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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Aurora, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Aurora, IL

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Jill G.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Those With Special Needs

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I love helping people. I have been fully engaged in this field since my graduation from the University of IL in 1990. I have worked approximately 30 years in Social Services in many capacities including In Home Care; Vacation care; Special Recreation; Special Olympics Coaching and day care.
5.0
"Jill is a gentle soul with a kind heart. She's wonderful with special needs. "

Nancy O.

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Stevie S.


Aurora, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Stevie, the owner of Be Yourself Inc., an all-girls group dedicated to supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Each day, we plan exciting outings such as movies, cooking classes, guided workouts, and boxing. Alongside these fun activities, we focus on life skills and community integration, helping our...
5.0
"Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!"

Kathy S.

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Lara B.


Aurora, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Present And Attentive Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom to 4 adult daughters. My youngest was born with Spina Bifida and is a paraplegic. I have 10 years caring for several families w/ twins (as early as 3 weeks) and a set of quads (6 weeks and premature) and 3 singletons. I have considerable experience w/ newborns multiples, toddlers, & children with special needs. I can...
Lara can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Lara was such a help for our family! She was especially good at reading our families needs and blending in with our routines. I totally trusted her with my twin toddlers!!!"

MaryCarol L.

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Elena S.


Aurora, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Engaging And Gentle Caretaker For Little Ones

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a young, married woman who left my corporate job over a year ago to come back to what I love - childcare! I have a decade of experience babysitting and nannying for a wide range of children and family situations, including infants as young as 1-month-old, children with special needs, and families with up to 5 children. I...
Elena can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Elena is very experienced, responsible, and reliable. She is kind and good-natured, creative and fun, understanding of children’s antics but also able to firmly set boundaries and expectations. She has experience with special needs. My children LOVE her. I highly...

Care member

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Yasmina R.


Aurora, IL

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Yasmina from Aurora Illinois I have two children and I have been working with children my entire life. I work at an elementary school as a teacher assistant with special needs and general education students. I love working with kids, and I am honest and efficient. Furthermore, I am responsible, respectful, patient, and caring. I...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I have nothing but good things to say about Yasmina, first off shes really punctual and polite , I just knew my kids will love her ,and they did. She kept on checking with me if my kids had any possible allergies , which I really appreciated, she was cautious and...

Salva A.

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Chelsea B.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr16 yrs exp

Full-time Provider Available

I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My 16 years of experience and background in education have equipped me with the skills to create a nurturing environment where children thrive. I believe in open communication with parents and regularly provide updates about...
Chelsea can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Chelsea has always been a very responsible person. From a very early age she has exhibited leadership qualities whether it be with her friends, relatives or peers at church. She always takes the initiative when it comes to goals and responsibilities. From a very...

Stephanie B.

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Bertha M.


Aurora, IL

$15/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have seven years experience as a caregiver in Alzheimer's/ stroke, heart disease, cancer recovery, hospice, etc. I enjoy seeing the relief that I can bring to my clients and the relief of their relatives.
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Lara B.


Aurora, IL

$25-50/hr

Looking for work / Special Needs

Full Time Caregiver/Mother To 16 Year Old With Spina Bifida. My daughter R has SB and is a paraplegic. She requires assistance with transfers, catheterization and meds. Over the years, Ive become quit comfortable navigating doctors, hospitals, medical testing and complications.
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Oyster P.


Aurora, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Sympathetic Caregiver for Special needs

Sympathetic Caregiver for Special needs
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Taylor D.


Aurora, IL

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher And Prospective Speech-Language Pathologist

My name is Taylor and I am a certified Special Education Teacher previously employed by Chicago Public Schools. I am currently working towards a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I specialize in accommodated/modified learning, working with students with disabilities, and teaching math and English/literature. I will...
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Emma P.


Aurora, IL

$23-35/hr10 yrs exp

Many Years

I have always had a passion for children. I started babysitting in my neighborhood when I was 11 and kept that going for many many years. I have worked for many years with special needs children. I nannied for a boy who is now 21 for 7 years. I also worked as a care giver part time at a young girls group home for special needs...
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Nancy A.


Aurora, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have a lot of experience with children and young adults with special needs. I have been a school psychologist for 25 years, and have a lot of background knowledge about various conditions. I used to work with families to provide respite care for their children in the evenings and weekends. I am very patient and caring with...
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Alma C.


Aurora, IL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

hello my name is alma I have 1 year of experience with a disable young woman she had a stroke and she was bound in a wheelchair with her left side paralyzed. I use to do personal hygiene change diapers and feed her.
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Pamela W.


Aurora, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Prior to 2012, I worked the public school districts 93 and 4 as a Reading Intervention Aide where I targeted and supported elementary aged students struggling to read. Since 2012 I have been working at Clare Woods Academy as a Paraprofessional working with a variety of ages and children with Special Needs... I. e. Autism, Downs...
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Hope M.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a childcare provider with over 30 years of professional experience and almost 20 years of experience as a mom. I have experience with all ages, from newborns to teens, multiples, neurodivergent children, and children with disabilities. I am CPR/First Aid/AED certified, including infant and pediatric certification, and...
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Hannah O.


Aurora, IL

$20-21/hr8 yrs exp

I Love Working With All Children. Special Needs Or Not They All Have A Special Place In My Heart.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My mom has ran a home daycare since I was 8 so I have been around children a ton. I have experience with kids ages 0-15. I have special needs experience and infant experience. I love doing arts and crafts with kids and playing games inside and outside. I am 100% flexible with needs such as transportation, grocery shopping, light...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Pamela W.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working for Clare Woods Academy for the past 13 years. I have extensive experience with special needs children, I. e. autism, Down's syndrome, learning disability, behavioral and O. D. D. Issues. I am also an RBT Therapist. Prior to the aforementioned I was a Readu Ing Intervention Aide,
Pamela can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Emma P.


Aurora, IL

$15-24/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Mom Looking To Love On More Littles

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am looking to find a family to be with long term. I currently have a full time nanny job watching an adorable almost 2-year-old and a spunky 7yo. Unfortunately they are moving out of state so I am looking for a full time nanny position. Start date can be flexible but would need to be no later than June. I have always had a...
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Rachel G.


Aurora, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny - Household Manager - Family Assistant

My nanny career began while I was finishing my bachelor's degree in history at North Central College. At the time, I intended it to be a temporary job. Soon after graduation, I worked at a law firm in the city and for a political campaign, but realized my heart was in spending time with kids. I find nannying extremely rewarding....
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kayla H.


Aurora, IL

$17-24/hr4 yrs exp

Worked 3 years as a lead teacher in a daycare center, babysat for 1 year for a family friend, and worked at the high school helping out special needs students for 1 year.
Kayla can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Aurora, IL

Jill G.

5.0

Jill has provided outstanding care for my adult special-needs daughter for 7 years and has become one of my daughter's best friends. She's taken my daughter on shopping trips, to restaurants and even the Caribbean for a cruise. We trust her completely and highly recommend her!

- Kevin F.

Stevie S.

5.0

Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!

- Kathy S.

Lara B.

5.0

Lara is our life saver. She is our part time nanny who started with us when my twins were 3 weeks old and has been with us for the last year. She comes with years of multiples experience and is great with children, especially newborns. She is punctual, willing to stay later if needed and always...

- Stephanie G.

Elena S.

5.0

Elena is very experienced, responsible, and reliable. She is kind and good-natured, creative and fun, understanding of children’s antics but also able to firmly set boundaries and expectations. She has experience with special needs. My children LOVE her. I highly recommend her.

- Care member

Yasmina R.

5.0

I have nothing but good things to say about Yasmina, first off shes really punctual and polite , I just knew my kids will love her ,and they did. She kept on checking with me if my kids had any possible allergies , which I really appreciated, she was cautious and very responsible. Would...

- Salva A.

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Ratings for Aurora, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.8 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Aurora, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.