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Candace W.

Nanny

South Elgin, IL

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
I raised my own children, my son (33) and my daughter (23). Over the past 20 years, I have served as a toddler teacher, and home-daycare provider, and served 4 different families as a nanny for the last decade. I also have experience working with people with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy working with...

Care Member says "We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are home from...

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South Elgin, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I just graduated from the University of Tampa and am living at home this summer before starting graduate school in August . I am an occupational therapy student so I have extensive experience working with children with special needs. I am the oldest of three and have been taking care of my younger siblings my whole life....
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South Elgin, IL

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I am a recent graduate of Truman State University with a double major in Communication Disorders and Psychology as well as a minor in disability studies. I am taking a gap year before applying to graduate school and am looking for opportunities to babysit/care-give during the 2024 to 2025 school year! I have several years of...
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Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care

Bartlett, IL

5.0(1)
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$21/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...

Christina K. says "Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I...

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Fun And Professional Nanny/babysitter With 8 Years Of Experience & A College Degree

Schaumburg, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have been lucky enough to work with many children ages ranging from 6 months to 13 years! I have a degree from Marquette University and am bilingual in English and Spanish. I have 8 years of paid experience and have had the opportunity to work with children ranging from 6 months to 13 years. Most recently I worked as a before...

Peter And Amy H. says "Elyse worked for us last year, and managed the after-school/evening chaos for my three children, ages 12, 9, and 6. She was always on time, drove...

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Part-time Caregiver

Gilberts, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi Parents! I'm Brooke, a loving and dependable nanny with 8+ years of full-time experience and 3 years as a newborn night nanny. I'm CPR-certified, a pediatric occupational therapy graduate, and have worked with children from newborn through preteen-including multiples, special needs, severe allergies, and asthma. I'm patient,...

nicole M. says "She is dependable and can always bring a smile to someone's face! She is a hard worker and loves kids and cares so well for them. "

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Nanny

West Chicago, IL

4.3(1)
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$10/hr
8 years experience
Travel
Hello! My name is Jackie, I am 21 years old and currently live in West Chicago! I have been a nanny for the past year and a half, and have babysat for different families since I was 12 years old, including various ages from newborn to teenagers along with different special needs. I speak English fluently and took 6 years of...

Gabriella C. says "Jackie was so helpful! I always came home to a clean house with dishes done and the vacuum ran. She came up with fun games for the kids to play. She...

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Carol Stream, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello all, My name is Amanda and I am a Certified Newborn Care Specialist and Career Nanny. I have five years experience as a private nanny. Additionally, I have two years experience teaching preschool publicly, one of which I was a Director. I have cared for children from birth to 12 years, and those with a variety of special...

Katheryn M. says "Amanda was a thoughtful, knowledgeable, and responsible caregiver for my 6 mo baby when she cared for H 2 full days and made a huge difference in that...

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Part Time Caregiver

Geneva, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently an Early Childhood Special Education teacher who has worked with both typically developing children and children with additional needs including autism, social communication disorder, down syndrome, speech delays, developmental delays and OHI.
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Saint Charles, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I truly enjoy helping all populations, Seniors, Children and special need clients. I have experience working with all listed above.
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Amanda G.

Carol Stream, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello all, I have two years experience caring for children with special needs, including autism, epilepsy, and ADHD. I use doctor recommended strategies and techniques to provide emotional and physical support to my clients and their families. I look forward to meeting with you!

Julia O. says "We hired Amanda as our full time nanny to watch our son when he was 8mo old. It was our first nanny experience so we didn't know what to expect, and now we...

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Special Needs RN Available

Schaumburg, IL

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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Personal care
hospice services
dementia
respite care
visiting nurse
I am a compassionate and dependable nurse, I have been working in a hospital in Michigan for 3 years, just recently moved to Illinois. In the past, I also worked in a nursing home and home care for 3 years too. I pride myself in the ability to adapt to any situation and learn new skills quickly. I have assisted clients/patients...
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Saint Charles, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
First and foremost I am a mom of 5 children 4 stepchildren, and 4 dogs . I truly love children and all animals. . As a childcare provider with a decade of experience, I am passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. My COLLEGE DEGREE, CPR training, and First Aid certification, coupled with my calm and creative...
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Bartlett, IL

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$18/hr
15 years experience
Hello! Thank you for reading my bio! I'd love to help in some capacity if you're open to bringing your little one to my bartlett home. I know finding and trusting someone to take of your whole world is extremely stressful and worrisome. Rest assured, I will take care of your little one as if they are my own. I'm a mom myself so...
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Bartlett, IL

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Ashley and I am looking for a part time or full time nanny position. This past year I was a live-in caregiver for my grandma who had pancreatic cancer. I managed her medications, took her to doctor's appointments, and cooked and cleaned for my grandparents. Unfortunately, she has passed away and l'm looking to...
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Caregiver

Roselle, IL

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
I have truly enjoyed working as a caregiver for seniors or special needs for around 8 years. I am a patient, empathetic, respectful person who values honesty and compassion. It is very important to me to do my best in my work.
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Saint Charles, IL

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a mom myself! Nanny/babysitter for many families over the years. Worked in a children center at a gym. Completed college coursework for early childhood education as well as special education. Volunteer for Fox Valley Special Recreation. Personal support worker for a young adult with special needs. I have been living in...
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Hanover Park, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
Patient Care Technician and Caregiver with over 10 years of experience providing quality care to patients. Experienced in performing basic medical tasks and assisting with patient needs. Committed to providing excellent customer service and maintaining a safe and comfortable environment. I also have experience with working with...
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Geneva, IL

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Bringing joy and nurturing care to children is my passion. My three years of experience working with kids aged newborn to 11, including those with special needs, have solidified my desire to help families. I am comfortable caring for up to four children. I create a fun and engaging environment through outdoor sports, board...
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Babysitter Available

Geneva, IL

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$10/hr
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
I recently graduated with my master's degree in speech-language pathology. I am looking to babysit during the summer before beginning work at a school in the fall. I have babysat children between the ages of 11 months and 6 years. I am also experienced with children who have special needs. I enjoy doing arts and crafts and...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $22.00/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in South Elgin, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in South Elgin, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Candace W.

We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are...

- Care member

Tracy S.

Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family...

- Christina K.

Elyse M.

Elyse worked for us last year, and managed the after-school/evening chaos for my three children, ages 12, 9, and 6. She was always on time,...

- Peter And Amy H.

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