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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Northbrook, IL

The average posted rate is $22/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Northbrook, IL

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Jill K.


Deerfield, IL

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

5.0

(9)

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family. About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...
Jill can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She is dependable and trustworthy and my girls 4.5 and 2.5 love it when she comes to watch them. "

Leslie R.

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Michelle K.


Park Ridge, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for children with discipline disorders, learning disorders, downs syndrome, and autism. I take time with children I work with, to learn how they respond and react to different ways of handling situations. I am energetic and caring. I hold a great deal of pride in the work I do.
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Michelle K.


Park Ridge, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced Babysitter (4 Years) Responsible & Available Weeknights And Weekends.

4.0

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! On top of being a mother to a wonderful 16-month-old I have been a nanny/babysitter for over 10 years. I have a diverse range of caring experience including special-needs/learning disabilities, multiples, nanny sharing, small group care, and ages from infant to teenagers. I am also certified in child/adult CPR and have 6...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Michelle was great, very dependable and so good with kids. "

Bridget J.

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Daisy O.


Wheeling, IL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Daisy like the pretty flower and I'm 26 years old. I am a very warm, loving and caring person with a lot of energy! Born in California but raised in Chicago. I have cared for children with 8 years of experience. I'm very flexible and I am willing to work around your schedule. My goal as a nanny is to be part of the...
Daisy can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We booked Daisy to babysit my twins Saturday night. She was on time, caring, honest, and put us completely at ease. She gave us updates via text which was a nice way to keep us updated. Will book again! "

Care member

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Vanessa S.


Skokie, IL

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Happy Child Is A Happy Life

Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified. Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...
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Nicoleta R.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
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Vicky W.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Summer Caregiver

I worked at Philip J Rock Center & School in Glen Ellyn it is school & home for children with both deaf & blind disabilities compiled with cerebral palsy & other learning disabilities. I was trained how to communicate with the children with a basic version of sign language & supervised children during activities & daily living...
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Lavinia B.


Wheeling, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA,CPR

Highly-dependable, nurturing caregiver who has good values, compassionate nature and 10 + extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly care. Eager to make a difference in client's everyday life.
5.0
"Lavinia has helped my family over the past several years. She is wonderful, honest, and is very committed to whomever she is working with. She has a great personality and engages people in conversation etc...my parents both loved "Our Lavinia" as my mom would...

Susan W.

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Michelle R.


Mount Prospect, IL

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager / Early Childhood Educator / Newborn Care Specialist

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny, early childhood educator, nanny house manager and newborn care specialist. I have dedicated my career to working with families and children in a variety of settings. My background extends beyond working in private homes of families, and includes teaching and leadership roles in quality Early Childhood...
Michelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Saturday, July 3, 2021 Michelle R has been in our employ for 3 months in 2021 as a nighttime nanny. Michelle started with us when our baby boy was very little-two weeks old-when he was eating/waking up multiple times every night. Michelle was a godsend for me. I...

Hannah W.

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Jhan I.


Des Plaines, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate And Trustworthy

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. a wife and a mother of two boys 27 years and 14 years lived in Chicago and suburbs for over 30 years I'm a licensed cosmetology. I work as a nany from age of 21 for a special need 30-year-old girl . And the then got my license and worked as hair...
Jhan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Jhan was very engaged in helping care for your child. My child enjoyed her helping us. As with anyone helping with care-giving of your child, make sure you are very clear on what you expect, as well as do's and don't, as far as addressing it up front, and...

Maryam A.

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Karyn L.


Arlington Heights, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

Over the last 18 years, I have worked with adult and children who have developmental disabilities. This includes one on one settings, as well as group settings. My job is to ensure the safety and well being of all individuals with whom I work and care for. Additionally, I create programs to assist with community integration. I...
5.0
"I am pleased to have the opportunity to provide a letter of recommendation for Karyn B. Karyn is an extremely reliable, punctual, responsible, trustworthy, organized and professional individual who has taken on numerous responsibilities both inside and outside of...

Heather S.

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Irena D.


Wilmette, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate caregiver with 20+ experience of assisting people, young with special needs including dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson, and other. I've worked for private residents as a live-in, come-and-go, and at assisted living homes as a CNA and Activity Assistant. I have the training and skills you are looking for (DSP...
Irena can also help with: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

CNA

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Hannah S.


Mount Prospect, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter With Experience Working With Children With Special Needs

Hi! My name is Hannah and I am a creative and energetic 20-year-old. I have experience working with children in many different settings. I have been a soccer coach and a soccer referee for several years. I am currently an inclusion aid for the park districts and a registered behavior technician (RBT). I work with and have...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Marla O.


Wheeling, IL

$18-35/hr3 yrs exp

Date Night Babysitter!

Hello families! My name is Marla and I'm available for your babysitting needs, I have 3 years of paid experience working with up to 2 kids at a time. I'm experienced in working with special needs and kids ages ranging from 2-12yrs! I'm CPR/BSL certified, CNA certified and have personal transportation. Thank you! Available for...
Marla can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Katharine S.


Wheeling, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with children for 10+ years. I have experience with infants-teens and also special needs. Looking for a recurring and or occasional jobs.
Katharine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Manita H.


Des Plaines, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver /CNA

My name is Manita . I'm a mother of 3 . I have a 10 years old special need son. I work as a CNA/ care giver for a sunerise senior living in Park R. I have more than 10 years of experience working with special needs and seniors. I do assistance with personal care, meal preparation medication reminder, transfer gait bel, visually...
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Mounia H.


Skokie, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I enjoy taking care of children and adults as well I have two years experience working with children and adults with cognitive disabilities. I have been working with children for over 20 years in daycares and as a nanny. I am located in Skokie I have a car I am fluent in French and English. I have a 20 years old daughter. Thank...
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Linda P.


Arlington Heights, IL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Registered Nurse And Care Giver

I am a RN with a 40 year multi- faceted career to include pediatrics for 14 years with special needs children at Shriners hospital. My natural abilities to be a care giver are part of my daily life. I am also a very young at heart and active grandmother. I am looking for a part time position in the field of child care to...
Linda can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tenzin C.


Skokie, IL

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

Hello, my name is Tenzin. I have five years of experiences and three references. I am looking for a full or part-time child care opportunity. I am truly passionate about caring for children and feel privileged to play a role in their lives as they grow and thrive. I have worked for three families, and also I look after my niece...
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Susan K.


Mount Prospect, IL

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Seeking PT/FT Nanny .

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been a professional child caregiver for over 10 yrs, having worked with 6 families. I've been caring for kids since I was a teenager & I've always considered it a passion. Although I spent the majority of my earlier career in corporate marketing, I feel I've found my true calling in protecting, teaching & nurturing young...
Susan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Northbrook, IL

Jill K.

5.0

Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two boys (3 mo. and 18 mo. at the time). Throughout the approximately 3 1/2 years that she worked for us, she was always dependable, always on time, and...

- Margaret D.

Michelle K.

5.0

Michelle was great, very dependable and so good with kids.

- Bridget J.

Daisy O.

5.0

Daisy cared for our daughter (18 months) for 6 months at our home while I worked from home. She was very warm, engaging, and fun! Daisy is very easy to work with and communicated well with my husband and I. She is very punctual and even showed up early most days. We trusted Daisy to drive our...

- Care member

Lavinia B.

5.0

Lavinia has helped my family over the past several years. She is wonderful, honest, and is very committed to whomever she is working with. She has a great personality and engages people in conversation etc...my parents both loved "Our Lavinia" as my mom would say. My Dad was diagnosed with...

- Susan W.

Michelle R.

5.0

Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job descriptions and she truly goes above and beyond for the families she works for. If you are looking for someone to love and care for your kids the way you do, you...

- Jacki R.

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