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486 special needs caregivers are listed in Chicago, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Chicago, IL

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Kaitlin B.


Chicago, IL

$28-34/hr • 9 yrs exp

Nanny/ Special Needs Caregiver

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Hi! My name is Kaitlin. I am a licensed special education teacher (with a minor in elementary education) with 3 years in the classroom. Currently, I attend graduate school. In general, I have 13 years of experience working with children. This will be my 9th year working with people who have special needs children aged through...
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Alma F.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver

I graduated recently with a degree in Elementary and Special Education. I have always enjoying working with individuals with special needs. I have worked 4 years at an inclusive summer camp for elementary aged students. I have worked 2 years at a camp for adults and children with special needs, spending much of my time with...
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Annesley C.


Chicago, IL

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time, Passionate Special Needs Caregiver Available For Summer!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with disabled, neurodivergent, and neurotypical children and adults with and for 14 years, providing in-home, in-school, and in-community care for individuals with a variety of abilities, skills, and disabilities. I absolutely love the work, and I am passionate about disability rights. I majored in Women's and...
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Sade R.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Giver

I am a registered CNA, Phlebotomist, and have my CPR first aid certifications. I have worked closely with those who have special needs at all ages ranging from a young baby with down syndrome to children with autism and adults with MS and Cerebral palsy. I am highly attentive and love caring for others. I have experience working...
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Khadijah B.


Chicago, IL

$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Seasoned Special Needs Helper

Hello everyone, my name's Khadijah. I currently work in ABA as a Registered Behavioral Therapist. I worked with special needs of all ages, from infants to seniors. I am currently a student studying for social work. I have worked in school, home, and residential settings. I have experience with adhd, autism, delayed cognitive...
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Susana B.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Caregiver.

I worked in daycare caring for a child with sensory processing problems. I enjoy helping them learn to get through every day life with thier issue.
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Emily P.


Chicago, IL

$17-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Looking For Babysitting

I am currently in my third year teaching special education. Throughout the course of schooling and work outside of school, I have experience with all ages of people with special needs. I have done private at home therapy, tutoring and best buddies (an organization that creates friendships with adults and school aged children who...
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Sadie G.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Seeking Summer Nanny Position

Hello! My name is Sadie, and I am a 29-year-old special education teacher (deaf/hard of hearing specialty) for Chicago Public Schools. I am currently completing my 4th year of teaching, and I am interested in providing childcare and/or tutoring services throughout the summer. I am fluent in American Sign Language and have high...
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Meghan W.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Majoring In Special And Elementary Education

I am a sophomore at University majoring in special and elementary education. My sister has cerebral palsy, so I am comfortable working with children who have developmental delays. In the past, I babysat for a1-year-old who had a feeding tube and was not able to verbally communicate. I also six years experience with nannying.
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Alicia A.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Education

Set to graduate December 2023 with my bachelors in Special Education and a certificate in Language Development and Disorders. Special Education Instructional Assistant at Charles H Chipman Elementary - Salisbury, MD Wicomico County: March 2022 - May 2023 - Developed personalized care for students with disabilities based on...
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Maria O.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Looking For PT Job

Working with people with disabilities was introduced to me at a young age by having a sister with a severe intellectual disability. By high school, I knew I wanted to become a special education teacher. Throughout undergrad, I worked as an ABA therapist for children who have autism and worked in a before-school program. As a...
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Kelly S.


Chicago, IL

$17-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Seeking Second Job

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Kelly and I am a special education teacher. I have experience with all ages of children and multiple disabilities. I have worked specifically with children on the autism spectrum for about 6 years, and I love every minute of it. I am a certified teacher, certified ABA therapist and hold a Master's degree in Special...
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Eila W.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Special Education Certified Teacher

I'm a teacher in chicago with six years of elementary education experience. I'm certified in LBS1 (special education) as well as ESL. I currently teach second grade, but love working with all kids. I also have a French bulldog at home!
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Emily T.


Chicago, IL

$17-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Education Helper

Hi there! I have a lot of experience working with children with special needs. As a camp counselor, I had the opportunity to work with children of varying behavioral and cognitive abilities. I was responsible for a young teen displaying mild autism and other children with ADHD and anger management issues. I also interned at a...
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Emily S.


Chicago, IL

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Energized, Experienced And Organized Special Education Professional

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Sign Language. Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, creative and knowledgeable person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring for people, from infants to seniors. With me, individuals will receive appropriate care and support, and I'm willing...
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Nina J.


Chicago, IL

$30-45/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher With Self-Contained And Resource Experience

Hi there! My name is Nina and I have a passion for working with people with special needs & special education. I have my B. S. in Psychology and went straight into teaching in a self contained Enhanced Autism Classroom right out of college. Although it was an EAC room, I gained hands on experience with many other disabilities...
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Cheryl M.


Chicago, IL

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver Who Anticipates Needs,

I have been a stay at home mom for over 19 years now. My two oldest go to college at Dartmouth College and Northwestern University, respectively. My youngest goes to high school and participates in a variety of sports and activities. This leaves me with time and energy to devote myself to caregiving and putting my 20+ years of...
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Sarah Z.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

SCI RN

Hi! My name is Sarah and I am currently a registered nurse at Hines VA Hospital in the spinal cord unit. I have been a nurse for three years and I have been on the spinal cord unit for two and a half years. I currently work the night shift so I have a very variable schedule. I am trying to say up for a wedding so I am looking to...
I am 22 years old.impairments. I have helped raise my brother to be the wonderful 20-year-old man he is today! Along with volunteering with many organizations such as the Special Olympics and the NWSRA. I went college at the University of Iowa and minored in American Sign Language. I have a strong passion for working with...
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Alex K.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Child-Care Provider

Hi there!! My name is Alex and I am currently employed as an Elementary School Psychologist with Chicago Public Schools. I recently graduated from Loyola University of Chicago with my Masters in Educational Psychology, and Specialist degree in School Psychology. During grad school, I served as a nanny for a wonderful Chicago...

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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 206 reviews of the 486 listed special needs caregivers.