Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Hillside, IL

Hello! . I have a lot of experience with special needs kids for the last 20 years.

I have 3 little siblings and I've been helping out with them my whole life. Two of them are special needs, autism. I've babysat since I moved to Oak Park when I was 13 and I have a lot of experience with kids. I can help with school and any extra help needed.

I have worked with children with autism and cerebral palsy. I was an assistant teacher for children with autism, have been a nanny to children with autism, cerebral palsy and ADHD as well. I feel that all children are gifts.

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... show more

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... show more

Growing up my grandmother worked children with special needs. As I got older I knew that's what I wanted to do as well. I received my BA in Disabilities Studies from Aurora University. I was able to get a lot of hands on experience from varies field assignments. While in school I worked as a program assistant at a recreational... show more

My experience with caregiving came from the passion and love that my mom showed my father when he was sick and dying. Ever since I saw her dedication and 24/7 hard work and care that she provided for him, I've always admired it and carried it through my life. I've cared for special-needs children, I've also cared for hospice... show more

Hi! I have been babysitting for 6 years now, and I am CPR and Red Cross certified. My sister has been babysitting a child with hypoplasia of the corpus callosum for almost a year now. I have tagged along on multiple occasions and know how to care for people with special needs. I have also been around people with special needs my... show more

I am a mother of 5 children and 2 of my children were born with ADHD and learning disorders. I always fought for my children's well being and always told the schools to challenge them, and not to treat them any differently. They only need a little more attention. Also, I have other children in family with similar needs, so I'm... show more

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... show more

I am 27 and graduated with a Bachelors from Illinois State University. I have been babysitting children since the age of 15, starting with newborns, up to teenagers. I worked at the park district with the extended school program, helping the kids with their homework, reading, crafts, and activities. I assisted teachers in the... show more

A dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in providing care for individuals with special needs. Experienced in assisting those with dementia and stroke patients. Proficient in both Polish and English. **Professional Experience:** *Caregiver (Lake in the Hills, IL). Dates: 2/2021-8/2023. - Offered... show more

I have worked with special needs children and adults in the past. Special needs hold the key to the pure joy of what life is really about.

My name is Caroline I am a special education teacher! I am born and raised in the Chicago burbs! I have been nannying off and on for the last few years. For the last 7 years I worked for family, friends, and families around, where I met more amazing families! I have also worked with children who have special needs for the last 5... show more

I've always had a passion for supporting children's growth, so becoming a childcare provider was a natural choice for me. With over a decade of experience, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young minds. My patient and creative personality helps me connect with children and... show more

In high school, my friend worked at a special needs home for kids with autism. I went to work with her one day and I loved it. I wanted to apply right there but the positions were filled. My nephew also has special needs and I babysit him a lot. I am very responsible and have the patience. I love kids and I love helping those... show more

I have been working with children for over 10 years. I started out babysitting when I was 14, working with families I met while teaching Sunday school (I worked in the toddler room). From there, I started in a daycare at 16 and worked there for two years. I was officially the 2-year-old teacher, but did days in the newborn room... show more

I love making connections with patients and their families. My experience ranges from medication administration to more complex tasks such as wound and ostomy care. However what I found the most rewarding in my career was assisting with tasks that while viewed as simple, make the biggest difference in someone's day... helping... show more

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... show more

I have experience caring for 1-8 children ranging in age from infancy through age 13. I also have some experience caring for special needs children as well. I do some tutoring, light housework and laundry, meal prep relating to children only. I have experience caring for seniors dealing with chronic health issues and mild... show more