Image of a nanny with a baby on her neck

Find a special needs nanny near you in Ottawa, IL

How often do you need a special needs nanny?

Hire a special needs nanny in Ottawa, IL

Jennifer M. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Jennifer

Ottawa, IL
$17/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

I love caring for children ever since I was young. It started of as volunteer work and ended up working in multiple facilities. Moved towards working with families big and small. I've had the opportunity of working with a former NBA player and his family.
I prioritize creating a nurturing and enriching environment for the little ones in my care. From engaging in educational activities to ensuring a healthy mealtime, I strive to provide the best possible care for your children.

I am committed and loyal to every family I work with. I have experience with having multiple children at a time.

I always went by this motto: I will treat every child under my care as if they were my own, and now that I am a mother myself I am so glad I always had that mentality. Don't hesitate to reach out. I'm here to provide the personalized care and attention your children deserve. Let's chat about how I can make a positive difference in the lives of your little ones.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Christina P. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Christina

Ottawa, IL
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is christina I've babysat for 6years for speal needs kids and babys all ages from helping them to helping you wether its helping clean or set the table

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Robyn L. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Robyn

Ottawa, IL
$15/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Robyn. I was a daycare teacher for 7 years. I worked as a nanny before that for three school age children. I have 2 boys ages 2 and almost 4 months. I worked as a nanny from May 2023 til Dec 2024. I would have to bring my boys with me.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

How often do you need a special needs nanny?

Sophia B. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Sophia

Ottawa, IL
$17/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I'm 17, I love to care for and protect children. I attend IVCC from noon to 3pm on weekdays and would be available on weekends. I also took a Vocational Child Care class in high school that would assist me in teaching and caring for your children!

Have experience working with

Special Needs
Anai V. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Anai

Ottawa, IL
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Anai Velasco, I graduated this year and I’m planning on becoming a preschool teacher so I would love to gain more experience being around children. I was also a preschool teacher at Ottawa high school and I work at the YMCA for the after school program so I have a lot of experience with kids. I’m currently enlisted in the Marine Corps and plan to go to college after my service to become a preschool teacher.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Delaney B. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Delaney

Ottawa, IL
$15/hr
Part-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Hey there! My name is Delaney I am a 22 year old college student going into wildlife conservation and rehabilitation. I have a passion for nature and animals and taking care of things that can’t quite take care of themselves. I am an older sister of 5 and a long experienced nanny. I have worked locally and professionally in child care spending the last two years working at a children’s equine therapy center assisting children with a wide range of disabilities in horse assisted therapy. I am very confident with children of all ages and well educated in neurodivergent areas. I am comfortable around animals of all sizes as well. I would love to be an asset to your family please feel free to reach out with any questions.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

Want to find more special needs child care in your area?

Get Started
Danielle D. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Danielle

Ottawa, IL
$25/hr
Part-time
7 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello, my name is Danielle. I just moved here from Chicago. I have tons of nannying experience. I love what I do, and I’m ready to find my new family/match.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Jaya M. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Jaya

Ottawa, IL
$15/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

I am a single mother I have a 1 year old daughter I love babysitting and have babysat a lot of other children

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Nicole O. - Seeking Work in Ottawa

Nanny Nicole

Ottawa, IL
$15/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Nicole, I love children and have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, I used to baby sit my cousin who has autism and his step brother who were at the time 5 years old. I used to also babysit for a 3 month old baby, and a 1 year old. I am CPR certified and a CNA.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

We’re here for you at every step of the process

Finding your nanny

Finding your nanny

Create your profile and connect with nannies that fit your needs.
Hiring your nanny

Hiring your nanny

Run a background check and finalize the details.
Paying your nanny

Paying your nanny

Ease the process of payments and taxes with our payroll service.
Start Your Search
Assortment of photographs arranged loosely on top of one another

Share your nanny with another family

Enjoy attentive care and have playmates for your kids, all at a reasonable cost.
Learn about nanny sharing

Start browsing special needs child care near you

Nearby cities to find a special needs nanny

How to Hire Special Needs Child Care in Ottawa,IL

First, you should understand your requirements and preferences for this position and create your special needs nanny job. Then, as you find candidates that you like, you can message them to learn more about them. After you found the right candidate, you can take advantage of Nanny Lane’s services, including background checks, PLUS, and nanny payroll.

Common Responsibilities of Special Needs Child Care in Ottawa,IL

The roles and responsibilities of a nanny caring for a child with special needs vary from position to position. Special needs nannies have diverse experiences with different needs and abilities. If your child has a consistent schedule or meals that they like to eat, your nanny’s responsibilities can include pick up/drop-off, meal preparation, and any other tasks needed to ensure the children’s well-being. It is essential to take these factors into account when determining how much you should pay a special needs nanny.

Interview Questions for Special Needs Child Care in Ottawa,IL

As you start to find your favorite candidates for your special needs nanny position, invite them to a nanny interview. Here’s a list of some nanny interview questions to consider asking:

  • What's your experience caring for children with special needs?
  • How comfortable are you with following a routine?
  • Have you taken any special training?
  • Have you ever had an emergency or difficult situation while caring for a child with special needs?

At the end of the interview, if you’d like to move forward with the candidate, you can ask for references to learn more about their experiences.

Contracts for Special Needs Child Care in Ottawa,IL

Once you have the right candidate for your special needs nanny job, you should present the candidate a job offer. This stage is an opportunity to foster open communication before they start or a situation arises. After presenting your job offer, facilitate a discussion between your family and your special needs nanny to clarify any confusion. Once you have found an agreement with your special needs nanny, you can document this in a contract.

Popular searches in
Ottawa, IL