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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Evanston, IL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Evanston, IL

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Nicole G.


Evanston, IL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Direct Support Professional Available For Part Time To Full Time Position

4.8

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with individuals with special needs for over five years. I have majority of my experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum or have other intellectual disabilities and need behavioral support. I have worked with children from infants to toddlers to teens and also adults. I am CPR and first aide...
5.0
"Nicole has great experience working with a variety of individuals with disabilities. She is very compassionate and is able to make great connections with those she works with!"

Erin L.

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Claudia M.


Evanston, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter (M-F 10 Am On)

Hi! I love working with children who are eager to play and learn. I have worked with children my whole life. I have raised two very responsible, healthy young adults. I have taught all levels and have worked with special needs children. I have a fun, nurturing character. I am firm but loving and I think kids are amazing. I...
Claudia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Claudia treated our son as her own. She was always thinking of activities for them to do together. He loved her and would ask for her even on days she wasn't scheduled to come!"

Meret B.

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Marilia M.


Evanston, IL

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Kind, Patient And Energetic Nanny.

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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development. "

Care member

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Nicole G.


Evanston, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Who Wants Your Children To Have Fun And Be Critical Thinkers

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for children all my life from family to friends and have been caring for them professionally for the last 10 years. I care for children of all ages, with and without special needs. I am CPR and first aid certified, Direct Service person certified, Paraprofessional certified (teachers aide), sign language, and...
Nicole can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Nicole was an amazing sitter for my 4 year old son. She is so caring and kind. Her natural attitude and way of being is very calming for kids. I knew that my son was safe and cared for with her. She also knows how to kindly set boundaries and ensure that kids know...

Anna A.

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Watcharaphan T.


Evanston, IL

$30-32/hr12 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Pam. I am 34 years old. I graduated from bachelor degree in preschool education. I study, art education, special needs, children physiology, and child care. I was a kindergarten teacher for 2 years. I moved to Chicago for an Au Pair opportunity on 2013. After the Au Pair program is over, I continue working as...
Watcharaphan can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Pam was a part time nanny for my kids (2 year old and now 7 month old) during the summer. She did a great job meeting their needs and engaging with them. She took my super active 2 year old on long walks and to the park, fed him lunch and put him down for his naps....

Sara A.

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Alexis T.


Evanston, IL

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

My Name Is Alexis, And I Love Working With Children!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a 24-year-old special education paraprofessional in Evanston. I'll be finishing my Bachelor's at Northwestern over the summer. I have experience caring for children of all ages, and experience tutoring elementary school students in reading and math. In addition to working at Lincolnwood Elementary, I have 2 years...
Alexis can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lexi is amazing! My kids (boys ages 10 and 6) loved every minute and ask all the time when she can come back! She took them on a scavenger hunt and swimming at the pool. I love that she could get those lazy boys off the couch and outside and they liked it!"

Wendy D.

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Marcia M.


Evanston, IL

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced, Reliable, And Responsible Special Needs Caregiver

I have been a special needs caregiver for almost seven years. I have extensive experience working with children under the age of five years old. I have experience caring for premature babies. I have held jobs as a babysitter, nanny, household manager, instructional aide with special needs children, teacher's assistant, and a...
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Rashun W.


Evanston, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

My name is Rashun . I have worked with adults and children with special needs for Over 5 Years. I have worked as a hands on counselor for those with special needs. I also lived with and helped take care of my nephew with Down syndrome and another nephew with ADHD. I provide a loving and caring environment. I also have an...
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Katherine A.


Evanston, IL

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Future Americorps Teacher And Previous Special Needs Wilderness Guide Looking For Hire

This past summer, I worked at a special needs outdoors adventure program taking kids with autism, ADHD, oppositional defiance disorder, OCD, etc. on backpacking, hiking, white water rafting, and rock climbing trips. I love the outdoors and am a very adventurous as well as patient person. My love with for working with special...
I recently became a Certified Nurse Assistant and learned how to care for people who need help with daily activities. My clinical rotation focused on residents at a nursing home with severe dementia.
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Sarah C.


Evanston, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

I am Registered Nurse and hold a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. I am a practicing RN in Labor and Delivery and have experience in obstetrics, pediatrics and geriatrics; but I am passionate about all populations in-between. I am a mom of 4 beautiful kids, one with special needs (SMA). I believe in holistic care - taking in...
My name is Winter. I'm very kind, caring and understanding. I would love to be there to give support & spend time caring for your loved one!
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Sarah H.


Evanston, IL

$17-22/hr8 yrs exp

Compassionate And Involved Caregiver

Hi, my name is Sarah ("Sam"), and I have 4 years of experience in childcare working as a lead teacher for children ages 0-3 in a Montessori preschool. I have loved my work teaching, and I now am seeking a role where I can share my love for early childhood with one special family. I have enjoyed studying and implementing the...
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Nkateko N.


Evanston, IL

$15-25/hr

Part Time Caregiver Available

I'd describe myself as passionate because I love what I do, I have a safe source of motivation that drives me to do the best. I'm highly organized, I use a set of tools to help me stay on-top of my deadlines. I'm a peoples person, I love meeting new people and learning about their backgrounds and their lives and I'm polite...
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Paulette K.


Evanston, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

I am reliable, energetic, and compassionate. Have great empathy for others and, genuinely, wish to make a positive difference in the lives whose paths I cross. Paulette
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Tori H.


Evanston, IL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Registered Behavioral Therapist

I am a past registered behavioral therapist for children with autism. I also have experience working with infants in a day care, and as a behavioral health technician in children's psychiatric hospital. I am a caring, fun loving gal who loves psychology and working with kiddos.
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Isabelle V.


Evanston, IL

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hi my name is Isabelle! I have a younger brother who was born with an intellectual disability therefore, I have ample experience working with children with disabilities. I have also worked as an early childhood educator, teacher assistant, student aid, counselor and nanny in pervious years. Holding numerous positions has allowed...
Hi my name is Victoria and I'm 22 years old. I'm currently an RBT caring for autistic children and I enjoy my job very much!
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Ilana F.


Evanston, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

17 Years Of Experience As A Nanny/Household Manager

I would like to take this opportunity to share some of my many years of experience as a professional household manager, organizer, personal assistant, child and pet care provider and more working with a diverse set of individuals and families including high profile, overseas, night nurse and children with special needs to name a...
Ilana can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Elena B.


Evanston, IL

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Lively Sitter Looking To Add Joy And Structure To Your Home

Hey! My name is Elena, I'm a Bay Area native who has recently relocated to Illinois. I've spent the past 3 years working with children with special needs and am returning to Evanston after a brief stint as an Au Pair in Germany. My intention as a nanny is to provide structure and peace of mind, and I value communication above...
Elena can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Evanston, IL

Nicole G.

5.0

Nicole is amazing! She is very kind, patient, understanding and naturally intuitive. She is especially skilled in working with individuals with special needs. I trust her completely and would highly recommend her for any job!

- Debby G.

Claudia M.

5.0

Claudia treated our son as her own. She was always thinking of activities for them to do together. He loved her and would ask for her even on days she wasn't scheduled to come!

- Meret B.

Marilia M.

5.0

Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development.

- Care member

Nicole G.

5.0

Nicole was an amazing sitter for my 4 year old son. She is so caring and kind. Her natural attitude and way of being is very calming for kids. I knew that my son was safe and cared for with her. She also knows how to kindly set boundaries and ensure that kids know and follow the rules. We felt lucky...

- Anna A.

Watcharaphan T.

5.0

Pam did a great job with our daughter on a Monday where our Nanny was out of town. She is sweet, lovely, and everything you'd want in a nanny. Lots of play with our infant daughter, took her on walks, and was easy when following the things that work best for our daughter. We really enjoyed her and...

- Catherine H.

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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Evanston, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 32 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.