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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Glendale Heights, IL

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Glendale Heights, IL

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Tracy S.


Bartlett, IL

$20-21/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...
Tracy can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I could have asked for to watch our little guy!"

Christina K.

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6 months until 21 months, when she’ll be starting school. Branndi has a beautiful and unique gift in how she cares for...

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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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Non-smoker. Owns reliable means of transportation. Fluent in Spanish, knowledgeable in French, and learning Italian. College student currently going for an Associate's in Science at a two-year school and then Bachelor's in Math and Computer Science at four-year institution. Excellent with English schoolwork. Loves animals...
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Selena M.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

About Me:

I am a 21-year-old graduate student at Saint Louis University in PT school. I have 4 years of nannying and babysitting experience with toddlers and children with special needs!
Selena can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Evelyn V.


Lombard, IL

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

Always Having Fun With The Kids, Love Activities, And Good With Animals!

I have 2 years of experience on and off since I was 15 and am now 20. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Grocery Shopping, animal care, special needs requests. I'm also CPR certified and have a para-educators license!
Evelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Tyesha P.


Streamwood, IL

$23-50/hr5 yrs exp

Educated helping service professional with experience in human service settings and management. History of establishing rapport and building leadership that motivates those around me. Striving to make a positive impact on others by continuing to be an active influencer in my community. Specializing in Elementary Aide for...
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Caden D.


Elk Grove Village, IL

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Laugh Enthusiast

I have years of babysitting experience from raising two younger siblings. I also worked in daycare for two years. I have worked with many kids with special needs, most recently I cared for a 13-year-old with cerebral palsy. I love getting the chance to work with kids. I believe it's very important that they are raised with love,...
Caden can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Brittany K.


West Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider Seeking Full-Time Nanny Position

Hi, I have 10 plus years of child care experience working with children of all ages. Specifically, in homes, a therapeutic day school and pediatric clinics. I have experience working with special needs children as well, explicitly, those affected by: autism spectrum disorder, Retts syndrome, Down syndrome, ADD/ADHD, cerebral...
Brittany can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi! I'm a mother of 3, I have experience with special need kids. As I am a mother of a son with down syndrome! I'm very patient and loving. I am also very good at multitasking! I love socialize and care for others.
Irma can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, errands
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Eva C.


Bensenville, IL

$19/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Prefer

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

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Silvia L.


Roselle, IL

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have truly enjoyed working as a caregiver for seniors or special needs for around 8 years. I am a patient, empathetic, respectful person who values honesty and compassion. It is very important to me to do my best in my work.
Silvia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Isabel G.


Naperville, IL

$22/hr2 yrs exp

Recent College Graduate Passionate And Caring

I have a Bachelor's degree in psychology and work with children with developmental delays when I'm not providing services through Care. com. I have a passion for helping children reach their fullest potential through compassionate individualized care. I am very organized, an excellent communicator, and a quick learner. I believe...
Isabel can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah W.


Elk Grove Village, IL

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Sarah!!

I'm currently a Nursing student at Elmhurst University, hoping to specialize in Pediatrics! I have both my CNA and CPR certifications as well as previous lifeguard experience. I LOVE kids and have had lots of experience in childcare, caring for children with special needs, and caring for pets too! I'm super flexible and always...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Heather C.


Bensenville, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

I have taken care of elderly women-who have had MS, Alzheimer, wheelchair bound, and diabetes. Medication and shots administered. House cleaning, companionship, meal prep. etc I am willing to help with any children that have special needs as well.
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Bonnie F.


Warrenville, IL

$22-25/hr7 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Bonnie and I'm a very young 72 years old. I live in Warrenville, been married for 35 years, own my own home, and have a BS in Sociology/Anthropology from ISU. I also did post graduate work in Social work. I am comfortable, and have experience, with special needs adults and children. I was a certified pharmacy...
Bonnie can also help with: Light cleaning
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Deborah K.


Elmhurst, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Currently a Childcare Teacher and Assistant Director

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Alex T.


Elmhurst, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver With Early Childhood Credits And Experience In A Daycare With Some Special Needs Kids

I have babysat for a child with an autism spectrum disorder, cared for some of these children in daycare. I prefer 1:1 relationships with kids also. I am patient, quiet and kind. I also have a learning disability, so I know how challenging things can be for a child with special needs. I have over 25 hours of early childhood...
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Amanda W.


Lisle, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I've been a childcare provider for the past nine years because I'm passionate about helping children grow and develop. I believe in making a difference in their lives by fostering their creativity, imagination, and love for learning. I'm known for being patient, calm, and friendly. I'm also very comfortable enforcing household...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Danielle T.


Lombard, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

I have 7+ years of experience being a caretaker for children of varying ages from 6 weeks to 13 years old. I've always had a passion for working with children and helping them explore and learn new things. I am available for date night and weekend care. I can provide my own transportation. I love to stay busy and am hands on and...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Glendale Heights, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.