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- $18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello Parents!
I've been a professional in childcare and education for 13+ years. As a daycare teacher, tutor, babysitter, summer camp counselor, and nanny, I've worked with children with special needs in several different capacities. I have specific and extensive experience working with children diagnosed with ADHD, Down...
I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...
I have worked through DCFS in a foster home, with children ranging from 5 months to 15 years old. There were many different special needs involved. I worked there for 5 years.
I enjoy this type of work because children are loving and sweet and teach us something new every day. The appreciation of life is greatly increased in...
I'm a certified Preschool teacher and have hours in training and certification for assisting children with special needs ranging from autism to physically disabled. I enjoy story time, puzzles, drama and arts and crafts. I am flexible and reliable. Hope that I can be a great fit you and your family.
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- $15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have had a good amount of experience with special needs from young to old. I have been working through Care for sometime now and love the families I work for. I am very positive and upbeat, very patient and kind, and do everything I can to make my client feel loved and comfortable and happy.
Elle A. says "Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She is very...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
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Dynamic and highly dependable Childcare Provider and Educator with over 13 years of experience. Background in Early Childhood Education and Childhood Development. Extensive special needs experience. Dedicated to helping shape children into confident, intelligent, and empathetic people who will carry those traits on into...
Laurie B. says "We cannot express enough how much we have loved having Dania become part of our family! Dania assisted with our three children ages newborn to four years...
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- $20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
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light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
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Hello, my name is Joelle. I have had various experiences when it comes to caring for kids. I taught English in Korea for several months during different years. Additionally, I worked as an equestrian camp counselor for the past two years. I have babysat kids of all ages, from 0-15 years old, and have been a paid babysitter for...
Nancy B. says "Joelle did a great job as 1 of 2 sitters for a situation that involved 3 kids of different ages and a dog. She arrived on time and immediately jumped in...
I am a mother and a wife who is looking for extra hours working for a family in need. I have almost 18 years experience working with a wide variety of different disabilities and ages. My last job I currently had was working at autism home support doing behavior therapy. In the past I have also working with a family and a girl...
I am a certified Educational Assistant. I have worked with 3-5 yr old special needs at risk children for 21 years. I now work as an assistant at the Elementary level K-2 grades. I am a certified CNA, Phlebotomists, EKG technician. I have provided home health care for 19 years.
Care Member says "She watched my mom who was 97 and did a wonderful job. Very caring and her clients always come first. Willing to help whatever needs to be done. "
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello,
My name is Lorraine. I m 34yrs old. I'm a certified nurses assistant and have completed 3 yrs towards a nursing degree. I have experience taking care of children and adults with special needs. I am naturally patient, loving and nurturing. I believe in treating the people I care for with respect and as though they are a...
Susan C. says "Lorraine assisted me with transportation and after care of surgery. She is dependable, kind, willing to run errands for me. Would highly recommend her and...
I bring over 26 years of dedicated experience in child care, with a strong background supporting children of all ages and developmental needs. I successfully raised two productive, independent adults, giving me firsthand experience in the patience, consistency, and guidance children need to thrive.
My expertise includes working...
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
Hi there! I am Maggie and I'm currently enrolled at Fox College studying to be a veterinary technician. Although I do love animals I also have a passion for fostering and caring for children and adolescents. I've had the pleasure of working with kids of all ages, including those with special needs, over my three years of...
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
I have several years experience caring for children of all ages ranging from newborns to teens. I have routinely cared for healthy, ill and special needs children. I enjoy being actively involved with the children in age appropriate activities, such as puzzles, books and imaginary play. I concentrate on the children while they...
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- $25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have 15 years of childcare experience and five years of classroom experience working at childcare centers, preschools, and elementary schools. I have experience working with children of a variety of ages, from newborns to school age and have a lot of experience working with special needs children. I hold an Associate's Degree...
My name is Lynnete but I go by Lynn. I'm 29 years old and currently offering babysitting services. I have experience caring for children of friends and family, including a child with special needs. I've helped care for my niece from infancy through her teenage years, so I understand the different needs and stages as kids grow. I...
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Tricia and I'm a Mother to 2 wonderful children as well as a nanny, a teacher aid, ECT board member and a child photographer. I have great references, and over 20 yrs of experience watching children. I was a teacher aide in Elmhurst on and off for 4 yrs. I was a nanny for two incredible girls for 7 years, for...
Hello! My name is Isabelle and I have experience in childcare and adult caretaking services.
I have worked in a daycare, as a nanny, and as a certified nursing assistant in an assisted living facility and memory care facility. I have experience with children from 3 months to high school, including those with special needs. In...
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- $26/hr
23 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
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I have been a professional nanny for 26 wonderful years. I also have been an Assistant Teacher and a nanny for special needs children. I believe that all children are special and true gifts. I have a lot of fun and creative ideas for art projects, games and playtime. I have alot of experience helping with potty training. I am...
Hi! I'm Maria, and I'm the oldest of five siblings, so taking care of kids has been a big part of my life from the start. I've helped raise three of my younger siblings since they were little, which has taught me a lot about patience, responsibility, and how to handle just about any situation. One of my brothers has autism,...
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
dementia
meal prep
I am a practicing registered nurse with 2. 5 years of experience. I enjoy spending time and assisting those with special needs. I am CPR certified and vaccinated against the Flu and COVID.
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $32.00/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Oak Brook, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Oak Brook, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Clemonce M.
Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She...
- Elle A.
Dania G.
We cannot express enough how much we have loved having Dania become part of our family! Dania assisted with our three children ages newborn...
- Laurie B.
Joelle S.
Joelle did a great job as 1 of 2 sitters for a situation that involved 3 kids of different ages and a dog. She arrived on time and...
- Nancy B.
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