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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Prospect Heights, IL

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Prospect Heights, IL

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Michelle K.


Park Ridge, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced Babysitter (4 Years) Responsible & Available Weeknights And Weekends.

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! On top of being a mother to a wonderful 16-month-old I have been a nanny/babysitter for over 10 years. I have a diverse range of caring experience including special-needs/learning disabilities, multiples, nanny sharing, small group care, and ages from infant to teenagers. I am also certified in child/adult CPR and have 6...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Michelle was great, very dependable and so good with kids. "

Bridget J.

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Lauren G.


Highwood, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Theraputic Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses. As a public school teacher of many...
5.0
"Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time with an amazing attitude and is always finding new ways to help. She is reliable, hardworking, responsive,...

Ann D.

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Sarah S.


Schaumburg, IL

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Sarah. I am looking for a full time nanny position with a loving family. I'm looking to utilize my 11 and a half years of child care experience and knowledge in growth development by providing good guidance and exceptional care as a professional live out nanny. I also have two and a half years experience with...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two children. She has done overnight stays with us as well. Sarah interacts with my children through various games, activities,...

Stephanie M.

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Laimute B.


Lake Forest, IL

$19-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Are you looking for a quality elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 19+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have...
Laimute can also help with: Home modification, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on, end-of-life care. We found Laima to be warm, kind hearted and very skilled. We highly recommend her."

Irene K.

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Ana C.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Part- Time, Evenings Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Flight Attendant for American Airlines. I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I...
Ana can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Vicky W.


Des Plaines, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Summer Caregiver

I worked at Philip J Rock Center & School in Glen Ellyn it is school & home for children with both deaf & blind disabilities compiled with cerebral palsy & other learning disabilities. I was trained how to communicate with the children with a basic version of sign language & supervised children during activities & daily living...
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Laurie B.


Palatine, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

I have been a caregiver working in senior care and special Ed for several years . I worked at Kirk school for 4 years with special needs children and . I was a caregiver to a special needs boy for 4 years while doing senior care in the morning . I also worked with children years ago and have college courses in early childhood
Laurie can also help with: Personal care, respite care, hospice services, dementia
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Lola H.


Lake Forest, IL

$14-29/hr3 yrs exp

Fun, Responsible, Experienced

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a student at Lake Forest College and I am on the pre-med track to become a doctor. I have experience working with kids as well as various ages of students with special needs! Being a special needs student peer has been an amazing experience! I have also coached preschool and elementary level soccer programs. I enjoy...
Lola can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Cecilia B.


Winnetka, IL

$16-20/hr8 yrs exp

Easy Going, Creative, Bubbly

Hi my name is Cecilia ! I am Red Cross certified and CPR certified. I have been babysitting since I was 15. I am comfortable working with children of all ages and disabilities. I have experience as a figure skating coach where I taught children with special needs. My aunt is disabled as well and I help her and my grandmother...
Cecilia can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kelly F.


Palatine, IL

$20/hr5 yrs exp

I Would Love To Help Your Family Out In Anyway I Can!

My name is Kelly! I've been in childcare and senior care for 5+ years. I previously worked in healthcare but am looking for a career change! I am CPR and bls certified and have extensive first aid training. I am upbeat and love kids and energetic and I love making peoples day better. I have worked with special needs children...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hi! My names Samantha!! I'm 23 I'm located in palatine! I love to be a helping hand. I have twin brothers with special needs who I've helped take care of while my mother works full time. I enjoy hiking, art, animals. My dream job would a special needs therapist. I love problem solving I love pets I have a cat and 3 dogs! I'm a...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
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Antonina L.


Winnetka, IL

$17-21/hr6 yrs exp

Hi everyone! My name is Antonina. I'm 22 years old, and I am currently in college for a Psychology degree. I love working with children! I have worked with children with special needs to children with none. I have babysat for many different families since I was 16. I hope to get to work with children in my therapy work but until...
Antonina can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Alina Y.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time

Hello! Experienced nanny offering 9 years of experience caring for children from birth to school age, including special needs kids. A positive role model focused on the support and care of the child's development. Graduated from medical school in Ukraine with a paramedic degree where I learned how to stay calm and know how to...
Alina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

My name is Talia and I am the oldest of four kids! I am currently a senior at The University of Kansas! I have been a nanny since freshman year of high school in the Overland Park area for 3 children, while babysitting multiple families since well before then and throughout the years. I love kids and just hanging out and getting...
Talia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi l have 15 years experience with kids different age , transportation , school / activities and more , good reference l think l good fit for you please let me know thanks Claudia
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Talia C.


Deerfield, IL

$16-30/hr2 yrs exp

- Work for United Cerebral palsy ! Work one one one with kids with disabilities to help them in social environments and basic daily tasks - have been on three clubs for supporting kids with social needs - worked abroad with kids 0-3 with special needs
I have a 26-year-old son with Down syndrome. Has had 2 open heart surgeries. As an infant was NG tubed and on O2 and heart monitor. I am familiar with assistive tech devices, non verbal individuals with disabilities. I am a volunteer for Special Olympics. I am so prepared to take care of your son or daughter!
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Amy R.


Park Ridge, IL

$21-30/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Experience

I have a background of working with many different special needs cases of people of all ages. I have worked with young children who have allergies, disabilities, growth delays, ADHD, speech delays. I also have experience with assisting senior citizens who need general or specialized help. Certifications/Experience: -I used to...
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Hannah S.


Mount Prospect, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter With Experience Working With Children With Special Needs

Hi! My name is Hannah and I am a creative and energetic 20-year-old. I have experience working with children in many different settings. I have been a soccer coach and a soccer referee for several years. I am currently an inclusion aid for the park districts and a registered behavior technician (RBT). I work with and have...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Zoe B.


Chicago, IL

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Fun, Patient, And Reliable Babysitter!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Zoe and I live in Edison Park. I've been babysitting/nannying for the past six years. A little bit about me is that I'm an animal lover, love doing crafts, listening to music, doing fun activities, baking / trying new recipes, and reading. I have also worked with special needs children and grew up with a...
Zoe can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Prospect Heights, IL

Michelle K.

5.0

Michelle was great, very dependable and so good with kids.

- Bridget J.

Lauren G.

5.0

Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time with an amazing attitude and is always finding new ways to help. She is reliable, hardworking, responsive, intelligent, and always follows...

- Ann D.

Sarah S.

5.0

I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two children. She has done overnight stays with us as well. Sarah interacts with my children through various games, activities, outdoor play, and is fully aware of...

- Stephanie M.

Laimute B.

5.0

Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on, end-of-life care. We found Laima to be warm, kind hearted and very skilled. We highly recommend her.

- Irene K.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

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