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

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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Yasmina R.


Aurora, IL

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Yasmina , I am a mother of two kids and am currently working at an elementary school where I support students with special needs. I enjoy helping them learn , grow and have fun . I understand how important is when it comes to your little ones, and I look forward to creating a safe and joyful experience for your...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Kasie C.


Aurora, IL

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Kasie, I am a graduate student looking to work with families for pet or child care. I have experience with classroom instruction (middle school - college level). I also have experience working with children with special needs (~3 years). I have a bachelor's degree in biology and am pursuing my masters in...
Kasie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
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Nancy A.


Aurora, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Care-Giver Available

I am an experienced mom and educator, but young at heart! I have raised two children, now ages 26 and 29. I have had the good fortune to work with children for 33 years in an educational setting, ranging in age from 3-14. I have had extensive experience with children with special needs. In spite of my age (58), I am physically...
Nancy can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Gloria G.


Aurora, IL

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Raised 5 children of my own. plus an additional 15 years experience with child care from new born to young adults, as well as special needs with 6 years experience. Grandma of 10
Gloria can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Melanie M.


Aurora, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

CNA, DSP & Medical Assistant

My name is Melanie and I've always had a passion for working with individuals with special needs and those who cannot do for themselves. I have been working as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) for the last four years in nursing homes with the elderly and in a hospital with a wide variety of cases. In addition I have worked as...

Sylivia N.


Aurora, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

I Am A Mother And A Nurse With Compassionate Care.

I am a mother, wife, and registered Nurse with wide experience working with children of all ages and special needs.
Sylivia can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Victoria K.


Aurora, IL

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter/Nanny

I have been babysitting for about 6 years. My most recent recurring position was for a family with 3 children, one of whom had special needs. I was with that family for about 2 years before I left for college, and occasionally helped out throughout college, as the children grew up. I am looking for summer jobs, as well as...
Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rebecca P.


Aurora, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Graduate With Extensive Experience

Hello everyone! My name is Rebecca, and I have been babysitting and taking care of children since I was 15. I have worked with all age groups, from newborns to teenagers. Additionally, I have 1. 5 years of experience in a children's behavioral health clinic. I have experience with special needs, food allergies, and many...
Rebecca can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Emily B.


Wheaton, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Fun-Loving Nanny With Experience!

5.0

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Hi, my name is Emily! I am a licensed paraprofessional and substitute teacher, with experience from babies to young adults! I have also been a nanny since 2017. With all of my years nannying, I have cared for only children and multiple siblings (and have overseen countless play dates), and I am comfortable with pretty much any...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She has such a kindhearted spirit and is amazing with kids. She is a safe driver and great cook!"

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Gina S.


Wheaton, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Independent Person/ Specialize With Alzheimer's /Dementia And Parkinson's/ Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Concierge Service / Assisted Living Elder Care/ Child Care/ Special Needs Care/ I Offer the following: * Covid Vaccinated* Friendly Companionship * Bathing & Dressing Assistance * Errands * Light Housekeeping * Meal Preparation * Shopping * Flexible Hourly Care * Specialize & Certified With Alzheimer's & Dementia * Hospice Care*...
Gina can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Gina was a loving, caring and professional caregiver loved by the entire family."

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Gina S.


Wheaton, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Gina Marie's Concierge Service

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Gina Marie (NON-AGENCY) and I offer the following services: * Friendly Companionship * Bathing and Dressing * Errands * Light Housekeeping * Meal preparation * Medication Reminder * Shopping * Flexible Hourly Care * Transportation * Certified in Memory Loss and Human Services...
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Paula E.


North Aurora, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Help-N-U At Home

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love working with people of all ages. I have many years of experience working with infants, young children and the elderly. I'm currently a caregiver to my mother and tend to her needs as needed. I also have over 40 years on and off assisting special needs individuals in the private sector as well as various organizations...
Paula can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My husband and I have known Paula and her family for many years. Paula provided respite care services for our severe and profound developmentally disabled daughter for several years. Our daughter now lives in a Intermediate Care Facility. Paula was extremely...

Janet P.

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Muriel C.


Batavia, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Caring, And Patient Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a wife and mother of 2 young adults who has lived in the tri-cities for 28 years. I have worked as an outdoor education nature and science teacher for 10 years at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia, IL. During this time period, I taught all age groups, from preschoolers to adults. When special needs...
5.0
"I highly recommend Muriel for watching children, including those with special needs. Muriel has been kind, patient, and understanding while caring for my two boys, one of whom has special needs. She has shown attentiveness in ensuring the safety and well-being of...

Jeff H.

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Tamara A.


West Chicago, IL

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked for help at home which was Lutheran social services prior to that I've worked with many different clients ranging from dementia and Parkinson's disease along with special need children I've worked for over 12 years
Tamara can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"A joy to have around. Does the little things that count."

Robert And Susan F.

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Wendy P.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Loving Caregiver Seeking Part Time Position To Make A Positive Difference

If you are looking for a kind, patient and compassionate person to assist you or your loved one, I could be just what you are looking for. I am seeking a part time position to provide companionship and assistance with other needs such as light house work, errands, meal prep., appointments, etc. I am energetic, out-going,...
5.0
"Wendy is AMAZING! My husband and I cannot say enough about her and the amazing experience our daughter had with her! We came from out of state for a wedding and never left our daughter with anyone besides our family before. Wendy took the time to video with us...

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Taylor K.


Geneva, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently an Early Childhood Special Education teacher who has worked with both typically developing children and children with additional needs including autism, social communication disorder, down syndrome, speech delays, developmental delays and OHI.
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Sydney R.


Batavia, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sydney, I am 24 years old and a student at the Chamberlain University. I am studying nursing with the goal to be a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. I am the oldest out of 3 and helped out a lot with my siblings when they were younger. I have a wide range of experience watching kids from infants to pre-teens as well...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She frequently cares for my children (ages 4 and 7), and I have often observed her patience and creatively with my boys. She is a role...

Andrea W.

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Lillian H.


Plainfield, IL

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Fun Grandmotherly Sitter Who Adores Children

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm a warm, responsible and mature woman with many years of experience taking care of all ages of children, including those with special needs. I believe in doing all kinds of age appropriate activities with little ones as it helps them grow and learn. I will do crafts, use building toys, read and play games with your children,...
Lillian can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lillian provided excellent care for our daughter. She is a very caring individual. She cared for our daughter when she was a toddler and she always found ways to keep her entertained through playing together, singing songs, reading books, and other activities. "

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Clemonce M.


Wheaton, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had a good amount of experience with special needs from young to old. I have been working through Care for sometime now and love the families I work for. I am very positive and upbeat, very patient and kind, and do everything I can to make my client feel loved and comfortable and happy.
5.0
"Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She is very dependable. Punctual and very dependable! She is sweet and kind! And is a very hard worker! She compassionate and...

Elle A.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Aurora, IL

Emily B.

5.0

Emily nannied for me for a year and she still helps me with the kids whenever I need her. Emily is punctual, responsive, reliable, and treats my children like they are her own. My kids adore her and are so happy every time they get to spend time with her. She’s a part of our family and always will...

- Care member

Gina S.

5.0

Gina was a loving, caring and professional caregiver loved by the entire family.

- Care member

Paula E.

5.0

She is punctual, kind, and caring. She was great with my 2.5 year old and will rehire.

- Care member

Muriel C.

5.0

I highly recommend Muriel for watching children, including those with special needs. Muriel has been kind, patient, and understanding while caring for my two boys, one of whom has special needs. She has shown attentiveness in ensuring the safety and well-being of my children, and demonstrates a...

- Jeff H.

Tamara A.

5.0

A joy to have around. Does the little things that count.

- Robert And Susan F.

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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 17 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.