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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hillside, IL

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Hillside, IL

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Becca M.


Oak Park, IL

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

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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.
Becca can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Jamie V.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time Care Giver Available.

I have worked with children all of my life. From babysitting, to coaching cheer leading, to aiding children with special needs. I have experience with children from ages 6 months and older. Caring for children of all ages is something I enjoy doing. I can assure you that my experience is a large range, and I am continuing to...
Jamie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Heather V.


Melrose Park, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

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.
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Deborah K.


Elmhurst, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Currently a Childcare Teacher and Assistant Director

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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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...
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...
Angelica can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care & more
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Alex R.


Chicago, IL

$19-24/hr4 yrs exp

I have experience working with children as a teacher and director's assistant at a preschool, therapeutic assistant caring for kids with special needs, and currently as a Master of Social Work student providing social emotional learning and behavior interventions at an elementary school.
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Deborah S.


Berwyn, IL

$10/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Special Needs Caregiver

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...
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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...
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Jamie V.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Paraprofessional

For the past two years I have worked as a para at a local behavioral therapy school in New Lenox, IL. I'm about to cut my hours due to an internship coming up and I'm looking for something that is more open with time schedules.
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Neena M.


Bensenville, IL

$25-27/hr7 yrs exp

Caring, Outgoing Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

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...
Neena can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Barbara J.


Chicago, IL

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

We Have To Respect Elderly People.

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...
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, personal care
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Sharon C.


La Grange, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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.
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Jasmine T.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

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...
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Klaudia S.


Schiller Park, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Need And CNA

Hello my name is Klaudia and I been working in medical field since 2008. I m certified Nurse Assistant, Patient Care Technician, Phlebotomist and Nutritionist with experience in special needs. Please reach out if you have any questions I would love to help you.
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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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Kelly J.


Chicago, IL

$23-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Laurie B.


Westchester, IL

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Laurie

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...
Laurie can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

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Marsha E.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time,Short Notice, And Overnight In Your Home Or Mine Available Certified Caregiver Working On Licensure

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...
Marsha can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Christina H.


La Grange Park, IL

$20-34/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher Looking To Help A Family For Date Night Babysitting And Overnight Babysitting.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Chrissy I am a preschool teacher of 10 years. I have a child development associates and I am CPR certified. I am also gateway certified and dcfs certified. I have multitude of training! I have experience with g tube feeding also for special needs families. I look forward to meeting you and helping your family...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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"Chrissy did an amazing job with our two boys. We were here from out of town, staying at a hotel, and she watched them while we interviewed for 2 days. She came with a bag of activities, art kits, soccer balls and granola bars! She took my kids out to play, to a...

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Hillside, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 33 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.