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We have 60 special needs caregivers in Winnetka, IL! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
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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 $18/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years
Special needs caregivers in Winnetka, IL
5.0
(1)
I have been working with seniors for the past 10 year, duties and responsibilities include bathing, companionship, light house keeping, meal preparations, outing with the clients. PERSONAL OBJECTIVE I have a strong commitment to serving the needs of individuals with special needs, especially adults and people with developmental...
Bisola can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
4.2
(5)
Dependable & Professional License ABA therapist 12+years experiences in childcare. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Background in Child development & Newborn Care Specialist certified.
Hello Families, My name is Vanessa, you can call me Miss V. I worked as a lead teacher & ABA Therapist. As a Childcare specialist, I am...
5.0
(1)
Currently, I am a PE and Health Teacher, and I love it! I have been working with children since I was a teenager. I was the neighborhood go to Babysitter and Pied Piper for family and neighbors.
My experience is as a Nanny, Babysitter, Certified Elementary and Physical Education and Health Teacher, Language Arts Teacher,...
Colleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
4.0
(9)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi Families
Hi my name Bongi
I am 26years old, I've been working with kids for as since high school I used to babysit daytime on weekends until I started doing as a job while studying, I have CPR training certificate and childcare training, I am of course infant qualified and have worked with all ages . I have 2 year au pair...
Bongi can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Wonderful young woman , my children love her to much and enjoy whenever she is available to babysit for date nights !"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
In my history of being a nanny and a Special Education Teacher Assistant, I have always treated the children in my care as an extension of my own family. I worked as a full time nanny from 2012 to 2020 for several families. In that time period, there was a brief pause to nannying while I cared for my elderly mother in my home...
Judith can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well."
Erica F.
4.9
(9)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, I'm Patricia. I'm a psychologist from Venezuela. And I have really good experience working with children. I am a very friendly person, I like to laugh and I am very responsible. I love crafting, especially painting and drawing. In my home country, I studied psychology, therefore I had the opportunity to work with children...
Patricia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Excellent person my kid love her !!"
Melissa V.
Natacha P.
Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate looking for an income and I have 5 years experience working in healthcare. Thank you.
5.0
"Natacha was a great conversationalist and was helpful when I needed assistance going to a medical procedure. She's very dependable and I would recommend her to anyone in need of services."
Yulanda C.
Dina S.
Chicago, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
I cared for my cousin's husband for several months. He has Lewy Body Dementia. I helped with feeding, dressing, exercise, recreation and toileting. He and I became fast friends and have a close bond. I have also worked with children with autism and ADHD.
My best friend from High School has Muscular Dystrophy, and my best friend...
5.0
"Dina is family and during my husband's illness she was his caregiver/companion during the day thereby giving me much needed time away from constant caregiving. She was reliable, responsible, and creative in thinking of ways to engage my husband. She provided...
Karen O.
Nicole G.
Evanston, IL
$27/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Direct Support Professional Available For Part Time To Full Time Position
4.8
(8)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with individuals with special needs for over five years. I have majority of my experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum or have other intellectual disabilities and need behavioral support. I have worked with children from infants to toddlers to teens and also adults. I am CPR and first aide...
5.0
"Nicole has great experience working with a variety of individuals with disabilities. She is very compassionate and is able to make great connections with those she works with!"
Erin L.
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with laundry, travel, and errands. I have a lot of experience with ages 3-15 and special needs children.
CPR certified and RBT certified.
Hannah can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Julia P.
Evanston, IL
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hi! My name is Julia! I have my BFA in musical theater from the University of Hartford. I have been employed at a Park District, for two summers as a Dance Specialist for an arts camp for children. Additionally, I have experience with managing the care of children with Type 1 Diabetes, as well as children with special needs, as...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance
Hello, My name is Kayla! I'm a great sitter because I'm dependable and hardworking. I've nannied for families before. I've sat for children from age 0-6 years of age. I have experience with special needs (autism, etc). I enjoy playing outside, arts and crafts, and reading books to children.
Qualifications:
-infant care
-multi...
Hello! My name is Rhita, a university student, and I am the oldest of three siblings, one currently aged 14 and twins aged 9! I have gone through babysitting and helping take care of all of them, in addition to young cousins of my large family. Children brighten my heart and I believe that through my experience, I have the...
Rhita can also help with: Craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am an experienced nanny, energetic, nurturing, warm, and caring. I relate well to children and their parents. I am loyal and dedicated. I focus on promoting a child's physical, mental and emotional development. As a Certified Nursing Assistant. I am CPR certified and trained in First Aid. I am reliable, engaging and...
Deborah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
CNA
Simone P.
Glenview, IL
$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
I put my heart into everything I do. This summer I worked for Carousel Connections at Brandyweine Senior Living as a job coach for teenagers and young adults with special needs volunteering. I just moved back to the Windy City after being in Philadelphia. I graduated from Monmouth College with a B. A. in history and kinesiology....
Simone can also help with: Personal care, dementia
I am a current college student with senior and special needs care giving experience. I worked for two years as a caregiver to a patient with LBD. I aided him in medication management, toileting, eating, and physical activities. I read aloud to him, and provided daily companionship. I am passionate about the work I did because we...
Dina can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning
Irena D.
Wilmette, IL
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a compassionate caregiver with 20+ experience of assisting people of various ages with special needs including dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson, and other. I've worked for private residents as a live-in, come-and-go, and at assisted living homes as a CNA and Activity Assistant Director.
As a seasoned professional, I have the...
Irena can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
CPR
CNA
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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Hi, I'm a Preschool Teacher who love working with children. I'm caring, compassionate, reliable and hardworking. I have many years of experience working with children and people with special needs.
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
Hello Families! I am looking to be a full time nanny this summer. I have experience with special needs children from my past employment as an ABA Therapist and currently studying Elementary & Special Education at the University of Nebraska. I grew up and live in Deerfield, have my own new car (Volkswagen Atlas) and willing to...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Winnetka, IL
Bongi M.
5.0
Wonderful young woman , my children love her to much and enjoy whenever she is available to babysit for date nights !
- Care member
Judith D.
5.0
We enjoyed meeting Judy. Her reference said she was "phenomenal." She seemed to have great maternal instincts as well.
- Erica F.
Patricia J.
5.0
She is very sweet and knows how to soothe even the fussiest baby (and calm worried parents haha). We fully trust her with our 7 month old!
- Lily B.
Natacha P.
5.0
Natacha was a great conversationalist and was helpful when I needed assistance going to a medical procedure. She's very dependable and I would recommend her to anyone in need of services.
- Yulanda C.
Dina S.
5.0
Dina is family and during my husband's illness she was his caregiver/companion during the day thereby giving me much needed time away from constant caregiving. She was reliable, responsible, and creative in thinking of ways to engage my husband. She provided excellent care being always vigilant of...
- Karen O.
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