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52 special needs caregivers are listed in DeKalb, IL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in DeKalb, IL

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Jayne M.


Hampshire, IL

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

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Teacher for 4 years with a general education and special education licenses. CPR certified. Work with kids with all different abilities consistently. Babysat frequently before become a certified teacher.
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Susan E.


Elburn, IL

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Mothers Right Hand

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am mother of 5 , last of my Mohicans graduated '22 ! I'm a juggler of duties. I can cook and clean well. I love kids all kids! I would like to be a mothers right hand in my work . My experience lies in special needs work and elderly . I'm looking for a fresh perspective and little hands that bring smiles daily . Activities and...
Susan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Amy F.


Saint Charles, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Mary Poppins

My love for children has been a trait I have possessed since my early childhood. I have always been obsessed with babies, and as an adult, my friends have often referred to me as a baby-whisperer. I began babysitting when I was 15 years old, and have been entrusted with children ever since. I have experience with newborns,...
Amy can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

I am a college-educated mom in my mid-50s. I have a nearly empty nest after raising my two children and am looking to earn some extra income. I have experience caring for children of all ages, senior citizens and people with special needs. Having a special needs brother taught me patience, caring and sensitivity early in my...
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Madison F.


Rochelle, IL

$18-25/hr4 yrs exp

Fun And Adventurous Babysitter!

Hi! My name is Madison and I am 23 years old and a mom of a 2-year-old girl. I am looking to watch up to 3 kids, I am willing to come to your house with the exception that may daughter would have to come with me due to the fact I do not have anyone to watch her. Other than babysitting for family and neighbors since I was 13, I...
Madison can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping
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Esmeralda F.


Sugar Grove, IL

$26/hr5 yrs exp

Para Educator

I've worked in school setting one on one with autistic, developmentally challenged, and handicapped children. I've also assisted teachers in class room settings in ESL and preschool age children. I enjoy interac
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Heather K.


Plano, IL

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

I have worked in health care for 7 years with a focus in special needs. I have been the manager of a group home that houses 6 clients of varying ages and disabilities for the last 3 years. I have experience in assisting with day program for individuals which consists of fun community based activities as well as fun enriching...
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Lien F.


Plano, IL

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Active And Free Spirited Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I will be a stay at home mama come, August of this year. So I would provide care at my house or yours if you are okay with that. I grew up with 11 siblings, making me very comfortable and informed about childcare as my siblings got older and had kids of their own. I started nannying at 15, worked my first job out of...
Lien can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jamie F.


Saint Charles, IL

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver; RN

I have over 3 decades of nursing experience with over half of them serving individuals with special needs, pediatric through adult. I have loved giving care to folks of all ages, including those with disabilities including muscular dystrophy / other more rare dystrophies, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain...
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Katie W.


Hampshire, IL

$15/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Professional With Flexible Schedule

***I CURRENTLY WORK FULL-TIME IN THE SPECIAL RECREATION FIELD. However, I am periodically available to help on nights and weekends!*** I have been working with individuals with disabilities for the past 9 years in a variety of different settings. Before I graduated with my degree is B. S. Rehabilitation Services (minoring in...

Christine G.


Sugar Grove, IL

$21/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Patient Caregiver Available For Hire ASAP.

Hi! My name is Christine and I am looking for a companion job for a senior citizen. I have always been passionate about taking care of people. This is what I was put on Earth to do. I have four (adult) children of my own. I have many years of experience working with special-needs individuals. I am very down-to-earth and...

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