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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
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi Families! I am an Education Major at Mizzou and will be a senior in the fall. I can start immediately - days, nights, weekends, and with little notice. I have a reliable, safe SUV to drive your children. I enjoy kids of all ages and abilities.
I bring several years of experience being a nanny to a family with special needs....
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"She's the best!!!! I love her so much. Super reliable"
Grace S.
Precent M.
Prospect Heights, IL
$10-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Male caregiver with 9 years of paid Work experience, I love my work with a passion. Have worked with many families and have great references and reviews as well as very clean background. Please check out my reviews and contact me for excellent care for your loved ones, thanks again.
5.0
"Precent did a fabulous job with my special needs son! We miss him."
Kari H.
Julie D.
Northbrook, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a mom with 17+ years of experience, I have two teenagers. Both opposite traits, one with special needs socially and emotionally and one that is an honors student and gymnast.
I adore all infants and toddlers. Currently, I work for 2 families part time. I am available on Fridays and some weekends.
Julie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
5.0
"Julie worked for us for 6 months and she was fabulous with our 1 year old son. He would always get excited to see her. She did a great job teaching him new skills like waving and blowing kisses. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
I am graduate em psychology and I have 2 years of experience taking care of children as an au pair, two boys who are currently 4 and 7 years old. But I also had experience working with children with special needs, from 2 to 14 years old, in a clinic in Brazil.
I am currently seeking a position as a full-time, long-term nanny.
I...
Marilia can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development. "
Care member
3.0
(2)
I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Tina
I Love being with kids, as my experience as a babysitter and nanny is around 8 years, including 1 year looking after special needs child , 2 years looking after 2 lovely boys , aged 1 and 6 , looking after newborn baby twins (premature) for an year.
Have a primary school teacher degree and CPR. Also worked as a...
Klimentina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tina cared for our premature twin girls from when they were 2 months adjusted until about 18 months old. She is very punctual and good at communication. She was flexible with our changing schedules and loves our daughters dearly. In addition to helping them...
Nadine K.
Michelle K.
Park Ridge, IL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for children with discipline disorders, learning disorders, downs syndrome, and autism. I take time with children I work with, to learn how they respond and react to different ways of handling situations. I am energetic and caring. I hold a great deal of pride in the work I do.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello Parents!
I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My name is Daisy like the pretty flower and I'm 26 years old. I am a very warm, loving and caring person with a lot of energy! Born in California but raised in Chicago.
I have cared for children with 8 years of experience. I'm very flexible and I am willing to work around your schedule. My goal as a nanny is to be part of the...
Daisy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"We booked Daisy to babysit my twins Saturday night. She was on time, caring, honest, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text which was a nice way to keep us updated. Will book again! "
Care member
4.8
(6)
Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood
Hello , my name is Lara and thank you for considering me for this position! My first job was at a senior care facility (in Arlington Hts.) and I have always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to personally caring for my own mother and others in the past, I have been professionally working as a senior caregiver for...
Larissa can also help with: Dementia, companionship, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"She has been helping my senior mother and doing a wonderful job. She helps with cooking, cleaning, or running errands. She's also just a friendly person that gives my mother the companionship she needs."
Lara L.
5.0
(1)
Over the last 18 years, I have worked with adult and children who have developmental disabilities. This includes one on one settings, as well as group settings. My job is to ensure the safety and well being of all individuals with whom I work and care for. Additionally, I create programs to assist with community integration.
I...
5.0
"I am pleased to have the opportunity to provide a letter of recommendation for Karyn B. Karyn is an extremely reliable, punctual, responsible, trustworthy, organized and professional individual who has taken on numerous responsibilities both inside and outside of...
Heather S.
Larissa D.
Arlington Heights, IL
$20-30/hr • 4 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, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
I have been a caregiver working in senior care and special Ed for several years . I worked at Kirk school for 4 years with special needs children and . I was a caregiver to a special needs boy for 4 years while doing senior care in the morning . I also worked with children years ago and have college courses in early childhood
Laurie can also help with: Personal care, dementia, hospice services, respite care
Irena D.
Wilmette, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate caregiver with 20+ experience of assisting people, young with special needs including dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson, and other. I've worked for private residents as a live-in, come-and-go, and at assisted living homes as a CNA and Activity Assistant.
I have the training and skills you are looking for (DSP...
Irena can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, live-in home care, companionship, errands & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CNA
CPR
Chloe L.
Evanston, IL
$16-21/hr • 1 yrs exp
I have given tennis lessons to kids from ages 5 to 14 since 2019. I am very comfortable with kids, and I have some experience with special needs kids from working at Apachi Evanston Summer Camp as an inclusion counselor. My interests include art, tennis, and reading, and I love bonding with kids and finding out what they are...
Chloe can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello, my name is Emily and I have worked with kids, namely special needs children, since high school. For past jobs, I have been an after school instructor, nanny, babysitter, and tutor for children. I volunteered at special needs dance classes, schools, and after school activities since 8th grade. I have a passion for...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Talia C.
Deerfield, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have been a camp counselor for 30 campers at a overnight camp for two years!
I have babysat since I was 12 years old!
Work very closely with kids with special needs
Talia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Hi, I'm Sally. I have been working with special needs children children at a therapeutic day school as a paraprofessional for the last year with aged 5-22. I also have experience at a day cares with ages 1-5. In addition I have worked at Boys and Girls club with 1st-2nd graders. I love playing board games with children, reading...
Sally can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hannah S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Babysitter With Experience Working With Children With Special Needs
Hi! My name is Hannah and I am a creative and energetic 20-year-old. I have experience working with children in many different settings. I have been a soccer coach and a soccer referee for several years. I am currently an inclusion aid for the park districts and a registered behavior technician (RBT). I work with and have...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Maria P.
Skokie, IL
$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
Babysitter/Nanny Available Everyday Except Mondays And Wednesdays
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maria and I have 9 years of experience working with children of all ages (newborn-15 years old). I was also a therapeutic assistant at a special needs schools working with kids who have autism, and Down's syndrome. I would love to find a position that allows me some time to work on my school work. I currently...
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Des Plaines, IL
Megan P.
5.0
Great with children, very polite
- Chris D.
Precent M.
5.0
Precent did a fabulous job with my special needs son! We miss him.
- Kari H.
Julie D.
5.0
Julie worked for us for 6 months and she was fabulous with our 1 year old son. He would always get excited to see her. She did a great job teaching him new skills like waving and blowing kisses.
- Care member
Marilia M.
5.0
Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development.
- Care member
Klimentina G.
5.0
I highly recommend Kilmentina, she is very reliable and absolutely wonderful with my two boys aged 9 and 5. She has a lot of patience and my boys love her, literally begs me to have her watch them all the time. Anyone would be lucky to have her as their sitter.
- Traci B.
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