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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mokena, IL
The average posted rate is $19/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Mokena, IL
4.7
(11)
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 also a caregiver. I'm great with kids. 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...
Bonniejean can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, 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.
Alexia F.
Mokena, IL
$25-28/hr ⢠5 yrs exp
Future Early Childhood Special Educator With Paraprofessional Experience.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have babysat children since I was 10 years old (I passed the American Red Cross Babysitting course). I have worked in daycares and in homes, and I worked in a preschool as a paraprofessional for kids between the ages of 3 and 5 with special needs ranging from ASD to cerebral palsy. I have changed countless diapers, worked on...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a previous certified special education teacher now dedicated to helping those that are both neurodivergent and neurotypical. I currently hold my bachelor's degree in special education. Upon taking a break from teaching I spent several wonderful years as a stay at home mom raising my girls that are now 9, 9 and 11, but they...
Xiya A.
Mokena, IL
$10-15/hr ⢠7 yrs exp
I work primarily with children with autism, I can also help with general mental disorders. I have a younger brother with high functioning autism, and am currently going to school to study cognitive behavior, school and clinical psychology.
Patrick S.
Mokena, IL
$18-25/hr ⢠6 yrs exp
Young & Experienced Professional Looking For Part-Time Work
Current graduate student in the field of school psychology with 6 years of experience in special ed.
Erica L.
Mokena, IL
$20-30/hr
I have some experience with autism. My first nanny job I cared for a 3-year-old autistic child. My now 3-year-old twin daughter was diagnosed with autism, asthma, and tree nut allergies.
Patrick S.
Mokena, IL
$25-50/hr ⢠6 yrs exp
Seeking Regular Part-Time Work Monday-Thursday During Evenings!
I am a 25-year-old graduate student living in Chicago. I have 6 years of experience working with children and adolescents with moderate to severe special needs, primarily in the school and recreational setting. I am currently in the final year of my Master's program studying school psychology, so I am also well versed in...
I love kids, so much so that I went to school for Early Childhood Special Education. I took the American Red Cross Babysitters Course over 15 years ago and have been babysitting and working in childcare centers and schools on and off since then. I have cared for children age 3 months to 12 years old, both boys and girls. I love...
Alexia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
I have been caring for children since I was 14. I'm the oldest of 4 so taking care of kids has always come natural to me. Besides looking after my sisters and brother I have attained several nanny jobs over my 8 years of experience. I have nannied for children of all ages throughout the school years and for entire summers. I...
Brooke can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Lizzy C.
Mokena, IL
$10-15/hr ⢠5 yrs exp
I just graduated from ISU with a degree in special education. In the fall, I will be a full-time Autism teacher. I know sign language, and have experience in working with children and adults with varying special needs.
Yanira N.
New Lenox, IL
$15/hr ⢠10 yrs exp
Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother
5.0
(2)
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: Carpooling, craft assistance
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Highly dependable and kindhearted caregiver with extensive experience in working special needs patients. Hard working and trust worthy individual who is patient and detailed orientated. Extremely skilled in caring for others Able to prepare meals and follow dietary guidelines. Willing to work a flexible schedule. Committed to...
5.0
"I hired Allysia on short notice to watch my son for a much-needed day out, and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. Allysia is punctual, professional, and has a caring personality that immediately put me at ease. Her attention to detail assured me that...
Sirita R.
5.0
(9)
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CNA
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Dani, and I am a school social worker at an elementary school. I am a licensed social worker with several years of experience working with kids, especially children and adults with special needs such as Autism. My previous job was as a behavior clinician- no tantrum is too big for me to handle!
I have 4 younger...
Danielle can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dani is Amazing! She did everything we asked and more. Our kids loved her and they said she was the best babysitter they have ever had! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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.
Madison B.
Frankfort, IL
$25/hr ⢠9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Madison and I am currently a senior at GVSU. I am 22 years old and will be graduating with my nursing degree in late April. I have been babysitting/ nannying for years now and am also employed at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago & work on the hematology/oncology floor. For the past 6 summers I have been a full...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Madison has been working for us for the past three months, and she is fantastic! She has kept our four children (ages 2-8) happy and engaged all summer long. From developing a reward system for good behavior, to trips to the park, baking adventures, or going out...
Kaitlin O.
Brianna B.
Joliet, IL
$25-27/hr ⢠9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"She is such a joy to have! She was a blessing to our family, and I know that she will be an asset to any family that will have her. "
Care member
5.0
(1)
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, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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 hadnât moved so far away I would hire her over anyone else....
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been an ICU nurse for 13yrs, but with a move across the country 2x, and no bachelor's degree, I was only able to find a job as a private home care nurse. And I fell in love with it!! I have cared for 2 special needs children in their home, including g-tube feedings, CPAP mask, nebulizers, etc.
5.0
"Laura is a compassionate and caring nurse. I trusted her with my special needs children from the start. She always did things the way I instructed, but wasn't afraid to make suggestions. Works very well independently, and gave me the peace of mind I needed as a...
Keri M.
5.0
(4)
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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mokena, IL
Bonniejean M.
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 and every day! I highly recommend...
- Stephanie D.
Yanira N.
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.
Allysia M.
5.0
I hired Allysia on short notice to watch my son for a much-needed day out, and I couldn't be more pleased with the experience. Allysia is punctual, professional, and has a caring personality that immediately put me at ease. Her attention to detail assured me that my son was in great hands. My son...
- Sirita R.
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.
Danielle H.
5.0
Dani is Amazing! She did everything we asked and more. Our kids loved her and they said she was the best babysitter they have ever had!
- Care member
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Ratings for Mokena, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Mokena, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.