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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Tinley Park, IL

The average rate is $16/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Tinley Park, IL

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Kimberly R.


Thornton, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Career Homemaker And Experienced Babysitter Available For Full-Time Employment

5.0

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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, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Yanira N.


New Lenox, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother

I have nannied & babysat for several families. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my review from the previous family I nannied for. I am also a US Veteran and mother of two boys (4yrs & 19-month-old).
Yanira can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Our family had the pleasure of employing Yanira as a full time nanny for our daughter. She did an amazing job and was truly an extension of our family. Yanira was always punctual, dependable and arrived daily with high energy. She always put our daughters safety...

Carrie J.

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Asia B.


Flossmoor, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Strong Passion For Children And Families

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

First, I would like to thank you for viewing my profile. I am pleased to tell you that I am a personable and reliable nanny with 10+ years' progressive experience in providing child care and early childhood development. I worked as a Lead Teacher with all age groups at a daycare for 4 years all whilst nannying for multiple...
Asia can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"We interviewed Asia for a nanny position recently. Ultimately our family care plans changed however I was super impressed with Asia's professionalism, energy, knowledge, and over warm friendly feeling she gives to others around her. I think she would make a great...

Liz C.

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Eileen K.


Worth, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A Caring, Loving Person Who Gives Dependable Help

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a lot of experience with children of all ages. Some with autism, muscular dystrophy, down syndrome, etc. I have been a caregiver for over 19years and I'm a mom of three.
5.0
"I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day! "

Patrick D.

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Carrie S.


Homer Glen, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Caregiver Available Full-Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
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Lexi B.


Frankfort, IL

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced With 3 Years Of Special Education Children/adults

I have babysat for many years and currently I work with students with special needs (18-21-year-old) I have a passion for helping others and I enjoy working with special needs children/adults!
Lexi can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kayshana B.


Harvey, IL

$15-20/hr10 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
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Verlisa B.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr

I Have 5 Years Of Experience With Children With With Special Needs.

My Child Care Provider responsibilities included overseeing the basic schedule of special needs children, conducting activities, and supporting other staff members as needed.
Verlisa can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

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Briana R.


Country Club Hills, IL

$18-25/hr

Helping Professional

Hello, my name is Briana and I am 24 years old. I have four years of experience in baby sitting and care taking. I am experienced in working with individuals with special needs as well as mental, physical, intellectual, and developmental challenges. I graduated from Northern Illinois University in 2022 and received my bachelor's...
Briana can also help with: Errands, dementia, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning
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Chelsea H.


New Lenox, IL

$17/hr2 yrs exp

Friend Shaped Sitter, Ready To Bring Joy

Hello! I go by Cameron, and I'm an experienced childcare provider, both in personal and professional settings. I've done daycare work, lifeguarding, summer camp counseling, and individual family childcare. I'm very outgoing, and have many fun activities I can provide to give a wonderful experience to the kiddos in you life. I...
Chelsea can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Alexia F.


Mokena, IL

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I love kids, so much so that I went to school for Early Childhood Special Education. I took the American Red Cross Babysitters Course over 15 years ago and have been babysitting and working in childcare centers and schools on and off since then. I have cared for children age 3 months to 12 years old, both boys and girls. I love...
Alexia can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Toni D.


Frankfort, IL

$34/hr10 yrs exp

Dear Prospective Family

My name is Toni. I have worked as a babysitter from middle school through high school. While in my early hs and college years I cleaned homes, I babysat in my early 20s then got a job I absolutely love, working with developmentally disabled adults (I'm still there pt) I have worked with this company the past 24 years and...
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Sarah Z.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

SCI RN

Hi! My name is Sarah and I am currently a registered nurse at Hines VA Hospital in the spinal cord unit. I have been a nurse for three years and I have been on the spinal cord unit for two and a half years. I currently work the night shift so I have a very variable schedule. I am trying to say up for a wedding so I am looking to...
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Bailey C.


Palos Heights, IL

$10-25/hr

Leader Of Special Olympics

I was the leader of Special Olympics for three years. This event was designed to hold time trials for athletes to compete for a chance to go onto the Special Olympic Games. If the athletes times, scores or throws qualified, the athlete would then move onto the next stage. My job was to help organize the event, and make sure the...
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Morgan W.


Alsip, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

I worked as a Line Therapist for Wisconsin Early Autism Project for a year and a half. I worked with children of varying skill levels.
I have cared for children with SPD and cerebral palsy along with feeding tubes, etc. I believe all children should be involved in every activity possible no matter their disabilities. It takes patience and love to care for our little ones. Please feel free to message me if you'd like a sitter for your loved one.
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Heidi K.


Matteson, IL

$13-31/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care, Senior Care, Pets Care And Special Needs.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

CHILD CARE and Senior care provider. 40 plus years experience. Cooking, cleaning. Pet care 45 years experience. Day hours only part time. Yearly Flu shots and 6 Covid vaccines and RSV vaccine. Companionship. Used to be medical tech. Experience with tracheotomy and special care needs. TRANSPORTATION ALSO. Experience 3 seniors...
Heidi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Verlisa B.


Chicago, IL

$10-30/hr

Senior Elderly Care , Home Cleaning And Organizing

I am very passionate about supporting and caring for others in need. It is very rewarding and therapeutic to have witness my seniors and special needs clients joys of life. I have over 10 years of experience with working with seniors and special needs children.
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Raygen M.


Chicago, IL

$25-39/hr6 yrs exp

I am a loving, caring home health aide who takes immense pride in providing compassionate care to elderly and special need individuals. I genuinely love what I do and it reflects in every aspect of my work. When I interact with my residents/clients I strive to create an environment filled with warmth, understanding, and empathy....
Raygen can also help with: Meal prep, errands, companionship, light cleaning, transportation
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Lauren C.


Frankfort, IL

$20-35/hr9 yrs exp

Fun, Engaging, Highly Trained Sitter

Hello, my name is Lauren, and I am 30 years old. I currently work as a paraprofessional in a special needs school with elementary aged children. Prior to that, I worked as a nurse for about 5 years. I have worked in the ICU, cardiology, mental health, and operating room. I am looking for something for occasional evenings or...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Tinley Park, IL

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.

Yanira N.

5.0

Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others.

- marvin D.

Asia B.

5.0

Asia is a very compassionate and caring individual. She was a companion for my 91 year old mother that was recently diagnosed with dementia. She engaged my mother in conversation and activities. They had discussions that my mother loved. My mother not only had a caregiver that assisted her but a...

- Mary W.

Eileen K.

5.0

I hired Eileen to help take me to an outpatient procedure and ensure I was ok after. She was punctual, extremely professional and helped make it a very easy day!

- Patrick D.

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