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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Darien, IL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Darien, IL

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Justyna L.


La Grange, IL

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Responsible Nanny

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Hello:) My name is Justyna and I love children. For the past 20 years I have been working as a regular babysitter, household manager as well as a special needs nanny. I'm very punctual, responsible, easy going person with great communication skills.
Justyna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Margaret G.


Hickory Hills, IL

$20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Happy Fun Creative Sitter

Hi! I would love to take care of your kid's for a night or for the day! Whether you want to go on a date night or just to get some errands done, I'd love you help you out! I have 9 years of experience with babysitting, 6 years of teaching swim lessons, 2 years of ECE, and 5 years of working with special needs. I am very high...
Margaret can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emily C.


Lombard, IL

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I have grown up with 3 cousins with Muscular Dystrophy and have spent my whole life helping them. I have assisted another family with two boys with Muscular Dystrophy and was a caregiver for them. I have worked at Seaspar, Easter Seals, Marklund Home and have been working in schools for many years. This allowed me to care with a...
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Amanda R.


Westmont, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I'm a mom 4 kiddos ranging from jr high to preschool. My passion is and always has been helping people of all abilities. I have been with the same family for over 10 yrs helping their non verbal son that has autism. Lucky for him he found a day school that his family loves, which now leaves me with some availability.
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Kristen H.


Romeoville, IL

$18-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Kristen. I have been a CNA for 20 years with 10+ years of in home care experience. I also have behavioral health background.
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Virginija S.


Willowbrook, IL

$25-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! . I have a lot of experience with special needs kids for the last 20 years.
Virginija can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Katrina J.


Westmont, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available

English Nanny with over 20 years of experience with 3 wonderful families from newborn to college age. Teacher certified, CPR and First Aid.
I have extensive experience, providing one on one care and support for children of all ages, including those with special needs as a former paraprofessional and caregiver I am skilled in creating engaging activities, maintaining routines and fostering a positive nurturing environment, whether assisting with homework preparing...
Jenavieve can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Carolyn K.


La Grange Park, IL

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a past stay at home mom with now grown children (a girl and boy each) who is excited to work again! Though I'm a registered nurse with past pediatric, elderly, and special needs experience, I prefer to work with children and love helping parents out. I'm great with kids of all ages. I adapt well to desired parenting styles....
Carolyn can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Branndi C.


Hillside, IL

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree, I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant - 5 years... I have 20 years of teaching and 30+ years working with...
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Diana C.


Bridgeview, IL

$24-26/hr • 7 yrs exp

Child Care

Hi there! My name is Diana, and I'm a dedicated and caring nanny with experience working with children of all ages, from infants and toddlers to school-age kids and teenagers. I'm also well-versed in supporting children with special needs, ensuring every child feels valued and understood. I believe in creating a nurturing, fun,...
Diana can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Ava M.


Hickory Hills, IL

$18/hr • 4 yrs exp

Kids bring me lots of joy. I enjoy being around them, teaching them playing sports and doing crafts with them. I use to work in the nursery and child care at my church, I babysit here and there when people need me, and I watched my neighbors grandma for about a year as she was old and had dementia. I am going to school to...
Ava can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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Eilish N.


Homer Glen, IL

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs

I worked as an individual healthcare provider/personal care assistant 4 years. I worked with a client with Spinal Muscular Atrophy for assistance in completion of activities of daily living and transfers to and from his power chair to bed, commode, & shower chair. I would also help him out with some light housekeeping, cooking,...
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Lilia B.


Downers Grove, IL

$17/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Lilia . I am an 23-year-old girl with two years of babysitting and half a year of experience working with children that have special needs. I am currently taking college courses online for speech and hearing sciences!
Lilia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

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Diana C.


Bridgeview, IL

$15-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Diana! I've worked with children with Down syndrome. I know each person has different levels to their disability thus individual care is needed.
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Dovile N.


Lemont, IL

$35/hr • 8 yrs exp

My Name Is Dovile, I Speak Lithuanian And English.

I'd describe my personality as fun, loving, caring, compassionate, genuine I like working with kids because it brings me joy watching them grow up, explore, and experience different things I'm looking for a job that will let me grow a connection with the kids and family, has a fun environment I started working with kids...
I am a nurse in Brazil and have experience with mental health, I always try to understand them and encourage activities with them
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Marni C.


Lisle, IL

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an experienced nanny, household manager & babysitter of 6 years. I work well with children of all ages newborn-14 years. As well as experience with twins, newborns, and kids with special needs. On top of my nanny experience I have worked as an elementary school assistant teacher for 2 years, camp leader for kids with...
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Charlene A.


Willowbrook, IL

$23-30/hr

Caregiver For All Your Needs

Hi My name is Charlene. I live in Willowbrook. I have dealt with infants all the way to seniors. I have given care to Autistic, Adhd, to Alzheimer clients. I do light housework. Meal prep, activities. Please reach out for further information. Thank you.
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Brianna C.


Oak Brook, IL

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Memory Maker Smile Creator

I'm a dedicated full-time student pursuing a career in paramedics while working towards a degree in neonatal nursing. With 3 years of experience as a recreational aid leader for individuals with special needs at Ray Graham Association, I've developed a strong passion for working with disabled individuals. Outside of academics, I...
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Ratings for Darien, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Darien, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.