Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Crest Hill, IL

Salutations, My name is Brandon, and it is a pleasure to E-meet you. I have been working with children for over 5 years now. I was a Pre-K/Lead School Age Teacher. I've always enjoyed working with children. Prior to this job, I was a teacher aide at a therapeutic day school for individuals with high functioning autism. I myself...

Brianna B.

$27/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings! My name is Brianna and I have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with their social and emotional needs. I'm also CPR and first aid certified, and have experience...

Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"She is such a joy to have! She was a blessing to our family, and I know that she will be an asset to any family that will have her. "

Care member

Yanira N.

New Lenox, IL

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother

5.0

(2)

I have nannied & babysat for several families over the years. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my reviews from the previous families. I am a US Veteran and homeschooling mom of 3 boys (7, 4 & 6-month-old). I look forward to hearing about your family and how I may be able to help.

Yanira can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others."

marvin D.

Virginia R.

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

(2)

My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and have experience with infants through school age for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education Special...

5.0

"Virginia is patient, energetic and caring with children. Trustworthy and self-sufficient in the work that she displays. She is great with children with special needs and a fast on learning new task that revolve around the child. Virginia will be an excellent part...

Genoveva R.

Carrie S.

Homer Glen, IL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Caregiver Available Full-Time

5.0

(4)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...

Barbara B.

Lockport, IL

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Dedicated In-Home Senior Care | Personalized Support

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...

Barbara can also help with: Errands, home modification, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, dementia & more

Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

CPR

5.0

"Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing w/the fluctuations in moods & seeks appropriate activities to engage him, while providing the best assistance to...

Christina K.

Ashley M.

$15-19/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Social Work Graduate, awaiting LSW. Experience working with at-risk youth in crisis situations, and after-school settings. CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified Currently a Full-Time employee as a Qualified Mental Health Professional and Crisis/Outreach Manager. Has own transportation. Currently learning Spanish and taking classes, can...

Barbara B.

Lockport, IL

$37-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Quality Care, Peace Of Mind

5.0

(1)

Lori S.

$25-36/hr • 10 yrs exp

Licensed CNA Caregiver

5.0

(6)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...

Lori can also help with: Errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more

Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CNA

CPR

5.0

"Lori worked for our family for 2 years. She is dedicated to her client's well being,happiness and health above all else. She treat our home with respect and honesty. "

Care member

Elsa T.

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking To Care For Children Of Any Age. Will Build Structure And Foundation In Their Lives. I'm Not Here To Replace You As A Parent. I Have Worked With 3 Children, Who Were Special Needs At Once.

3.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I took Child Care and First Aid in high school. I just recently worked with 3 children with special needs at one time. I also prepare meals and did light household cleaning. I can also multitask. I have my own vehicle. I did drop-off and pick up at school for 2 preschooler. I am bilingual.

Elsa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

3.0

"Elsa was very kind and I can tell she means well. However, she mentioned letting us know she couldn’t stay the entire time but we have no record of this. We can kind of tell she’s just starting her childcare career. Our child was returned to us barely tightened...

Care member

Carolina A.

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Adaptive Sitter And Amusement Master, babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I will be on school break December 16th - January 16th and will be in Joliet. If you're looking for some temporary help (1 month) on weekdays after 2 pm, feel free to message me and I will get back to you :) Thanks! Things about me: - 3+ years paid experience - newborn/infant experience - infant-teenage experience -...

Carolina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Carolina was early and was amazing!!! My son wanted her to come back again tomorrow lol 10/10 says F. (5 stars)"

Cassandra B.

Sarah K.

New Lenox, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Reliable & Flexible, Experienced, Friendly Part Time Caregiver

5.0

(4)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sarah! I am a reliable, flexible and fun-loving part time caregiver! I have experience babysitting newborns to pre-teens! I work full time as a school social worker. Given my full time job, I have experience with individuals with special needs. I would be interested in helping your family on a part time or...

Sarah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Sarah is amazing with the kids and she is a delightful, fun, and intelligent sitter! She has been the best sitter we have had and these days this can be hard to find. Sarah is always welcome in our home!"

Abigail F.

Chris G.

$15-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi.. My name is Chris and I have a passion for helping people in need.. My sister had MS for over 20 years. My Mom had dementia and other medical issues... and took care for her until her passing.. So I understand that people need help..:)

5.0

"Chris is the most wonderful person and helper. She is loyal and dedicated and always puts my needs and comfort first. Chris is passionate about helping people and does so with joy and enthusiasm. She has a big heart and a positive attitude. I highly recommend...

Catherine K.

Wendy S.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Super Nanny

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of children since 1985. I have been a nanny all over USA until 2002. I decided to make a change and moved to Mainland China (Shenzhen) to teach English. Now I own a small kindergarten in Shenzhen. Because they do not accept or understand learning issues in children, our school gets many special kids. My...

Wendy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better sitter for them. She always had activities planned and available should the kids be interested, and she was totally...

Justin B.

Carol G.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Learning Behavior Specialist Certified Special Education Teacher, Former Caregiver And Nanny

5.0

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had multiple prior educational and volunteering experiences working with children and adults with disabilities and baby-sitting as well as taking care of family members with special needs. My area of specialty is severe and profound. I worked my way through college as a nanny and caregiver through a company. I have an...

5.0

"She is simply amazing and both of my girls love her. She's wonderful with them!"

Maria L.

Bradi O.

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Speech Language Pathologist Student- Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Bradi and I am a graduate student at University studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was old enough to take a babysitting certification class through the park district at the age of 12. I have babysat for countless families...

Bradi can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

Cassie C.

$22-23/hr • 18 yrs exp

4.1

(11)

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

As a natural-born caregiver with 18 years of experience, I have a deep-rooted passion for nurturing and supporting children. My journey into childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered the immense joy and fulfillment that comes from positively impacting young lives. Since then, I have dedicated myself...

Cassie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

4.0

"We have had the pleasure of having Cassie since January. She has been very dependable, punctual and very easy to work with. I appreciate her flexibility and patience in dealing with a moody teenager! If our personal situation had not changed we would still be...

Angela C.

Kristen K.

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Extremely Organized And Reliable. Loving And Consistent. Dependable And Fun.

5.0

(2)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am extremely reliable and dependable. I can manage a household of many schedules, care for children and pets, and keep a clean and organized home. I offer many references who can verify my reliability, attention to detail, and efficient use of time while providing a loving and fun atmosphere with special outings for children....

Kristen can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, craft assistance

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Kristen is an excellent sitter. Professional, education background and works well with my daughter who has behavior focused challenges. Highly recommend Kristen!"

Michael L.

Lillian H.

$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind, Fun Grandmotherly Sitter Who Adores Children

5.0

(4)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm a warm, responsible and mature woman with many years of experience taking care of all ages of children, including those with special needs. I believe in doing all kinds of age appropriate activities with little ones as it helps them grow and learn. I will do crafts, use building toys, read and play games with your children,...

Lillian can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Lillian provided excellent care for our daughter. She is a very caring individual. She cared for our daughter when she was a toddler and she always found ways to keep her entertained through playing together, singing songs, reading books, and other activities. "

Care member

Amy L.

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience With Traumatic Brain Injuries, Disabilities

5.0

(1)