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53 special needs caregivers are listed in Belvidere, IL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Belvidere, IL

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Devyn M.


Belvidere, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

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My name is Devyn . I just graduated from Boylan High school! I have a lot of experience with children, and I love working with them! I have been working at Gigi's Playhouse for 6 years now, so I am qualified and comfortable watching children with special needs! I am very responsive to parents instructions. I'm a very positive...
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Sydney M.


Belvidere, IL

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sydney. I have been watching kids ages ranging from 0-12 for the past 7 years, including special needs kids. I have babysat newborn twins, I have babysat a child with cerebral palsy since she was infancy to 7 years old. I have babysat a 5-year-old child who had autism for about 5 years. Overall, I have a lot of...
Sydney can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Shaina B.


Belvidere, IL

$21/hr10 yrs exp

My Passion Is Caring For Others!

2.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 45 years of experience I can help with Home Care and Personal Care. I've worked with many families up to and including end of life care, stroke, dementia, and disability clients. I strive to make life easier and comfortable for those who are in my care. My strength exceeds my age, I can effortlessly lift clients to...
Shaina can also help with: Companionship, dementia, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Miranda L.


Rockford, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Nanny/Mother's Helper Jobs!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

As a big sister of two little brothers, and a member of a large extended family (with lots of little cousins!), my love for kids has only grown over the years. Kids are my passion, and I always feel comfortable around them. I love to play, teach, and create with children, as I've always been a very creative and driven person...
Miranda can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
5.0
"Miranda interviewed with us for a full time nanny position. She was punctual, organized, and truthful. Her references were wonderful and all of them commented on how she was not just a babysitter who sat on the phone and watched TV. They said she interacted with...

Jamie B.

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Jessica I.


Rockford, IL

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time/Full Time Care giving

I have over 13 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities, and I have a strong passion for this work. As the eldest child in my family, I have had ample experience caring for infants and preschool aged children. Most of my experience is working with children and young adults ranging in age from 3 to 18+ years...
5.0
"Jessica is a great employee! She is passionate, up-beat and a hard worker. She takes initiative and asks questions when she has them. She dies a great job building rapport with families, co-workers and those she assists. She's worked with individuals with a variety...

Kuenzi D.

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Leah G.


Rockford, IL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Leah. I am a 27-year-old woman. Professionally, I worked at a High School for 3 years in the Special Education Department. In the 3 years, I worked with kids of many different backgrounds and needs. I have always had a giving personality and love to help people. I know it takes a cheerful and encouraging...
Parents! Still looking for your full or part time forever caregiver, but you need more time? Hi! My name is Geralyn and I'd love to fill in while you look. I relocated to Rockford to be closer to family a year ago, and live here March-Dec. My previous position prior to moving was getting to care for a fun, loving, speech...
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Eunice A.


Rockford, IL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I have four years professional experience looking after children. I studied nursing for 2 years and now I changed majors and I m available for short term and regular sits most evenings. I'm creative and especially love drawing and painting with kids! Great with all ages, from newborn to teen :) I've been working with...
Eunice can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hello, my name is Kaitlyn and I am 25 years old. I have 4 years of experience in working with individuals with special needs. I have volunteered and worked with them at multiple summer camps, and I used to work with special needs adults 21 years and older. In the time I've had the privilege and pleasure of working with these...
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Kimberly W.


Rockford, IL

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate, Great Communicator And Hard Working.

I have a medical assistant background and I have done in home care and facility care for elderly and special needs. I can assist with daily functions of hygiene, feeding, mobility, companionship, as well as providing security, patience and compassion. I can help with maintaining your loved one's schedules and appointments.
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands, live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Kimberly has taken care of my 85 year-old mother several days a week for more than a year. Her energy, warm personality, and great sense of humor made her my mom’s favorite! She is prompt, professional, and always willing to go the extra mile to meet the needs of...

Marshall P.

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Darcy N.


Rockford, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I am compassionate and willing to help in all areas of your needs . I have experience in : transferring, feeding and bathing . I am reliable and I am very patient .
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Kathleen K.


Rockford, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Worked in a nursing home rehab center for 12 years took care of a wide range of patients with all types of disorders am considerate and patient enjoy helping people
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Kaitlyn H.


Cherry Valley, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Part-Time Flexible Babysitter

Hi! Welcome to my profile. My name is Kaitlyn, and I am 25 years old. I have lived in the Cherry Valley area for about 17 years. I enjoy watching children of all ages, and have a few years of experience caring for them in after school care facilities, as well as private babysitting. I love kids and would love to provide you...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kaitlyn is awesome! She babysat my two boys. She is flexible and sends us updates. My son asked when she was going to babysit again because he loved having her around! Highly recommend! "

Johana A.

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Olivia W.


Rockford, IL

$16-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Olivia I am 21 years old and currently in college. I am home for the summer and looking for a fun summer job. I have been babysitting for years for family members and several others families not related to me. I am very active, easy going, and joyful. I'm always looking for new activities or games to play with...
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Jodi M.


Rockford, IL

$25/hr6 yrs exp

While I was in high school I was fortunate enough to work developed mentally adults. I was responsible for their ADL and goals. The most rewarding job out there.
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Haley C.


Rockford, IL

$14-25/hr2 yrs exp

Care taker that is capable of meeting all needs. I've nannied for many special needs babies and children before.
Hi there! I'm Tatiana, and I've been working with kids for 2 years now. I started as a para at a school for students with autism in the kindergarten room and loved it. Now, I'm at a public school as a speech therapy assistant with students aged 5-8, including some with special needs. In my spare time, I go to the gym and help...
Tatiana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tatiana is so patient and thoughtful as a caregiver for our 2-year-old! He asks about her when he has not seen her in a while. She is detail-oriented and asks open questions to understand his needs and preferences and how they are different depending on the day....

Maddy S.

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Lynn D.


Rockford, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely love children and babies! Please check out my reviews! I treat the children I care for as if they were my own family. My experience entails all ages, including children and young adults with autism and intellectual disabilities. I am reliable. You can count on me to be there. I am also qualified with Special Needs...
Lynn can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lynn is awesome. Only been here once and a huge relief. She is wonderfully caring towards my Dad. Both physically and even emotionally. I already consider her a friend. If she’s open, hire her. You’ll be happy you did"

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Sherry D.


Hampshire, IL

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Warm And Patient Childcare Provider Available For Full-time Or Part-time/occassional Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Worked 4 day weeks as a Nanny for 5 years with child diagnosed within Autism Spectrum with some developmental delays. Child was 2 1/2 - 7 1/2 years old during this period. Also cared for younger sibling who was 2 years younger and required standard care. Continued occasional date night care through now, children are now 13 and...
5.0
"Sherry has been amazing with our family. She I'd the only person outside of immediate family that we've allowed to watch our ASD child! She is wonderful with him and my daughter! There kids always look forward to her coming over because they know they'll have a...

Rhonda H.

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Tiffany S.


Clare, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom of An Adorable Duo Looking To Care for Yours Too

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun, energetic and a compassionate mother with 21 years as a Mom. I have raised my 2 children alone. One special needs boy 21 and a girl 18 years old. My children are my life, and I have very lovely memories of them being little. I live for those days and feel that my calling is being a mother. My job as a mother is not...
Tiffany can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tiffany is wonderful with children and she knows her job very well. Will stay late if you need her to and will go that extra mile. I would hire her again in a minute if I was looking for someone. If you need any other information please feel free to email me. "

Laura B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Belvidere, IL

Miranda L.

5.0

Miranda is a super-sweet, down to earth, value-minded person and fun to boot! She is always on time (usually a few minutes early) and always happy to hang out and help. Love her!

- Sarena M.

Jessica I.

5.0

Jessica is a great employee! She is passionate, up-beat and a hard worker. She takes initiative and asks questions when she has them. She dies a great job building rapport with families, co-workers and those she assists. She's worked with individuals with a variety of disability related needs and...

- Kuenzi D.

Kimberly W.

5.0

Kimberly has taken care of my 85 year-old mother several days a week for more than a year. Her energy, warm personality, and great sense of humor made her my mom’s favorite! She is prompt, professional, and always willing to go the extra mile to meet the needs of those who are in her care and make...

- Marshall P.

Kaitlyn H.

5.0

Kaitlyn is awesome! She babysat my two boys. She is flexible and sends us updates. My son asked when she was going to babysit again because he loved having her around! Highly recommend!

- Johana A.

Tatiana M.

5.0

Tatiana is so patient and thoughtful as a caregiver for our 2-year-old! He asks about her when he has not seen her in a while. She is detail-oriented and asks open questions to understand his needs and preferences and how they are different depending on the day. She provides a form (that she created...

- Maddy S.

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