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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in New Lenox, IL

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in New Lenox, IL

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Tanisha B.


Tinley Park, IL

$18-50/hr9 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as silly and creative yet serious when need to be. I like working with kids because they make me happy. They are hilarious, imaginative, honest, silly. I really couldn't imagine doing anything else! I'm looking for a job that makes me happy and that allows me to help children. I started working...
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Dawn M.


Orland Park, IL

$25-50/hr8 yrs exp

I've been a nanny for 8 years with over 16 years, total, in child/adult care services. Currently, I work full-time during the week caring for a special needs teenager and two toddlers under 2.
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
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Alyssa G.


Manhattan, IL

$15-21/hr5 yrs exp

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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: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Katie B.


Tinley Park, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

CPR And First Aid Certified Child Care Provider

Hi! I am currently a special education teacher at a local school district. I teach grades K-5 throughout the day and focus on reading, writing, math, and social emotional learning. I also taught 2nd and 3rd grade general education for four years. Prior to working in the public schools, I worked at a therapeutic day school for...
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Toni D.


Frankfort, IL

$34/hr10 yrs exp

Dear Prospective Family

My name is Toni. I have worked as a babysitter from middle school through high school. While in my early hs and college years I cleaned homes, I babysat in my early 20s then got a job I absolutely love, working with developmentally disabled adults (I'm still there pt) I have worked with this company the past 24 years and...
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Carrie Q.


Orland Park, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

24 Years Of Experience With Mental And Physical Disabilities

I worked for a company for 24 years full time as a house manager for a home with several adults with mental and physical disabilities. I would love and care for them as if they were family. I helped dress and feed and shop and pass medicine and all of their daily needs. I give comfort and compassion and loving care to your loved...
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Patrick S.


Mokena, IL

$25-50/hr6 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...
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Elsa T.


Joliet, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Looking To Care For Children Of Any Age. Will Build Structure And Foundation In Their Lives. I'm Not Here To Replace You As A Parent. I Have Worked With 3 Children, Who Were Special Needs At Once.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I took Child Care and First Aid in high school. I just recently worked with 3 children with special needs at one time. I also prepare meals and did light household cleaning. I can also multitask. I have my own vehicle. I did drop-off and pick up at school for 2 preschooler. I am bilingual.
Elsa can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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"Elsa was very kind and I can tell she means well. However, she mentioned letting us know she couldn’t stay the entire time but we have no record of this. We can kind of tell she’s just starting her childcare career. Our child was returned to us barely tightened...

Care member

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...
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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Kelly C.


Manhattan, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

I am a person who cares and has a heart, I currently donate and spend a lot of time trying to help project fire buddies.

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, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I have experience in providing nanny services in the past for a lovely family while they were awaiting a opening spot for their child at a Montessori school. I have experience caring for children from infancy to high school. I also have caregiving experience with adults and adults with special needs. I am CPR trained as well,...
JeNeane can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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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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Lisa S.


Joliet, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Nurse

I have been a full time nurse for the past 10 years. In that time I have worked with several children with special needs and some very complex children who are medically fragile. I am very attentive to what the needs are and are able to respond quickly if a need should arise. I have also worked with several children and teens...
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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Alexia F.


Mokena, IL

$25-28/hr5 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...
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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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Diane S.


Tinley Park, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiving

I've raised my 4 children and took care of nothing parents .. my father lived with me fir 10 years and I cared for his needs as a quadriplegic and my mother had diabetes and dialysis.. I cared for children as a nanny fir many years . I've cared for alzheimer patienrs and several senior care assignments . I'm very compassionate...

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in New Lenox, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.