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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Olympia Fields, IL
The average posted rate is $30/hr as of February 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Olympia Fields, IL
5.0
(8)
Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood
From a very early age I've known that childcare was going to be the direction in which I wanted to go with my career by eventually becoming a Pediatric Neontal Nurse Practitioner. In high school, I participated in countless organizations in which we were sent out to spend time with regularly developing children as well as...
Chandler can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Our kids took to Chandler very quickly and she had no trouble managing multiple children. She did a great job of getting our kids through dinner, packing up the leftover food, and sending them off to bed. Chandler was very flexible with scheduling and we were able...
Daren J.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is heather I have been a c n a for 16 years and have been doing home care 18 years. I have a clean back ground current CPR card . I am on the nursing registry for both Illinois and Indiana in good standings. I am responsible, caring, compassionate and reliable. services I provide
include but are not limited to...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I have been an ICU nurse for 13yrs, but with a move across the country 2x, and no bachelor's degree, I was only able to find a job as a private home care nurse. And I fell in love with it!! I have cared for 2 special needs children in their home, including g-tube feedings, CPAP mask, nebulizers, etc.
5.0
"Laura is a compassionate and caring nurse. I trusted her with my special needs children from the start. She always did things the way I instructed, but wasn't afraid to make suggestions. Works very well independently, and gave me the peace of mind I needed as a...
Keri M.
Julie A.
Munster, IN
$21-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I have over 5 years of experience working with special needs clients. I work at a day facility and side by side in group home facilities. I also have family members with disabilities. I know not every client will be a fit, but it also takes time and patience. In which I'm willing to put forth the effort. Please contact me if you...
Kimberly R.
Thornton, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family. We miss her terribly and would hire her again if she moved back to sunny Arizona!
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Andrea G.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Dani, and I am a school social worker at an elementary school. I am a licensed social worker with several years of experience working with kids, especially children and adults with special needs such as Autism. My previous job was as a behavior clinician- no tantrum is too big for me to handle!
I have 4 younger...
Danielle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Dani is Amazing! She did everything we asked and more. Our kids loved her and they said she was the best babysitter they have ever had! "
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I love children. This is what I am going to school to pursue. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy...
Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is great with him as well. Definitely recommend."
Catearina C.
Madison B.
Frankfort, IL
$25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hi! My name is Madison and I am currently a senior at GVSU. I am 22 years old and will be graduating with my nursing degree in late April. I have been babysitting/ nannying for years now and am also employed at Lurie Children's Hospital in Chicago & work on the hematology/oncology floor. For the past 6 summers I have been a full...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CNA
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Madison is a wonderful nanny! Madison cared for our kids, ages 3 and 4 1/2, two days a week from September 2022 through May 2023 and we are SUPER excited to welcome her back this fall! Madison is very dependable, responsible, a great communicator, timely,...
April F.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
First, I would like to thank you for viewing my profile. I am pleased to tell you that I am a personable and reliable nanny with 10+ years' progressive experience in providing child care and early childhood development. I worked as a Lead Teacher with all age groups at a daycare for 4 years all whilst nannying for multiple...
Asia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We interviewed Asia for a nanny position recently. Ultimately our family care plans changed however I was super impressed with Asia's professionalism, energy, knowledge, and over warm friendly feeling she gives to others around her. I think she would make a great...
Liz C.
5.0
(3)
I am a 2nd grade bilingual elementary teacher. My experience goes beyond babysitting. I have had to take care of 20 kids at a time, while also teaching. Therefore, I believe my experience in my classroom will carry on in any babysitting role. I am able to be fun and adventurous with kids but I am also able to teach them and...
Dalia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Dalia is responsible, dedicated, organized, and punctual. She is also very communicative and always takes into consideration what is best for the person she is helping. Dalia is available and continuously cares for people."
Elizabeth C.
Nichole W.
Chicago Heights, IL
$20-31/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Nichole. I'm new to the area and seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in the midwest. As the oldest of my siblings, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. So, naturally, I turned to childcare as a profession at the age...
Nichole can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"Very punctual and kind. My daughter is scared of new people but warmed up to her before the night was over. She was very determined to make me feel comfortable with the whole situation. I greatly appreciated everything she did. I would recommend her services 100%...
Care member
Kesheva P.
Chicago Heights, IL
$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a registered behavioral Therapist I have been working with children diagnosed with Autism and other mental and behavioral disabilities. I love working with all children of all levels of cognition. Working with a population as such requires additional education and training which I am qualified for.
5.0
"I have a child with autism Kesheva is always so patient with him. Our family absolutely adores her, and she's good at what she does."
Susan M.
4.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've Worked Hands On With Special Needs Children in a School Environment and Adults As A Sitter While Hospitalized. My Special Needs Experience With Children Was With Primary Age To Intermediate Age At A. E. R. O, ECHO And SPEED Special Education, From1997 To 2000. I Worked As A Sitter from 2015 to 2019 At St. James Hospital For...
5.0
"She does a great job with my daughter, very kind."
Julia O.
Margaret C.
Homewood, IL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Maggie and I have worked with kids for the last 15 years! My experience ranges from babysitting to working professionally with kids in a therapeutic setting. I also have experience working with special needs children, particularly children on the Autism spectrum. I work full time as a child and adolescent...
Margaret can also help with: Light cleaning
Meghan L.
Oak Forest, IL
$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hello! My name is Meghan. I am 24 years old and have many years of experience working with younger kids. I have worked in daycare settings for a little over 2 years, and have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I am currently a pre-kindergarten teacher for children ages 3-5, including children with special needs. I...
Meghan can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
Rachel G.
Munster, IN
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
I love being around children. I have worked at a special needs pediatric clinic, was a daycare teacher for 2 years, and continue to work with the special needs population.
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Jane P.
Lansing, IL
$20/hr • 2 yrs exp
As a caregiver with two years of experience, I am passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option that allows parents peace of mind. My friendly and approachable demeanor puts children at ease, and I take pride in ensuring open communication with parents about their child's day.
Equipped with...
Jane can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Jenna R.
Munster, IN
$10-15/hr
I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
Hello, my name is Brittney. I am 34 years old and I have 10+ years experience with children. I also have DSP experience with special needs adults as well as teenagers. I've also worked with special needs children. currently I am a traveling substitute teacher. I have worked with ages 3 to 18, and I feel each age group offers a...
Brittney can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Senior care provider. 40 plus years experience. Cooking, cleaning. Pet care 45 years experience. Day hours only part time. Yearly Flu shots and 6 Covid vaccines and RSV vaccine. Companionship. Used to be medical tech. Experience with tracheotomy and special care needs. . Experience 5 seniors long term. All deceased.
Heidi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Olympia Fields, IL
Chandler C.
5.0
Our kids took to Chandler very quickly and she had no trouble managing multiple children. She did a great job of getting our kids through dinner, packing up the leftover food, and sending them off to bed. Chandler was very flexible with scheduling and we were able to schedule her short notice. We...
- Daren J.
Laura M.
5.0
Laura is a compassionate and caring nurse. I trusted her with my special needs children from the start. She always did things the way I instructed, but wasn't afraid to make suggestions. Works very well independently, and gave me the peace of mind I needed as a parent knowing I could leave my...
- Keri M.
Kimberly R.
5.0
Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family. We miss her terribly and would hire her again if she moved back to sunny Arizona!
- Andrea G.
Danielle H.
5.0
Dani is Amazing! She did everything we asked and more. Our kids loved her and they said she was the best babysitter they have ever had!
- Care member
Jasmine M.
5.0
Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is great with him as well. Definitely recommend.
- Catearina C.
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Ratings for Olympia Fields, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Olympia Fields, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.