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38 special needs caregivers are listed in Champaign, IL

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Champaign, IL

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Matt L.


Champaign, IL

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

5.0

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I have many years of experience and training working with children who have had various special needs, as well as other emotional and behavioral issues. I spent many years as a mentor and respite care provider for children who may have been abused, neglected, or going through other emotional needs and struggles.
5.0
"My children were in a program Matt worked at. He is amazing with the kids and my kids love him. Can't wait to hire him personally as I can't leave my son with just any babysitter."

Amy W.

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Matt L.


Champaign, IL

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Childcare Provider

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Matt and I'm a very fun, active, positive male role model with over 20 years of experience in childcare with children of all ages and abilities. Fully background checked, CPR and First Aid certified. Illinois certified childcare professional. Over the years I've worked for various summer day camps, schools,...
Matt can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My 2 boys have been through a lot and Matt has been amazing for them he is definitely a blessing in our family's life"

Rachel M.

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Abigail N.


Champaign, IL

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Laughter Is The Best Medicine!

I started working with children during high school when I volunteered with children with special needs. I then went on to work in the Christ Church of Oak Brook Daycare as well as nannying for a wonderful family for a year, as well as short-term babysitting for multiple families. Over these 5 years working with kids ages 3...
Abigail can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I interviewed Abby along with many other applicants and she definitely stood out in our selection process. She was extremely responsive with messages, on time for the interview, and answered my questions professionally. She was sweet, caring, and interacted great...

Katelyn S.

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Amanda M.


Champaign, IL

$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Looking To Help You

Hello! I am looking to help you and your family. I have a love for children with special needs. I am currently teaching a self contained special education class on the east side of Indy, but would love to expand my heart to you as well!
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Tina U.


Champaign, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked with an M. S. client since 2014 & am currently helping with another MS client as well, I have my own Homecare business which I started in 2008. References upon request
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Mckenzi H.


Champaign, IL

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Just to provide you with a little extra information from the start, I have spent this 2020-2021 school year working in an integrated special education preschool class (3, 4, 5s) and have absolutely loved every minute of it! Many of our students were children with autism or behavioral disorders, and although it was a process it...
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Addie I.


Champaign, IL

$15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

My experience has been working with special needs children at a summer camp as a camp counselor. I am passionate in getting to know each child in any way, and finding things that interest them so that they can learn, and have an experience while doing so in a way that is best for them.
I have been caring for seniors and special-needs clients and residents for over 25 to almost 30 years now to me this job is not just its a passion just like a calling from God I love what I work with Alzheimer's and dementia patients on daily basis because do I work in the field as well I certified CNA I have other...
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Brenda M.


Champaign, IL

$15-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello I've been an experienced caregiver for 18yrs and I've worked in every capacity with every age group! I'm CPR/bls certified as well.
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Addie I.


Champaign, IL

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Military Member, Dental Hygiene Student In Champaign

My interests include staying active, and focused on school, while keeping a healthy and balanced lifestyle. My past experience include working at a summer camp for special needs children as a camp counselor, summer care, and babysitting for family and friends a few times a month with children aged anywhere from 6 months-13 years...
Addie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Liza K.


Champaign, IL

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Seeking The Perfect Fit

I have over 20 years of experience working with infants and children including raising 3 of my own, one of whom is special needs. I am a certified Waldorf teacher with direct Montessori experience as well who believes in play based learning and a high level of creative expression. Children learn best through doing and I love to...
Liza can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Ashley S.


Champaign, IL

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Ashley and I have been working with children in multiple capacities for the last five years. I taught one-on-one swim lessons for children of all ages, and I am CPR and first-aid certified. I have also cared for my cousins on numerous occasions, and I have experience working with children and adults with special...
Ashley can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ally A.


Champaign, IL

$15-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a disability studies major at a small university in Nashville, TN. I've been babysitting for several years, have worked with kids with and without special needs in camp settings, and am a well-seasoned oldest daughter. I'm gentle and empathetic and love connecting with kids. I absolutely love my creative hobbies, and...
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Lillie P.


Champaign, IL

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 22 years old! I have around 3 years of experience working with a variety of ages from infants to pre-teen. I have worked in 2 daycares one as an assistant teacher and the other as the lead teacher. I worked in the toddlers room (ages 1 1/2-2) as well as the twos room (ages 2-3). I have also worked at a special needs...
Lillie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Emily L.


Champaign, IL

$18/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi! I'm currently a student at the University of Illinois obtaining my master's degree in Speech Language Pathology. I plan to work with children in the future so I love kids. I've worked with kids from about 10 months to 11 years old. I currently work with elementary school aged children. I'm organized, timely, respectful,...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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Jacqueline K.


Champaign, IL

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

My experience has been with special needs children with an emphasis with children with autism. I have also been a home care provider for the elderly. I am able to do a plethora of things, from babysitting newborns, cooking, assisting with homework, and helping plan different academic and social events for children and the...
Jacqueline can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Addison P.


Champaign, IL

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And CNA

I have several years of experience babysitting children of all ages. Most recently I began teaching horseback riding lessons to kids with special needs. I have my CNA and have been currently working with that. Along with having my CNA I also have my CPR certification.
Addison can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Maia C.


Champaign, IL

$20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Maia and I am interested in helping your family out! I am currently a senior at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and am majoring in Psychology with a minor in Spanish. I have taken a variety of child development and developmental psychology courses, and I have received the Seal of Biliteracy,...
Maia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Winnie K.


Champaign, IL

$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitting

I have worked with children young and old with and even with special needs, I love what I do because it's a blessing to do this job
Winnie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Brianna T.


Champaign, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! My Name Is Brianna!

I am an extremely patient and empathetic caregiver. I have extensive experience in childcare working at a therapeutic school with special needs children and children with behavioral disorders. I have also been a nanny, after school program teacher, preschool assistant, tutor and coach. I believe it is my job to come alongside...
Brianna can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Champaign, IL

Matt L.

5.0

My children were in a program Matt worked at. He is amazing with the kids and my kids love him. Can't wait to hire him personally as I can't leave my son with just any babysitter.

- Amy W.

Matt L.

5.0

My 2 boys have been through a lot and Matt has been amazing for them he is definitely a blessing in our family's life

- Rachel M.

Abigail N.

5.0

I interviewed Abby along with many other applicants and she definitely stood out in our selection process. She was extremely responsive with messages, on time for the interview, and answered my questions professionally. She was sweet, caring, and interacted great with my bug loving child who put a...

- Katelyn S.

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Ratings for Champaign, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Champaign, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 38 listed special needs caregivers.