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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 April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Mokena, IL

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Ashlyn F.


Lockport, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Excited And Educated Sitter, Smiles All Around

5.0

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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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 hadn’t moved so far away I would hire her over anyone else....

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Laura M.


Frankfort, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

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.

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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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Magdalena N.


Orland Park, IL

$20-22/hr1 yrs exp

Interactive Nanny

3.7

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Magdalena I am 26 years old. I am bilingual and can speak English and Polish. I attended University of Illinois at Chicago where I majored in Psychology and also minored in Polish. I graduated from there in 2016. Currently I am getting my masters through an online program at Liberty University. I love working with...
Magdalena can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our schedules didn't sync (my schedules was a little complex, no fault of hers) but it seems a family would be so lucky...

Kimberly C.

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Briana R.


Country Club Hills, IL

$18-25/hr

Helping Professional

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: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, dementia
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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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Meghan L.


Oak Forest, IL

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Meghan. I am 25 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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Alyssa I.


Tinley Park, IL

$19-22/hr

Hi My Name Is Alyssa And I Live In Tinley Park.

I don't want to boast about my experience because honestly I don't have too much. I have worked with many special needs students through school clubs and activities and am currently studying to be a special education teacher! I am a great listener and a fast learner.
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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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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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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

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,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Mokena, IL

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

Laura M.

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 parent knowing I could leave my...

- Keri M.

Magdalena N.

5.0

Maggie was punctual and professional during her interview! She had great questions and was forth coming with her schedule and other obligations! Our schedules didn't sync (my schedules was a little complex, no fault of hers) but it seems a family would be so lucky to have her! Thanks Maggie! It was...

- Kimberly C.

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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 13 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.