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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Deerfield, IL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Deerfield, IL

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Lola H.


Lake Forest, IL

$15-29/hr3 yrs exp

Fun, Responsible, Experienced

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a student at Lake Forest College and I am on the pre-med track to become a doctor. I have experience working with kids as well as various ages of students with special needs! Being a special needs student peer has been an amazing experience! I have also coached preschool and elementary level soccer programs. I enjoy...
Lola can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Rebecca B.


Palatine, IL

$20-27/hr6 yrs exp

My Nickname Is Becca! I Want To Be An Person That You Can Trust To Take Care Of Your Kids.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Rebecca and I've been babysitting for over 5 years and have experience with children of all ages, with children with special needs and also new born babies. I drive very well, I love sports and love doing creative activities, I really enjoy planning including lots of fun things in the weekly or monthly schedule. I...
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Brianna R.


Des Plaines, IL

$19-50/hr11 yrs exp

Live In/Live Out Nanny

My name is Bri and I'am empathetic, responsible, dependable, fun, and trustworthy childcare giver! I have 12 years of child care experience, and I'am available for a full position! I adore children and working with them because their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around! I am the eldest of seven...
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Martha K.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Memory

Hello! My name is Memory, I have 7 years working in senior and special needs care. I have also worked on a dementia ward in one of my past careers. I have a lot of knowledge, understanding and experience in helping people with different health conditions. I used to care for my mother in law, this experience gave me an idea of...
Martha can also help with: Home modification, dementia, errands, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Sarah N.


Lake Zurich, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello My name is Sarah. I have recently, retired from working after 29 years. I have worked with special needs/senior adults in all capacities. I have decided now that I would like to work only part time with the elderly. I'm looking more for companion/assistant positions. I don't have the medical background so I'm not able to...
Sarah can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
I have been part of a club where I do after school activities with children/ teenagers with special needs for two years, and occasionally spending time in the special needs room helping out the teachers during my study hall. I enjoy spending time with them and helping them learn more life skills.
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Sarah N.


Lake Zurich, IL

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've worked at Clearbrook for the last 28 years and have decided to retire as of July 5 2023. I've worked in all capacities of Clearbrook working with mentally and physically challenged adults. I have also, worked with preschool aged kids and infants throughout the years as well. I do have a special needs sister who I feel has...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Agnieszka G.


Mount Prospect, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse For Your Needs

Hello. I used to be a nurse in my country, Poland and worked in the hospital for several years. I have experience(20 years)with many medical conditions and problems. Please, feel free to contact me, so we could discuss your situation. Thank you very much.
Hi! My name ia Kristina! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person, and I am 28 years old. I love working with individuals of all ages! I used to be a camp counselor for about 7 years, and I have 10+ years of experience working with children, and volunteering in special education. I can help with Cooking, Crafts, Light...
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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Mother Of 2 Teens And Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

With being a mother of 2 teens and a special needs teaching assistant, I have 15+ years of experience with childcare. I am positive, creative, kind, helpful, reliable, and a fun person to be around. It would be a pleasure to help with homework and zoom as I love to make learning fun! Also, I am flexible and can do light...
Larissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

I'm a very active energetic person I have a medical assistant degree that I finished 4 years ago. Over the years I gained a lot of experience as a caregiver with elderly. Would love to help out with your special someone.
I have worked at a elementary, and middle school levels with a wide range of students! As a elementary school teaching assistant, I have worked with students with autism, down syndrome, various physical handicaps, and specific learning disabilities. As a middle school teacher I also have experience working with children who...
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Grace C.


Lake Zurich, IL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I currently a fitness instructor at Life Time in LZ I am a very energetic, reliable, patient, and fun-loving person. I enjoy doing crafts, activities, and playing games with kids. I have had experience babysitting for children 3 weeks old to children who are 14 years of age and some children with special needs. I have...
Grace can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have worked in the special education field, mostly with high-risk students. I love the field and the challenges, even at times, it can be overwhelming. I've worked with students of various needs and I love to learn the way a child expresses their emotions and needs in various ways. Using visuals, AACs, star-charts, oh my ,...
I am looking for a position taking care of 1-2 children, either part -time or full time. I am currently working as a temporary nanny to my 3-yr old niece, but that situation will be changing right after Christmas. In addition to being a single mom to a 15-yr old son, I have many years of experience babysitting for various family...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

My name is Talia and I am the oldest of four kids! I am currently a senior at The University of Kansas! I have been a nanny since freshman year of high school in the Overland Park area for 3 children, while babysitting multiple families since well before then and throughout the years. I love kids and just hanging out and getting...
Talia can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kim C.


Wheeling, IL

$22-37/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Suppoting Special Needs

15 plus years experience working with children and adults who have a variety of physical and mental challenges. Direct Care experience managing, leading, and training Direct Support Staff. I am hoping to find permanent full-time job providing care. This has always been my favorite job.
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Ekaterina Y.


Wheeling, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

For the past 9 years I've been working as a nursing assistant in one of the skilled nursing facilities.
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Taylor P.


Glencoe, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Looking For Some Extra Money!

Hi! My name is Taylor and I'm a student at University of Michigan (originally from Chicago) here for the summer :) I have an internship, but unfortunately due to the current pandemic, my hours/pay have been cut dramatically so I'm looking to make some extra money this summer. I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
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Cary W.


Vernon Hills, IL

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Cary & I love working with others to create engaging experiences through an environment that fosters safety, creativity, curiosity, & kindness. I have incredibly strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality, maturity, a very high emotional intelligence, & an unmatched sense of integrity. Other...
Cary can also help with: Dementia, mobility assistance, hospice services, home modification, companionship, personal care & more

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Deerfield, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.