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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Westmont, IL

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Westmont, IL

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Isabel M.


Darien, IL

$15-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've had a lot of experience with young kids, last summer I was a nanny for two boys. I have been babysitting for almost 5 years now and have had experience with babysitting special needs kids. I've watched up to 4 kids at a time. I enjoy keeping the kids active and try to keep them away from electronics. I know a lot of good...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Hope M.


Wheaton, IL

$19-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced Summer Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Hope M :) I have plenty of experience in childcare, both professionally and from years of volunteer work. I'm also able to clean, do meal prep, take care of pets... I'm very flexible. I'm a quick learner, so I'm sure I could learn to do anything! I've been hired by SeekingSitters, a nannying company. I've also...
Hope can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Justyna L.


La Grange, IL

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Responsible Nanny

Hello:) My name is Justyna and I love children. For the past 20 years I have been working as a regular babysitter, household manager as well as a special needs nanny. I'm very punctual, responsible, easy going person with great communication skills.
Justyna can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Paige M.


Wheaton, IL

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi ! My names paige . I'm 23 years old and I have 10+ years of experience. i'm a community college student. My hobbies include anything where i'm active . I'm the oldest of 5 brothers and sisters. I have experience with special needs , tutoring , and ages newborn to 15yr . I am available for school pick up's, grocery runs , meal...
Paige can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Frannie J.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

After School And Evening Nanny!

Hello! I have been babysitting for families with children ages newborn to pre-teen for about 10 years. I currently works as a paraprofessional in a special education classroom at the high school level. I am also pursuing my Masters of Special Education degree to become a Special Education teacher which I will finish up in May...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Laurie. I worked as an RN on a post surgical unit for 13 years. The last 4 years while working as RN I was the assistant manager of the post surgical floor. A couple of years ago I resigned to provide full time care to my 3 special needs children. I have absolutely loved being home with my children! But as time...
Laurie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Jill C.


Naperville, IL

$15-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Thoughtful, Responsible Care Giver

I am a responsible adult, capable of caring for seniors and special needs adults. I am a big fan of eating healthy and being active. I base my life around my faith and feel the care of a anyone in need is both an honor and a privilege. I can be trusted and have reliable references. I have a working, insured automobile. I have...
Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
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Jordan F.


Lisle, IL

$27-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'm a school social worker with a passion for nurturing and supporting children's growth and development. With three years of experience caring for children of various ages, I have the expertise to create a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for your child. My patient and calm demeanor, coupled with my creativity and...
Jordan can also help with: Light cleaning
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Jamie R.


Naperville, IL

$20-29/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked in licensed childcare facilities for about 7 years as a lead teacher, assistant director and director. In these facilities I cared for children 6 weeks to 12 years of age. I have also been a nanny for many families as well as have extensive babysitting experience. I am comfortable with caring for multiple children,...
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Myla C.


Naperville, IL

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Myla, I am currently a sophomore at Illinois State University. I am looking for a summer job and have very open availability from early May to middle of August. I am very open to babysit for any family! Most of my experience working with kids stems from my job as a kids team member at Lifetime. This has allowed me to...
Myla can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Anna P.


Wheaton, IL

$18-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

About Me!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm a 22-year-old recent college graduate from Ohio State University. I am currently working full-time as a pediatric behavioral therapist before beginning graduate school this upcoming fall for occupational therapy! I am fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as well as First Aid/CPR certified for both children and adults. I have...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Peggy M.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$18-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Love To Engage With Differently Able Individuals

I began my nursing career at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, worked for many years for home care agencies including as an in service Educator and have worked the last 15 years for a local school district as a Classroom Nurse working with disabled students directly in the classroom. I have worked with individuals young...
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Megan F.


Riverside, IL

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Caregiver Available

I graduated with a degree in Recreation Therapy from Georgia Southern in 2017. Since graduating, I have been a 1:1 paraprofessional for a 16-year-old student with Down syndrome, a therapy aid at a therapeutic preschool and kindergarten for kids with Autism and Down syndrome, a special recreation coordinator for teens & adults,...
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Jenavieve P.


Lisle, IL

$20-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Dedicated Care Provider

Hi! I'm Jena, a dedicated caregiver with hands-on experience as a paraprofessional and a strong educational foundation in special education, having completed the coursework portion of a master's degree in the field. My background has equipped me with the skills to provide individualized support, foster growth, and create...
I have lots of experience with special needs children. My little brother and cousin have autism, my niece has Down syndrome and my other little cousin has ADHD. I have personal experience, but I also want to go to school to become a special needs teacher. As of right now, I work as an assistant teacher in an elementary school....
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Nijole B.


Downers Grove, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available

I was a math teacher for 20 years in my home country of Lithuania. I also have two children of my own, who have given me a lifetime of experience. One of my jobs was to care for an 18-year-old girl with epilepsy, so I'm comfortable with working with disabled and special-needs children. I also used to work part-time for a family...
Nijole can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

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Julie H.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Available M-F 9am-3pm And Occasional Weekends

I have raised a son with special needs for the last 18 years - I have attended numerous therapies and researched as much as possible to help him grow, be happy and successful. I have lots of energy, patience, and get great joy from seeing our special kids smile. I am creative, laugh easily and understand that structure and...
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Pennapawilai N.


Oak Brook, IL

$18-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Penny I worked as a RN in Thailand for 9 years then I moved here 3 years ago. I'm not sure what is good fit for me here because I'm not confident say I'm fluent in English so I tried working at restaurants, babysitter , companion and I found out I still love to working with people either suffering some disorder or...
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Suzanne K.


Forest Park, IL

$20-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Morning Caregiver Available

My name is Suzie. I have 5 years of experience in senior care and 5+ years of experience with special needs children. I am energetic, physically fit, and equipped for heavy lifting.
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Abigail M.


Naperville, IL

$18-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have experience teaching children through assisting with the preschool at Naperville North, being a camp counselor and assisting with the special needs programs at my church. My coursework in psychology has given me a background in mental and physical developmental stages for children, children's mental health, and various...
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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