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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Park Forest, IL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Park Forest, IL

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Zandra Y.


Crete, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Assist In Tutoring And Activities.

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Hello my name is Zandra. I enjoy working with Young children. I have experience working with children in a public school setting. I have my paraprofessional license with the state if Illinois. Ive worked with children of special needs as well. I'm reliable and energetic years of experience caring for children of all ages,...
Zandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Heidi K.


Matteson, IL

$15-31/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care, Senior Care, Pets Care And Special Needs.

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:

First Aid

CPR

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Melissa R.


Crete, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/babysitter

Hello my name is Melissa. I'm 32 years old with 15+ years of experience, newborn-16. I am very comfortable with all the experiences which come with taking care of children, including special needs. I have spent several years working in Childcare with 3 families in particular long term. I realized once I had my own kids, the...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Annalise M.


Frankfort, IL

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Annalise and I am a 21) year old part time college student.(all online, no meeting time, I can do classes whenever I want.) I love working with kids and have worked with them since I've been younger! I have been watching kids with paid experience since I was 14 and have a developmental therapy background and...
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Lexi B.


Frankfort, IL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced With 3 Years Of Special Education Children/adults

I have babysat for many years and currently I work with students with special needs (18-21-year-old) I have a passion for helping others and I enjoy working with special needs children/adults!
Lexi can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Maria S.


Tinley Park, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Vailable For Companionship, House Keeping And Meal Preparation

I'm a very patient, honest with a great personality. I have many years or experience on housekeeping and caring for senior and kids include special need Childrens.
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Kamy O.


Lansing, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have around 3 years of experience in the child care setting! I currently work as a paraprofessional working with special needs children. I am only looking for something seasonal, as I will resume work in the fall. I speak spanish & have a valid drivers license. I enjoy watching movies, taking walks, chill days, running...
Kamy can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

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Briana R.


Country Club Hills, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Certified Assistant Teacher (Early Childhood/SPED)

Hello, my name is Briana and I am a certified teacher with four years of experience with children and individuals with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, etc. I received my bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with an emphasis in family social services from Northern Illinois...
Briana can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Shamari A.


Matteson, IL

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Mari Nice To Meet You! My Availability Is Saturdays Only Until Further Notice.

Hello my name is Mari I have plenty of experience in Child care services. Especially working with children with special needs. I work as a special education paraprofessional and training to become a registered behavior technician. I'm also CPR and AED certified. I'd describe my personality as Kind, Charismatic, and...
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Brittney W.


Richton Park, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

The Golden Years

I have quite a bit of experience working with seniors. I used to volunteer at a singer living facility for two years before they stopped outside activities from entering their facility. I also have a grandfather who is going through dementia he's 90 years old, and I know what it's like to go through that struggle my grandmother...
Brittney can also help with: Errands, meal prep, transportation
Skills:

Licensed Nurse

Dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs through compassion, understanding, and meaningful connections. Advocate for inclusivity and empowerment.
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Jillian V.


Frankfort, IL

$13-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I'm a kind, reliable caregiver. I have been a full-time nanny for 8 years. I have several reviews on Care. I look forward to hearing from you. Thanks, Jillian
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Reese P.


Frankfort, IL

$16-25/hr6 yrs exp

am an energetic sitter with a genuine passion for caring for children. I am a recent college graduate with a degree in psychology, focusing on human development and disability studies. I have 5+ years of paid experience as a nanny and working with children. I am CPR and First Aid certified and have extensive experience with...
Available to help your loved one with special needs, get the better care they need , message me and let's discuss, I'm available
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
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Kristalyn T.


Frankfort, IL

$25/hr

Responsible Specialized Funmaker

I'd describe my personality as patient, kind and creative. I like working with kids because they are fun and have lots of things to teach us. I'm looking for a job that is flexible. I started working with kids when I started babysitting at the age of 11! In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family, bake, read and...
Kristalyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance
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Linda N.


Tinley Park, IL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of foster care experience. I have 4 children, 31, 28, 20 and 19. I have worked with special needs and Autistic children. I am also Montessori trained. I would like to care for your child part time in my home, perhaps sharing time with a grandparent. School teachers preferred! Let's talk.
Linda can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Heidi K.


Matteson, IL

$15-25/hr

Elderly Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Previous experienced elderly caregiver. Housekeeping, cooking, medications, took care elderly woman who passed away age 87. Also several years caregiver to eldery male who had cancer and passed away. Companionship also experienced with pets. Used to be medical tech. 30 years ago.
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Diane S.


Tinley Park, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiving

I've raised my 4 children and took care of nothing parents .. my father lived with me fir 10 years and I cared for his needs as a quadriplegic and my mother had diabetes and dialysis.. I cared for children as a nanny fir many years . I've cared for alzheimer patienrs and several senior care assignments . I'm very compassionate...

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