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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Edwardsville, IL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Edwardsville, IL

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Whitney W.


Florissant, MO

$12-20/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi! I am a paraprofessional, personal assistant, and dance choreographer, and I am eager to bring joy to others and help them grow through education or leisure. I have experience working with kids and young adults with various disabilities in summer camp, church, and home settings. I love performing arts, learning, and playing...
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Carolyn J.


Saint Louis, MO

$16-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nana CJ

I've raised my daughter who's now 37 year's of age diagnosed with MRDD at the age of 7, mentoring young women with Mental Delays Bringing personal experience with young children and adults , Patients, Tolerance, Compassion, Empathy, Understanding, Lot's of Love
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Caitie G.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

Intentional Babysitter

Hi there! I have been caregiving on / off between travels for 4 years now. I've worked at an arts based after school care program for children with special needs. I have nanny experience and I love the wonder & enthusiasm children bring into my life. I work especially well with Autism and adhd children.
As a childcare provider, I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. I have four years of experience caring for children and have taken courses in early childhood education. I am patient, calm, and friendly, and I believe in respectful, flexible, and caring interactions with children. I communicate openly...
Delaney can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I'm a very patient, friendly individual who is looking for a caregiver. I may look small but I'm pretty strong so don't worry about my ability to lift :)
I have 2 years experience work with children and teens with developmental disabilities. I have also 10 years experience working with children in a childcare center..
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Hannah S.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Special Education Student

I am a current undergrad at Vanderbilt University pursuing certification. I have experience taking care of children with ADHD, intellectual disabilities, autism/ASD, developmental delays, and speech delays. I am a compassionate and service-oriented caretaker who delights in kids!
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Jacqueline R.


Belleville, IL

$10-30/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs/Caregiver

I have spent a large amount of time in the medical field. I am currently a certified EMT with background in hospital care, private in home care, and specialized training in at home medication administration.
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Rachel K.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Senior Care/respite

Hi! I consider myself a kind, reliable, energetic, and patient caregiver. I got into this field taking care of adults with disabilities in group home settings during college. I continued doing similar work as an in-home caregiver for a young man with special needs while I was in graduate school. I currently work as a licensed...
Rachel can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning
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Amanda P.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-38/hr10 yrs exp

Trustworthy, Attentive, And Joyous Caregiver!

Hello there! My name is Amanda and I am so excited at the prospect of caring for your child while you are away. With 13 years of paid experience in childcare, I have developed a deep passion for working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. As a 37-year-old mother of a 12-year-old daughter, I understand...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Taylor M.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable And Empathetic Caregiver!

I am going into my senior year at Saint Louis University studying speech language pathology! I have been working as a caregiver since I was 17, and have worked in many different environments. I have experience working with elderly clients who have dementia as well as other disorders, and most recently have been caring for a...
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Sara P.


Saint Louis, MO

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring For Every Child, Nurturing Potential

Hello! I'm Sara, a highly dedicated and experienced childcare provider with a passion for creating joyful and creative spaces for children. With a Master's Degree in Special Education and a Montessori Teacher's Certificate, I bring over a decade of expertise to my role as a caregiver. I've had the pleasure of working with...
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Andrew M.


Saint Louis, MO

$12-18/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Care Giver

Hi my name is Andrew. I have been working with individuals with disabilities for about 14 years now. My current occupation is I am a program supervisor for Magdala Foundation. Here I work with individuals who are developmentally disabled. I helped with paying bills grocery shopping daily chores medication pass All the Above. I...
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Teeasha M.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Dsp

CPR and first aid certification, has worked with children and adults of different disabilities and all sorts of living conditions being the best caretaker I could be .
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Caitie G.


Saint Louis, MO

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter / Nanny!

I have been caregiving on / off between travels for 4 years now. I've worked at an arts based after school care program for children with special needs. I have nanny experience and I love the wonder & enthusiasm children bring into my life. I work especially well with Austin and adhd children.
Caitie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Main experience is babysitting elementary schoolers. I adore kiddos, and believe they're the future of this world. Growing up, I gained valuable experience caring for and teaching children through babysitting staff at my high school. I have a natural affinity for working with little ones, including those with special needs....
Cailey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Grace H.


Saint Louis, MO

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher-Nanny Available Full Or Part Time!

I am 35 years old, live in St. Louis City. Education: Experience: From 18-21, co-owned a company providing specialized care to kids w/ special needs Teach For America in 2014 teaching 3rd grade in St. Louis Public Schools Taught 8 yrs, specializing in trauma-responsive strategies & social justice ed Education...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Devon C.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I've worked at Cuddles Daycare last summer. During my time at Cuddles Daycare I was a paid teacher assistant. I performed instructional duties such as teaching students how to read and write. I served in a position for which a teacher or another professional would have ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of...
Devon can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

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Hannah S.


Belleville, IL

$50/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs caregiver

I have been a speech-language pathologist for 4 years, and I specialize in neurodiversity-affirming therapy for individuals ages 4+. I am currently a teletherapist for public schools across Illinois. I recently started taking on private clients through my practice Authentic: Speech Therapy, LLC. I see clients in-home or via...
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Rachel K.


Saint Louis, MO

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I consider myself to be a reliable, kind, energetic, silly, and patient child care provider. I currently work as a licensed occupational therapist in a hospital setting and have an educational background in child development. I also have 3+ years of paid experience working as a caregiver for children and adolescents with...
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Ratings for Edwardsville, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Edwardsville, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.