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511 special needs caregivers are listed in Chicago, IL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Chicago, IL

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Josie J.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

CNA, Babysitter

5.0

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I am a 23-year-old studying to become a nurse. I have an Associates in Health Science alone with my certified nursing assistant license, first aid, and CPR. I recently babysit 4 kids once a week. I can basically take care of any aged kids, I've worked with all. Im very intelligent so I'm always open to tutoring. Also I love...
Josie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Josie has been with me since my kids were babies. She is silly and fun loving! She loves being active and my kids still love when she comes over! "

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Mary S.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

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.

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Miranda O.


Chicago, IL

$24-25/hr8 yrs exp

Summer Nanny Seeking New Family

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:

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Cynthia H.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Mama C / Encourager Of Children

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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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! "

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Cami B.


Chicago, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Professional, Educated, Highly Recommended Caregiver!

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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, 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+++"

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Leilani M.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

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

Heather D.

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Malorie P.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Student- Babysitter With 6 Years Experience!!

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: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
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.

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Dina S.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Child Whisperer

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello Families! My name is Dina. I have committed over 30 years to providing compassionate childcare for infants through teens in a variety of childcare settings. I have had amazing opportunities supporting children and their families as a nanny, home school teacher/tutor, preschool teacher, mother's helper and special needs...
Dina can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kind, compassionate, hard worker, goes above and beyond "

Care member

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Kimberly J.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 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: Dementia, personal care, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"She's an angel. Caring and kind."

Jasmine W.

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Chase S.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr2 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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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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Kristin J.


Chicago, IL

$30-50/hr5 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/hr5 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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Olivia S.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr7 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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Casey G.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr5 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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Ewa C.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/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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Christina N.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr

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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Tanya B.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr10 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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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chicago, IL

Josie J.

5.0

Josie has been with me since my kids were babies. She is silly and fun loving! She loves being active and my kids still love when she comes over!

- Care member

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.

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.

Cynthia H.

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

Cami B.

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

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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 183 reviews of the 511 listed special needs caregivers.