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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Mokena, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Mokena, IL

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Briana R.


Country Club Hills, IL

$18-25/hr

Helping Professional

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Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have four years of experience in baby sitting and care taking. I am experienced in working with individuals with special needs as well as mental, physical, intellectual, and developmental challenges. I graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2022 and received my bachelor's...
Briana can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, dementia, light cleaning, errands
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Susan S.


Joliet, IL

$35-48/hr15 yrs exp

Caregiver:Adults ,Children Over 15 Yrs...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Bilingual mother of two, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some of my love to others. Senior Caregiver 15 years , children over 24 years. Alzheimer, Dementia , Parkinson and special needs adults & children 10years. MS, ALS , Paraplegic and experience with hoyer lift.
Susan can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Chelsea H.


New Lenox, IL

$17/hr2 yrs exp

Friend Shaped Sitter, Ready To Bring Joy

Hello! I go by Cameron, and I'm an experienced childcare provider, both in personal and professional settings. I've done daycare work, lifeguarding, summer camp counseling, and individual family childcare. I'm very outgoing, and have many fun activities I can provide to give a wonderful experience to the kiddos in you life. I...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Haley K.


New Lenox, IL

$15-23/hr10 yrs exp

Smile Creator(:

Hi! My name is Haley. I am a senior at the University of Iowa on the pre-med track. I also am minoring in Spanish. I have over 10 years of babysitting and nannying experience. I have worked with children from the ages of 5 months and children with special needs. I can provide many references! Looking forward to hopefully meeting...
Haley can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Brittney W.


Richton Park, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

The Golden Years

I have quite a bit of experience working with seniors. I used to volunteer at a singer living facility for two years before they stopped outside activities from entering their facility. I also have a grandfather who is going through dementia he's 90 years old, and I know what it's like to go through that struggle my grandmother...
Brittney can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, errands
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

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Meghan L.


Oak Forest, IL

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Meghan. I am 24 years old and have many years of experience working with younger kids. I have worked in daycare settings for a little over 2 years, and have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I am currently a pre-kindergarten teacher for children ages 3-5, including children with special needs. I...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

I've always had a passion for caring for children and making a positive impact on their lives. With six years of experience as a childcare provider, I am confident in my ability to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your little one. I am patient, calm, and creative, and I love to play outdoor sports and...
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Emma M.


Tinley Park, IL

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I found my passion in working with the special needs population when I was 17 years old. Since then, I have worked with many abilities and ages in a variety of settings-everything from school, home, and recreation. I have experience working with autism and down syndrome individuals as well. I have spent a lot of time...
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Kristalyn T.


Frankfort, IL

$25/hr

Responsible Specialized Funmaker

I'd describe my personality as patient, kind and creative. I like working with kids because they are fun and have lots of things to teach us. I'm looking for a job that is flexible. I started working with kids when I started babysitting at the age of 11! In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family, bake, read and...
Kristalyn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
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Reese P.


Frankfort, IL

$16-25/hr6 yrs exp

am an energetic sitter with a genuine passion for caring for children. I am a recent college graduate with a degree in psychology, focusing on human development and disability studies. I have 5+ years of paid experience as a nanny and working with children. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have extensive experience with...
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Maria W.


Orland Park, IL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

Highly-Experienced Caregiver

I am a retired firefighter/paramedic and have also worked in the medical field for an additional 10-15 years before that. I have many years of caring for my own family and working as a caregiver. I know how hard it is to find people to come into your home that you can trust and that can be there for you and your loved ones....
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Amara J.


Orland Park, IL

$17-22/hr5 yrs exp

Amara

Hello, My name is Amara and I am a 25-year-old recent graduate student. I'm currently in Illinois. My major is communication and science disorders with an emphasis in early childhood literacy. I hope to become a speech-pathologist in the near future. I have experience working as a nanny with 4 children aged 1-3. I have also...
Amara can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I worked as a finance manager for 12 years before choosing to be a full time wife and mother for 23 years. To make learning fun, I volunteered as a Girl Scout leader (8 years), Sunday school teacher (5 years), room mom, soccer mom, dance mom, and little league softball mom. I am certified and volunteer (2015 - present) for...
Marietta can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ann K.


Orland Park, IL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Or Full-Time Nanny.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a stay-at-home mom for over 10 years! Before having my own children, I was a Nanny for several years including working with special needs children and also in a nanny-share program with two 4-month-olds. I love being around children and being able to help families achieve work/life balance!
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alyssa G.


Manhattan, IL

$15-21/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Creator

Hello! I am a very loving, caring, friendly, and patient person. I have a few years of experience which includes: taking a child development and CPR course, babysitting small children and infants, helping out special needs children, and I even hosted birthday parties when I was a manager at McDonald's. With me, your child will...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hello! My name is Kelcey and I have a bachelor's degree in special education and a master's degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis with an emphasis in autism. With about 17 years of professional experience, I have provided services as a babysitter, caretaker, DSP, tutor, special educator, RBT, and BCBA in residential, community,...
I have been in the special needs field in some capacity since high school. I have worked hand in hand with many different types of individuals, especially those with CP. I have assisted with all different ADL's (Feeding, Bathing, Dressing, etc.). I work at a slower pace to make sure the individual I am working with is...
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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...
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Linda N.


Tinley Park, IL

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

I Can Help With Special Needs.

I have experience with quadriplegic individuals and Autistic youths. Just spell out the circumstances and I will let you know if I'm able to help. I'm happy to give you peace of mind.
I love children and I would love to help out and be helpful to your family and your needs. I hope everything works out and I get to meet a great family!

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Mokena, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.