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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Glen Ellyn, IL
The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Glen Ellyn, IL
4.7
(3)
I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 18 years. I now work as an assistant at the Elementary level K-2 grades. I am a certified CNA, Phlebotomists, EKG technician. I have provided home health care for 15 years.
5.0
"She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done. "
Care member
Gina S.
Wheaton, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Independent Person/ Specialize With Alzheimer's /Dementia And Parkinson's/ Special Needs
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Concierge Service / Assisted Living Elder Care/ Child Care/ Special Needs Care/ I Offer the following: * Covid Vaccinated* Friendly Companionship * Bathing & Dressing Assistance * Errands * Light Housekeeping * Meal Preparation * Shopping * Flexible Hourly Care * Specialize & Certified With Alzheimer's & Dementia * Hospice Care*...
Gina can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional care and support provided by Gina towards my Mom. Gina demonstrated an extraordinary level of compassion, empathy, and kindness that went above and beyond. Gina not only attended to my Mom’s physical needs but...
Care member
5.0
(2)
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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
Virginija S.
Willowbrook, IL
$21-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care
5.0
(1)
Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....
5.0
"Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management , security comfort and trust with her attentive approach ! Highly recommended "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Noël and I live in Villa Park, IL. I have a significant amount of experience caring for special needs individuals as I have a younger brother, Joshua, who is Autistic - he is my pride and my joy! In addition to caring for him, I assisted my parents with facilitating an at home early intervention program...
5.0
"Noel was amazing to work with. She is communicative, responsive, and caring. I would strongly recommend hiring Noel."
Clint S.
Tamara A.
West Chicago, IL
$20-27/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked for help at home which was Lutheran social services prior to that I've worked with many different clients ranging from dementia and Parkinson's disease along with special need children I've worked for over 12 years
Tamara can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"A joy to have around. Does the little things that count."
Robert And Susan F.
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
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
5.0
(2)
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, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, 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
Wendy P.
Naperville, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Patient, Loving Caregiver Seeking Part Time Position To Make A Positive Difference
5.0
(3)
If you are looking for a kind, patient and compassionate person to assist you or your loved one, I could be just what you are looking for. I am seeking a part time position to provide companionship and assistance with other needs such as light house work, errands, meal prep., appointments, etc. I am energetic, out-going,...
5.0
"Wendy is AMAZING! My husband and I cannot say enough about her and the amazing experience our daughter had with her! We came from out of state for a wedding and never left our daughter with anyone besides our family before. Wendy took the time to video with us...
Care member
I have lot of experience with children from newborn- 11 years old, twins, special needs kids,. I worked as a professional child giver 7 years , and I have my own 2 kids 5, 7(special need).
Eva can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Vanessa B.
Darien, IL
$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
My passion is helping and taking care or people (children and adults). I enjoy putting a smile on someone's face. I am friendly, efficient, organized, and responsible. I have volunteered at senior centers in the past. I have worked with special needs children and handicap individuals.
Vanessa can also help with: Respite care, personal care
Hello! . I have a lot of experience with special needs kids for the last 20 years.
Virginija can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Jenavieve P.
Lisle, IL
$16-21/hr
I have extensive experience, providing one on one care and support for children of all ages, including those with special needs as a former paraprofessional and caregiver I am skilled in creating engaging activities, maintaining routines and fostering a positive nurturing environment, whether assisting with homework preparing...
Jenavieve can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello There!
I Have Reliable Transportation.
I Love Pets.
I Have 5 Years Of Experience As A Personal Caregiver, 5 As A Housekeeper, 5 As A Cook.
I Have Associate Degree in Food Arts.
Languages: English, Ukrainian, Russian, Polish.
And! Good at Time Management and Punctual.
Let's Meet!
Hello! My Name is Nick I am Studying special education at Western Michigan university, I am also on the lacrosse team at WMU. I have 2 years of experience working in schools in the Kalamazoo area. Last summer I was a summer camp counselor at the YMCA in Grand Haven MI, providing child care for children 4-15.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Hope M :) I have plenty of experience in childcare, both professionally and from years of volunteer work. I'm also able to clean, do meal prep, take care of pets... I'm very flexible. I'm a quick learner, so I'm sure I could learn to do anything!
I've been hired by SeekingSitters, a nannying company. I've also...
Hope can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have grown up with 3 cousins with Muscular Dystrophy and have spent my whole life helping them. I have assisted another family with two boys with Muscular Dystrophy and was a caregiver for them. I have worked at Seaspar, Easter Seals, Marklund Home and have been working in schools for many years. This allowed me to care with a...
Eva C.
Bensenville, IL
$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have lot of experience working with people In special needs.(MS, autistic)I worked as a nurse in hospital..
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a professional nanny with over 20 years experience. In Arizona I was an assistant special needs teacher and assistant kindergarten teacher, Director of the Before and After School program for 8 years. I was also a Childcare Assistant Director at a childcare facility in Arizona. Since January 2012, in Illinois, I was a nanny...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Glen Ellyn, IL
Cori F.
5.0
She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done.
- Care member
Gina S.
5.0
Gina was a loving, caring and professional caregiver loved by the entire family.
- Care member
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.
Virginija S.
5.0
Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management , security comfort and trust with her attentive approach ! Highly recommended
- Care member
Noel B.
5.0
Noel was amazing to work with. She is communicative, responsive, and caring. I would strongly recommend hiring Noel.
- Clint S.
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Ratings for Glen Ellyn, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Glen Ellyn, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.