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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Edwardsville, IL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Edwardsville, IL

Callie is absolutely great! She babysat my daughter who loved her. Sometimes I would come home earlier than expected or would have to run…

Review for Callie K. by Tiffany S.

Rebecca was punctual and professional and got along well with our child. We will certainly consider hiring again.

Review for Rebecca H. by Joshua W.

I love having Jariah as my babysitter. She is very sweet and very full of energy.

Review for Jariah H. by Andrea D.

Special needs caregivers in Edwardsville, IL

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Anastasia B.


Edwardsville, IL

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

Anastasia

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I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician 3 days a week. I have also worked with a man through DORS who had epilepsy and developmental delays. I would love to talk with you about this opportunity.
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Tori G.


Edwardsville, IL

$15-19/hr • 5 yrs exp

I enjoy being around kids. I am comfortable around all ages of children to include newborns. I grow close with the families and still talk to families that no longer need me due to their kiddos growing up. I am CPR and first aid certified by the American heart association. I do have experience with kids who have special needs,...
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Leslie H.


Edwardsville, IL

$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp

I attended vocational school in high school for nursing for two years. I worked in several nursing homes, hospitals and home care. I have taken care of elderly and special needs kids. What I can bring to the table is years of past experience and I am dependable, caring, and mature and I will treat your loved one like my own...
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Hailee O.


Edwardsville, IL

$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny!

I have been taking care of children and pets since I was a teen! I have a bachelors in psychology and a teaching certification in K-12 special education and K-6 elementary education with a reading endorsement. I have experience caring for all age ranges, from 3 weeks old to middle schoolers, to adults with special needs. Current...
Hailee can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Leslie H.


Edwardsville, IL

$33/hr • 6 yrs exp

Caregiver For Elderly Or Disabled.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I attended vocational school in high school for nursing for two years. I became an CNA in 1983, I worked in several nursing homes, hospitals and home care. I have taken care of elderly and special needs kids. I have not done any home care for several years, I was most recently an operations manager for a large transportation...
Leslie can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hi there, I'm Anastasia! I am looking for a job that I enjoy more which is why I came to this type of work. I would love to help make your life easier and assist! I have worked for people with special needs through DORS and Acumen. I have never worked with senior citizens, but I would love the opportunity. I currently work in...
Anastasia can also help with: Transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning
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Leslie H.


Edwardsville, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Dependable, Mature Caregiver

I attended vocational school in high school for nursing for two years. I worked in several nursing homes, hospitals and home care. I have taken care of elderly and special needs kids. What I can bring to the table is years of past experience and I am dependable, caring, and mature and I will treat your loved one like my own...
Leslie can also help with: Respite care, dementia, visiting nurse, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Callie K.


Edwardsville, IL

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have babysat and nannied for many children of all ages from infants to preteens since I was about 14. I have a 1-year-old niece and many young cousins. I have worked with special needs kids through tutoring, the special Olympics, and working at an autism clinic. I have experience in cleaning, cooking, yard work, tutoring, etc....
Callie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Callie is a wonderful sitter. She watched my daughters and took care of the family pet. The house was always in order and the kids loved her."

Jarod H.

Catie W.


Edwardsville, IL

$15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Kind, Experienced, Education Student

I have experience with caring for special needs children (autism, down syndrome, epilepsy, and dyslexia). I have taken classes at SIUe about child development and education. I have experience as a caregiver for seniors with dementia as well.

Catie W.


Edwardsville, IL

$15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitter, Pet-Sitter, House-Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Catie and I am 22, studying Education and Biology at SIUe. I have been babysitting for years and have done nannying full time over the summers as well. I love kids so much! I have experience babysitting for children with special needs too (down syndrome and epilepsy). Previously, I have worked as a lifeguard for...
Catie can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Rebecca H.


Granite City, IL

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Becky

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient person who has approximately 30 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional tasks as needed. I'm able to provide a safe, and stable environment for your little ones. I have 2 adult...
Rebecca can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Rebecca was punctual and professional and got along well with our child. We will certainly consider hiring again."

Joshua W.

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Jariah H.


Collinsville, IL

$15-24/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fun And Efficient

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am Jariah. I am a part-time college student and was also recently released from duty in the United States Army. I have worked in the childcare industry for almost five years now. My mother is a licensed daycare provider and I worked for her. However, now that I am a young adult I am looking to branch out. Kids...
Jariah can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I love having Jariah as my babysitter. She is very sweet and very full of energy."

Andrea D.

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Rebecca H.


Granite City, IL

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs, I Have You Covered.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked with a very pleasant young lady who had chromosome birth defects that left her non verbal and with a g button for feeding and all medicines. I worked with her for about 4 years at a paid level. Still see her at family functions. Any questions please ask.
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Emma G.


Bethalto, IL

$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi there! My name is Emma and I have been babysitting for about nine years. I have spent many summers being a full time sitter for families. I have a lot of experience with special needs adults and children. I am fairly artistic and happy to do crafts and different activities that allow your child to be creative. Please let me...
Emma can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Monica H.


Granite City, IL

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have been caring for special needs children for the last 10 years. It started when I was 12 and helped this foster family with mainly disabled children. I am also a CNA and work with people on all different spectrums. I have cared for paralyzed children, those with autism, dimentia, blindess, deafness and ADHD. I am not...
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Rebecca D.


Granite City, IL

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

28 Years Experience With Kids And Elderly.

I have 5 now grown children. One being a teen now that has medical complex issues, so I am well versed in some medical needs! I was a CNA prior so do have medical basis also for a variety of needs. I have worked with children and elderly over the course of time and am comfortable with both. I was a military spouse for 19 years...
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Dianna J.


Granite City, IL

$18-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

I love caring for kids. I have a big family and I always took care of my nieces and nephews. I do have one daughter of my own that I take care of. I love taking care of disabled kids with special needs
Dianna can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Emma G.


Bethalto, IL

$17-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

A Bit About Me

Hi there! My name is Emma and I have a lot of experience in multiple types of caregiving. I work well with children, the elderly, and anyone with special needs. My previous jobs in care taking were: -Caretaking for an elderly couple with dementia in four hour shifts -A lifetime of babysitting for multiple different families...
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Cibele P.


Collinsville, IL

$20-22/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hello families!! I'm more than happy to introduce myself to you today and tell you about my life experience working with kids. I started to work with the little ones when I was just one of them. After high school I decided to study to become a teacher. During my studies I worked in a kindergarten for two years, on of the...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Rashod J.


Granite City, IL

$20/hr • 1 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

Hey! My name is Rashod and I'm 22 years old. I am active duty, Air Force by day and I want to spend my free time pursuing my passion, which is children's growth and development. Prior to the military I was an aide at a K through 12 school. and have a little over 15 years of special needs youth experience. please feel free to...
Rashod can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

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