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Find special needs caregivers in Champaign, IL that you’ll love

42 special needs caregivers are listed in Champaign, IL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Champaign, IL

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Zainab S.


Champaign, IL

$15/hr

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I grew up with a younger brother with who has autism, ADHD and a severe learning disability. He also faced developmental and speech delays growing up. I have also worked with family friends' children who have autism and learning disabilities and am experienced with providing care for them. Furthermore, I was a psychology major...
Hello my name is Tyliah, I would I love to help out with your kiddo(s)! I'd describe my personality as Outgoing, Creative & Kind I like working with kids because kids have a special place in my heart. Children are the most impressionable and I love being apart of molding our future adults. All kids deserve love and I am a...
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Brittney C.


Urbana, IL

$19-29/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children ages pre-k through high school as a teacher, a tutor, and have also acted as Director of Education for school ages K-12 at a professional tutoring center. I am patient, active and sports oriented, and full of energy and joy. I have worked with students with focus issues, and students who have special...
Brittney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Brittney has been an absolute joy to have watching our boys! They love spending time with her! She is punctual and dependable. She does a lot of fun things with them. She also does some light housekeeping which is so very helpful to me. Hoping it will work out...

Lisa C.

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Alexandra C.


Urbana, IL

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Highly Experienced And Compassionate College Student With Car

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Originally from Chicago, I'm a Senior at Lewis & Clark College studying history and French. I have aspirations of becoming a high school history teacher. I have worked with people with special needs for the past four years at a Chicago land agency. I work primarily with children and adolescents. During the summer, I work as a...
5.0
"Alex has been super awesome. She is very patient with our child and extremely flexible. She has been super about working with him through issues and helping with homework. I would highly recommend Alex."

Anna L.

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Kristen G.


Urbana, IL

$9-18/hr

Hello!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kristen! I'm 18 and just graduating from crystal lake south! I have a bunch of childcare experience from taking child development classes and preschool lab at my school. Some other fun facts: >I have my license and a car >GREAT with animals (I have a bunch) >Meal prep as needed > Tons of fun!!!!!!! >I've taken...
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Mark B.


Urbana, IL

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Mark, and I am currently a 27-year-old school social worker from Urbana, IL. I have three years of school social work experience in Rantoul, IL. I have worked with kids in a variety of environments (schools, camps, etc) and have experience with students who have special needs. I am a caring, hardworking individual...
Mark can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
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Deja H.


Urbana, IL

$17-23/hr10 yrs exp

About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! To begin, I started working with kids when I was 10 years old babysitting cousins and siblings. I have worked at 2 daycares in Champaign, and I have a lot of experience working with special needs children and adults. I have most recently worked with a baby that was 18 mos. when I began and is now nearing 2 years! My...
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Deja to care for our 5-year-old daughter for several full days when school was not in session. Deja is very kind and professional. She found ways to keep our daughter active throughout the day. We have been happy with her as a caregiver and will hire her...

Jessica R.

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Ashley C.


Mahomet, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

I have cared for children between the ages of 3 months and 17 years of age in many different capacities. I have worked with special needs children as well as children with mental health needs. I am CPR certified and a counselor by day. Please contact me if you need an evening or weekend sitter or housecleaner!
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Brittney C.


Urbana, IL

$15/hr

Part Time Caregiver

I am happy to work with children and young adults who have ADD, ADHD, Autism, Aspergers and unique learning abilities. I am happy to work with children and adults who are in need of a patient, joyful, and caring companion or caretaker. I have many years of experience working with students of all different ages and needs. I am...
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Cierra W.


Urbana, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hi Everyone, My name is Cierra. I'm currently a Senior at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign majoring in political science and have aspirations of being a corporate lawyer. I babysit on my freetime to help fund my LSAT studies. I've been helping take care of children with my mom home daycare since I was 12 years...
Cierra can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
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Kallee P.


Urbana, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a childcare provider with a decade of experience, and I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. I'm patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly, and I'm comfortable enforcing household rules. I have experience with special needs children, and I'm also First Aid and CPR certified. I love...
Kallee can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lindsey H.


Mahomet, IL

$15-19/hr1 yrs exp

I'm a Certified Teacher of the Visually Impaired who also has a sibling with special needs. I believe this makes me uniquely qualified to understand your family dynamics and support needs.

Lynn W.


Mahomet, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Needs Instructor/Elder Care

I have served as a Special Needs Teacher for nine years ; I worked as an Elementary Teacher for eight years, and an Early Childhood Teacher for five years or more; I also have served as a Caregiver for the Elderly for 11 years
Lynn can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
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Mary R.


Rantoul, IL

$11-16/hr7 yrs exp

CNA/CMA

I have had the pleasure of providing long term care for 2 different gentleman providing care as a companion all the way up until end of life.
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Mackenzie M.


Sidney, IL

$25-28/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Mackenzie and I look forward to working with you! I love bonding with others and being able to assist where needed to improve quality of life. At my last place of work I was certified as a DSP (direct service provider), I am also CPI certified (crisis prevention intervention). I worked in a group home with 8 high...
Mackenzie can also help with: Live-in home care, dementia, transportation, errands, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Dayanna C.


Rantoul, IL

$15-19/hr5 yrs exp

Autistic Peer Supporter

I am a peer supporter (mentor in a way) that helps children, young adults, as well as older adults. I am passionate about helping my community and would love to work with you and your family with skills. I understand what it's like to feel alone and wouldn't want others to feel that pain.
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Mackenzie M.


Sidney, IL

$16-19/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Mackenzie! At my last place of work I was working in a group home with 8 high intensive males with special needs. I was also their substitute teacher in the classroom setting. I am a DSP (direct service provider) I am CPI (crisis prevention intervention) and CPR certified. I absolutely love working with people and...
I understand it is sometimes difficult for children with special needs but it's also hard for the parents and some people need breaks and I'm here to help if needed.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very patient and kind individual. I have worked in special needs home for 1 year. I am a certified Rehabilitation Aide (DSP). I love doing this type of work and enjoy caring for those with special needs. I find that it is very gratifying work.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Champaign, IL

Brittney C.

5.0

Brittney has been an absolute joy to have watching our boys! They love spending time with her! She is punctual and dependable. She does a lot of fun things with them. She also does some light housekeeping which is so very helpful to me. Hoping it will work out for her to be our summer nanny next...

- Lisa C.

Alexandra C.

5.0

Alex has been super awesome. She is very patient with our child and extremely flexible. She has been super about working with him through issues and helping with homework. I would highly recommend Alex.

- Anna L.

Deja H.

5.0

We hired Deja to care for our 5-year-old daughter for several full days when school was not in session. Deja is very kind and professional. She found ways to keep our daughter active throughout the day. We have been happy with her as a caregiver and will hire her again.

- Jessica R.

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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 42 listed special needs caregivers.