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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Thornton, IL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Thornton, IL

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Kayshana B.


Harvey, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Ready And Available

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I am Kayshana B. I dedicated over 10 years to working with children, specializing in special needs and medical assistance. I believe that children are our future. So however I can assist in reading writing playing etc.
Kayshana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
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Sivana N.


Dolton, IL

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

I have strong communication skills and patience. I also have a creative mind and a passion for expanding the minds of children, I have superb organization skills and I would consider myself a people person. I have experience working with children in many different circumstances. Im currently an RBT I work with children with...
Sivana can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jane P.


Lansing, IL

$20/hr2 yrs exp

As a caregiver with two years of experience, I am passionate about supporting families and providing a reliable childcare option that allows parents peace of mind. My friendly and approachable demeanor puts children at ease, and I take pride in ensuring open communication with parents about their child's day. Equipped with...
Jane can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Camesha S.


Munster, IN

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

SMILE CREATOR

I have 7years of experience. I can help with Travel and Grocery Shopping. I love kids I have 12 siblings. I have twin nieces who are 5 years old . I'm reliable. I work with special needs at a school right now and I love it. I started to love watching kids when I found out my sister has special needs . I just found it made me so...
Camesha can also help with: Travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Debra T.


Midlothian, IL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Professional In Special Needs Individuals, Elderly, Children. Positive, Energetic, Clean

Have excellent training, licensed, background checked, and years of experience. Have training in physical therapy, chocking, CPR, emergency First Aid. Great references. I am reliable, cheerful, Christian values, and enjoy helping others. Also experience with disabled. Call me if you or your family need the best of care ! Thank...
I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver with five years of hands-on experience providing personalized support to individuals of all ages, including those with special needs. As a parent and caregiver within my own family, I bring a deep understanding of the importance of patience, empathy, and attentiveness in providing...
Mizanur can also help with: Errands, live-in home care, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
My name is Kellice B. im currently a freshmen at Xavier University of Lousiana. Born in raised in Chicago, IL im currently 18 years old and looking to be a care taker I have two years of unpaid experience with special needs children and look forward to working with all children and building my experience.
Kellice can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Lakeia P.


Crete, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have fostered children from the ages of three months to 16 years of age, ran a summer camp with ages prek to 7th grade, trained and certified with medical and behavior children. I was a respite worker for children with cerebral palsy, ADHD, autism and alcohol fetal syndrome for 10 years.
Dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs through compassion, understanding, and meaningful connections. Advocate for inclusivity and empowerment.
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Diane S.


Tinley Park, IL

$15-19/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiving

I've raised my 4 children and took care of nothing parents .. my father lived with me fir 10 years and I cared for his needs as a quadriplegic and my mother had diabetes and dialysis.. I cared for children as a nanny fir many years . I've cared for alzheimer patienrs and several senior care assignments . I'm very compassionate...
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Melissa R.


Crete, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/babysitter

Hello my name is Melissa. I'm 32 years old with 15+ years of experience, newborn-16. I am very comfortable with all the experiences which come with taking care of children, including special needs. I have spent several years working in Childcare with 3 families in particular long term. I realized once I had my own kids, the...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I've been a care provider for the past 10 years. I am currently on team to get my RBT and have worked in clinical and residential settings with children who have behavioral issues, medical issues, and mental delays.
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Michelle N.


Oak Forest, IL

$18-22/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Seeking Welcoming Family

Hello, my name is Michelle and I am 27 years old. Below is a few things about myself! - 9+ years experience in the ECE Field - Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certified - Fully Vaccinated - Non Smoker - Clean Driving Record - Infant/Toddler CDA - Experience working with twins, children with special needs & sibling groups - In addition...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Molly R.


Tinley Park, IL

$14-20/hr3 yrs exp

Love Being Around And Helping Kids!! They Brighten My Day

I have always had a passion for working with and helping kids of various ages. I truly love making a difference in the lives of others and impacting those lives in any way that I can. I currently work as a paraprofessional (teacher's assistant) with special needs students. I have been doing this job for 3 years now and am also...
Molly can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

I have experience in providing nanny services in the past for a lovely family while they were awaiting a opening spot for their child at a Montessori school. I have experience caring for children from infancy to high school. I also have caregiving experience with adults and adults with special needs. I am CPR trained as well,...
JeNeane can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Karen R.


Crete, IL

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part - Time

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am looking for someone that is in need of my assistance. I have experience helping all types of ages with different backgrounds. I have a reliable transportation and love pets! I am a very positive person, and I can take on several task at a time. I am easy to talk to and love doing crafty things.
I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
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Katie B.


Tinley Park, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

CPR And First Aid Certified Child Care Provider

Hi! I am currently a special education teacher at a local school district. I teach grades K-5 throughout the day and focus on reading, writing, math, and social emotional learning. I also taught 2nd and 3rd grade general education for four years. Prior to working in the public schools, I worked at a therapeutic day school for...
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Emma M.


Tinley Park, IL

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I found my passion in working with the special needs population when I was 17 years old. Since then, I have worked with many abilities and ages in a variety of settings-everything from school, home, and recreation. I have experience working with autism and down syndrome individuals as well. I have spent a lot of time...
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Maria S.


Tinley Park, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Vailable For Companionship, House Keeping And Meal Preparation

I'm a very patient, honest with a great personality. I have many years or experience on housekeeping and caring for senior and kids include special need Childrens.

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