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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Crystal Lake, IL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Crystal Lake, IL

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Norma M.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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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.

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Darlene Y.


Crystal Lake, IL

$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.
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Nicole A.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

The Friendly and Fun Nicole C.

Hello! I'm Nicole and I would love to join your world and learn more about your child who has special needs. I myself have a brother who has Down syndrome and understand the unique world that families who love someone with special need are a part of. I have spent many years volunteering with special needs organizations and am...
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Vicki T.


Crystal Lake, IL

$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

I currently work as a case manager for adults and children with special needs. I have my bachelor's in social work. I am obtaining my masters in special education with a concentration in Autism. I have worked in a variety of settings: day program, group home, and ICF. I have also worked in a therapeutic autism school. I have...
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Caitlin S.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-27/hr • 8 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I have over 12 years in experience caring for individuals of all ages, intellectual disabilities, physical limitations, and across the lifespan.
4+ years as Adaptive Physical Education assistant volunteer 6+ years as a buddy to students in Special Needs /Life Skills Program 1+ years as volunteer in Kids Club 1+ years as a mentor to Special Education choir students 2+ years as one-on-one buddy for Life Skills students
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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...
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Sophia D.


Crystal Lake, IL

$19-24/hr • 6 yrs exp

Creative And Fun-loving But Responsible Sitter :)

I have a nice big family: 4 siblings, 3 younger and my older brother has special needs. I've been caring for them all since age 12 plus babysitting my cousins occasionally on top of that. They're all older now and don't need care, but I adore children and miss caring for them but am too young for my own! I don't smoke, own my...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ella T.


Crystal Lake, IL

$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

About Me !

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...
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Vicki T.


Crystal Lake, IL

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Creative And Caring Sitter

My name is Vicki and I currently work full time as a case manager for a non-profit for adults and children with special needs! I have always had a passion for helping others and an interest in working with those with various needs. I have a bachelor's degree in social work from UW-Whitewater that I obtained in 2018. Since...
Vicki can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Jordan K.


Crystal Lake, IL

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Darlene Y.


Crystal Lake, IL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare/Senior Care

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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Grace G.


Crystal Lake, IL

$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Patient And Loving Care For Your Child

Kids and pets - I love them both! I'm hard-working, kind, fun, compassionate, punctual, and reliable. I've been working with children for the past 8 years - Special needs buddy, assistant to choir students, camp program aide, and routine babysitter. My experience with pets includes years caring for my own dog as well as friends'...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Vicki T.


Crystal Lake, IL

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

I have a bachelor's degree in social work. I have worked as a case manager for seniors and individuals with special needs. I am a certified DSP with first aid and CPR training. I have worked with a variety of ages and ability levels. I have worked in group home environments, day programs, and ICFs.
Vicki can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, respite care, transportation, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
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Anna N.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Do It All

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: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Dawn C.


McHenry, IL

$22-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother And Nanny

4.0

(7)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of a 21 yr old son, a 28-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 7-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.

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Caitlin L.


Wauconda, IL

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Full/part Time Caregiver

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.

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Jeffery H.


Cary, IL

$40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Autism Life Coach

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.

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.

Jeffery H.

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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