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- $20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
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I have been watching kids for a 9 years now. I love having playtime with kids. I am good at putting kids down for bedtime. I am also great at working with special needs children, have lots of experience and great references. I am 29 but I think that's what makes me a great nanny because I can connect with the kids on their...
Nicole B. says "We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the girls adore her....
I've worked with lots of special needs babies and teens. I genuinely live the work I do. Would love to help your family.
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
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I have been caring for children on and off since 2016. I used to work in a daycare and received CPR and first aid training. I have also taken care of children in my home as well as their homes and most of them since they were newborns. I have cultivated patience and also worked with special needs children. My cousin is autistic...
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have 4 years of experience as a summer camp councilor taking car of 10+ kids aged 5-10 for 2 hours a day four days a week. Recently, I had the honor of taking over as camp director for our summer drama camp which provided me with the opportunity to work with 42 campers alongside my staff. I had the privilege of being a part...
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
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I'm 31 years old have worked in a hospital for over 5 years I also have cared for kids with special needs for about 5 years but in a hospital setting I am fluent in Spanish and English I enjoy working with kids and adults of all ages . Due to the pandemic I stopped working in a hospital setting because I have twin sisters that...
Alexandrith B. says "I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a part of the...
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
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About myself & my philosophies for child care:
*Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education
*Past experiences include: one on one pre-K teacher, daycare Pre-K teacher, mothers helper, nanny.
*Home is the first and most important classroom. I focus on emotional learning and problem solving along with the basics.
*Learning...
Katelyn T. says "Kaylie was on time and very courteous. She was interested in our rules in regards to our children and wanted to follow our routines. The kids were safe...
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- $17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
I love children. I have worked with children for many years. I was a teachers' aide two years with the preschool at my high school. I teach Sunday school at my church to an age group of 2 to 6. I have a cousin who is special needs and I often babysit him. I love children and enjoy working with them very much. I have been and am...
Catearina C. says "Very dependable! My 3yo said he had fun while in her care. As a mother that's all you want to hear. she also cares for my newborn and is great with him...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
dementia
I had the privilege of taking care of my beautiful Mother, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. I also had a child with special needs, her diagnosis were Cerebral Palsy, Seizure Disorder, and she was G Tube fed I was so honored to care for the both of them. Love is the key, anybody and everybody responds to Love. I didn't...
Jasmine W. says "She's an angel. Caring and kind."
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- $23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 12 years years old for children ages birth to 13 years old. I have experience with children with special needs and ADHD also. I have worked with children through sports camps and have taught Sunday School for years too. I am passionate about caring for children and love being a part...
Maria W. says "We love Jenna! She is a great fit for our family. Jenna is always on time, very knowledgeable, and takes care great care of our kids. "
I was blessed to take care of my special needs daughter and my Mom. It was an honor to serve them. I didn't see them as burdens I saw them as blessings. This is my passion, love Is the key because everybody responses to love. I strongly believe that your job should be centered around your gift.
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- $20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
My name is Yasmeen I'm a full time nanny with 7 years experience working with children ages 8 months to school age. I worked in ABA for 4 years as an RBT, 2 years in a classroom with kindergarten & 1st graders & this past year as a full time nanny with children ages 8 months to 7 years old. I've taken several classes in early...
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- $15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently a stay at home mom looking for part time work. For many years I worked within the public schools and taught modify behavior within the special education curriculum. I also have several years experience being a caregiver for Seniors as well with people who have developmental disabilities, from severe to moderate. I...
Mari G. says "I have known Christy since 1990. She is not only a friend of mine, but I have relied on her to watch my children and transport them on several occasions....
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello everyone, my name is Julie I've worked as a caregiver for over 10 years and with special needs now for over 6 years and have learned a lot in my time as a caregiver. I've worked with clients with Alzheimer's, dementia, special needs, and disabilities. Walking assistance and guidance assistance whether it is with a gait...
Travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Worked years in the hospital and then my passion became working with children in the foster/adoption field. I am the Licensing Specialist for a Licensed Child Placing Agency. I work with all different behaviors/ special needs and have lots of experience with foster parents. I have...
Transportation
live-in home care
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
I am a compassionate and experienced caregiver with five years of hands-on experience providing personalized support to individuals of all ages, including those with special needs. As a parent and caregiver within my own family, I bring a deep understanding of the importance of patience, empathy, and attentiveness in providing...
Live-in home care
home modification
errands
meal prep
dementia
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Making a difference in the lives of others is what drives me. With a graduate degree and three years of experience, I provide compassionate senior care, including respite, live-in support, transportation, personal care, light housekeeping, meal preparation, and assistance with mobility. I'm also experienced in dementia care and...
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- $20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
companionship
+ 1 more
Hello,
my name is Chukwuma. I live in Chicago, IL.
I have a Bsc degree in Anatomy & currently in medical school. Right now I'm on break indefinitely so as to sort out my finances before continuing.
My experience doing caregiving dates way back to high school.
I would care for my grandfather until he passed & my grandmother...
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- $15/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello, my name is Briana and I am a certified teacher with four years of experience with children and individuals with special needs such as autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, etc. I received my bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with an emphasis in family social services from Northern Illinois...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Hi I'm Janae I've been a babysitter most of my life. I myself am pretty creative n artsy I love painting, playing my instruments and being outside & reading so you'll never have to worry about your kid getting enough activities. I have the perfect personality to be a caretaker and to be part of your family. My rate is $25 an...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
I have been a teacher for eight years full time, and am looking for part-time work in baby-sitting while I return to graduate school. I have extensive experience with children with special needs including Autism, seizure disorders, cognitive impairments, etc. I love working with children of all ages and abilities.
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of March 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Calumet City, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Calumet City, IL are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Keairra M.
We had a wonderful initial interview with her arriving on time and making an excellent first impression. She's easy going and so far the...
- Nicole B.
Miriam M.
I hired Miriam to take care of my grandmother who has dementia. We have hired her for night shift and day shift . She truly has become a...
- Alexandrith B.
Kaylie T.
Kaylie was on time and very courteous. She was interested in our rules in regards to our children and wanted to follow our routines. The...
- Katelyn T.
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