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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in River Grove, IL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in River Grove, IL

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Kamonchanok P.


River Grove, IL

$28-30/hr9 yrs exp

Full-time Experienced Nanny

5.0

(10)

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am 31 years old, a friendly, adventurous, helpful, imaginative, dependable, and energetic person. I have experience with an infant - 13 years old. I volunteered as a teaching assistant at the Kindergarten for 3 months. I was a teacher for middle school for one year in Thailand before I moved to the U. S. I was a...
Kamonchanok can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is a lovely person. Full of energy and active. The kids have a good and fun time with her"

Thunya P.

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Kaeleen E.


River Grove, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I am a certified nursing assistant/patient care technician. I have experience working as a CNA at a nursing rehabilitation facility. I've had training with younger patients, special needs, and of course elderly. I currently work in an ICU at Elmhurst Hospital for the last two years: My skills range from transportation,...
Kaeleen can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Kaeleen helped my husband transition back home from a long stay at the hospital and rehab. She assisted with bathroom, bathing, shaving, feeding, and mobility. Kaeleen was never late, and had a true personal touch to her care. She worked for me until ultimately my...

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Hi, my name is Morgan and I graduated from high school, class of 2019. In the fall I will be attending college to pursue a nursing degree as I'm already certified as a nurses assistant. I am also CPR and First Aid certified. I have been working with children since I was 15 and I love it. I love working with children of all ages...
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Shannon N.


River Grove, IL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

I'm currently a DSP I work for a Company out in Des Plaines Illinois. I've been with my company for the last four years I'm currently looking for part-time work. I've been a DSP for the last 12 years working with children and adults with disabilities. I do everything from bathing feeding showers. I do pass meds I do transport I...
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Bonnie M.


River Grove, IL

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

Perfect Pet Sitter

Hello, I am a mother of four school aged children and student myself. I am available to provide flexible care for your child, as I am also eager and excited to apply my attributes and experience. My years of working, volunteering and raising children have given me joy and wonderful experiences. I will be able to assure a secure...
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Heather V.


Melrose Park, IL

$25-31/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available Full/Part-Time

3.9

(9)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have been a professional nanny for 26 wonderful years. I also have been an Assistant Teacher and a nanny for special needs children. I believe that all children are special and true gifts. I have a lot of fun and creative ideas for art projects, games and playtime. I have alot of experience helping with potty training. I am...
Heather can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"Heather has a calm energy that was great in our house with 2 under 2. She was flexible with coming in early when needed. Only worked with her for a few months because she moved out of state."

Jenna S.

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Kali M.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr9 yrs exp

Full-time Student, Looking For Part-time Nanny Job!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting and nannying since I was in middle school (when my parents were right down the street just in case I needed them!). Since then, I have watched newborns, toddlers, and kids of all ages. I have experience with children who have special needs. I have built great relationships with the families I have babysat...
Kali can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Kali was an amazing caregiver to my children for just over four years! She did both occasional babysitting and summer nannying. She instantly became one of us and I could not have asked for a better influence on my girls. To cover the basics, Kali was: punctual,...

Jennifer D.

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Kailyn O.


Chicago, IL

$28-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Kailyn and I'm currently a 3rd grade teacher in Naperville. I also am getting my masters in Low Vision and Blindness at Illinois State. I come from a family of 6 and I am the oldest so I have become very equipped to caring for younger kids. Over the summer, I have been a live in nanny for 4 years for two children who...
Kailyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kailyn is experienced with kids who have challenging behaviors. She is reliable, engaging, and a good communicator. Our girls are always asking when she will be back. We are so thankful for you, Kailyn."

Stacy E.

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Olivia K.


Chicago, IL

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Energetic Full Time Nanny Available To Start Immediately!

A Little bit about myself, I'm a kindhearted energetic childcare provider. I've professionally cared for children of all ages including special needs. I have 5+ years on my belt in the Nanny/Childcare industry, along with my working towards my BA in early childhood education. I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I strongly...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"We love Ms. O! Amazing Nanny and very good about development and early learning with my Toddler."

Emily D.

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Nesita S.


Chicago, IL

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with special needs since 2014. I am currently getting my BCBA to become over all of my cases at an aba company that I've been working at for almost 5 years. I love working with special needs children and adults it is my passion. I love to see them grow within themselves to become independent adults.
5.0
"Met with her and she interacted with my son in a public place . Next she came over one evening to bond with him . Looking forward to working with this caregiver ."

Jessica P.

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Selena O.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, May Name Is Selena, I Am A Passionate And Dedicated Person.

Hi! How are you? I am Selena O, current Nursing student (Night hybrid program) I have Over 5 years of experience as a nanny. I love to play with different strategies of pedagogy for a good development of body and Brain. I could make your children comfortable while I am with them. Can take them to parks, museum and other...
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"She is energetic, talkative and friendly, Most of all reliable. "

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Sylvia B.


Chicago, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Speech Therapist/Tutor- Polish-Speaking/ Special Needs & All Ages

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello all, thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I live in Chicago and am providing services for children of all ages as a Speech-Language Pathologist as well as a caregiver! I am an elementary school-based SLP and am finishing up my 7th year there :) I completed my Master's coursework in Speech-Language Pathology...
Sylvia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Sylvia was hired to watch my 8 month old daughter for one day while I worked from home. My daughter immediately took a liking to her and she had non stop fun playing toys and being entertained. Sylvia was able to keep her nap schedule and I don't remember hearing...

Renee G.

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Dina S.


Chicago, IL

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Child Whisperer

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello Families! My name is Dina. I have committed over 30 years to providing compassionate childcare for infants through teens in a variety of childcare settings. I have had amazing opportunities supporting children and their families as a nanny, home school teacher/tutor, preschool teacher, mother's helper and special needs...
Dina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Dina is a caring & trustworthy pet/house sitter who has been with us for years."

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Cashmear M.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.
5.0
"Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust my kids with her any day."

Marlee H.

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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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Michelle K.


Park Ridge, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have cared for children with discipline disorders, learning disorders, downs syndrome, and autism. I take time with children I work with, to learn how they respond and react to different ways of handling situations. I am energetic and caring. I hold a great deal of pride in the work I do.
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Todd M.


Oak Park, IL

$25-49/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Special Needs Provider

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.

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Mary M.


Chicago, IL

$26-42/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny With Teaching Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, Mary Grace and I'm a nanny in the Chicago area! I have experience in child development and special needs care. Currently I am looking for 25-45 a week, and go start in mid August or beginning of September!
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We've worked with Mary Grace on and off (as needed) for 2.5 years. She has provided childcare for both our kids individually and together (2.5 years old and 10 month old). Mary Grace is confident in our home and supports our house rules and follows my instructions...

Susannah F.

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Jennifer K.


Chicago, IL

$40/hr6 yrs exp

Exciting-Reliable-Kind Caregiver Looking To Curate Exceptional Experiences

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a fun, thoughtful, reliable and hardworking woman who knows her way around the City. My childcare background includes babysitting, working in a Nanny share and two years as an individual aide for Special Needs students in elementary school. I recently left the corporate world and am going back to where my heart is working...
Jennifer can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Our family was so fortunate to have found Jenny as my son's first nanny. She worked with us full-time for almost 18 months and continues to be a key part of our childcare team as our family needs have evolved. She is trustworthy, professional, highly skilled with...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in River Grove, IL

Kamonchanok P.

5.0

She is a lovely person. Full of energy and active. The kids have a good and fun time with her

- Thunya P.

Kaeleen E.

5.0

Kaeleen is very patient, caring and sweet with children.She is extremely responsible, strategic, playful, and I feel very safe knowing she's trained in critical care and can perform CPR and the Heimlich maneuver.

- Care member

Heather V.

4.0

Heather has a calm energy that was great in our house with 2 under 2. She was flexible with coming in early when needed. Only worked with her for a few months because she moved out of state.

- Jenna S.

Kali M.

5.0

Kali was an amazing caregiver to my children for just over four years! She did both occasional babysitting and summer nannying. She instantly became one of us and I could not have asked for a better influence on my girls. To cover the basics, Kali was: punctual, dependable, fair, reasonable, mature,...

- Jennifer D.

Kailyn O.

5.0

Kailyn is amazing! She has a true passion for children. Our daughter love to play with her and is always happy when she comes. She is reliable and easy to work with. Can't recommend more!

- Xiaocen C.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in River Grove, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.