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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Crystal Lake, IL
The average rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Crystal Lake, IL
Norma M.
Crystal Lake, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children with autism and Down syndrome, ADD/HD. I worked at School District 95 Special Education Department.
5.0
"Norma is knowledgeable, compassionate, reliable and was right there to support our family when we needed help. I felt confident to leave my two boys, one of which is on the spectrum, in her care and would not hesitate to do so again."
Barbara Z.
Darlene Y.
Crystal Lake, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Health Care Provider Offers Part Time Care For Special Needs Children
I have cared for children with all different types of disabilities in health care facilities (hospitals & long term care). I enjoy encouraging a child to be the best that they can be. Currently, I care for 2 special needs kids ( developmental delay/CP boy for 5 yrs and DS boy for 3 yrs) after school and 1 special needs autistic...
I have over 10 years of experience with special needs. autism, adhd, severe anxiety. Im CPR certified and first aid I provide my own transportation.
I have cared for clients with Parkinson's Alzheimer's, Dementia, ALS, quadriplegic's. and cancer
I am passionate about helping people in need. My current occupation is a human services organization. I serve adults with intellectual developmental disabilities. I thought I would put my info on here in case anyone in my area needs some help!
I am calm, compassionate and have excellent communication skills. My career is working with people of various ages, backgrounds and needs. I have learned so much from the many people I have had the privilege to work with. I have a bachelors degree in Psychology and have worked in the social service field for 15 years.
Currently, I work as a BCBA (board certified behavior analyst) for children with Autism. I have been in this field for 8 years and I love my job!
I am in direct contact with the kiddos (2-17 years old), but also work with the caregivers.
Dyana M.
Crystal Lake, IL
$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp
I have 4 years experience ion home health. I am dependable and reliable and compassionate. I like to help those in need. I can do meal prep, light house cleaning, transportation, showers/Sponge baths. assist with Activities the patient may need. I also have experience with Hoyer Lyft, sit to stand, G tube care/feedings, cathater...
Kasey K.
Crystal Lake, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Date-night Babysitter, Special Needs Caregiver, Part-Time Nanny, Tutor
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi,
My name is Kasey and I am 31 years old. I have over 10 years experience with children of all ages (Newborns - 14 years old).
Presently, I work as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for individuals with disabilities and/or behavior needs whose ages range from 2-13 years old. I have worked with children with...
Kasey can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
With 15 years of professional childcare experience I can't wait to meet your family!
I began in a daycare center many years ago and found that I liked the individual attention I could give children by being a professional nanny instead.
I have experience working with children with special needs as well as high risk youth and...
Sandra can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi , my name is Ella , I attend mchenry county college and i'm looking for a summer job that has a stable schedule and welcoming home. I'd describe my personality as creative, optimistic and outgoing.
I love working with kids and being someone they can come to for advice. I started working with kids when I was 14. I've had...
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have worked with children from different backgrounds, including those with special needs. I am willing to help out where needed and as much as I possibly can.
Jordan can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a health care professional willing to care for children/special needs kids and seniors. I am mature, responsible, dependable, kind, patient, fun and a non smoker. I am CPR certified for healthcare providers and fully vaccinated for Covid and flu. I have worked for several families for years and can provide references if...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Alvin C.
Crystal Lake, IL
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
im Alvin 44 years old, live in Crystal Lake, 11years of caregiver.
-took care of Alzheimer's for 3 yrs helping bathing, sponge bath, feeding, cleaning.
-did take care of quadriplegic for 5 yrs lifting transferring, bathing, cooking, cleaning, driving, change catheter, errands.
-also help old man stroke for 1 yr and half...
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Anna, 30 yrs old, live in McHenry, mom of two girls age 5yrs and 2 yrs. Experience in formal daycares and in-home care. Have worked with highly sensitive infants, autistic and special needs children, and ages from 6 weeks-14 yrs old. I am CPR and first aid trained, certification is out of date though! I am available...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ana was very kind and enjoyable to be around with my daughter. She watched her for a date night and we were very pleased. "
Paige N.
Sophia D.
McHenry, IL
$10-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(11)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am interested in your care job!! I have 14 years experience taking care of children of all ages. Also special needs kids. I am CPR certified and I have taken college courses on early child development and early learning. I am very out going and have alot of energy. I love being outside, teaching, and exercising. I'm...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sophia is great. She provides my daughter and all the other kids lots of attention and care. There are a lot of toys for all ages and her home is always clean. My daughter loves going to her house and even talks about her home after she gets home, a great indicator...
Care member
4.0
(7)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am the mother of a 20 yr old son, a 26-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 6-year-old boy. I have over 15 years babysitting and Nanny experience with all ages as well as special needs care. I find joy in helping children learn and grow. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, going to parks and taking nature walks. I am...
Dawn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her."
Shannon C.
5.0
(1)
I have spent the past year or so working at a facility for the mentally and developmentally disabled, working as a Hab aide.
5.0
"Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across the care she provides to families! I'm blown away by her skills, her determination, and her attention to detail. If you hire...
Alexis A.
Kimmarie K.
Algonquin, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun, Loving Mother Of Three Grown Children Would Love To Care For Your Precious Children
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
In home childcare! My home backs up to Neubert Elementary. If you need care, reach out. Let's chat!!!!
I am a mother of three grown children. In the past
I have nurtured, loved, taught and cared for children in and out of my home. I have experience caring for up to 7 children at a time; from newborns to teenagers. I have also...
Kimmarie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Ms. Kim worked with my 4 year old daughter on preschool concepts such as reading, writing letters and numbers and on improving her vocabulary by teaching her new words and practicing them with her. She is great at reading stories and making them sound funny. She...
Tanushree B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Jeff. I am a Autism Life Coach. I work with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Communication Disorders, Behavior Disorders, and Learning Disabilities. My experience is extensive beginning as a Substitute Teacher in the public schools, as well worked as a Paraprofessional/Job Coach Coordinator at a non-public...
5.0
"What a great life coach and a huge heart for the special needs community. He worked with my son for a couple of years. No a complaint and taught my son with autism a ton!!"
Dawn C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Crystal Lake, IL
Norma M.
5.0
Norma is knowledgeable, compassionate, reliable and was right there to support our family when we needed help. I felt confident to leave my two boys, one of which is on the spectrum, in her care and would not hesitate to do so again.
- Barbara Z.
Anna N.
5.0
Ana was very kind and enjoyable to be around with my daughter. She watched her for a date night and we were very pleased.
- Paige N.
Sophia D.
5.0
Our kids love going to Sophia’s house. She helped when my son was getting potty trained (he did better at her house than mine) He is now a proudly potty trained little man. My daughter loves when she gets to go to Sophia’s always talks about how fun it is.
- Care member
Dawn C.
5.0
Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her.
- Shannon C.
Caitlin L.
5.0
Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across the care she provides to families! I'm blown away by her skills, her determination, and her attention to detail. If you hire her, you will not be disappointed...
- Alexis A.
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