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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Des Plaines, IL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Des Plaines, IL

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Vicky W.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Summer Caregiver

5.0

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I worked at Philip J Rock Center & School in Glen Ellyn it is school & home for children with both deaf & blind disabilities compiled with cerebral palsy & other learning disabilities. I was trained how to communicate with the children with a basic version of sign language & supervised children during activities & daily living...
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Jhan I.


Des Plaines, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Trustworthy

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. a wife and a mother of two boys 27 years and 14 years lived in Chicago and suburbs for over 30 years I'm a licensed cosmetology. I work as a nany from age of 21 for a special need 30-year-old girl . And the then got my license and worked as hair...
Jhan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"I highly recommend Jhan. She is a wonderful, kind, caring human being with an outstanding work ethic, high career and family values."

Karl F.

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Erin O.


Des Plaines, IL

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I am a Senior studying in Special Education, Learning and Behavior. I have worked with children with many different needs and am willing to support you in any way I can.
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Iwona C.


Des Plaines, IL

$21-25/hr4 yrs exp

Caring Caregiver

Hello, I have many years of experience with non-verbal children and adults with autism spectrum. I can provide references. If you are looking for a friendly, caring, and reliable caregiver, please contact me. I am available to help M-Th, from 8. 30 a.m. to 2/2. 30pm, starting September 1st.
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Daniel M.


Des Plaines, IL

$18-50/hr5 yrs exp

Positive & Professional, Educated & Friendly Daniel

Though I'm currently in a grad program for Occupational Therapy, my love for this work has spanned at least 6 years back. I used to teach Lego Robotics and Programming classes for kids. However, after experience at a residential for special needs and the time I've spent with dear friends with special needs, I found myself more...
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Marta C.


Des Plaines, IL

$20-40/hr2 yrs exp

I have a master's degree in nursing from Jagiellonian University in Poland. I can provide special needs in a variety of settings.
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Ewa B.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Ewa. I am a non-smoking nanny with 16 years of experience caring for children. I have proven to be a dependable, energetic, responsible and creative caregiver. I have worked as a nanny since 1999 with families with one to three children. I was caring for boys and girls from newborns to age 14. I am comfortable around...
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Justin B.


Des Plaines, IL

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse

Hello, I'm a licensed practice nurse. Also, I have done my registered nurse program. I have been in the medical field for about 10 years. I was a certified nursing assistant for 4 years before I became a nurse. I have experience in taking care of kids and also with the elder generation in their home. if you are looking for help...
Hi, I am Fe with 10-1/2 years of experience, providing exceptional care for babies and kids. Adapt at children's daily schedules, including meals, school and recreational activities. I am proficient in communicating and have ability to assist children with school work. My first employer on 2008 to mid of 2010 has two kids both...
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Manita H.


Des Plaines, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver /CNA

My name is Manita . I'm a mother of 3 . I have a 10 years old special need son. I work as a CNA/ care giver for a sunerise senior living in Park R. I have more than 10 years of experience working with special needs and seniors. I do assistance with personal care, meal preparation medication reminder, transfer gait bel, visually...
Hi my name is Evelina. I graduated nursing school with my practical nursing degree in August of 2024. I have a background of caring with children/adults with special needs, primarily autism, ADHD, and physical impairments. I'll be happy to answer any questions you have!
Hey there! My name is Meghan and I'm 19 years old. I'm from Des Plaines. I have four years of experience when it comes to watching kids and am extremely flexible when it comes to any sort of tasks or hours! I do have school as I am a sophomore at North Park University but I should be available most evenings. I also try my best...
Meghan can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

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Virginia R.


Des Plaines, IL

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Virginia

Hi, I'm a Preschool Teacher who love working with children. I'm caring, compassionate, reliable and hardworking. I have many years of experience working with children and people with special needs.
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi! My name is Evelina, I'm Ukrainian and I'm 19 years old. I'm a licensed practical nurse and I work as an elementary school nurse! All my previous work experience has been with kids, ranging from different ages, as well as special needs. I would love to offer date night sitting or any help needed! I'm available on the weekends...
Evelina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi there! My name is Karter and I am currently in my last semester of getting my Associates Degree, focusing on psychology and special education. I have over 4 years of childcare experience which includes before and after school care, summer camp as a 1:1 aid for campers with special needs, and as a licensed paraprofessional in...
Karter can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Judith D.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

In my history of being a nanny and a Special Education Teacher Assistant, I have always treated the children in my care as an extension of my own family. I worked as a full time nanny from 2012 to 2020 for several families. In that time period, there was a brief pause to nannying while I cared for my elderly mother in my home...
Judith can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Lavinia B.


Wheeling, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly and special need patients. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, administering medication and keep patients as active is possible..
Lavinia can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Licensed Nurse

CPR

5.0
"Professional, patient, kind, conscientious, dependable, just an outstanding caregiver, recommend her 110%. "

Care member

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Max T.


Evanston, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Over the past two summers, I worked as an Inclusion Aide. I was paired with children that had a variety of special needs including autism or physical challenges. I've also babysat for three other families with young children and they typically like my high energy.
Max can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kamonchanok P.


River Grove, IL

$28-30/hr9 yrs exp

Full-time Experienced Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am 31 years old, a friendly, adventurous, helpful, imaginative, dependable, and energetic person. I have experience with an infant - 13 years old. I volunteered as a teaching assistant at the Kindergarten for 3 months. I was a teacher for middle school for one year in Thailand before I moved to the U. S. I was a...
Kamonchanok can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is a lovely person. Full of energy and active. The kids have a good and fun time with her"

Thunya P.

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Vanessa S.


Skokie, IL

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Child Is A Happy Life

4.2

(5)

Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified. Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Des Plaines, IL

Jhan I.

5.0

Jhan was very engaged in helping care for your child. My child enjoyed her helping us. As with anyone helping with care-giving of your child, make sure you are very clear on what you expect, as well as do's and don't, as far as addressing it up front, and guidance towards that. She did a great...

- Maryam A.

Lavinia B.

5.0

Professional, patient, kind, conscientious, dependable, just an outstanding caregiver, recommend her 110%.

- Care member

Kamonchanok P.

5.0

She is a lovely person. Full of energy and active. The kids have a good and fun time with her

- Thunya P.

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