yrs. Being a SECA was an amazing job. I am now a stay-at-home mom to a sweet 2yr old boy. I believe I have the patience, and kindness to work with children. Safety is my priority, but also making sure having fun and learning are incorporated too!
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Emma F.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr • 6 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

My name is Emma I am 23 years old and I have a bachelors degree in theatre arts. I have worked various jobs in childcare and with children. I have worked in a group home for young girls with various special needs, I acted as a caregiver and mentor to these girls. I also nannied a young girl with cerebral palsy. Alongside that, I...

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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 159 reviews of the 497 listed special needs caregivers.