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Special needs caregivers in Byron, IL
Amber T.
Byron, IL
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
I've Been Watching Kids For 4 Years. There Fun To Be Around. Looking For A Summer Job, after noon.
I have been a nanny to a family of five ages ranging from 5 months to 8 years old. I do it all! What mom doesn't? I have worked with special needs children as well.
Amber can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Alexa P.
Winnebago, IL
$16-21/hr • 2 yrs exp
CPR certified and medical student with experience in taking care of people with dementia, autism, ADHD, anxiety, and depression of all ages. Caregiving is my passion, and I feel no greater purpose than being able to help others. Please reach out for any further questions, and I will be glad to discuss everything in greater...
5.0
(4)
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
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.
Lynn D.
Rockford, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(10)
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, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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"
Care member
Paula M.
Rochelle, IL
$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Since 2016., I have been a caregiver for a C6 female incomplete Quadriplegic, ROM exercises, bowel program, bathing and dressing. Light housework. All transfers in and out of the wheelchair done with a slide board. My daughter was born with a Grade II IVH, acquired Hydrocephalic and is mildly delayed. I had my Mother live in my...
5.0
"Absolutely excellent caregiver. Good communicator, punctual and efficient, personable and thoughtful. We will always look to Paula for any future needs."
Stuart W.
Hannah F.
Chana, IL
$15-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
I am a fun, outgoing, 23-year-old. I have experience with watching multiple children at once that range from ages 5 weeks premature to 12 years old. My abilities range from cooking, cleaning, bathing, putting to sleep and daily routines such as homework and projects, I am CPR certified, have experience working at a daycare...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hannah has watched my kids on and off for years. She's been around children most of her life is is great with them. She's very accommodating."
Brandy G.
5.0
(1)
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.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with infants, children and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, especially with those on the autism spectrum providing 1:1 learning, individualized care, therapeutic support & training, behavioral intervention, community integration and play activities for over 25 years. This is not "my job" -...
5.0
"Thank you Mariza, working with you was a pleasure! Thank you for advocating on my behalf and being completely transparent about everything. You are professional and compassionate. The amount of care and dedication that you put into your work is apparent, you were...
Rachieda W.
I worked as PCT for almost a year for special needs children and adults who aged between 2-58. Also have previously worked with dementia residents.
Julian can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
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: Transportation, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep, errands
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.
Samantha F.
Oregon, IL
$15-16/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
As a passionate and experienced childcare provider, I aim to create a nurturing environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential. With over 6 years of experience, I have honed my skills in caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens.
My patient and nurturing personality, coupled with my...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Early Education
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
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.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with all aged children and students. I have volunteer experience at my home church for over 10 years. I have been babysitting since I was at least 13 years old. I have also worked in Day Care with Tutor-Time, Kindercare Learning Centers & Kids Hope United as a Teacher's aide and as a full time teacher as well. I...
Sara can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
Anaya C.
Rockford, IL
$15/hr • 1 yrs exp
I love caring for children & babies , I am young but very intelligent & mature . I am extremely capable of doing any task at hand . I can adapt to any and every environment & I also have experience working with special needs individuals.
I'd describe my personality as fun , honest , open-minded
I like working with kids...
Anaya can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Darcy N.
Rockford, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 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 .
Caring for and helping people is something I've always enjoyed, because I know I am making a difference in someone's life. I have a diverse work background that has given me a wealth of knowledge that I can utilize in the real world. This knowledge was built upon my B. A. in Psychology. I have hands-on experience assisting...
Leah G.
Rockford, IL
$13-50/hr • 3 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...
Haley C.
Rockford, IL
$14-25/hr • 2 yrs exp
Care taker that is capable of meeting all needs. I've nannied for many special needs babies and children before.
I worked in a home during my high school years with two children who were both diagnosed with Autism. I did this for the last two years of my schooling. I have always been involved with children, we have taken care of two on a part to full time basis much of the time my two sons were growing up. I have worked in a daycare when...
Kathleen K.
Rockford, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Byron, 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.
Lynn D.
5.0
We interviewed Lynn for a full-time nanny position about a year ago and were very disappointed at the time that she had received another offer that we couldn’t match.
We were lucky enough to find someone else great, but have kept in touch with Lynn since the initial interview. She was amazing with...
- Care member
Paula M.
5.0
Absolutely excellent caregiver. Good communicator, punctual and efficient, personable and thoughtful. We will always look to Paula for any future needs.
- Stuart W.
Hannah F.
5.0
She watched my three boys 6, 4, 1 and she's amazing! My middle have sensory issues, speeches delayed and had glasses she is so amazing with him! She's sweet, caring and loving you would think she's know my boys for their entire life! She really takes the time to understand and talk to the kids! I...
- Kathleen T.
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.
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