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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Melrose Park, IL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Melrose Park, IL

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Dania G.


Melrose Park, IL

$18-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny W/ Special Needs Experience

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello Parents! I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
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Heather V.


Melrose Park, IL

$25-29/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available Full/Part-Time

3.9

(9)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have been a professional nanny for 26 wonderful years. I also have been an Assistant Teacher and a nanny for special needs children. I believe that all children are special and true gifts. I have a lot of fun and creative ideas for art projects, games and playtime. I have alot of experience helping with potty training. I am...
Heather can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Heather joined our family when our sweet little boy was only four months old. She quickly bonded with our son and cared for him as her own. When Heather came into our home, it was a very vulnerable time as Mom was going back to work full-time. Heather made both...

Greg Z.

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Dania G.


Melrose Park, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced & Dynamic Childcare Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dynamic and highly dependable Childcare Provider and Educator with over 13 years of experience. Background in Early Childhood Education and Childhood Development. Extensive special needs experience. Dedicated to helping shape children into confident, intelligent, and empathetic people who will carry those traits on into...
Dania can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"We cannot express enough how much we have loved having Dania become part of our family! Dania assisted with our three children ages newborn to four years old for almost 2 years! Our two oldest children are autistic and require specialized therapy. Dania...

Laurie B.

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Miriam T.


Melrose Park, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Nanny

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I have been a full-time nanny for about 15 years now. My experience is from premature babies to middle school-aged kids, also kids with special needs. I am very patient and a loving person. Love to be outdoors, doing activities, singing, reading and dancing with kids. I have my own car willing to use to transport kids...
Miriam can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wife and I could tell she was a natural in the first few moments she met the kids. Our 1yo and 3yo boys loved her! Wife and I went on a date and felt very relaxed having Miriam watch over the boys. Thank you, Miriam!"

Jonathan U.

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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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Cashmear M.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.
5.0
"Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust my kids with her any day."

Marlee H.

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Maria A.


Chicago, IL

$28/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm Venezuelan with 3, 5 years of nanny and house manager experience. I took care of 5 months to 8 years old children, also have experience with special needs kids, and CPR certified. Currently Spanish/English teacher for kids, teenagers and adults.
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Wonderful nanny our kids who still miss her very much. She was on time, never missed a day of work, flexible with our schedules. Also helped around the house with light cleaning duties, fixing meals & snacks for the kids, very friendly with our pets (dog &...

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Anais V.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Care Taker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I began babysitting at the age of 11 yrs old. I am now 27. I currently work at Advocate Aurora Health as a Medical Assistant. I have always expressed interest in the medical field. I want to go in to Nursing and Esthetics. I am looking for something temporary to help save money up to pay for school. Open to babysitting,...
Anais can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Anais has watched both of my children & they both love her. She has been on time every time we have needed her, & has a great demeanour. I would highly recommend her to my friends and family as a sitter."

Billy R.

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Caytie B.


Chicago, IL

$23-30/hr7 yrs exp

Newborn Care Specialist

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've worked as a full-time nanny for over seven years. I love my job and am hoping to find more families to help! I have experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. This includes experience with children with special needs. I have also completed my newborn care specialist certificate and am CPR/First AID...
Caytie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Very sweet and cared for my children as if they were her own. "

Amanda C.

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Mary S.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Name is Mary! 24 years old, and currently a banquet manager for Hilton hotels. I am the 2nd oldest of 11 children! Yes 11! Love children and lots of experience. I work full time but as we are getting into our slow season I would like to pick up some part time work to fill my off nights & days. I am experienced with small...
5.0
"I have know Mary for 7 years! She is a kind and loving person and has a big heart for everyone. She is an specialist in home care. She loves to cook and care for the home. She is an expert in care of children. She is from a big family and has been a big support and...

Bernadette S.

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Branndi C.


Hillside, IL

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion

Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...
Branndi can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Branndi is a very great listener that is able to come up with solutions to problems. She is very cheerful and brightens any room she enters. She is very organized and timely."

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Marisol R.


Chicago, IL

$35-50/hr15 yrs exp

Nanny/Child Care Provider.

Hi my name is Marisol, I go by Mari. I'm a mother of a 16 year old boy I love dearly. I love pets we have a pup of our own. I have a true passion working with kids and have cared for children of all ages, from infants to school-aged kids, caring for children with special needs. I'm bilingual (Spanish), reliable, nurturing,...
Marisol can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"As a first time mom, I was nervous about who I could trust to care for my daughter. When our daughter is in Marisol's care, I know for a fact that she is in good hands! She is engaging, fun, loving and our daughter gets so excited to see her. She was our temporary...

Alana G.

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Patricia J.


Chicago, IL

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Patricia

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Patricia. I'm a psychologist from Venezuela. And I have really good experience working with children. I am a very friendly person, I like to laugh and I am very responsible. I love crafting, especially painting and drawing. In my home country, I studied psychology, therefore I had the opportunity to work with children...
Patricia can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is very sweet and knows how to soothe even the fussiest baby (and calm worried parents haha). We fully trust her with our 7 month old!"

Lily B.

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Dina S.


Chicago, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

I cared for my cousin's husband for several months. He has Lewy Body Dementia. I helped with feeding, dressing, exercise, recreation and toileting. He and I became fast friends and have a close bond. I have also worked with children with autism and ADHD. My best friend from High School has Muscular Dystrophy, and my best friend...
5.0
"Dina is family and during my husband's illness she was his caregiver/companion during the day thereby giving me much needed time away from constant caregiving. She was reliable, responsible, and creative in thinking of ways to engage my husband. She provided...

Karen O.

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Cynthia H.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Mama C / Encourager Of Children

I have 6+years of experience in foster care at SOS Children's Village in Lockport. I have fostered approximately 30 children, and loved the experience and my foster families. I recently moved back to Chicago in September of 2022. Before moving back to Chicago I was a member of my church in Joliet for 17 years and I was involved...
Cynthia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Cynthia is a caring, loving, gentle, and professional individual. Her ability to connect with children is amazing. She is a great teacher and will care for your child as if it was her own. Cynthia is an awesome nanny who goes above and beyond. I would recommend...

Lillian A.

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Tyra C.


Chicago, IL

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time/Full-time Caregiver Available!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up in a home with six siblings, four sisters and two brothers! Three older and three younger, I also have two nephews and a niece, all under the age of six that I have babysat since their birth. I spent two years as a overnight camp counselor caring for up to 13 campers at a time. While working as a counselor, I gained...
Tyra can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"Tyra is extremely patient, caring, and loving. She took very good care of our two little ones, and even went above and beyond after she put them down for a nap. She did activities with my little's ones and they were sad when her time with us was over. I would...

Raynee H.

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Kaeleen E.


River Grove, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I am a certified nursing assistant/patient care technician. I have experience working as a CNA at a nursing rehabilitation facility. I've had training with younger patients, special needs, and of course elderly. I currently work in an ICU at Elmhurst Hospital for the last two years: My skills range from transportation,...
Kaeleen can also help with: Errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Kaeleen helped my husband transition back home from a long stay at the hospital and rehab. She assisted with bathroom, bathing, shaving, feeding, and mobility. Kaeleen was never late, and had a true personal touch to her care. She worked for me until ultimately my...

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Sylvia B.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Speech Therapist/Tutor- Polish-Speaking/ Special Needs & All Ages

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello all, thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I live in Chicago and am providing services for children of all ages as a Speech-Language Pathologist as well as a caregiver! I am an elementary school-based SLP and am finishing up my 7th year there :) I completed my Master's coursework in Speech-Language Pathology...
Sylvia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Sylvia was hired to watch my 8 month old daughter for one day while I worked from home. My daughter immediately took a liking to her and she had non stop fun playing toys and being entertained. Sylvia was able to keep her nap schedule and I don't remember hearing...

Renee G.

Hi! I'm a friendly babysitter. I have 2 yrs experience with babysitting. I am very patient with kids and allow them to express what they want. I can help out with crafts and other tasks. People often tell me I have a warm aura because kids gravitate towards me a lot.
5.0
"Loved having Janae as a babysitter! She helped with packing my son's lunch for school and making sure both my son and daughter were fed on time, properly changed and into bed. I have two kids ages 5 and 3, both autistic so she had a lot of patience with them...

Corin P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Melrose Park, IL

Heather V.

4.0

Heather has a calm energy that was great in our house with 2 under 2. She was flexible with coming in early when needed. Only worked with her for a few months because she moved out of state.

- Jenna S.

Dania G.

5.0

We cannot express enough how much we have loved having Dania become part of our family! Dania assisted with our three children ages newborn to four years old for almost 2 years! Our two oldest children are autistic and require specialized therapy. Dania participated in the therapy sessions, and her...

- Laurie B.

Miriam T.

5.0

Miriam did great watching our 1 year old daughter. She can be a little shy and before I left she was already comfortable with her. Miriam was great.

- Erik W.

Cashmear M.

5.0

Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust my kids with her any day.

- Marlee H.

Maria A.

5.0

Wonderful nanny our kids who still miss her very much. She was on time, never missed a day of work, flexible with our schedules. Also helped around the house with light cleaning duties, fixing meals & snacks for the kids, very friendly with our pets (dog & cats), and helped water my garden. A...

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

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Melrose Park, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.