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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wheeling, IL

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of November 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Wheeling, IL

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Lavinia B.


Wheeling, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA,CPR

5.0

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Highly-dependable, nurturing caregiver who has good values, compassionate nature and 10 + extensive experience in providing prompt and friendly care. Eager to make a difference in client's everyday life.
5.0
"Lavinia has helped my family over the past several years. She is wonderful, honest, and is very committed to whomever she is working with. She has a great personality and engages people in conversation etc...my parents both loved "Our Lavinia" as my mom would...

Susan W.

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Daisy O.


Wheeling, IL

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Child care

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Daisy like the pretty flower and I'm 26 years old. I am a very warm, loving and caring person with a lot of energy! Born in California but raised in Chicago. I have cared for children with 8 years of experience. I'm very flexible and I am willing to work around your schedule. My goal as a nanny is to be part of the...
Daisy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Daisy cared for our daughter (18 months) for 6 months at our home while I worked from home. She was very warm, engaging, and fun! Daisy is very easy to work with and communicated well with my husband and I. She is very punctual and even showed up early most days....

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Lavinia B.


Wheeling, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing exceptional care to elderly and special need patients. Skilled in assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, administering medication and keep patients as active is possible..
Lavinia can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"Professional, patient, kind, conscientious, dependable, just an outstanding caregiver, recommend her 110%. "

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Amy W.


Wheeling, IL

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Special-Needs Caregiver

I am a Special Education Paraprofessional in a Kindergarten classroom! My main responsibilities were to assist the students with recreational and educational activities, practice behavior management, help with toileting, and of course keep the kids safe. In college, I interned with Community Access Naperville, a...
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Kim C.


Wheeling, IL

$22-37/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Suppoting Special Needs

15 plus years experience working with children and adults who have a variety of physical and mental challenges. Direct Care experience managing, leading, and training Direct Support Staff. I am hoping to find permanent full-time job providing care. This has always been my favorite job.
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Niaja L.


Wheeling, IL

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

Supporting You

Hello my name is Niaja, I am passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others. Making your life easier is always the goal. I am dedicated to making a positive impact in people's lives. I love providing support to others around me and hopefully I can include that in your lives. I have worked in the hospital for...
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Katharine S.


Wheeling, IL

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Have worked for NWSRA since 2013. I'm CPR, first aid and safety care certified. I have experience with behaviors and some medical needs. I know minimal sign language but willing to learn!
I am a 21-year-old woman who is passionate about helping other people. Your daughter will be taken care w love & patience. I am pet friendly, optimistic, & a smiley person (: I'd describe my personality as playful, calm, & empathetic I love working with kids because children need a good role model to look up to that really...
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Thet K.


Wheeling, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time/Full-time CNA Caregiver

I worked in nursing home for a year. I have been working as CNA/caregiver in home health setting since 2010. I have had experiences in taking care of clients with quadriplegic, Cerebral Palsy (mild to severe type), Autism, mental illness, Asperger's, ADHD, Neurological genetic disorder and other special needs. I also possess the...
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Jennifer M.


Wheeling, IL

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

I am an experienced mother who has cared for two special needs children. My daughter had cancer at 9. My son was speech and language delayed, LD, and has ADHD.
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Marla O.


Wheeling, IL

$18-35/hr3 yrs exp

Date Night Babysitter!

Hello families! My name is Marla and I'm available for your babysitting needs, I have 3 years of paid experience working with up to 2 kids at a time. I'm experienced in working with special needs and kids ages ranging from 2-12yrs! I'm CPR/BSL certified, CNA certified and have personal transportation. Thank you! Available for...
Marla can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Thet K.


Wheeling, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I worked in one of the nursing homes for a year. I have been working with several home health agencies since 2010. I also worked some private duty caring for young people with special needs.
Thet can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Katharine S.


Wheeling, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with children for 10+ years. I have experience with infants-teens and also special needs. Looking for a recurring and or occasional jobs.
Katharine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Amy P.


Wheeling, IL

$14/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a mother of grown children . I believe I'm a patient, kind, and honest older childcare provider. I offer childcare , housekeeping, meal prep and laundry. I'd describe my personality as honest, kind , and trustworthy. I like working with kids because I want to help make a difference to help teach, and encourage...
Amy can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Veronica D.


Mount Prospect, IL

$40/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy and am a licensed physical therapist. I presented my thesis on a pediatric case. I have over 9 years of care giving experience. I have watched over 10+ families. I have cared for 1-6 children at a time in a home setting and enjoyed every part of it! For several years I have been a...
Veronica can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Veronica is wonderful. She is so kind and energetic. My daughters loved having her as their sitter."

Laila H.

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Larissa D.


Arlington Heights, IL

$27/hr5 yrs exp

Kind And Patient Caregiver

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lara. When I was younger, my first job was working in an elderly home, and I've always had a great rapport with our elders. In addition to caring for my own mother in my past, I have been working for a senior care agency this year as well as people from care. com. I am certified in CPR, First aid, CPI (from my...
5.0
"Lara was kind, helpful, and showed great concern for me after my hysterectomy. she continues to check on my recovery even after the job was complete. hiring her was the best decision I have made. I would definitely hire her for any future medical needs I or my...

Amaralys A.

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Laurie B.


Palatine, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experience with Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have about 5 years of experience in special ed. I was a teachers aide at kirk school in Palatine for 3 years. I have also been a private caregiver for an adult male with special needs.
5.0
"Fabulous person, smart, kind, punctual."

Gloria T.

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Laimute B.


Lake Forest, IL

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! Are you looking for a quality elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 19+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have...
Laimute can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on, end-of-life care. We found Laima to be warm, kind hearted and very skilled. We highly recommend her."

Irene K.

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Klimentina G.


Northbrook, IL

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Loving Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm Tina I Love being with kids, as my experience as a babysitter and nanny is around 8 years, including 1 year looking after special needs child , 2 years looking after 2 lovely boys , aged 1 and 6 , looking after newborn baby twins (premature) for an year. Have a primary school teacher degree and CPR. Also worked as a...
Klimentina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Absolutely love Klimentina, she is very dependable,very professional and has a great methods to work with the kids. I. and A. can't wait to play and learn with her."

Sasha D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wheeling, IL

Lavinia B.

5.0

Lavinia has helped my family over the past several years. She is wonderful, honest, and is very committed to whomever she is working with. She has a great personality and engages people in conversation etc...my parents both loved "Our Lavinia" as my mom would say. My Dad was diagnosed with...

- Susan W.

Daisy O.

5.0

Daisy cared for our daughter (18 months) for 6 months at our home while I worked from home. She was very warm, engaging, and fun! Daisy is very easy to work with and communicated well with my husband and I. She is very punctual and even showed up early most days. We trusted Daisy to drive our...

- Care member

Lavinia B.

5.0

Professional, patient, kind, conscientious, dependable, just an outstanding caregiver, recommend her 110%.

- Care member

Veronica D.

5.0

Veronica is wonderful. She is so kind and energetic. My daughters loved having her as their sitter.

- Laila H.

Larissa D.

5.0

Lara was kind, helpful, and showed great concern for me after my hysterectomy. she continues to check on my recovery even after the job was complete. hiring her was the best decision I have made. I would definitely hire her for any future medical needs I or my family would have. I would highly...

- Amaralys A.

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Ratings for Wheeling, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Wheeling, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.