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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lockport, IL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Lockport, IL

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Camille A.


Lockport, IL

$27-36/hr9 yrs exp

Compassionate Sitter, Like Your Best Friend!

5.0

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Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! My name is Camille and I am a Registered Nurse & graduated with my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I am Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certified and currently am working night shift in the Intensive Care Unit. I am a reliable, dependent and trustworthy caretaker who believes kindness is of the utmost...
Camille can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We can't express how much we would recommend Camille to other families. On our wedding day, Camille cared for our four year old son throughout the entire day at the venue itself (getting ready, wedding, reception, and then local hotel at bedtime). That is a lot!...

Kevin R.

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Ashlyn F.


Lockport, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Excited And Educated Sitter, Smiles All Around

I have been regularly babysitting for over 6 years, I was a nanny while receiving my AD in Child Development. I worked in early childhood education for 2 years, and now during the day I am a paraprofessional with special needs children. I can help promote adaptive skills such as toileting, hygiene, and household chores, as well...
Ashlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I would give more than five stars if I could! Ashlyn was the best nanny I have ever had with my daughter. She went above and beyond to make sure my daughter was happy, learning and well taken care of. If I hadn’t moved so far away I would hire her over anyone else....

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Lori M.


Lockport, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Times

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Lori. I am a mother of 2 wonderful grown adults, and a grandmother of 5 beautiful grandchildren. Working with twins comes from caring for my twin grandchildren, as well as my great niece and nephew. I have been working with students whom have special needs at the high school level for the last 18 years. Before...
Lori can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lori is a wonderful nanny, our family was lucky to find her through Care.com. She helped us over the last several months and made it a wonderful experience for the kids and us. She planned fun activities for them to do (keeping safety in mind due to COVID) - she is...

Jayasri V.

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Robyn J.


Lockport, IL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Need Help I'm Here

I am a CNA and I have been since 2009. I have worked in homes and nursing homes with people with special needs. I am experienced in this area of work.
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Lori M.


Lockport, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Lori. I am a mother of two grown children, and a grandmother of 5 wonderful grandchildren. I have been working with students whom have special needs at the high school level for the past 15 years. I have experience with working with students with a variety of special needs. I've worked with students whom are...
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Barbara B.


Lockport, IL

$37-50/hr10 yrs exp

Thank you for visiting my Bio! Everyone has a need and that's what makes us special. I have experience with TBI , paralysis, tube feeding, bowel management and catheter care, wound care, respiratory care and suctioning.. I'm dependable and flexible plus a problem solver. I love to learn and share my experience with...
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Laura A.


Lockport, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Medical Assistant 20 Years Experience

I have been a medical assistant for over 20 years. My background is in Orthopedic Spine and out patient surgery. Home health is a path I started 3 years ago when the physician I was employed by retired. My heart is in home health now, it has been truly rewarding. In the past three years I have worked with quadriplegic and the...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Gaby . Ive been in the home health care field for 6 years. Ive taken care of patients who have had different disabilities and illnesses such as cancer, strokes, Alzheimer's- Dementia, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, etc. I am experienced with companion care , medication management, bathing, lifting, cooking and...
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Ramona Y.


Lockport, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name's Ramona. I volunteered at a therapeutic riding facility for special needs children and adults for 5 years. After volunteering for 4 years I was hired on to be a volunteer coordinator. I have experience with working with children. I have lots of patience and love working with children! I have also had babysitting...
Hello, my name is Lori. I am a 59-year-old mother of 2 great adult children, and 5 amazing grandchildren. I work as a paraprofessional for students whom have special needs at the high school level, and have been for the last 17 years. Coming from a family with debilitating illness, I have unfortunately had a lot of experience...
Lori can also help with: Dementia, transportation, respite care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands & more
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Madeline V.


Plainfield, IL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Pinterest Craft Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Madeline, I've been working in child care for 14 years and I have experience with ages 5 weeks to 15 years old. I have a bubbly, imaginative, and creative personality. I am very hands-on and big on crafting! I've made homemade edible finger paints and play dough, sensory bottles, and designed obstacle courses throughout...
Madeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I hired Madeline numerous times to babysit for my 7 y/o son and help him with homework. She was nothing short of Wonderful. She is always punctual and dependable. My son is always excited to see her and asks when she could come back over to play with him which...

Julie G.

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Brianna B.


Joliet, IL

$27/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings! My name is Brianna and I have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with their social and emotional needs. I'm also CPR and first aid certified, and have experience...
Brianna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She’s reliable, punctual & was a great addition to our family. We wish her well!"

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Bonniejean M.


Mokena, IL

$20-27/hr3 yrs exp

Love People

Hi, my name is Bonnie and I serve ministry in church for autistic teens and adults. I also volunteer at Navarro Farms where this is a special farm for teaching special need adults how to farm and grow vegetation. It's a wonderful place. Also worked after school care at Ivy League Montessori and other school classes. I love kids....
5.0
"Bonnie watches our adult daughter and we just love her. She is kind and dependable. Our daughter looks forward to seeing her"

Matthew L.

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Wendy S.


Joliet, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. Right now I am mainly a mom. But I am hoping to find someone needed a helping hand part time during later morning and till around 330 p.m. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.
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Ana E.


Joliet, IL

$15-22/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hi! My name is Ana and I am a senior in college studying nursing. I have lots of experience nannying. I love children and have worked with kids of all ages, even those with special needs! I can be flexible with schedules and am also comfortable with pets! Right now, I am only looking for short-term jobs like date nights and...
Ana can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Ana is the BEST! She was with us for 3 years until she moved for nursing school. My 3 little girls adore her. She was always 15 minutes early and was flexible with whatever the day would bring. She would drive the girls where they needed to be and take them, and...

Jackie F.

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Bonniejean M.


Mokena, IL

$22-50/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny/ Caregiver / Special Needs/ Organizer

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My personality: Joyful and outgoing. I'm a nurturer being caring, supportive, compassionate and patient. I'm a nanny and caregiver. I love working as a Nanny. This is very rewarding for me. I help children build social skills and character as well. I like working with kids because kids' rock! They are unique because each and...
Bonniejean can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bonnie is absolutely wonderful with our daughter! We are very pleased with her and are lucky we found her! She is kind, patient, friendly, outgoing, and very caring!! She spends a lot of time doing hands on activities with our daughter! She is learning so much each...

Stephanie D.

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Carrie S.


Homer Glen, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Caregiver Available Full-Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
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Chris G.


Plainfield, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi.. My name is Chris and I have a passion for helping people in need.. My sister had MS for over 20 years. My Mom had dementia and other medical issues... and took care for her until her passing.. So I understand that people need help..:)
5.0
"Chris is the most wonderful person and helper. She is loyal and dedicated and always puts my needs and comfort first. Chris is passionate about helping people and does so with joy and enthusiasm. She has a big heart and a positive attitude. I highly recommend...

Catherine K.

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Yanira N.


New Lenox, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother

I have nannied & babysat for several families. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my review from the previous family I nannied for. I am also a US Veteran and mother of two boys (4yrs & 19-month-old).
Yanira can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others."

marvin D.

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Lori S.


Joliet, IL

$25-36/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed CNA Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...
Lori can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Lori has been a blessing for my mom. She is genuinely caring and patient. Lori not only assists my mom in daily care, but takes her to appointments and on errands. It warms my heart that she has been a friendly companion on days when mom is home alone."

Kathleen K.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lockport, IL

Camille A.

5.0

Camile was extremely helpful and went above and beyond what was needed at times. My 3 kids loved when she came and my youngest would always ask if camile was here. Would definitely hire again and hopefully once things get settled we will be able to.

- Joanne D.

Ashlyn F.

5.0

I would give more than five stars if I could! Ashlyn was the best nanny I have ever had with my daughter. She went above and beyond to make sure my daughter was happy, learning and well taken care of. If I hadn’t moved so far away I would hire her over anyone else.

- Care member

Lori M.

5.0

Lori is a wonderful nanny, our family was lucky to find her through Care.com. She helped us over the last several months and made it a wonderful experience for the kids and us. She planned fun activities for them to do (keeping safety in mind due to COVID) - she is very creative and brought crafts...

- Jayasri V.

Madeline V.

5.0

I hired Madeline numerous times to babysit for my 7 y/o son and help him with homework. She was nothing short of Wonderful. She is always punctual and dependable. My son is always excited to see her and asks when she could come back over to play with him which hasn't always been the case with...

- Julie G.

Brianna B.

5.0

She’s reliable, punctual & was a great addition to our family. We wish her well!

- Care member

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Lockport, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.