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Find special needs caregivers in Downers Grove, IL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Downers Grove, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Downers Grove, IL

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Priscila M.


Downers Grove, IL

$35/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Family, I am a professional Nanny with the following certifications and experiences: More than 15, 000 thousand hours proven with children from 0 to 8 years old. (Certified By Cultural care Au pair) - Aid CPR AED certified (American Heart Association). - Special Needs Experience:(Autism and ADHD). - Managing ADHD, Autism,...
Priscila can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Priscila is a natural. We were immediately comfortable having her care for our 1 year old daughter. I can't recommend her enough! "

Care member

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Nijole B.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available Part-Time

I have been a caregiver for 10 years and am very passionate about what I do. One of my employers had an 18-year-old daughter with epilepsy. I assisted her with homework, morning routine, meal preparation, and other household duties. I was also a math teacher in my home country of Lithuania for 20 years, which sometimes required...
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Emily B.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have 10+ years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I have worked with children, peers, and adults with mental, emotional, and physical impairments. I realize that finding the right fit for a caregiver/family is especially important in the case of caring for someone with special needs. I'd love to meet...
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Frannie J.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

After School And Evening Nanny!

Hello! I have been babysitting for families with children ages newborn to pre-teen for about 10 years. I currently works as a paraprofessional in a special education classroom at the high school level. I am also pursuing my Masters of Special Education degree to become a Special Education teacher which I will finish up in May...
I have lots of experience with special needs children. My little brother and cousin have autism, my niece has Down syndrome and my other little cousin has ADHD. I have personal experience, but I also want to go to school to become a special needs teacher. As of right now, I work as an assistant teacher in an elementary school....
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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

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Nijole B.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available

I was a math teacher for 20 years in my home country of Lithuania. I also have two children of my own, who have given me a lifetime of experience. One of my jobs was to care for an 18-year-old girl with epilepsy, so I'm comfortable with working with disabled and special-needs children. I also used to work part-time for a family...
Nijole can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

Hi- my name is Amelia. I am currently 20 years old and I am the oldest of 7 children. I love working with children of all ages! I have experience personal experience with special needs children, as well as working with them. I am also an assistant teacher at an elementary school working with grades K-5th. I've been babysitting...
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Emily B.


Downers Grove, IL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny Of Nearly 20 Years

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a career nanny who genuinely loves working inside the home. I love working with kids, developing a routine, and how each day can bring new sweet moments. I love being outdoors and staying active. I'm also a huge champion of reading at all ages! I have lots of experience working with kids with special needs too.
Emily can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Caroline S.


Downers Grove, IL

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I have had experience caring for children for the past 5 years. I started with watching neighbors children for a couple hours a day and then when I started highschool I volunteered at a pre-school for 4 years. 3 years ago I started working with the Northbrook Park district and worked the after school care program which had kids...
Caroline can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated and nurturing nanny with over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages and backgrounds including those with special needs. My approach to childcare focuses on creating a warm, safe, and structured environment where children feel encouraged to explore, learn, and grow. I prioritize open...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Sarah C.


Downers Grove, IL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Medical Student Offering Reliable Childcare Services

Hello! My name is Sarah, and I'm a passionate medical student with a love for childcare. I am currently pursuing my degree to become a doctor of osteopathic medicine, which has equipped me with valuable skills in communication, patience, and attention to detail. I understand the importance of creating a safe, nurturing...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jordan S.


Elmhurst, IL

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Jordan, and I am looking to help an awesome family. I love working with kids, so I used that passion and became a camp counselor. I did that for two years at my local park district. I have experience with children as young as 3 and as old as 13. I also have experience with working with children with special...
Jordan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Clemonce M.


Wheaton, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had a good amount of experience with special needs from young to old. I have been working through Care for sometime now and love the families I work for. I am very positive and upbeat, very patient and kind, and do everything I can to make my client feel loved and comfortable and happy.
5.0
"Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She is very dependable. Punctual and very dependable! She is sweet and kind! And is a very hard worker! She compassionate and...

Elle A.

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Gina S.


Wheaton, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Gina Marie's Concierge Service

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Gina Marie (NON-AGENCY) and I offer the following services: * Friendly Companionship * Bathing and Dressing * Errands * Light Housekeeping * Meal preparation * Medication Reminder * Shopping * Flexible Hourly Care * Transportation * Certified in Memory Loss and Human Services...
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Lorraine G.


Glendale Heights, IL

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual Experienced College Student Available for Babysitting

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working with children of all ages. I've been working with children since I was 15 years old. But I've been a professional nanny since 20. I have excellent references upon request. I finished my associates degree and completed 3 years towards a nursing degree. I am a certified nurses assistant. I reside in Glendale...
Lorraine can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is currently caring for my 2 girls (3 yo and 6 yo) and she is great. She takes the girls to activities and play dates. She is a natural with kids! We are very happy with her. "

Patricia V.

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Dania G.


Melrose Park, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced & Dynamic Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dynamic and highly dependable Childcare Provider and Educator with over 13 years of experience. Background in Early Childhood Education and Childhood Development. Extensive special needs experience. Dedicated to helping shape children into confident, intelligent, and empathetic people who will carry those traits on into...
Dania can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"We cannot express enough how much we have loved having Dania become part of our family! Dania assisted with our three children ages newborn to four years old for almost 2 years! Our two oldest children are autistic and require specialized therapy. Dania...

Laurie B.

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Emily B.


Wheaton, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Fun-Loving Nanny With Experience!

Hi, my name is Emily! I am a licensed paraprofessional and substitute teacher, with experience from babies to young adults! I have also been a nanny since 2017. With all of my years nannying, I have cared for only children and multiple siblings (and have overseen countless play dates), and I am comfortable with pretty much any...
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She has such a kindhearted spirit and is amazing with kids. She is a safe driver and great cook!"

Care member

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Branndi C.


Hillside, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

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 in teaching, & 30+ years working with...
Branndi can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Branndi watched our two children for almost 3 years. She was with us from when my daughter was 3 months until my son was 2. In that time she truly became part of the family and took care of my children like they were her own. Branndi was great about taking the kids...

Kate C.

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Dimone L.


Carol Stream, IL

$20-21/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Preschool Student Teacher Looking For Part-Time Job

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Good Morning, I live in Carol Stream with my baby girl and looking for a job babysitting some amazing children this year in my free time . I am interested in babysitting your child I have 9 years in paid childcare experience as well as CPR/First Aid/AED certified. I have worked in daycare' s, Summer Camps with children ages...
Dimone can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Downers Grove, IL

Priscila M.

5.0

We hired Priscilla to babysit our 7 year old daughter. Everything went extremely well and our daughter is really excited to see her again! Would not hesitate to recommend

- Julie C.

Clemonce M.

5.0

Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She is very dependable. Punctual and very dependable! She is sweet and kind! And is a very hard worker! She compassionate and without a doubt very supportive.

- Elle A.

Lorraine G.

5.0

Lorraine was my nanny for my two girls for 3 years. I decided to be home full-time so I no longer needed her as a nanny. However, she still works for us for date nights. My girls love Lorraine. While being our nanny she was punctual, reliable and dependable. I would hire her as our nanny again if I...

- Amanda M.

Dania G.

5.0

We cannot express enough how much we have loved having Dania become part of our family! Dania assisted with our three children ages newborn to four years old for almost 2 years! Our two oldest children are autistic and require specialized therapy. Dania participated in the therapy sessions, and her...

- Laurie B.

Emily B.

5.0

Emily nannied for me for a year and she still helps me with the kids whenever I need her. Emily is punctual, responsive, reliable, and treats my children like they are her own. My kids adore her and are so happy every time they get to spend time with her. She’s a part of our family and always will...

- Care member

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