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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Oak Park, IL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Oak Park, IL

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Todd M.


Oak Park, IL

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Special Needs Provider

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with special needs children and adults for over 25 years. I taught drama to developmentally disabled adults and taught or tutored most school subjects to elementary, teen, and adult learners in classrooms, homes, non-profits, and tutoring centers. I have earned masters degrees in middle-secondary education and...
5.0
"Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We have enlisted Mr. M. to work with our children M-F from 3pm- 7pm. He picks them up from school and brings them home...

Jennifer W.

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Michael S.


Oak Park, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Family Organization Assistance

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I just finished caring for a non-verbal autistic boy in the afternoons. My responsibilities included meal preparation, transportation, and life skills including physical and mental activities to enhance his daily life. My best attributes in this situation are my patience, persistence, and sense of caring for the situation for...
5.0
"Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we would definitely rehire him. I do not hesitate to recommend him!"

Leslie G.

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Cassie S.


Oak Park, IL

$28/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/Tutor

Actively looking for a part-time nanny or tutor position. Establishing trust with whomever is watching your child is key and very important to me. I've created such wonderful relationships with all the families I've worked with. I have experience with toddlers up to teens. I also have my Bachelors in English and Psychology. I...
Cassie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"If you communicate your expectations, Cassie will follow up and meet them. She is currently a nanny for our family in the afternoon. We like her. "

Paul M.

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Jenasea P.


Oak Park, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Available

I work as a Dental Assistant during the week in Park City, UT. I only work 4 days a week, Monday-Thursday. I have a lot experience with child care. I'm a professional nanny. I have a professional profile from my old nanny agency that I will be more than willing let you look over.
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Becca M.


Oak Park, IL

$15-19/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have 3 little siblings and I've been helping out with them my whole life. Two of them are special needs, autism. I've babysat since I moved to Oak Park when I was 13 and I have a lot of experience with kids. I can help with school and any extra help needed.
Becca can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

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Nia B.


Oak Park, IL

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Loving, active and responsible childcare professional. I have over 6 years experience working with children from 0-12, including children with special needs. I truly love caring children and helping their families. My childcare services are centered around exploration and education. I look forward to speaking with your family...
Nia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Violet M.


Oak Park, IL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, I Am Violet!

I am currently a nursing student attending Saint Mary's College. I am planning to graduate with a bachelors in nursing. I am a sophomore and am CPR certified. I am looking for a babysitting/nannying job for the summer. I was a caregiver for the Bandar family, entrusted with the care of their three children, twin boys, aged two,...
Violet can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Minna I.


Oak Park, IL

$24/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Minna, thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I have been babysitting for about 8+ years now. I have babysat from ages 1-17 including special needs children. I do light housekeeping, prepare quick meals, take children outdoors to parks, museums etc. Some facts about me: I am a 25-year-old college...
Minna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Todd M.


Oak Park, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Oak Park Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been caring for children as a teacher for over 25 years. I have worked with pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, elementary, junior, high school, and college students, including children with special needs. I have a joyful, creative, enthusiastic personality, am firm when necessary for children, and love to read and play with...
Todd can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Isabelle M.


Oak Park, IL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Gabriella C.


Chicago, IL

$22-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a nanny with 4 years experience looking for an childcare job. I've experience with all age kids and special needs kids.
Gabriella can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I hired Gabi to watch my kids ( 2yo, 4yo and 9yo) and she's wonderful with them! She is wonderful and trustworthy with children! I will absolutely hire her more often. Thx Gabi"

Flavia R.

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Maria A.


Chicago, IL

$28/hr3 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm Venezuelan with 3, 5 years of nanny and house manager experience. I took care of 5 months to 8 years old children, also have experience with special needs kids, and CPR certified. Currently Spanish/English teacher for kids, teenagers and adults.
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Wonderful nanny our kids who still miss her very much. She was on time, never missed a day of work, flexible with our schedules. Also helped around the house with light cleaning duties, fixing meals & snacks for the kids, very friendly with our pets (dog &...

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Caytie B.


Chicago, IL

$23-30/hr7 yrs exp

Newborn Care Specialist

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've worked as a full-time nanny for over seven years. I love my job and am hoping to find more families to help! I have experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. This includes experience with children with special needs. I have also completed my newborn care specialist certificate and am CPR/First AID...
Caytie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Very sweet and cared for my children as if they were her own. "

Amanda C.

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Ella S.


Chicago, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun, And Loving Nanny Looking For Part-time To Possible Full-time Job.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have lots of experience with caring for children, including babies and children with special needs. I love my job!
Ella can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Jhan I.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-18/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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & 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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Anais V.


Chicago, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Care Taker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I began babysitting at the age of 11 yrs old. I am now 27. I currently work at Advocate Aurora Health as a Medical Assistant. I have always expressed interest in the medical field. I want to go in to Nursing and Esthetics. I am looking for something temporary to help save money up to pay for school. Open to babysitting,...
Anais can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Anais is so warm, kind and gentle. She is the epitome of helpfulness. She helps my son get ready to go when it comes time for pick up - when my son is with her, I never have to struggle to get him to go potty or put on his coat; it's all done by the time I arrive!...

Sarah B.

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Alexis S.


Berwyn, IL

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
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Branndi C.


Hillside, IL

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion

Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...
Branndi can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
5.0
"Branndi is a very great listener that is able to come up with solutions to problems. She is very cheerful and brightens any room she enters. She is very organized and timely."

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Olivia M.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr11 yrs exp

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As a patient and calm caregiver with over a decade of experience, I enjoy supporting families and providing a safe, reliable childcare option for them. I'm creative and imaginative, always looking for new ways to engage children and promote their learning. I'm also comfortable enforcing household rules while maintaining a...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I was always impressed with the way Olivia positively interacted with my daughter, who was eight at the time that Olivia started babysitting for us. I never had to worry about my daughter missing me, because Olivia was very pro-active about interacting with her and...

Cathy M.

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Marisol R.


Chicago, IL

$35-50/hr15 yrs exp

Nanny/Child Care Provider.

Hi my name is Marisol, I go by Mari. I'm a mother of a 16 year old boy I love dearly. I love pets we have a pup of our own. I have a true passion working with kids and have cared for children of all ages, from infants to school-aged kids, caring for children with special needs. I'm bilingual (Spanish), reliable, nurturing,...
Marisol can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"As a first time mom, I was nervous about who I could trust to care for my daughter. When our daughter is in Marisol's care, I know for a fact that she is in good hands! She is engaging, fun, loving and our daughter gets so excited to see her. She was our temporary...

Alana G.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Oak Park, IL

Todd M.

5.0

Todd M. serves as our after-school tutor for our 11-year old daughter (6th GR) and 9-year old son (3rd GR). My husband and I both work full-time. We have enlisted Mr. M. to work with our children M-F from 3pm- 7pm. He picks them up from school and brings them home to focus on homework. He also...

- Jennifer W.

Michael S.

5.0

Michael was dependable and punctual. He was very friendly and worked hard. He helped up with a large family event. He was lovely to the guests, and we would definitely rehire him. I do not hesitate to recommend him!

- Leslie G.

Cassie S.

5.0

If you communicate your expectations, Cassie will follow up and meet them. She is currently a nanny for our family in the afternoon. We like her.

- Paul M.

Gabriella C.

5.0

Gabe has always been on time. She is excellent with both my kids that are 2 years old and 9 month old. She's been with my 9 month old since she was an infant.

- Dena E.

Maria A.

5.0

Wonderful nanny our kids who still miss her very much. She was on time, never missed a day of work, flexible with our schedules. Also helped around the house with light cleaning duties, fixing meals & snacks for the kids, very friendly with our pets (dog & cats), and helped water my garden. A...

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