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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Tinley Park, IL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Tinley Park, IL

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Janice B.


Tinley Park, IL

$17-21/hr • 7 yrs exp

Caregiver/Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am looking to help people care for their children while they are working. I am a mother of 3 grown children and I have been working with students with special needs for about 7 years. I have a big family and love being the fun aunt to my young nieces and nephews. We love to do crafts, go to the zoo, swim, plays games,...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Janice has been with us for almost a year. She watches my 1 year old since he was a newborn while I went to work as a nurse. She is very flexible and dependable. She follows directions precisely and is great with kids. She has her own vehicle which is a mini...

Angela K.

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Emma M.


Tinley Park, IL

$15/hr • 2 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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Linda N.


Tinley Park, IL

$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Can Help With Special Needs.

I have experience with quadriplegic individuals and Autistic youths. Just spell out the circumstances and I will let you know if I'm able to help. I'm happy to give you peace of mind.
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Kelcey B.


Tinley Park, IL

$40-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kelcey and I have a bachelor's degree in special education and a master's degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis with an emphasis in autism. With about 17 years of professional experience, I have provided services as a babysitter, caretaker, DSP, tutor, special educator, RBT, and BCBA in residential, community,...
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Vanessa A.


Tinley Park, IL

$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Vanessa. I am a former special education teacher that has experience with neurodivergent children with various needs. I have also been a nanny for families who have had children with physical needs. I enjoy doing daily tasks with my friends and keeping an upbeat atmosphere. I'm reliable and have a deep...
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Joyce S.


Tinley Park, IL

$22-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Paraprofessional

Hi, I currently work with students in a classroom for special needs students including autism and developmental disabilities. I am looking for a new opportunity helping others part time in their home. I have 9 years of experience with care and school settings. Thank you.
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Alyssa I.


Tinley Park, IL

$19-22/hr

Hi My Name Is Alyssa And I Live In Tinley Park.

I don't want to boast about my experience because honestly I don't have too much. I have worked with many special needs students through school clubs and activities and am currently studying to be a special education teacher! I am a great listener and a fast learner.
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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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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...
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Jill S.


Tinley Park, IL

$20-39/hr • 10 yrs exp

Trustworthy FUN Teacher, Game Creator & Care-taker For Children Of All Ages

Hello! I have 37+ years exp. in professional Childcare. I was a Nanny for several families w/ ages ranging from 0-18 yrs. I was a teacher at a private academy for classes of 25-2 & 3 yr. olds, kindergarten & kids w/ special needs. Kids gravitate towards me, as I speak their language & understand their social, behavioral &...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Rashida M.


Tinley Park, IL

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

My Experience In Childcare

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am dedicated childcare professional with over four years of experience in both daycare and elementary school settings. Since beginning my career in 2019, I hat served as a teacher's aide in daycare environments, fostering a nurturing and educational atmosphere for early childhood development. Transitioning to elementary...
Rashida can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Linda N.


Tinley Park, IL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of foster care experience. I have 4 children, 31, 28, 20 and 19. I have worked with special needs and Autistic children. I am also Montessori trained. I would like to care for your child part time in my home, perhaps sharing time with a grandparent. School teachers preferred! Let's talk.
Linda can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah W.


Tinley Park, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, Families

Hi, families my name is Sarah and I have been caring for children since I was young. I have cared for infants-teenagers and also children with special needs. I am able to change diapers, naptime, light household tasks, run errands, read books, arts and crafts, go on walks, play at the park and help keep your children safe and...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Maria S.


Tinley Park, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 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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Bonniejean M.


Mokena, IL

$22-24/hr • 9 yrs exp

Nanny/ Caregiver / Special Needs/ Organizer

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My personality: Joyful and outgoing. I'm a nurturer being caring, supportive, compassionate and patient. I'm a nanny and caregiver. I love working as a Nanny. This is very rewarding for me. I help children build social skills and character as well. I like working with kids because kids' rock! They are unique because each and...
Bonniejean can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Bonnie is absolutely wonderful with our daughter! We are very pleased with her and are lucky we found her! She is kind, patient, friendly, outgoing, and very caring!! She spends a lot of time doing hands on activities with our daughter! She is learning so much each...

Stephanie D.

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Rita C.


Alsip, IL

$28/hr • 9 yrs exp

Ability Coach & Support Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love my job! What I love most are the amazing people I get to work with. I have over 10 years experience working with students and clients with multiple abilities and diagnoses. I have worked as a paid employee and volunteer for school districts, special need cooperatives and adult service providers. This has given me...
5.0
"Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her tenure with our family. She is trustworthy, pleasant to be around, and is wonderful with kiddos. I strongly...

Charles S.

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Laura M.


Frankfort, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been an ICU nurse for 13yrs, but with a move across the country 2x, and no bachelor's degree, I was only able to find a job as a private home care nurse. And I fell in love with it!! I have cared for 2 special needs children in their home, including g-tube feedings, CPAP mask, nebulizers, etc.
5.0
"Laura is a compassionate and caring nurse. I trusted her with my special needs children from the start. She always did things the way I instructed, but wasn't afraid to make suggestions. Works very well independently, and gave me the peace of mind I needed as a...

Keri M.

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Kimberly R.


Thornton, IL

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have had both the pleasure and honor of being a nanny/babysitter for the past 15 years. My experience is with children ranging from newborn to 12 years old in a home setting. Most recently I have been caring for a special needs child on the autism spectrum for the past 3 1/2 years who just turned 6 years old. I considered him...
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kimberly watched my son as a nanny/babysitter for years. She is reliable and takes her job very seriously. This is just not a 'job' to her, this is a career to her. Highly recommend her services. She is awesome with children of all ages!"

Mike M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tinley Park, IL

Janice B.

5.0

Janice has been with us for almost a year. She watches my 1 year old since he was a newborn while I went to work as a nurse. She is very flexible and dependable. She follows directions precisely and is great with kids. She has her own vehicle which is a mini van which would be nice for families...

- Angela K.

Bonniejean M.

5.0

Bonnie has been watching our special needs daughter for several months. She is prompt and professional. Our daughter is always very excited when she comes over because Bonnie us always ready to play and have fun. Bonnie is kind, happy and flexible

- Care member

Rita C.

5.0

Rita is a very calm, competent, and dependable caregiver. She very capably managed many challenging incidents with our special needs son during her tenure with our family. She is trustworthy, pleasant to be around, and is wonderful with kiddos. I strongly recommend her for any caregiver...

- Charles S.

Laura M.

5.0

Laura is a compassionate and caring nurse. I trusted her with my special needs children from the start. She always did things the way I instructed, but wasn't afraid to make suggestions. Works very well independently, and gave me the peace of mind I needed as a parent knowing I could leave my...

- Keri M.

Kimberly R.

5.0

Kim was absolutely wonderful with my son. She is extremely loving, reliable, and flexible. After, 3 1/2 years we considered her part of our family. We miss her terribly and would hire her again if she moved back to sunny Arizona!

- Andrea G.

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