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Sherry D.

Warm And Patient Childcare Provider Available For Full-time Or Part-time/occassional Care

Hampshire, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Worked 4 day weeks as a Nanny for 5 years with child diagnosed within Autism Spectrum with some developmental delays. Child was 2 1/2 - 7 1/2 years old during this period. Also cared for younger sibling who was 2 years younger and required standard care. Continued occasional date night care through now, children are now 13 and...

Rhonda H. says "Sherry has been amazing with our family. She I'd the only person outside of immediate family that we've allowed to watch our ASD child! She is wonderful...

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Experienced Special Needs Professional With Flexible Schedule

Hampshire, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
***I CURRENTLY WORK FULL-TIME IN THE SPECIAL RECREATION FIELD. However, I am periodically available to help on nights and weekends!*** I have been working with individuals with disabilities for the past 9 years in a variety of different settings. Before I graduated with my degree is B. S. Rehabilitation Services (minoring in...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Hampshire, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hi my name is Cheryl, I have been a caregiver for 8 years. I have cared for all ages and all different needs including; paralysis, cerebral palsy and autism. Thanks!
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My Job Is Very Rewarding To Me/Special Needs Available

Hampshire, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have had many rewarding clients and they all have touched my life in a special way. I love what I do.
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Hampshire, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
Teacher for 4 years with a general education and special education licenses. CPR certified. Work with kids with all different abilities consistently. Babysat frequently before become a certified teacher.
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Part-time Caregiver

Gilberts, IL

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi Parents! I'm Brooke, a loving and dependable nanny with 8+ years of full-time experience and 3 years as a newborn night nanny. I'm CPR-certified, a pediatric occupational therapy graduate, and have worked with children from newborn through preteen-including multiples, special needs, severe allergies, and asthma. I'm patient,...

nicole M. says "She is dependable and can always bring a smile to someone's face! She is a hard worker and loves kids and cares so well for them. "

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Ella...

Sycamore, IL

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$15/hr
Hello, my name is Ella.. and I am 18 years old. I am the oldest daughter of 8 siblings. I have a helpful mindset. I am very willing to do what is needed. Being around young kids often, I am very patient and love finding fun things to do.
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Huntley, IL

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hi, my name is Bridget! I have over 5 years of experience providing care for all ages. I am CPR certified and am currently attending school to become an ultrasound technician! I have experience with special needs children, bilingual children, infants/babies, and children up to the age of 13.
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Genoa, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
Having grown up babysitting my five younger siblings, including one with special needs, has uniquely prepared me to be an exceptional babysitter. Managing a diverse group of children taught me patience, adaptability, and the importance of creating a safe and nurturing environment. I've learned to handle everything from meal...
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Huntley, IL

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! I'm currently a Freshman at Iowa State University! I am majoring in Family Consumer Sciences (Home Economics) with a minor in History and plan to become a future teacher! I absolutely adore kids. I previously babysitting for two 5-year-old boys. I was a cheer coach for 4 years (K-3), had several student teaching...
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Helping Our Unique Friends

Sycamore, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I am a certified teacher and am licensed to have children with special needs in my classroom. My step-brother is autistic, so are his friends that come over. I have had experience with a variety of disabilities, from EBD, Downs Syndrome, Autism, cerebral Palsy, and more. I do believe that every child is different and cannot be...
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With over 25 years of experience supporting children and adults with developmental disabilities--including Autism and Down syndrome--I bring both deep compassion and proven expertise to providing personalized care and promoting independence. Throughout my career, I have collaborated closely with therapists, educators, and...
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Experienced Child Care/Mother's Helper

Sycamore, IL

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$20/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a 51-year-old female available to care for your children. Children are one of the greatest joys in life! I have experience watching children ages 1 months to 12 years, as well as those with special needs. We love to play games, go on outings, watch movies, read books and do crafts. I have experience in child care, household...
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Seasoned Nanny With 25 Years Of Experience.

Sycamore, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have worked with children of all ages for more than half of my life including children with special needs. For over 25 years I have been a full-time nanny. Previously, I worked as an assistant director of an after-school park district program, and lead toddler room day care teacher. Over the last 25 years I have immensely...
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Been Working With Children Of All Ages For More Then Ten Years

Elgin, IL

4.5(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Professional Nanny & House Manager Dedicated, nurturing, and highly experienced childcare professional with over 18 years of hands-on experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers, including multiples and children with special needs. CPR and First Aid certified, I specialize in creating safe, engaging, and...

Care Member says "Nicole has always been amazing with the kids and very helpful and accommodating! She’s been able to help us in a pinch and is so sweet! "

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Nanny

South Elgin, IL

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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...

Care Member says "We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are home from...

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DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a recent college graduate from NIU. I have experience caring for children of different ages. I have worked with a wide array of children from newborns to 13-year-olds. I have experience working with children who have special needs/disabilities. I majored in Art and English receiving two bachelors degrees. If you...

Jade M. says "Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and great at calming...

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Part-time Caregiver (with Special Needs Experience) Available - Child Development PhD. Student

DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
**I am currently employed through fall 2019-spring 2020 and cannot take on new clients at this time!** I am currently in the Ph. D. program at NIU for clinical child psychology, and am looking for a caregiving position over the summer. I have experience caregiving with infants and children. I grew up babysitting younger...

Anton P. says "Leanna has been babysitting my two children for the past three years. She's great! She gets them involved in activities every time she comes over. They...

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Caregiver With A Smile

Lake in the Hills, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
companionship
mobility assistance
dementia
errands
+ 1 more
I've been a stay at home Mom/ Licensed Massage Therapist for 25 + years. My oldest child is 30, and my youngest just turned 20. I am looking for part time caregiver position. I have worked with elderly care, handicapped, disabled, learning disabled, ADHD, special needs, of teenagers to senior citizens. My son was a quadriplegic...

Margaret M. says "Robin was kind and so gentle as she cared for our 100 year old mom who needed help transferring initially and then was bed ridden by the end. Her...

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Saint Charles, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
I truly enjoy helping all populations, Seniors, Children and special need clients. I have experience working with all listed above.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Hampshire, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in Hampshire, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Sherry D.

Sherry has been amazing with our family. She I'd the only person outside of immediate family that we've allowed to watch our ASD child! She...

- Rhonda H.

Brooke P.

She is dependable and can always bring a smile to someone's face! She is a hard worker and loves kids and cares so well for them.

- nicole M.

Nicole P.

Nicole has always been amazing with the kids and very helpful and accommodating! She’s been able to help us in a pinch and is so sweet!

- Care member

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