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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 April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Thornton, IL

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Rachel G.


Munster, IN

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

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I love being around children. I have worked at a special needs pediatric clinic, was a daycare teacher for 2 years, and continue to work with the special needs population.
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Kayshana B.


Harvey, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Ready And Available

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, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
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Sivana N.


Dolton, IL

$15-20/hr • 3 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: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jane P.


Lansing, IL

$20/hr • 2 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, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Camesha S.


Munster, IN

$10-15/hr • 7 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, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Debra T.


Midlothian, IL

$23/hr • 10 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...
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Taylor F.


Chicago, IL

$24-36/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

I am the oldest child, so I was always watching my siblings growing up. I always love to be around kids as they can teach you so much, and they're so funny and creative. I started babysitting for neighbors and relatives when I was around 14 years old and have continued over the years, so I have roughly 14 years of experience. My...
Taylor can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

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Mizanur R.


Highland, IN

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

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: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands
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Juanita C.


Chicago Heights, IL

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs through compassion, understanding, and meaningful connections. Advocate for inclusivity and empowerment.
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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Diane S.


Tinley Park, IL

$15-19/hr • 10 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...
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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Melissa R.


Crete, IL

$20/hr • 10 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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Faith G.


Midlothian, IL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Patient, Cheerful, Experienced Child Care Provider

I have been a teacher for eight years full time, and am looking for part-time work in baby-sitting while I return to graduate school. I have extensive experience with children with special needs including Autism, seizure disorders, cognitive impairments, etc. I love working with children of all ages and abilities.
Faith can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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JeNeane D.


Tinley Park, IL

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

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, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Tanisha B.


Tinley Park, IL

$18-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Get To Know Tee!

I'd describe my personality as silly and creative yet serious when need to be. I like working with kids because they make me happy. They are hilarious, imaginative, honest, silly. I really couldn't imagine doing anything else! I'm looking for a job that makes me happy and that allows me to help children. I started working...
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Karen R.


Crete, IL

$17-25/hr • 6 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.
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Barb D.


Midlothian, IL

$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mom of 5, CPR and first aid certified. Injury prevention certified, CNA, child passenger safety technician/instructor/certified safe travel for children with special needs.
Barb can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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/hr • 10 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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