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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 $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Wheeling, IL

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Ashley T.


Niles, IL

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

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Hello, I'm Ashley and l'm from the Chicago land area! Growing up, I had a very special relationship with my own babysitter who I looked up to. I try to carry her loving, thoughtful influence into my work as a nanny. My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. I find such joy in being a...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Megan H.


Northbrook, IL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Megan. I am 23 years old. I am a high school teacher with over 10 years of experience working with kids. love working with kids and I have babysat 12 families in my hometown. I have babysat toddlers, children, preteens and teenagers. I also have babysat children with special needs. I am known for being...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

I have had experience working with adults with special needs. I would take them to do one on one activities, provide needed personal care, and administer medication.
Abigail can also help with: Dementia, errands, meal prep, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
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Alina Y.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time

Hello! Experienced nanny offering 9 years of experience caring for children from birth to school age, including special needs kids. A positive role model focused on the support and care of the child's development. Graduated from medical school in Ukraine with a paramedic degree where I learned how to stay calm and know how to...
Alina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Amy L.


Lake Forest, IL

$33/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mom Of Teens Looking For Occasional/PT Work

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified teacher of K-9th grade and a mom of 2 awesome teenagers. I have taught 4th, 2nd and 1st grades and worked part-time in a special needs preschool. love playing with kids and encouraging them to learn, grow, explore, and have fun. I prefer being active -- getting outside, going to the park and exploring nature. I...
Amy can also help with: Swimming supervision
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Maddie F.


Prospect Heights, IL

$25-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

I'm currently working as a registered behavioral technician for kids with Autism. I thoroughly enjoy helping kids read their goals and help parents wherever I can. My photos are from the recent years I've been working with kiddos!! I am CPR certified as well!
Hi! My names Samantha!! I'm 23 I'm located in palatine! I love to be a helping hand. I have twin brothers with special needs who I've helped take care of while my mother works full time. I enjoy hiking, art, animals. My dream job would a special needs therapist. I love problem solving I love pets I have a cat and 3 dogs! I'm a...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
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Sasha D.


Palatine, IL

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

I'm a dedicated childcare professional with over 5 years of experience. Currently pursuing a degree in children's therapy at Walden University, I'm passionate about nurturing children's emotional, cognitive, and social development. I attend online school so I'm available long past summer! I currently work as a Behavioral...
Sasha can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Talia A.


Vernon Hills, IL

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

My name is Talia and I am the oldest of four kids! I am currently a senior at The University of Kansas! I have been a nanny since freshman year of high school in the Overland Park area for 3 children, while babysitting multiple families since well before then and throughout the years. I love kids and just hanging out and getting...
Talia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emma S.


Des Plaines, IL

$17-22/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi! I have worked with special needs children while babysitting. I also work at a swim school where I run the privates for special needs students. I have worked in a preschool setting and worked one on one with children. I have worked with kids who have ADHD, autism, apraxia, allergies, anxiety, mental processing issues and...
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Isabella S.


Lincolnshire, IL

$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver / Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Isabella. I am a respectable, responsible, easy going, and productive young adult. I can adapt to yours and your children's schedule. I have experience working with all ages of children including infants. I also have experience working with individuals who have special needs. I am willing to pick up and drop off your...
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jennifer B.


Highwood, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a teaching Assistant at a school with children who have special needs, and am looking for some extra work in the afternoons or early evenings to help out your family! My interests include watching and playing sports. Any outdoor activities i. e. going to the park, the beach, the pool. Arts and crafts, board games, cooking...
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Bethany K.


Morton Grove, IL

$20-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

I am a Senior at Illinois State University studying Therapeutic Recreation, as well as taking prerequisites aiming to pursue a Masters in Occupational Therapy. I am to graduate in May. My expertise include planning and implementing interventions to support clients in meeting his or her goals, engaging clients in therapeutic...
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Laimute B.


Lake Forest, IL

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hello, I have extensive experience taking care of children with special needs, disabled adults and the elderly. Are you looking for quality care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled caregiver with 15+ years experience. I have excellent references and have experience to help in the hospital. I...
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Kyle M.


Lincolnshire, IL

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

My mom lived with ALS for over 10 years, including over five years on a ventilator. I was one of her primary caregivers, along with my father who is a retired physician.
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Allison B.


Glenview, IL

$23-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny, Babysitter, And Tutor

Hello! My name is Allison and I am excited to be your babysitter, nanny, and/or tutor. I graduated from Elon University in 2019 with a BA in Human Services & International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I spent the past two academic years working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Olivia T.


Palatine, IL

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part/Full-Time Caregiver

I have been working with individuals with special needs since I was in High School. I started off volunteering for a special recreation association for various programs. After my freshman year of college, I worked as an inclusion aide for kiddos with autism and other special needs. I loved it. I worked for that company for 3...
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Marta C.


Des Plaines, IL

$20-40/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have a master's degree in nursing from Jagiellonian University in Poland. I can provide special needs in a variety of settings.
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Allison B.


Glenview, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter, Nanny, And Tutor

Hello! My name is Allison and I am excited to be your babysitter, nanny, and/or tutor. I graduated from Elon University in 2019 with a BA in Human Services & International Studies with a minor in Spanish. I spent this past academic year working as an English Language Assistant at an elementary school in Madrid, Spain. I have...
Allison can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Brianna R.


Des Plaines, IL

$19-50/hr • 11 yrs exp

Live In/Live Out Nanny

My name is Bri and I'am empathetic, responsible, dependable, fun, and trustworthy childcare giver! I have 12 years of child care experience, and I'am available for a full position! I adore children and working with them because their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around! I am the eldest of seven...

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

Average Rating4.5 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Wheeling, IL are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.