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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 $16/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Barrington, IL

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Nicole P.


Island Lake, IL

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Been Working With Children Of All Ages For More Then Ten Years

4.5

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting when I was 10. I have taken care of children of all ages newborn-teenage. I have worked as a babysitter but mostly as a full time nanny/ house manager. I have experience with multiples as well as special needs. I am also CPR/first-aid certified. I do not have children of my own but do have a niece and a...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Nicole was phenomenal with my son. It is quite difficult to find a babysitter/nanny with such patients, understanding, and kindness. My child is Autistic, and nonverbal. He connected with her rather quickly. Nicole did great with keeping up with my sons routines....

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Sarah N.


Lake Zurich, IL

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello My name is Sarah. I have recently, retired from working after 29 years. I have worked with special needs/senior adults in all capacities. I have decided now that I would like to work only part time with the elderly. I'm looking more for companion/assistant positions. I don't have the medical background so I'm not able to...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, errands, transportation, light cleaning
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Laura D.


Cary, IL

$10-26/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs And Senior Caregiver

I have 30+ years caring for children and adults with special needs, including people in our aging generation living with dementia. I am passionate about advocating for those who cannot advocate for themselves. I am compassionate, caring and reliable.
Laura can also help with: Respite care, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, dementia, hospice services & more
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Olivia T.


Palatine, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver- Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Olivia! I am currently 26 years old and will be starting graduate school for Occupational Therapy at Drake University. I have been working in the special needs field since I was in high school. I was a volunteer for a local special recreation association when I first started out, and then I became an inclusion...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Nori C.


Palatine, IL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter Available Some Evenings And Some Weekends, Also Experienced With Special Needs

I am a mother of two grown children, a grandmother of a 20 yr old young lady . Who works part time as a school bus assistant and also a Zumba instructor. Love the spark of life children put in my days! Seems I am always surrounded by them. :) I have been working for District 15 for 26 years now while in between routes I teach...
Nori can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Holly B.


Palatine, IL

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

At Home Sitter

I am a reading teacher in Schaumburg and am looking for a child to watch over the summer. I have a 2-year-old daughter who would love a playmate. We will be going on lots of walks, playing in the backyard, and reading tons of books this summer!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently I have enjoyed nanny/Babysitter positions for several families throughout past 6 years. The children and I have enjoyed many activities and adventures together. For the past 20 years, I have worked in early childhood development, ages newborn to 12 including, children with special needs. Previous to that, I spent 5...
Traci can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Grace C.


Lake Zurich, IL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I currently a fitness instructor at Life Time in LZ I am a very energetic, reliable, patient, and fun-loving person. I enjoy doing crafts, activities, and playing games with kids. I have had experience babysitting for children 3 weeks old to children who are 14 years of age and some children with special needs. I have...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Monica T.


Palatine, IL

$20-35/hr9 yrs exp

Highly Experienced And Caring Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Greetings families! I am currently in school obtaining my bachelor's degree in Nursing. I am actively seeking and open to starting immediately. I've been a nanny for many years, therefore I'm highly experienced. Teaching, caring, and being a part of children's growth is a part of what I love to do. I am very trustworthy,...
Monica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

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Ella T.


Crystal Lake, IL

$17-50/hr4 yrs exp

About Me !

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi , my name is Ella , I attend mchenry county college and i'm looking for a summer job that has a stable schedule and welcoming home. I'd describe my personality as creative, optimistic and outgoing. I love working with kids and being someone they can come to for advice. I started working with kids when I was 14. I've had...
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Anne B.


Lake Zurich, IL

$10-15/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

I plan on attending Physician Assistant school in the future and have been working as a personal assistant to adults with physical disabilities for the past 2. 5 years. Specifically, I have worked with one individual with Cerebral palsy and two individuals with Spinal muscular atrophy. I find this job to be incredibly...
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Kasey K.


Crystal Lake, IL

$15-30/hr

Part-Time Caregiver

Currently, I work as a BCBA (board certified behavior analyst) for children with Autism. I have been in this field for 8 years and I love my job! I am in direct contact with the kiddos (2-17 years old), but also work with the caregivers.
I'm currently going to university for a degree in Elementary Education with a minor in English Education. I'm two years into my program, and I love it! I'm the oldest child in a family of otherwise all boys, and I've been taking care of them and other children through babysitting since I was 13 (my brothers called me mom when...
Karin can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Hi! My name ia Kristina! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person, and I am 28 years old. I love working with individuals of all ages! I used to be a camp counselor for about 7 years, and I have 10+ years of experience working with children, and volunteering in special education. I can help with Cooking, Crafts, Light...
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Paola N.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$16-18/hr4 yrs exp

My Goal Is To Graduate From College As A Preschool Teacher.

Hi, I'm Paola and I love kids! I have been babysitting since 2021, and have experience with preemies, children, teenagers and everything in between . I'm dependable and honest. I've nannied for many families before, and I have experience with special needs (autism, etc). I enjoy playing outside, arts and crafts, and reading...
Paola can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Hello my name is Livvy and I am looking for a summer job!! I go to the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and I also play on the women's soccer team there! I love kids! I am VERY energetic, outgoing, fun, and I never stop moving! I am a soccer coach for special Olympics and I play on a unified soccer team called team USA ran...
Hello my name is Mikayla, and I am currently in school to become an elementary teacher! I love working with kids and get along well with animals. I also have experience working with children with special needs. First Aid trained, and can do light housework and prepare meals if needed. I have my own car. and am flexible with...
Mikayla can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Moureen N.


Hoffman Estates, IL

$21/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

My name is Maureen currently seeking opportunities to work with families. I am a compassionate female residing in Hoffman Estates. I have a good experience providing a full range of services directed toward the therapeutic care and rehabilitation of both young and adults with autism and other physical challenges. I provide...
Moureen can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, respite care
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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:

CPR

First Aid

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Sophia A.


Rolling Meadows, IL

$17-20/hr

Experienced And Patient Nanny

Hello, my name is Sophia and I have been babysitting/nannying for over 10 year! My mom is a special needs teacher in district 34, and I have years of experience going in to help with her students. Additionally, I was a part of a high school class that allowed me to work one-on-one with a teenager who had Down syndrome for one...

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