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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Plainfield, IL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Plainfield, IL

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Brianna G.


Bolingbrook, IL

$17-25/hr1 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Brianna. I'm new in the city. I'm learning English. I have experience taking care of children. It would be good to take care of a family member who takes care of help. I'm responsible and careful
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Deborah Y.


Naperville, IL

$19-30/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a very compassionate and caring kind of person with more than five years of caregiver experience. I have worked as a live in caregiver for over three years, and I am familiar with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Osteoporosis, and special needs care. I am very loyal, dependable, honest, and hard working. I give 100% in what I do, and...
Deborah can also help with: Live-in home care, respite care, visiting nurse, home modification, dementia, personal care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Phillipina Agyemang O.


Joliet, IL

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I'm a hard-working Lady who is passionate about providing quality care for all my patients. I can care for all diagnoses and I provide all services. I would love to work with you. Thank you
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Keara O.


Romeoville, IL

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Part-Time Caregiver

I have experience working with many populations with special needs. I have spent a summer as a Program Coordinator at Northern Will County Special Recreation Association where I planned activities, games, field trips, etc. for teens and adults with disabilities (ages 12-24). I also worked there as a Program Assistant last winter...
I am a loving and nurturing childcare provider with over a decade of experience. I have a passion of working with special needs children and work with one family with two special needs children on late Friday evenings. I love to educate and teach children the importance of work around the house teaching them cleanliness,...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hello! I am a 22-year-old college student, home for the summer looking for a job. I have many years of babysitting since I was in high school, and I was a camp counselor for two summers at a two-week overnight girl's camp. I was also involved throughout high school, which are two excellent programs that provide assistance and...
Margaret can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Robyn J.


Lockport, IL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

Need Help I'm Here

I am a CNA and I have been since 2009. I have worked in homes and nursing homes with people with special needs. I am experienced in this area of work.
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Jessica J.


Bolingbrook, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have a degree in counseling psychology and I have worked with developmentally disabled individual for 5 years. I was employed as a Mental Health tech, in which I worked with 3 to 6 individuals in homes settings on a daily basis. I really enjoy helping others and working in this population taught me a lot and helped me grow as...
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Lydia M.


Bolingbrook, IL

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Always Dependable

I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old, whether it had been watching my siblings, neighborhood kids, or the children of my parents friends. I can cook, clean, and complete any chore list that'll be sure to meet your standards! I love all kids and all animals, and have never found any of either that didn't love me as...
Lydia can also help with: Personal care
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Claire C.


Romeoville, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Coming from someone who has a learning disability, I am passionate about working with the special education department to give back to my community that helped me become the person I am today. Working in the multi-needs program and having experience as a behavioral technician in ABA therapy, I truly enjoy the feeling of changing...
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Tetiana S.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr15 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

As a caring and experienced childcare provider with 15 years of experience, I'm passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable caregiving option. My calm and friendly nature creates a nurturing environment for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in open communication with parents and provide...
Tetiana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Kelly P.


Joliet, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

In-Home Daycare

I am a Christian woman. I have successfully educated my children at home for the past 19 years. I have babysat off and on through the years. I have experience with special needs children. I currently take care of an elderly quadriplegic for a few hours on the weekends. I am comfortable with pets and I can help with homework.
Kelly can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Corey W.


Shorewood, IL

$15-40/hr10 yrs exp

Genuine And Passionate Caregiver

Hello my name is Corey and I have been working with individuals with special needs for over 10 years. I currently work at an Autism day school providing positive behavior support to children and young adults. I have been doing in home ABA therapy and respite care for the last 5 years. While working at the day school and home I...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Gaby . Ive been in the home health care field for 6 years. Ive taken care of patients who have had different disabilities and illnesses such as cancer, strokes, Alzheimer's- Dementia, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, etc. I am experienced with companion care , medication management, bathing, lifting, cooking and...
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Jill G.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Those With Special Needs

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I love helping people. I have been fully engaged in this field since my graduation from the University of IL in 1990. I have worked approximately 30 years in Social Services in many capacities including In Home Care; Vacation care; Special Recreation; Special Olympics Coaching and day care.
Hi there! I'm Cortney, a passionate and experienced nanny dedicated to providing exceptional care to families in need. With over 6 years of experience in childcare, I have a proven track record of creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. I believe in the power of creativity and...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hi, My name is Deja and I've been a teacher for over 5 years. While attending Northwestern University, I obtained more than 100+ volunteer hours with Preschool and Kindergarten. I have over 5 years of experience working in a school setting. On top of teaching kids from 2 months- 14 years old in a classroom , I also teach...
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Evlyn H.


Joliet, IL

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

A Little Bit About Me!

Hello, my name is Evlyn and I love nature and animals and have always enjoyed spending time with children whether it's my family or babysitting! I have always loved working with new people and learning new things, and also teaching other people what I can. I worked for a family with 3 children for over 3 years and learned so...
Evlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Amanda, I am from San Diego but currently live in Draper, Utah. I have been a nanny on and off for about 10 years. I love working with children of all ages. I also have experience with children with disabilities. I have a younger sister with autism and have also nannied other special needs children. I am pretty...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

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Ramona Y.


Lockport, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello! My name's Ramona. I volunteered at a therapeutic riding facility for special needs children and adults for 5 years. After volunteering for 4 years I was hired on to be a volunteer coordinator. I have experience with working with children. I have lots of patience and love working with children! I have also had babysitting...

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Plainfield, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.