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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Skokie, IL
The average posted rate is $20/hr as of December 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Skokie, IL
Grey W.
Skokie, IL
$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
I Create Fun And Stimulating Environments That Help Your Child Grow
I have been working with special education students for 7 years now, starting when I was 11. I currently volunteer in 2 special education classrooms at my high school, and I will be attending Illinois State University in the fall, majoring in Special Education with a focus on behavior. I have no formal training or medical...
5.0
(8)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Tina
I Love being with kids, as my experience as a babysitter and nanny is around 8 years, including 1 year looking after special needs child , 2 years looking after 2 lovely boys , aged 1 and 6 , looking after newborn baby twins (premature) for an year.
Have a primary school teacher degree and CPR. Also worked as a...
Klimentina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Tina cared for our premature twin girls from when they were 2 months adjusted until about 18 months old. She is very punctual and good at communication. She was flexible with our changing schedules and loves our daughters dearly. In addition to helping them...
Nadine K.
5.0
(2)
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. a wife and a mother of two boys 27 years and 14 years lived in Chicago and suburbs for over 30 years I'm a licensed cosmetology. I work as a nany from age of 21 for a special need 30-year-old girl . And the then got my license and worked as hair...
Jhan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
5.0
"I highly recommend Jhan. She is a wonderful, kind, caring human being with an outstanding work ethic, high career and family values."
Karl F.
Mary S.
Chicago, IL
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Name is Mary! 24 years old, and currently a banquet manager for Hilton hotels. I am the 2nd oldest of 11 children! Yes 11! Love children and lots of experience. I work full time but as we are getting into our slow season I would like to pick up some part time work to fill my off nights & days. I am experienced with small...
5.0
"I have know Mary for 7 years! She is a kind and loving person and has a big heart for everyone. She is an specialist in home care. She loves to cook and care for the home. She is an expert in care of children. She is from a big family and has been a big support and...
Bernadette S.
4.2
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Families
Hi my name Bongi
I am 26years old, I've been working with kids for as since high school I used to babysit daytime on weekends until I started doing as a job while studying, I have CPR training certificate and childcare training, I am of course infant qualified and have worked with all ages . I have 2 year au pair...
Bongi can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"BONGI is patient, kind and will treat your little ones like her own, I recommend her to any family that is not only looking for a nanny but also a part of their family."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm a recent graduate from DePaul University; before going to DePaul, I was a nanny with a family for 2 years (kids ages 6 and 8) and was a summer nanny in high school. I used to work for a children's daycare (ages 2-4) while living in Milwaukee as well as I also have experience working with children with special needs. I...
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amber was awesome! We were sad to hear she was moving back home and could no longer regularly sit. We will miss her!"
Amanda S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I've worked as a full-time nanny for over seven years. I love my job and am hoping to find more families to help!
I have experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. This includes experience with children with special needs. I have also completed my newborn care specialist certificate and am CPR/First AID...
Caytie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Very sweet and cared for my children as if they were her own. "
Amanda C.
5.0
(1)
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...
Natacha P.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate looking for an income and I have 5 years experience working in healthcare. Thank you.
5.0
"Natacha was a great conversationalist and was helpful when I needed assistance going to a medical procedure. She's very dependable and I would recommend her to anyone in need of services."
Yulanda C.
5.0
(10)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I can leave my kids with her so I don't have to worry that she can take care of my kids.
She is so sweet and very helpful."
AVA L.
Max T.
Evanston, IL
$22/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Over the past two summers, I worked as an Inclusion Aide. I was paired with children that had a variety of special needs including autism or physical challenges. I've also babysat for three other families with young children and they typically like my high energy.
Max can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Emma F.
Chicago, IL
$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!
I'm emma and I work full time in Chicago but I am looking for additional opportunities to work as a caregiver. I love working with kids, previously, I have nannied for families with children with special needs. Alongside that I worked in special education as a teachers aide as I finished undergrad. I am interested in doing...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Emma has been amazing. My children enjoy spending time with her. She does her best to be flexible with our crazy schedules. Very happy to have her helping our family!"
Lori L.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked in a professional setting with special needs children and children on the autism spectrum in both the school setting and home. I have experience working with newborns, toddlers, elementary aged children, middle school and high school aged children. I love the creativity and silliness that comes when working with...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Hailey is wonderful! we met her last year when she was a sub for my nanny for a week and connected well with my children immediately. She has come back multiple times to help with babysitting on the weekends and we love her! My kids are always excited to see her....
Julia V.
5.0
(3)
Hello!
My name is Elizabeth. I am a energetic, loving nanny who absolutely adores children! I have a passion for child care and love helping families! I aim to bring positivity, love, and creativity into the house of my nanny family.
I do my best to go the extra mile. I love finding age appropriate activities to do with my...
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My kids were so happy when I got home, and they even asked for her again! She is definitely doing something right."
Hannah S.
5.0
(3)
Hi my name is Marisol I go by Mari for short. I'm a mother of a 15year 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,...
Marisol can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Greetings! I am a current high school Special Education teacher with experience teaching adolescents on the autism spectrum and children with ADHD, cognitive impairments, learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, and sensory processing disorders. My teenage daughter has cerebral palsy and is visually impaired and is...
5.0
"I wish I could give Martina 10 stars! From the moment we interviewed, she was so respectful and knowledgeable about caring for people with special needs. Martina is so kind, thoughtful and fun! My brother has enjoyed several days with his "new friend" as he now...
Melissa D.
5.0
(5)
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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Kind, compassionate, hard worker, goes above and beyond "
Care member
Michelle K.
Park Ridge, IL
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(1)
My experience includes two years working with adults with physical and mental disabilities including TBI's, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, and Down Syndrome in a group home setting. I have also worked with children with Autism and have experience in behavior therapy.
5.0
"Erica is reliable and always shows up on time. She's been working for six months with my autistic daughter and things have gone really smoothly. She's confident and comfortable with special needs kids"
Laurence L.
Jennifer K.
Chicago, IL
$40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Exciting-Reliable-Kind Caregiver Looking To Curate Exceptional Experiences
5.0
(8)
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, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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...
Care member
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Skokie, IL
Klimentina G.
5.0
I highly recommend Kilmentina, she is very reliable and absolutely wonderful with my two boys aged 9 and 5. She has a lot of patience and my boys love her, literally begs me to have her watch them all the time. Anyone would be lucky to have her as their sitter.
- Traci B.
Jhan I.
5.0
Jhan was very engaged in helping care for your child. My child enjoyed her helping us.
As with anyone helping with care-giving of your child, make sure you are very clear on what you expect, as well as do's and don't, as far as addressing it up front, and guidance towards that.
She did a great...
- Maryam A.
Mary S.
5.0
I have know Mary for 7 years! She is a kind and loving person and has a big heart for everyone. She is an specialist in home care. She loves to cook and care for the home. She is an expert in care of children. She is from a big family and has been a big support and help for her mom with her younger...
- Bernadette S.
Bongi M.
5.0
Bongi has been awesome! Would highly recommend her!! She’s very professional and always on time!
- Care member
Amber F.
5.0
Amber was awesome! We were sad to hear she was moving back home and could no longer regularly sit. We will miss her!
- Amanda S.
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