Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Oak Park, IL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Oak Park, IL

Todd M.'s Photo

Todd M.


Oak Park, IL

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Special Needs Provider

5.0

(1)

See profile

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.

Maureen M.'s Photo

Maureen M.


Oak Park, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient and Loving Mom available for ALL your Childcare Needs

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Available for respite care, weekend, overnights. I have been a licensed IL foster parent and have worked with 2 children that suffered from Fetal Alcohol syndrome and another who has ADHD as well as depression/anxiety. I have worked at an institution where I gained experience with immobile children, Batten disease, Charge...
4.0
"Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our training. And she provides daily needs for her as well and reading stories. Maureen has been helpful to me with clean up around...

Jennifer V.

Michael S.'s Photo

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.

Cassie S.'s Photo

Cassie S.


Oak Park, IL

$25/hr6 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

Jenasea P.'s Photo

Jenasea P.


Oak Park, IL

$5-50/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.
Becca M.'s Photo

Becca M.


Oak Park, IL

$14-19/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

Nia B.'s Photo

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, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

Minna I.'s Photo

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Todd M.'s Photo

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:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Kaleigh R.'s Photo

Kaleigh R.


Oak Park, IL

$25-40/hr3 yrs exp

I am a former elementary school teacher who has always loved working with children and inspiring them to their full potential. I recently moved into the area and I am looking to become a nanny after working in an education-related sales position. I have extensive experience with childcare, both babysitting and in special needs...
Kaleigh can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Caytie B.'s Photo

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

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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

Amanda C.

Ella S.'s Photo

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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Jhan I.'s Photo

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"I highly recommend Jhan. She is a wonderful, kind, caring human being with an outstanding work ethic, high career and family values."

Karl F.

Branndi C.'s Photo

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: Errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
5.0
"Branndi is very outgoing. She has lots of enthusiasm and brings light and excitement to any environment she is a part of."

Care member

Karla V.'s Photo

Karla V.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Future Teacher, Love Working With Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Nice to meet you. My name is Karla and I am a senior in University and emerging teacher with license in K-12th grades. As a nanny I have experience working with different ages; infants, toddles, etc. I've worked in different daycares as a teacher assistant and different families from all backgrounds, including children...
Karla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Karla is amazing- gentle, kind, dependable, and safe."

Meg P.

Alexis S.'s Photo

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...
Marisol R.'s Photo

Marisol R.


Chicago, IL

$40-50/hr10 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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She's very responsible and a mother herself! She has the upmost respect for people and she's been babysitting for over 5 years. I have known Marisol for years and has been a best friend of mine who I personally trust a lot and is a hardworking, motivational and an...

Nicholas G.

Dhara P.'s Photo

Dhara P.


Chicago, IL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part/Full-time Care Giver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a third generation Early Education Teacher who moved into the Non-Profit Education Space. I currently work as an ED for a Non-Profit, since I'm working remotely (residing in South Loop), I do have a lot more time to spare. I'm DCFS, CPR and teacher certified. In the past I've worked in a classroom's ranging from infant to...
Dhara can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Dhara has been an extremely personable and dependable summer nanny. My daughter greets her with a big smile every morning at 5 months old now! Dhara is very respectful, follows specific instructions (i.e., feeding, tummy time, etc.), provides great recommendations...

Staci C.

Jasmyn B.'s Photo

Jasmyn B.


Justice, IL

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver With Plenty Of Experience

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 2-year-old babygirl and I'm only interested in occasional evening or weekend gigs. I've been working with a fantastic family's non verbal 23-year-old son with special needs for the past 6 years and I enjoy it immensely. I have over 9 years of combined experience working in schools as a...
5.0
"Jasmyn helps our family care for my special needs son and she has been a great addition to our team. She's consistent, attentive, caring, reliable and very nurturing. He took to her immediately. She's made my entire families life easier and more pleasant."

Tracy V.

Ariel Z.'s Photo

Ariel Z.


Chicago, IL

$23-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! At my daily job, I work with special needs kids from the ages of 2-6. I am also a big sister to six siblings. I have two sets of twins in my family whose ages range from one month to 9 years old. I have experience working with kids up to the ages of 16. I worked previously as a lifeguard and swim instructor so I am First Aid...
Ariel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"This is my family's first time hiring a someone that is not family to care for our children. Ariel was amazing she was punctual. She helped out with potty training. She did arts and crafts and played various games with both kids. They also all cuddled on the sofa...

Charity H.

Showing 1 - 20 of 60

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.

Maureen M.

4.0

Maureen has cared for my daughter for over a year on Saturdays. She sets her feedings up and gives medication via g-tube - with our training. And she provides daily needs for her as well and reading stories. Maureen has been helpful to me with clean up around the house.

- Jennifer V.

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.

Caytie B.

5.0

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

- Amanda C.

Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services

Special Needs in River Forest, ILSpecial Needs in River Grove, ILSpecial Needs in Cicero, ILSpecial Needs in Riverside, ILSpecial Needs in Berwyn, ILSpecial Needs in Brookfield, ILSpecial Needs in Hillside, ILSpecial Needs in Harwood Heights, ILSpecial Needs in Lyons, ILSpecial Needs in Chicago, IL
Special Needs in Darien, ILSpecial Needs in Hampshire, ILSpecial Needs in Naperville, ILSpecial Needs in Gurnee, ILSpecial Needs in Odell, ILSpecial Needs in Matteson, ILSpecial Needs in Arlington Heights, ILSpecial Needs in West Chicago, ILSpecial Needs in Grayslake, ILSpecial Needs in Schaumburg, IL
Show more

Special Needs Caregiver Articles

When should you start maternity leave? Here’s what the experts say

January 15th, 2025 Since no two families are alike, there isn’t a hard and fast rule when it comes to determining when to start maternity leave. But there are a number of thin... Read more
Stage 3 baby food: How to know when to offer thicker solids

Stage 3 baby food: How to know when to offer thicker solids

January 15th, 2025 Your baby’s made it through cereal mush, soupy carrots and ever-so-slightly texturized chicken and squash dinners. Now it’s time for the real culinary fun t... Read more
You can choose the sex of your baby — but it’ll cost you

You can choose the sex of your baby — but it’ll cost you

January 9th, 2025 Can you choose the sex of your baby? If you’re the kind of person who has been planning the perfect family unit since childhood, you’ll be happy... Read more
Summer camp cost: Breaking down the price of day, sleep-away and specialty camps

Summer camp cost: Breaking down the price of day, sleep-away and specialty camps

January 15th, 2025 Whether you’re looking for your child to log extra hours practicing soccer or want them to spend time with friends in the great outdoors, camp is a time-hon... Read more
28 cute toddler haircuts

28 cute toddler haircuts

January 14th, 2025 Let’s be honest here. Toddlers really don’t need anything extra to be positively adorable — it’s just their natural state. But even with their built-in deli... Read more

Ratings for Oak Park, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Oak Park, IL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.