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42 special needs caregivers are listed in Champaign, IL

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Champaign, IL

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Matt L.


Champaign, IL

$10-15/hr10 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/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Childcare Provider

Hired by 5 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 credited childcare professional. Over the years I've worked for various summer day camps, schools,...
Matt can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Patient, kind, thoughtful, wonderful. He took time to get to know our son and went above and beyond to connect with him. He was a friend and mentor to our son. We are blessed to have known him. I highly recommend him without reservation."

Catherine L.

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Amanda M.


Champaign, IL

$15-30/hr3 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/hr10 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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Addie I.


Champaign, IL

$10-15/hr1 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.
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Chloe S.


Champaign, IL

$10-15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

I have been working with kids with disabilities for three years now yet I have never had a babysitting type job. I know I am qualified to do so after all of my experience in the classroom. In high school I took a class where I worked with teens with disabilities ranging from 14-18 years old. In the summer I work at a camp for...
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/hr10 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

$10-20/hr2 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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Liza K.


Champaign, IL

$22-25/hr10 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:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Ashley S.


Champaign, IL

$10-25/hr4 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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Sydney R.


Champaign, IL

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hi I am Sydney! I am a student at the University of Illinois studying Animal Sciences. I am compassionate, friendly, responsible, and will be a perfect match to care for your children! I have a deep passion to care for both animals and children. I have experience babysitting since I was in high school up to now. My parents are a...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sydney babysits our youngest son one afternoon a week after pre-school so that his mom and I can work. She is an extremely loving and energetic person who is always up for whatever games that he wants to play! She was also willing to take a seizure first aid...

Adam R.

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Ally A.


Champaign, IL

$15-50/hr5 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

$14-25/hr3 yrs exp

I am 22 years old! I am looking for a part time job around 7:30am-11:30 a.m. I do have another part time nannying position in the afternoons and was looking to fill my mornings as well. 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...
Lillie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Abigail N.


Champaign, IL

$25-30/hr5 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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
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Addison P.


Champaign, IL

$11-20/hr6 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: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Abigail W.


Champaign, IL

$14-20/hr1 yrs exp

Fun And Friendly Sitter!

I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I'm 18 and currently a student. I'm working towards my degree in education and currently work as a server . I'm love working with kids. I've babysat multiple children before, including those with special needs. I'm also a big history geek!
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Rachel G.


Champaign, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

College Student Seeking Summer Employment

Hello! My name is Rachel and I am a 23-year-old senior in college majoring in Psychology and Communication graduating in May. I will be in town for the summer and am looking for babysitting/nannying opportunities! I have over 10 years in childcare, beginning as a mother's helper when I was 11. My childcare experience includes...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Winnie K.


Champaign, IL

$13-18/hr10 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: Light cleaning, travel, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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.

Sydney R.

5.0

Sydney babysits our youngest son one afternoon a week after pre-school so that his mom and I can work. She is an extremely loving and energetic person who is always up for whatever games that he wants to play! She was also willing to take a seizure first aid course from the American Epilepsy...

- Adam R.

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