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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elgin, 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 Elgin, IL
Tracy S.
Bartlett, IL
$20-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...
Tracy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I could have asked for to watch our little guy!"
Christina K.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I raised my own children, my son (33) and my daughter (23). Over the past 20 years, I have served as a toddler teacher, and home-daycare provider, and served 4 different families as a nanny for the last decade. I also have experience working with people with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy working with...
Candace can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Candace was the nanny for our 3 year old son from 6/21-9/21. She was wonderful with him. Great outings: libraries, parks, zoos, pumpkin farm, etc. She kept our active boy engaged and busy. Besides taking him to fun places, Candace is a great educator for his age....
Lindsey B.
5.0
(21)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Sarah. I am looking for a full time nanny position with a loving family. I'm looking to utilize my 11 and a half years of child care experience and knowledge in growth development by providing good guidance and exceptional care as a professional live out nanny. I also have two and a half years experience with...
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have observed Sarah to be a wonderful caregiver. She is very organized and timely. She is a great communicator with both children and adults. Sarah is extremely caring, always thinking of others needs and their safety. Sarah is engaging, always looking for...
Melissa C.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
work experience as a nanny with special need children around 5 years I love to work with kids I am very responsible, loving , patient, honest, respectful. I am mother of two beautiful boys also I work as rehab aide , nursing assistant, I graduated as nurse (LPN) in 2012 I have around 12 years of career experience working with...
Doris can also help with: Swimming supervision
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her."
Evangeline E.
Tracy D.
West Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 19 years of experience in childcare as a Director. I have experience with all ages 6 weeks to 12 years. I love arts and crafts, outdoor play and plan a curriculum with weekly themes. I have experience with toilet training, special needs, allergies and difficult behaviors. Currently obtaining my Bachelor's degree in...
Tracy can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"She watched my three year old and 6 month old for a few years. They call her auntie. They still call her to talk to her and they are in kindergarten and 2nd grade otherwise we would still use her!"
Tracy D.
Lori W.
Saint Charles, IL
$20-40/hr • 2 yrs exp
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...
I have worked as a nanny to a 11yr old boy with autism. I am very patient and loving and love helping the parents with whatever they need as well.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked as a teacher's assistant in every grade K-5 for seven years. During that time I worked with general education students as well as one on one with students with special needs. I have also previously worked as an after school nanny part time. I worked for two different families, each one for a year. Both families had two...
Samantha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
2.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a compassionate and dependable nurse, I have been working in a hospital in Michigan for 3 years, just recently moved to Illinois. In the past, I also worked in a nursing home and home care for 3 years too. I pride myself in the ability to adapt to any situation and learn new skills quickly. I have assisted clients/patients...
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...
Gianne A.
Schaumburg, IL
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Experience
* I have been working with children in multiple forms for over 10 years, including as an assistant teacher in a preschool setting
* I have experience in working with special needs children
* I was a stay-at-home mom of two for 6 years
* I am currently working with a family that I have been with for 9 years, and I am...
Gianne can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I am a full time special education teacher in cook county. I just started my 5th year teaching and am still loving it!
Emily G.
Roselle, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello! I have about 12 years of experience with children and 3 years experience as a full and part-time nanny. I have been with children from infant-10 years old. I also have experience with children with special needs. I truly enjoy interacting with kids and watching them grow and learn. I have developed great relationships...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
(Bachelor Of Science In Therapeutic Recreation) & Health-Care Professional Of 9 Years. I am a college graduate from Indiana University (2010) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Recreation and a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and CPR & First Aid...
Hello! My name Julie, I am 34 years old. I have been a nanny/house manager for over 10 years, where I helped my families with laundry, organizing, errands and meal prep. Over the last year I have been caring for a young adult with cerebral palsy. I have experience assisting with showering, dressing, and toiletry. Prior to that,...
Olivia M.
Schaumburg, IL
$15-18/hr
Hello my name is Livvy and I am looking for a summer job!! I go to the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and I also play on the women's soccer team there! I love kids! I am VERY energetic, outgoing, fun, and I never stop moving! I am a soccer coach for special Olympics and I play on a unified soccer team called team USA ran...
Maria M.
South Elgin, IL
$20/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! I just graduated from the University of Tampa and am living at home this summer before starting graduate school in August . I am an occupational therapy student so I have extensive experience working with children with special needs. I am the oldest of three and have been taking care of my younger siblings my whole life....
Maria can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Kayla R.
Roselle, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with travel, crafts, daily activities and chores around the house. I have worked with special needs kids through a functional neurology clinic for the past 6 and a half years as a neurology assistant. I am a Doctor of Chiropractic and a diplomat in Functional Neurology. I love and have...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Mikayla M.
Streamwood, IL
$17-23/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hello my name is Mikayla, and I am currently in school to become an elementary teacher! I love working with kids and get along well with animals. I also have experience working with children with special needs. First Aid trained, and can do light housework and prepare meals if needed. I have my own car. and am flexible with...
I have worked with seniors since 2007 to date. I have worked in Client's homes and in facilities. I have enjoyed working with each and every one of them. in I enjoy to know my clients individually, their needs and concerns. I enjoy making a connection with my clients and making them feel at home. I'm a happily married woman with...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elgin, IL
Tracy S.
5.0
Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I could have asked for to watch our little guy!
- Christina K.
Candace W.
5.0
Candace was the nanny for our 3 year old son from 6/21-9/21. She was wonderful with him. Great outings: libraries, parks, zoos, pumpkin farm, etc. She kept our active boy engaged and busy. Besides taking him to fun places, Candace is a great educator for his age. She taught him letters, numbers,...
- Lindsey B.
Sarah S.
5.0
I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two children. She has done overnight stays with us as well. Sarah interacts with my children through various games, activities, outdoor play, and is fully aware of...
- Stephanie M.
Doris A.
5.0
Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her.
- Evangeline E.
Tracy D.
5.0
She always feeds my son plenty of fruit and healthy snacks. She plans adorable art projects for him, and he always asks to go back.
- Megan H.
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