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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Willowbrook, IL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Willowbrook, IL

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Virginija S.


Willowbrook, IL

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

Vaccinated Caregiver With Experience In Childrens Care And Senior Care

5.0

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Dedicated caregiver with 23 years of experience providing exceptional care to children, elders, and patients with disabilities. I am skilled in assisting with daily living activities, meal preparation and personal care. Previously worked in the Rehabilitation center in Europe with children and adults as a physical therapist....
5.0
"Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management , security comfort and trust with her attentive approach ! Highly recommended "

Care member

Hi there! Glad you found me. For over 3 years now I have been a tutor, companion, and provided assistance to children with special needs including (but not limited to) Autism, CP, Down Syndrome, and sensory processing disorders. I am highly proficient in ASL and well versed in AAC. I worked at Chicago Speech Therapy where I...
I have four years of full time paid experience working with a child with disabilities. I adored her, but her mother needed a live-in. My 4-year-old son always came with me, and I would still need to be able to bring him with me and pick up/drop off at preschool. We had so much fun in our down times (when there were no therapies...
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Rebecca H.


Willowbrook, IL

$15-25/hr

Caring, Structured And Fun!

I've been a teacher in my own classroom for four years... and it's time for a change! I love what I do, but I also know that there are so many other ways I can make a difference in the world. Working with people with special needs is to serve one of the most vulnerable people in our world. I want to be a part of their care and...
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Virginija S.


Willowbrook, IL

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! . I have a lot of experience with special needs kids for the last 20 years.
Virginija can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Special Needs Care

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Dana V.


Willowbrook, IL

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'm A Paraprofessional Who Works With Special Need Kiddos In Need Of A Summer Job.

I'd describe my personality as fun, nurturing, caring I like working with kids because I love kids.
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Melanie W.


Willowbrook, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a 35-year-old loving stay at home mother. I have 3 daughters, 8, 9, and 10, as well as a 16-year-old son. I have over 15 years of experience caring for children of various ages from newborn to 12 years old, including multiples and special needs. I have always loved caring for children and assisting in their development...
Melanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Cori F.


Darien, IL

$20-33/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with special needs at risk children for 19 years. I now currently am an educational assistant in an elementary PreK-2nd grade building for 6 years. I enjoy helping children and love to see them enjoy learning. I also have current certification for CNA, phlebotomy, EKG technician and have provided home health care...
Cori can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Cori makes wonderful connections with children. She is reliable and a very hard worker. She is a wonderful care giver to others and takes pride in her work with people."

Rebecca H.

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Alexis S.


Berwyn, IL

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a dedicated advocate for people with disabilities. I have worked in this field for about 6 years. I have loved every step of this journey, this is why I am currently going to grad school to pursue a career in occupational therapy. I have worked I'm a in home and clinic setting and understanding the stressors not only for...
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Starla B.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider-Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Starla. I'm a Mom, mentor, teacher, Chef, and so much more. I begin caring for children at a very young age. I've worked with babies, toddlers, elementary ages kids, teenagers, I also have experience working with special needs kids. I provided childcare from home and nannied for several families. I'm fun, loving,...
Starla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Starla watched my adult son with special needs while I hosted my daughters graduation party. He really liked her and she did a great job with him. I would hire her again to help with my son."

Care member

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Niki M.


Lemont, IL

$21-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am CPR certified, and currently work part time at a daycare center. I would describe my personality as Fun, Loving, Nurturing, Empathetic & Creative. I am passionate about teaching and working with infants & toddlers/kids. I love to have fun with the kids while creating a safe environment for the children to learn,...
Niki can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Niki is considerate, caring, and kind. We have 2 toddlers who are a handful. She displays patience at a level we all wish to achieve. She is also flexible with our every changing schedule and her accommodations are greatly appreciated. "

Care member

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Evelyn U.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm Evelyn- I love kids and can say with confidence that caretaking is what I'm best at. The way I care for children reflects the way I was raised; with empathy and respect. I'd like to say I've been babysitting since I was 10, as I helped my mother raise my 2 younger sisters, but I've been officially babysitting and...
Evelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Evelyn has watched my 4 year old daughter repeatedly within the last year and I love how much my daughter loves her! My child cannot contain her excitement when she knows Evelyn is on her way to watch her during date nights. Their favorite activity is completing...

Becky B.

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Branndi C.


Hillside, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny Position

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I attended college, and although I didn't receive a degree I was given several opportunities to be an assistant teacher & a lead teacher in different daycare facilities because of my qualifications & background in child development. I've taught from infant- 5 years... I have 20 years in teaching, & 30+ years working with...
Branndi can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Branndi is a gift, an angel, an amazing caretaker, and a truly special person. Branndi has been with our family as our daughter’s nanny from age 6 months until 21 months, when she’ll be starting school. Branndi has a beautiful and unique gift in how she cares for...

Care member

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Vickey C.


Oak Lawn, IL

$18-35/hr10 yrs exp

HOME CARE COMPANSION SERVICES

I have 30 years of experience in healthcare. I can help with Home Care - Light Housekeeping - Meal prep - Light Laundry - Medication Reminders - Helpful - Reliable - Caring - Certify CPR. I am a mother of twins (a boy and a girl). I have worked in healthcare for over 30 years, taking care of seniors, and patients with special...
Vickey can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, light cleaning
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"I'm pleased to recommend Vickey C for your caregiver. She became my sister's caregiver for 18 months. She helped my sister treat from Medication Management, light housekeeping, Meals Prep & handle daily tasks. My sister showed significant improvement. Vickey...

Chris J.

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Hakima H.


Riverside, IL

$25-39/hr20 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Available

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a nanny since 1997, I have experience with different age group, and I worked with families in different part of Chicago-land, I am responsible, reliable, patient, and professional nanny, I have a great love and passion to work with children, I can play, read and engage the child into different activities...
Hakima can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Hakima is lovely! She has been with our family only a short time so far, but she is trustworthy, dependable and caring - everything you would want in a caregiver. She develops great relationships with the families she works with. She is able to drive my...

Jennifer B.

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Priscila M.


Downers Grove, IL

$35/hr6 yrs exp

Professional Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Family, I am a professional Nanny with the following certifications and experiences: More than 15, 000 thousand hours proven with children from 0 to 8 years old. (Certified By Cultural care Au pair) - Aid CPR AED certified (American Heart Association). - Special Needs Experience:(Autism and ADHD). - Managing ADHD, Autism,...
Priscila can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Priscila is a natural. We were immediately comfortable having her care for our 1 year old daughter. I can't recommend her enough! "

Care member

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Branndi C.


Hillside, IL

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver/Companion

Hi my name is Branndi & I am an experience Caregiver, Companion... I have over 10 plus years experience provided the best care for senior citizens while in the comfort of their own home or while in Assistant living... I prepare meals, due laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminders, run errands, & just being a good...
Branndi can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation
5.0
"Branndi is a very great listener that is able to come up with solutions to problems. She is very cheerful and brightens any room she enters. She is very organized and timely."

Care member

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Jordan S.


Elmhurst, IL

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Jordan, and I am looking to help an awesome family. I love working with kids, so I used that passion and became a camp counselor. I did that for two years at my local park district. I have experience with children as young as 3 and as old as 13. I also have experience with working with children with special...
Jordan can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Jasmyn B.


Justice, IL

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver With Plenty Of Experience

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I'm a new mom of a wonderful 2-year-old babygirl and I'm only interested in occasional evening or weekend gigs. I've been working with a fantastic family's non verbal 23-year-old son with special needs for the past 6 years and I enjoy it immensely. I have over 9 years of combined experience working in schools as a...
5.0
"Jasmyn helps our family care for my special needs son and she has been a great addition to our team. She's consistent, attentive, caring, reliable and very nurturing. He took to her immediately. She's made my entire families life easier and more pleasant."

Tracy V.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Willowbrook, IL

Virginija S.

5.0

Virginija is a very compassion , dedicated person providing care with exceptional skills including personal care , daily activities, management , security comfort and trust with her attentive approach ! Highly recommended

- Care member

Cori F.

5.0

Cori is dependable, reliable, is a strong communicator, and takes great care of my children. I would recommend her to other families.

- Renee K.

Starla B.

5.0

Starla watched my adult son with special needs while I hosted my daughters graduation party. He really liked her and she did a great job with him. I would hire her again to help with my son.

- Care member

Niki M.

5.0

Niki is considerate, caring, and kind. We have 2 toddlers who are a handful. She displays patience at a level we all wish to achieve. She is also flexible with our every changing schedule and her accommodations are greatly appreciated.

- Care member

Evelyn U.

5.0

She is awesome with my son. He gets excited when I tell him she will be coming. I love her dependability, attention to homework assignments, flexibility, care for my son and goes above and beyond. I love having her as part of our family!

- Ximena O.

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