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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Godfrey, IL

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Godfrey, IL

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Rhonda M.


Godfrey, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving, Mother Looking For Children To Babysit

4.3

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have four children of my own. The last two I adopted are the most important things in the world to me. I did foster care for about 5 years before we adopted. I cared for all kinds of different types of children with different needs, a lot of them were special needs children. We enjoyed taking care of all the children we had...
Rhonda can also help with: Travel, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Rhonda is the best child care provider EVER!! She has been caring for our daughter for over a year now and we when had our last girl we NEVER considered anyone else. We are an Air Force family and we are so grateful to have "Grandma" Rhonda!! Yes, she has pets but...

Beth S.

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Rhonda M.


Godfrey, IL

$15/hr6 yrs exp

Full-Time Care Giver

I have over 25 years experience taking care of people in their homes. I have worked with many different types of people, from hospice patients, to patients with all types of disabilities, and people just needing help in their homes. Some of my training includes using Hoyer lifts, incontinence care, grooming, hygiene, bathing,...
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Julie W.


Alton, IL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Nurse Looking To Care For Your Loved One

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Im a retired Christian Nurse who has 25 yrs experience working in the health Care field . I come from a Military Family. I've worked in hospitals, Doctors offices, Long term care facilities, home health and addiction treatment facilities. I have worked with peds, geriatrics, hospice, dementia, special needs of every age level....
Julie can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Licensed Nurse

CNA

5.0
"Her nursing background was very helpful with my mom who had dementia and cancer. She really cares for the people she takes care of."

Pattie S.

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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Tori L.


Alton, IL

$19-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hey there! My name is Tori and I am 24 years old. I am taking a break from school, but am a year away from my degree in education. I have several years of experience babysitting children as well as children with special needs. I have also worked in both an elementary and middle school environment. At a job I had at a school, I...
Tori can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Olivia W.


Edwardsville, IL

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Part/Full Time Caregiver/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Olivia. Growing up as the second youngest in a family of 9, I completely understand the need for an extra set of hands around the house. Cleaning, cooking, homework help, potty training; whatever it may be, I am passionate about working with Children and Children with Special Need and can help you and your family...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Olivia is a phenomenal sitter and any parents who have the pleasure of working with her will be extremely lucky! She cared for our 4 kids, ranging from newborn to age 6, and was always on time and dependable. She is a delight to have around, and she will spend her...

Jennifer G.

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Bonnie C.


Saint Louis, MO

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of a 36-year-old daughter who has Down syndrome. I have worked in the past as a job developer, as well as a job coach for the St. Louis ARC. I also worked as an ISL employee caring for individuals with special needs in their home. I have also worked for an agency providing care to seniors in their home. I have...
Bonnie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I can't say enough great things about Bonnie. She is caring, gentle and knowledgeable. Bonnie was a true advocate for my mother. When PT and OT were working her too hard, she stepped in. She made appointments and took mother to them. She made sure she ate, took...

Niki R.

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Bonnie C.


Saint Louis, MO

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a 57-year-old woman whose youngest daughter is 32 and has Down syndrome. I also have a 13-year-old grandson who has Asperger's. I worked for four years with the St. Louis ARC, providing jobs as well as coaching for special ed. adults. I also worked at Willow's Way as an ISL employee caring for individuals with special needs...
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Ann C.


Florissant, MO

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working with children for the last 17 plus years and I enjoy it. I started working at a Children's Home as a child care provider, and did that for 5-6 years. Then I went to teach a class full of 2 and 3-year-olds. One day I would like to open my own day care for special needs children. These past two years I have...
Ann can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Ann is wonderful. She has watched our 2 children for us many times and we couldn’t be more satisfied with her. We have no worries when she’s there with them. She is an excellent communicator and always on time. Our children love playing with her. Our son has autism...

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Shantelle B.


Florissant, MO

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Typical And Special Needs Children

Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Shantelle AKA Tellie. I have over 20 years experience caring for children of all ages from newborn to teenagers. I am also experienced with children with special needs ranging from delayed, developmental, behavioral and physical disabilities like feeding tubes etc.
Shantelle can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Shantelle is amazing! My son really could tell she loved kids (even at 5 months) and was happy and smiling with her upon my departure! She's truly great and I to hire her again!"

Denise E.

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Ramanda B.


Saint Louis, MO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny & Family Assistant

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Currently available for part-time nanny hours and/or household admistrator duties in the Saint Louis, MO area. 10+ years of experience, including coaching, expressive therapies with children, and infant care. I have worked with ages birth-18 and am well versed in infant care and non-medical special needs. I have experience with...
Ramanda can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ramanda worked for my family for about 6 months while I was student teaching. She was a delight to have in our home and took care of my son like family. I could leave the house with piece of mind knowing my son was going to be safe and sound. I would recommend...

Sarah J.

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Amanda K.


Saint Charles, MO

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Special Education Teacher By Day Babysitter By Night

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

This is my 24th year of teaching, 14 of those years was preschoolers with special needs, 7 years teaching kindergarten. I graduated from Lindenwood University with my Bachelors and UMSL with my Masters both in Early Childhood Special Education. I have 2 adult children and 2 puppies. I enjoy crafts, sewing, swimming, painting,...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Great babysitter! She did an excellent job with our newborn twins last few weeks. And bonus, does work around the house when the babies slept. "

Adam O.

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Brittany D.


Saint Charles, MO

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

PRN & Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Brittany. In 2015 I started my journey as a home health aide worker. A journey that has undoubtedly changed my life for the better. I first started working with individuals of all ages whom had developmental & intellectual disabilities. After 3 years, I stepped into a team lead position within the company and...
5.0
"Brittany watches our 11 month old daughter when we go out for date nights and we love her! She is so sweet with my baby and has been watching her since she was 4 months old. We are so happy to have found such a. Kind and caring person that we can trust while we're...

Katie G.

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Rebecca H.


Granite City, IL

$15/hr10 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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Cher-rey S.


Saint Charles, MO

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Cher. I am very reliable, patient, loving and creative person. I have babysst since I was 13. Was a nanny for at least 6 years for different families ages newborn to 13 years old. Worked with special needs as a paraprofessional for a year k-3rd then worked at 3 different centers for at least 3 years in the infant...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Cher was great with our daughter and sent us regular updates throughout the night."

Tai O.

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Faith G.


Florissant, MO

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

My 3 E's: Empathy, Education, And Enjoyment

Hello! My name is Faith. I have 4 years of experience serving at church with 3-5-year-olds. I also took 3 years worth of early childhood education courses and have worked in preschool and elementary classrooms. I grew up in a big family (6 siblings) with two brothers who have down syndrome, so I am mildly familiar with special...
Faith can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Faith is Awesome worker she is patient and understanding....work very well with my daughter... AMAZING PERSON!!!!"

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Amanda C.


Saint Louis, MO

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher/ Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently with a family Tuesday / Wednesday and Thursday . I do bring my 4-year-old boy along and have been with the same family six months now. I was introduced to my previous family after word of mouth from my previous two. I'm looking for long term but short is ok too. I can provide a strong resume and recommendations. I am...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Amanda is absolutely incredible with my children. She started caring for both of my children as soon as I went back to work after maternity leave. She took wonderful care of them, sent pictures daily, was with them as they learned to walk and talk. She stepped...

Holli R.

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Rebecca H.


Granite City, IL

$15/hr4 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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Godfrey, IL

Rhonda M.

5.0

Ms. Rhonda watched my boys for about 7 months before they started Kindergarten. One of the sweetest people I know! Felt like she loved my kiddos like her own. She worked with me on enforcing rules I set, encouraging good manners and behaviors. Very good with communicating with me if any issues...

- Meghan B.

Julie W.

5.0

Her nursing background was very helpful with my mom who had dementia and cancer. She really cares for the people she takes care of.

- Pattie S.

Olivia W.

5.0

Olivia is one of the only people I trust with my 1 year old and 1 month old. She's the best sitter, always playing, singing, and teaching my little one. I highly recommend her to anyone in need of someone to love on their babies while they are away!

- Kayla M.

Bonnie C.

5.0

I can't say enough great things about Bonnie. She is caring, gentle and knowledgeable. Bonnie was a true advocate for my mother. When PT and OT were working her too hard, she stepped in. She made appointments and took mother to them. She made sure she ate, took meds, was bathed, and the house was...

- Niki R.

Ann C.

5.0

Ms. Monique has been wonderful with our 3 kids, she watched them all summer last year, during school breaks and any other time that we needed her. She is very reliable and great at finding activities for them to do and will even bring supplies for these. If we didn’t have them signed up at summer...

- Care member

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