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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Gurnee, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Gurnee, IL

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Agnes P.


Libertyville, IL

$25/hr

Medical Assistant

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I'm a very active energetic person I have a medical assistant degree that I finished 4 years ago. Over the years I gained a lot of experience as a caregiver with elderly. Would love to help out with your special someone.
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Kellien V.


Round Lake, IL

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

AT HOME DAY CARE

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love children and always establish a meaningful relationship with them. I am consistent with creating functional and fun activities. I have been teaching and tutoring for 11 years. I also have experience working and babysitting children who have Autism and a wide variety of children with special needs of all ages. I have been...
Kellien can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Corina A.


Libertyville, IL

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Kind And Nurturing Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy spending time with the elderly. So much to learn from them. I can definitely say that my life was greatly enriched while provide help and assistance to the elderly. Learning from their life experience and wisdom made me a better person. I have personal and work experience assisting those with special needs due to aging...
Corina can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Nicolette M.


Antioch, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Domestic Wisdom

I have 17 years experience as a Child Care Provider and 9 Years as a CNA. I have my own business and I have been a housekeeper.
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Dawne S.


Grayslake, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Welfare Attendant

I worked for 15 years for the Chicago Board of Education with many different children (of all ages) with special needs.
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Sarah M.


Libertyville, IL

$18-50/hr9 yrs exp

Childcare, 9 Years Experience. Some Basic Elderly Care And Special Needs Experience.

Hi!! I'm a senior. I have 9 years of experience with childcare and basic elderly care as well as some experience with people with special needs. I am willing to help with pet care and household chores.
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Nickea Y.


Zion, IL

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I've worked with children with special needs for a few years, I know how to work just about any wheelchair, I've done senior care, and I love my attention to detail.
Nickea can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Maggie D.


Mundelein, IL

$20-50/hr8 yrs exp

Care Provider To All And A Music Lover!

My name is Maggie, and I am currently looking to assist in any home that may need help! I have a degree in Music and History education from Western Michigan University. I have been working for the past 8 years doing many jobs including substitute teaching, tutoring, special education teaching assistant, and even as a vocal...
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Rohini J.


Mundelein, IL

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

Special Care Taker

Caring for a disabled person requires patience, compassion, and dedication. It's about understanding their unique needs and providing support with love and respect. By fostering a nurturing environment, offering tailored assistance, and celebrating their achievements, we can help them thrive, ensuring they feel valued, safe, and...
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Riley B.


Lake Villa, IL

$20-22/hr2 yrs exp

I Am A Very Energetic And Love Putting Smiles On Children's Faces!

I have two years paid experience watching children. I am experienced watching special needs children, and have worked in daycares as well. I am going to be working to get my CPR certification. I can help with light chores, errands, pets, and transportation. Hope to speak with you soon :)
Riley can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Roseleen B.


Lake Villa, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Service For Full-Time Job

My experience with special needs services is that I worked in a nursing home in Lake Bluff. I worked as a RTA (restorative therapist assistant). I worked there for about a year and a half, and I worked in the rehabilitation department. I have also done other various in-home care for seniors, for a woman who was a paraplegic.
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Sandra G.


Waukegan, IL

$22-25/hr6 yrs exp

I do not have any paid experience I only have personal experience with my 6 1/2-year-old son. He is low functioning autism, global development delay, apraxia, hyperactivity. I am very loving and understanding and reliable. I have also many years experience as a full time nanny.
I've dedicated almost a decade of my life to caring for children because I'm passionate about fostering their growth and development. In that time, I've acquired the skills that make me an ideal caregiver: patience, creativity, and a friendly disposition. I communicate effectively with parents about their children's day and any...
Janelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

I have a degree in special education. I was a special education teacher for 3 years and worked with non-verbal autistic students.
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Katherine H.


Round Lake, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mommy And Nanny

I am the mother to two wonderful boys both who have special needs. My oldest is 6 and has severe ADHD with possible bi-polar, and my younger one is 3 with failure to thrive and GERD. Both are very active boys who have kept me on my feet. I am very used to speech/occupation/physical therapies as they both have IEP's through the...
Katherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Colleen M.


Mundelein, IL

$15-20/hr

Part Time Caregiver Available For Special Needs Children And Adults In Powers Lake/ Twin Lakes

Extensive experience with children and adults of various abilities, especially with Adaptive Water Sports
I have experience with emotional, mental, physical and medical special needs. I can take care of kids or adults. I have experience with epi pen, insulin, feeding tube, non-verbal, autism, wheel chairs, and hoyer.
I have been doing nursing home and at home care for 15+ years. I started in high school and loved it so much I continued on into my adult years. I love working with other individuals and feel when you work one on one you can be more personal and give more attention to the individual then you can in a nursing home. When your able...
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Marjorie B.


Lake Villa, IL

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse Caregiver Home Visits Or Part-Time Caregiver

Caring, compassion, skillful, honest and outgoing registered nurse with vast experience in home care visits, including ADL's, IV management, medication administration, hospice, & wound care in pediatrics and geriatrics.
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Riley B.


Lake Villa, IL

$18-22/hr1 yrs exp

I'm currently working at a place where I help others with Autism, and I would like to help more and grow outside of my work as well!

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

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Gurnee, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.