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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Barrington, IL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Barrington, IL

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Lisa D.


Barrington, IL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

College Graduate

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(Bachelor Of Science In Therapeutic Recreation) & Health-Care Professional Of 9 Years. I am a college graduate from Indiana University (2010) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Recreation and a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and CPR & First Aid...
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Elena R.


Barrington, IL

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

My name is Elena and I graduated from Valparaiso University in May 2024. I studied psychology and sociology. I have had a great passion for working with kids my whole life. I work at a school as a teachers aide. I work at a school that serves a population of kids with severe autism, behavioral issues, and medical issues. The...
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Amanda F.


Barrington, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time

I am a full time special education teacher in cook county. I just started my 5th year teaching and am still loving it!
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Sophia P.


Barrington, IL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Sophia P. I am a rising junior in college at Virginia Tech studying architecture. I love kids and have worked with them in the past in both babysitting and volunteering at a therapeutic riding center for special needs kids. I am patient, responsible, organized, fun and active. My schedule is very flexible (day and time)...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Alexis F.


Barrington, IL

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Alexis F., Babysitter

Hello! My name is alexis f., I am 18 years old, and I have just graduated from Barrington high school. I plan to study elementary education, as well as political science. I would describe myself as kind, funny, and useful. I have been involved in various elementary educational classes since my freshman year of high school. I...
Alexis can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Chinelle M.


Barrington, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Full-Time Loving Babysitter

3.0

(2)

I am a mother to four beautiful children. I also have experience working in childcare as a Director and lead teacher of 15+ years I am currently working at a behavioral health hospital as a Supervisor of 8+ years I have experience working With newborn toddler, preschoolers, pre-K , preteen and young adults. I also have...
Chinelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We interviewed Chinelle and my husband and I thought she was great. A good communicator, great personality and a lot of experience with kids. She was punctual and very willing to meet in person as well."

April B.

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Morgan M.


Wauconda, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Meet Me! :)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I would be so excited to be a part of the family! My passion in life is helping and caring for others, especially children! I am currently attending Grad School to get my Masters in Speech Language Pathology, preferably for children with special needs. I am CPR / First Aid Certified & renewed those certifications this year...
Morgan can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease and never anxious about being left with someone new. It was a delightful experience."

Susan O.

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Maria D.


Lake in the Hills, IL

$18-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a nurturing and dependable caregiver with over 25 years of experience with children of all ages (infants, toddlers, school age). I have also cared for older adults that needed a caregiver and had special needs. As a former teacher, I understand that each child may learn differently, which is why my care-giving approach is...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maria is a fabulous sitter. She is caring and nurturing and very reliable."

Michelle K.

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Judith C.


Palatine, IL

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver and Respite Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with all ages and a wide variety of special needs clients. I have 14 plus years of experience both professionally and personally. I have a BA degree and am certified in CPR, CPI, DSP and QRMP. I've done substitute teaching in IL and taken First Aid. I love this line of work and can honestly say that I love going to...
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Nicoleta R.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$25-35/hr3 yrs exp

Licensed Practical Nurse

I am a nurse for over 9 years and a CNA for more than 10 years. I do my job with passion because I believe it is more than a job, I believe it is a calling. I am a mother and wife and I have worked with families that have considered me as part of their family. I am dependable, flexible and a positive person. I am honest and I am...
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Robin F.


Lake in the Hills, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver With A Smile

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've been a stay at home Mom/ Licensed Massage Therapist for 25 + years. My oldest child is 30, and my youngest just turned 20. I am looking for part time caregiver position. I have worked with elderly care, handicapped, disabled, learning disabled, ADHD, special needs, of teenagers to senior citizens. My son was a quadriplegic...
Robin can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance, dementia & more
5.0
"I met Robin during the most difficult time in her life. She was facing the challenges of dealing with her son who was hit by a drunk driver and paralyzed from the neck down. Although she was facing many new challenges, Robin was also responsible to hire and...

Luciana S.

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Megan P.


Palatine, IL

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

21 Years Old, Palatine,IL,Elementary Education Major

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Families! I am an Education Major at Mizzou and will be a senior in the fall. I can start immediately - days, nights, weekends, and with little notice. I have a reliable, safe SUV to drive your children. I enjoy kids of all ages and abilities. I bring several years of experience being a nanny to a family with special needs....
Megan can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Great with children, very polite"

Chris D.

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Laurie B.


Palatine, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experience with Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have about 5 years of experience in special ed. I was a teachers aide at kirk school in Palatine for 3 years. I have also been a private caregiver for an adult male with special needs.
5.0
"Fabulous person, smart, kind, punctual."

Gloria T.

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Judith C.


Palatine, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver/Respite

I have worked with children of all ages in both in home and in school settings. I have also worked with special needs children and their families. I enjoy meeting the developmental needs of the children I work with no matter what stage of development they are in. I treat each child/person as an individual and meet the needs of...
Judith can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Judy is amazing! She is an angel who goes above and beyond and her expertise with special needs is like having a doctor, nurse, teacher, therapist and social worker rolled into one loving person who becomes a member of the family. We thank Judy for her tender...

Deborah N.

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Sarah S.


Schaumburg, IL

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Sarah. I am looking for a full time nanny position with a loving family. I'm looking to utilize my 11 and a half years of child care experience and knowledge in growth development by providing good guidance and exceptional care as a professional live out nanny. I also have two and a half years experience with...
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I have observed Sarah to be a wonderful caregiver. She is very organized and timely. She is a great communicator with both children and adults. Sarah is extremely caring, always thinking of others needs and their safety. Sarah is engaging, always looking for...

Melissa C.

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Moriah B.


Lake in the Hills, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I provide excellent care services by having clear, structured expectations and offering fun, engaging activities. I am experienced with a diverse variety of needs and ages. Below is a summary of my experience/qualifications: -Currently a teacher, pursuing Special Ed accreditation (1 yr) -Teaching assistant/after school care...
Moriah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We wish Moriah still cared for my son but she just moved out of the area. She met my son who is not that verbal and engaged him within a few minutes . She always looked past his disability and treated him like he was a typical child but with great skill able to...

Margarita M.

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Caitlin L.


Wauconda, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Full/part Time Caregiver

I have spent the past year or so working at a facility for the mentally and developmentally disabled, working as a Hab aide.
5.0
"Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across the care she provides to families! I'm blown away by her skills, her determination, and her attention to detail. If you hire...

Alexis A.

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Karyn L.


Arlington Heights, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver

Over the last 18 years, I have worked with adult and children who have developmental disabilities. This includes one on one settings, as well as group settings. My job is to ensure the safety and well being of all individuals with whom I work and care for. Additionally, I create programs to assist with community integration. I...
5.0
"I am pleased to have the opportunity to provide a letter of recommendation for Karyn B. Karyn is an extremely reliable, punctual, responsible, trustworthy, organized and professional individual who has taken on numerous responsibilities both inside and outside of...

Heather S.

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Moriah B.


Lake in the Hills, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hello! I am seeking occasional work in the Lake in the Hills area (within 10-20 miles is ideal). I am fairly flexible with hours but do work varying shifts so please reach out to me to inquire about certain days or times. Unfortunately, I am not accepting recurring jobs at this time. Previously employed as a teaching...
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Norma M.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have cared for children with autism and Down syndrome, ADD/HD. I worked at School District 95 Special Education Department.
5.0
"Norma is the best! Very professional and helpful with our special needs son. "

Scott G.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Barrington, IL

Chinelle M.

5.0

We interviewed Chinelle and my husband and I thought she was great. A good communicator, great personality and a lot of experience with kids. She was punctual and very willing to meet in person as well.

- April B.

Morgan M.

5.0

Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease and never anxious about being left with someone new. It was a delightful experience.

- Susan O.

Maria D.

5.0

Maria is a fabulous sitter. She is caring and nurturing and very reliable.

- Michelle K.

Robin F.

5.0

Robin was kind and so gentle as she cared for our 100 year old mom who needed help transferring initially and then was bed ridden by the end. Her compassion and respect during each stage for was beautiful.

- Margaret M.

Megan P.

5.0

Great with children, very polite

- Chris D.

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