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510 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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Shania J.


Chicago, IL

$16-28/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Special Education Assistant & Soon To Be Elementary Educator

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With nearly five years in special education at Chicago Public Schools, I am a dedicated Special Education Classroom Assistant at a STEM school, blending inclusive education with STEM fields. My experience extends to math and technology, having been a math tutor and involved in "Girls Who Code," promoting tech literacy. I'm...
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Alicia A.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr3 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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Miranda O.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

K-2 Special Ed Teacher Looking For Summer Work

Hi there! I am a K-2 special education teacher at a school in CPS. I am a low-incidence special education teacher and therefore have lots of experience with children who have severe and profound special needs. I have worked as a special education teacher for 2 years, and love working with children of all different abilities. I...
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Kelly S.


Chicago, IL

$10-25/hr4 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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Maria O.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr3 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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Meghan W.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr6 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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Emily T.


Chicago, IL

$16-30/hr1 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/hr10 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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Eila W.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr8 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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Nina J.


Chicago, IL

$30-45/hr3 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/hr10 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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Maren B.


Chicago, IL

$35/hr7 yrs exp

Let's Get It Done With Fun!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Prior to graduating from an Occupational Therapy Assistant degree program I worked as an Optometric Vision Therapist for about 4 years. Most of the vision therapy clients were school aged. I love working with kids but have experience working with people of all ages: typically developing children, developmentally delayed...
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Sydney A.


Chicago, IL

$16-28/hr1 yrs exp

I have a clear understanding of care giving.. I have good experience with special needs children and adults, I have good understanding and I pay attention to details, I'm hardworking, kind and dedicated.. I have good home management skills and I take the safety and dignity of my clients as priority.
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Alex K.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr9 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...
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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Margaret M.


Chicago, IL

$21-25/hr2 yrs exp

Speech Pathologist Looking For A Summer Job!

I have 2 years of experience with working at the schools with children with special needs. I can help with Assistive Technology/AAC. I have 10+ years of experience with working with kids and babysitting! I am fun, patient, and energetic! I have a car and am able to drive/ transport kids to camp, etc.
I am currently a second year student at Illinois State University studying Speech Language Pathology and have worked with many individuals with various special needs. I have also volunteered at my church working with individuals with special needs and their family's.
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Sarah L.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Registered Behavior Technician

I have been a registered behavior technician working with children on the autism spectrum for a year now, implementing applied behavior analysis treatment plans.
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Talia K.


Chicago, IL

$17-22/hr1 yrs exp

Registered Behavioral Technician

I currently work at a Registered Behavioral Therapist and have experience working with kids on the spectrum from the age of two till 10. It is a passion of mine and will be starting graduate school next year to continue my psychology career.
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Sarah M.


Chicago, IL

$16-25/hr2 yrs exp

I was a behavior technician for 2 years and worked with children with autism of all ages and diagnoses

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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 182 reviews of the 510 listed special needs caregivers.