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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Winnetka, IL

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Winnetka, IL

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Olivia V.


Winnetka, IL

$16-21/hr3 yrs exp

Caring For Many Disabilities !

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I have cared for those on the spectrum, with ADHD, seizures, as well as other special needs. Thank you !
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Antonina L.


Winnetka, IL

$17-21/hr6 yrs exp

Hi everyone! My name is Antonina. I'm 22 years old, and I am currently in college for a Psychology degree. I love working with children! I have worked with children with special needs to children with none. I have babysat for many different families since I was 16. I hope to get to work with children in my therapy work but until...
Antonina can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

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Olivia V.


Winnetka, IL

$15-22/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Dog Walker

1.0

(1)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am looking for part-time or full-time nanny roles or babysitting positions. I am a college student, so willing to work with my schedule or be flexible is a plus. I can help cook, clean, help with homework, errands, etc. I have experience with all ages, from newborns to pre teens. I am also looking for pet-sitting and...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"Olivia communicates well before and during the job. She is prompt and follows instructions. She genuinely shows an interest in getting to know the child(ren) and taking good care of them."

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Cecilia B.


Winnetka, IL

$16-20/hr8 yrs exp

Easy Going, Creative, Bubbly

Hi my name is Cecilia ! I am Red Cross certified and CPR certified. I have been babysitting since I was 15. I am comfortable working with children of all ages and disabilities. I have experience as a figure skating coach where I taught children with special needs. My aunt is disabled as well and I help her and my grandmother...
Cecilia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Max T.


Evanston, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Over the past two summers, I worked as an Inclusion Aide. I was paired with children that had a variety of special needs including autism or physical challenges. I've also babysat for three other families with young children and they typically like my high energy.
Max can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Marilia M.


Evanston, IL

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Kind, Patient And Energetic Nanny.

I am graduate em psychology and I have 2 years of experience taking care of children as an au pair, two boys who are currently 4 and 7 years old. But I also had experience working with children with special needs, from 2 to 14 years old, in a clinic in Brazil. I am currently seeking a position as a full-time, long-term nanny. I...
Marilia can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development. "

Care member

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Cashmear M.


Chicago, IL

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Mother's Helper:I have 4 years of child care experience for a family of three boys age's (3, 4, 8) and a family two age's ( 10 months and two). My job required light house work, preparing meals, and keeping the kids entertained. Also an teachers aids for kids with special needs.
5.0
"Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust my kids with her any day."

Marlee H.

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Michelle R.


Mount Prospect, IL

$28-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny / Nanny House Manager / Early Childhood Educator / Newborn Care Specialist

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced nanny, early childhood educator, nanny house manager and newborn care specialist. I have dedicated my career to working with families and children in a variety of settings. My background extends beyond working in private homes of families, and includes teaching and leadership roles in quality Early Childhood...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Michelle is a warm, caring educator. She has extensive knowledge of child growth and development. Michelle is creative, a problem solver, and team player. She truly loves working with children and families."

Dottie D.

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Michelle K.


Park Ridge, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Very Experienced Babysitter (4 Years) Responsible & Available Weeknights And Weekends.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! On top of being a mother to a wonderful 16-month-old I have been a nanny/babysitter for over 10 years. I have a diverse range of caring experience including special-needs/learning disabilities, multiples, nanny sharing, small group care, and ages from infant to teenagers. I am also certified in child/adult CPR and have 6...
Michelle can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Michelle was great, very dependable and so good with kids. "

Bridget J.

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Ana C.


Chicago, IL

$16-21/hr5 yrs exp

Part- Time, Evenings Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

*Covid Vaccinated as of 2/10/21 I've worked as an after school activity specialist with Austin Parks and Recreation for 3 years at a recreation center for kids and adults with special needs. I have a variety of experience in working with children with autism and different developmental experiences. Prior to that I worked in...
Ana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

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Florence N.


Chicago, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hands

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm a 44-year-old divorced mother to a 12-year-old boy with Down Syndrome, who is truly a blessing. I've been a full-time mother, and I am ready to get back into the work force. I am a very reliable, responsible, and kindhearted individual. I'm open to providing care, compassion, nurturing to any age as I truly enjoy helping...
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Jill K.


Deerfield, IL

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family. About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...
Jill can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Hardworking loving and caring. What more could you ask for :)"

Alex K.

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Precent M.


Prospect Heights, IL

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Male caregiver with 9 years of paid Work experience, I love my work with a passion. Have worked with many families and have great references and reviews as well as very clean background. Please check out my reviews and contact me for excellent care for your loved ones, thanks again.
5.0
"Precent did a fabulous job with my special needs son! We miss him."

Kari H.

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Erika M.


Chicago, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

The "Experience" You Want

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I have been nanny and a baby-child sitter for more than 20 years. I worked for public schools for 10 years. Playing outside. Helping/teaching children to write or do some homework is fine with me. I have also worked with all sorts of "special needs and children with disabilities". The families I have worked with have children...
Erika can also help with: Travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Erica is an amazing lady, kids had a good time with her, she is very friendly. She was very punctual, even in very short notice. Highly recommended."

Moshe S.

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Selena O.


Chicago, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, May Name Is Selena, I Am A Passionate And Dedicated Person.

Hi! How are you? I am Selena O, current Nursing student (Night hybrid program) I have Over 5 years of experience as a nanny. I love to play with different strategies of pedagogy for a good development of body and Brain. I could make your children comfortable while I am with them. Can take them to parks, museum and other...
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Selena is great! She babysat our baby girl today. She played with her , fed her and helped cleaning her bottles and she took beautiful pictures !! Totally recommend her :)"

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Lavinia B.


Wheeling, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

CNA,CPR

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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Caytie B.


Chicago, IL

$23-30/hr7 yrs exp

Newborn Care Specialist

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've worked as a full-time nanny for over seven years. I love my job and am hoping to find more families to help! I have experience caring for children of all ages and abilities. This includes experience with children with special needs. I have also completed my newborn care specialist certificate and am CPR/First AID...
Caytie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Very sweet and cared for my children as if they were her own. "

Amanda C.

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Hailey T.


Chicago, IL

$23-30/hr6 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in a professional setting with special needs children and children on the autism spectrum in both the school setting and home. I have experience working with newborns, toddlers, elementary aged children, middle school and high school aged children. I love the creativity and silliness that comes when working with...
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Hailey is wonderful! we met her last year when she was a sub for my nanny for a week and connected well with my children immediately. She has come back multiple times to help with babysitting on the weekends and we love her! My kids are always excited to see her....

Julia V.

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Watcharaphan T.


Evanston, IL

$30-32/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Pam. I am 34 years old. I graduated from bachelor degree in preschool education. I study, art education, special needs, children physiology, and child care. I was a kindergarten teacher for 2 years. I moved to Chicago for an Au Pair opportunity on 2013. After the Au Pair program is over, I continue working as...
Watcharaphan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We are so glad that we found Pam to take care of our 1 year old after we moved to a new city. We immediately felt comfortable leaving our child with Pam. She went above and beyond what I would expect from a childcare provider, and most importantly, my child loved...

Angela K.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Winnetka, IL

Olivia V.

4.0

Olivia communicates well before and during the job. She is prompt and follows instructions. She genuinely shows an interest in getting to know the child(ren) and taking good care of them.

- Care member

Marilia M.

5.0

Gabi is patient, respectful, sweet, nurturing and has great understanding of child development.

- Care member

Cashmear M.

5.0

Cashmear will do anything to keep her commitments, and children just seem to be drawn to her. She is also incredibly intelligent and kind. I would trust my kids with her any day.

- Marlee H.

Michelle R.

5.0

Michelle is incredible with children - she is patient, kind, high energy and creative. Her experience extends well beyond most nanny job descriptions and she truly goes above and beyond for the families she works for. If you are looking for someone to love and care for your kids the way you do, you...

- Jacki R.

Michelle K.

5.0

Michelle was great, very dependable and so good with kids.

- Bridget J.

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