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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Westchester, IL

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Westchester, IL

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Crystal S.


Berwyn, IL

$23/hr5 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started Child development during my second year or high school. In which I would create weekly lesson plans. Summer break of my junior year I was in a summer program where I would go to Rush Hospital and learn about asthma, breast cancer, and other medical conditions. Go back to boys and girls club and teach younger children...
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Deborah G.


La Grange Park, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

I am a Mom of a. grown daughter with special needs looking to help other families. I know how difficult it is to find someone dependable and comfortable with different diagnoses.
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Carrie G.


Berwyn, IL

$15-25/hr

Part Time Care Giver

My patience and love for children is why I am interested in caring for kids with and without special needs. I have raised my daughter who had some issues and also worked caring for 3 kids last year and the 1 child had issues and had to get serious counseling.
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Brittani F.


Chicago, IL

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

I currently have my BA in Psychology and a minor in Women and Gender Studies. This April I will began my grad program to receive my degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Northwestern University. I have worked with children for over 10 years. I enjoy assisting them in reaching developmental milestones and fun crafts. I am a...
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Laura B.


Justice, IL

$19-30/hr3 yrs exp

Caregiver

I am 28 years old outgoing, charismatic widowed women with no children, but I have 10 years of experience doing childcare. I was a teacher for a non for profit organization for 2 years. I worked at a daycare before covid hit and had to be laid off due to them closing down because of the lockdown. I was a nanny for a 7-month-old...
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Christina H.


La Grange Park, IL

$20-34/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher Looking To Help A Family For Date Night Babysitting And Overnight Babysitting.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Chrissy I am a preschool teacher of 10 years. I have a child development associates and I am CPR certified. I am also gateway certified and dcfs certified. I have multitude of training! I have experience with g tube feeding also for special needs families. I look forward to meeting you and helping your family...
Christina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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"Chrissy did an amazing job with our two boys. We were here from out of town, staying at a hotel, and she watched them while we interviewed for 2 days. She came with a bag of activities, art kits, soccer balls and granola bars! She took my kids out to play, to a...

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Barbara J.


Chicago, IL

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

We Have To Respect Elderly People.

A dedicated and compassionate caregiver with a strong background in providing care for individuals with special needs. Experienced in assisting those with dementia and stroke patients. Proficient in both Polish and English. **Professional Experience:** *Caregiver (Lake in the Hills, IL). Dates: 2/2021-8/2023. - Offered...
Barbara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, personal care, errands
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Rose R.


Bridgeview, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Special Needs Care.

Hi! My name is Rose. I have been in home healthcare for over 10 years. I've worked with both children and adults with disabilities. I have lots of experience but I never pass up a chance to learn something new as well. I grew up caring for my disabled sister and continued to do so for 7 years after she became an adult. She is...
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Selena M.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

About Me:

I am a 21-year-old graduate student at Saint Louis University in PT school. I have 4 years of nannying and babysitting experience with toddlers and children with special needs!
Selena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Katie H.


Lombard, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I like working with kids because kids are the best, plain and simple! I love watching kids learn and grow. No 2 days are ever the same when it comes to kids, and that keeps things interesting. I have over 20 years of experience as I started working with kids when I was a teenager. I have experience with newborns all the...
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Alia T.


Berwyn, IL

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have spent the last 7 years working with all different ages of children. I currently work at a local preschool. I also have worked with children who need extra assistance and who are special needs. I love seeing children learn and grow. Being hands on and teaching them through play is one of my mottos. Having a routine and...
Alia can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
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Khadijah B.


Chicago, IL

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Enthusiastic Sitter Ready To Be Active And Have Fun With Your Kiddo!

Hello everyone, my name is Khadijah, and I have a passion for working with children! I have worked with infants to late teens, including children with special needs and behavioral issues. I have experience working at a daycare, behavioral hospital, and in school/home settings. I am comfortable working with several children at a...
As a nurturing caregiver with four years of experience, I am passionate about fostering a positive and enriching environment for children to grow and thrive. My patient and calm nature allows me to connect with children on a meaningful level, while my creativity and imagination fuel our playtime with educational games and...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Natalie R.


Justice, IL

$17-50/hr3 yrs exp

Full Package!

Hi there! I'm a very responsible, caring and experienced medical student who can help you with almost everything you might need! I have roughly 3 years or more of experience babysitting special need's and non-special need's children. I have experience watching multiple children of various ages. I am lightly skilled in ASL to...
Natalie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Minna I.


Oak Park, IL

$22-35/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny/Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Minna, thank you for taking the time to view my profile! I have been babysitting for about 8+ years now. I have babysat from ages 1-17 including special needs children. I do light housekeeping, prepare quick meals, take children outdoors, etc. Some fun facts about me: I am a 23-year-old recent college graduate...
Minna can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

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Felicia C.


Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

I recently left my teaching position at an accredited Montessori school where I was in a 0-3 early childhood program. Within the 5 years I was there id like to say I have perfected the art of potty training. I'd love to be able to bring all the knowledge I've gathered within my time there and the many years of infant/ toddler...
Felicia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Karla V.


Chicago, IL

$16-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hi I am Karla I have worked with different families including kids with special needs. Some of the support I offer includes but not limited to feeding, showering, etc.
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Kayla N.


Elmhurst, IL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kayla and I am a student in healthcare and a expecting mother to be. I have experience with CPR and first aid training as that's something I practice at work. As the oldest sister to my six younger siblings, including one that is special needs I have ''too'' much experience in childcare! I'm looking to...
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sharon C.


La Grange, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs children and adults in the past. Special needs hold the key to the pure joy of what life is really about.
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Isabelle M.


Oak Park, IL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hello! My name is Isabelle and I have experience in childcare and adult caretaking services. I have worked in a daycare, as a nanny, and as a certified nursing assistant in an assisted living facility and memory care facility. I have experience with children from 3 months to high school, including those with special needs. In...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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