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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Highwood, IL

The average posted rate is $23/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Highwood, IL

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Niaja L.


Wheeling, IL

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

Supporting You

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Hello my name is Niaja, I am passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others. Making your life easier is always the goal. I am dedicated to making a positive impact in people's lives. I love providing support to others around me and hopefully I can include that in your lives. I have worked in the hospital for...
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Charles M.


Wilmette, IL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher With Special Needs Experience

I am a golden apple nominated teacher with experience working with special needs students, including a year working in special edict specifically. I also am an adjunct professor of Educational Psychology. I coach cross-country and track and Field during the school year. I am warm, patient and dependable. Given my education and...
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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Cary W.


Vernon Hills, IL

$25-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Cary & I love working with others to create engaging experiences through an environment that fosters safety, creativity, curiosity, & kindness. I have incredibly strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality, maturity, a very high emotional intelligence, & an unmatched sense of integrity. Other...
Cary can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship, hospice services, home modification, dementia, personal care & more
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Talia C.


Deerfield, IL

$16-30/hr2 yrs exp

- Work for United Cerebral palsy ! Work one one one with kids with disabilities to help them in social environments and basic daily tasks - have been on three clubs for supporting kids with social needs - worked abroad with kids 0-3 with special needs
I have worked at a elementary, and middle school levels with a wide range of students! As a elementary school teaching assistant, I have worked with students with autism, down syndrome, various physical handicaps, and specific learning disabilities. As a middle school teacher I also have experience working with children who...
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Megan H.


Northbrook, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Megan. I am 23 years old. I am a high school teacher with over 10 years of experience working with kids. love working with kids and I have babysat 12 families in my hometown. I have babysat toddlers, children, preteens and teenagers. I also have babysat children with special needs. I am known for being...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Isabella S.


Lincolnshire, IL

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER / BABYSITTER

Hello, my name is Isabella. I am 25 years old. I have had my EMT license for 1 year and worked as an Ambulance Driver as well as Basic Life Support Provider since having my EMT license. I am currently in a transitional period with work and looking for a family who could use my excellent knowledge and experience to help support...
I love to help others that don't have the strength and/or ability to care for themselves. I got certified & licensed as a nursing assistant in 2019. I enjoy learning new skills that can help me and others. I also want to continue my path in the medical field. I have special needs members in my family who I care for at times....
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Alina Y.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time

Hello! Experienced nanny offering 9 years of experience caring for children from birth to school age, including special needs kids. A positive role model focused on the support and care of the child's development. Graduated from medical school in Ukraine with a paramedic degree where I learned how to stay calm and know how to...
Alina can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Laima O.


Buffalo Grove, IL

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Additional Family Member

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a caregiver for more than 18 years. In my past jobs I have taken care of stroke victims, people with Alzheimer's disease, cancer patients, and individuals with dementia and epilepsy (my last job for 15+ years). I even took care of a man who suffered from ALS. With the ALS patient I had to maintain his ventilator,...
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Thet K.


Wheeling, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I worked in one of the nursing homes for a year. I have been working with several home health agencies since 2010. I also worked some private duty caring for young people with special needs.
Thet can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

CNA

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Katharine S.


Wheeling, IL

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Have worked for NWSRA since 2013. I'm CPR, first aid and safety care certified. I have experience with behaviors and some medical needs. I know minimal sign language but willing to learn!
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Thet K.


Wheeling, IL

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Part-time/Full-time CNA Caregiver

I worked in nursing home for a year. I have been working as CNA/caregiver in home health setting since 2010. I have had experiences in taking care of clients with quadriplegic, Cerebral Palsy (mild to severe type), Autism, mental illness, Asperger's, ADHD, Neurological genetic disorder and other special needs. I also possess the...
I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and I have 3 years of experience caring for children of all ages. I'm known for being patient and calm, and I always put the child's best interests first. I believe in open communication with parents, and I use their preferred method to provide regular updates...
I am a special education teacher with 13 year of experience. I am calm and patient.
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Judith B.


Deerfield, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver (Summer)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I currently work full-time for a wonderful family that has an adorable 2. 5-year-old that I have been playing with for over 2 years; however, I am available for one-time appts and/or date-nights! I am raising two wonderful children and have been a homemaker/caregiver for 17 years. I believe all children can be successful...
Judith can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Laimute B.


Lake Forest, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hello, I have extensive experience taking care of children with special needs, disabled adults and the elderly. Are you looking for quality care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled caregiver with 15+ years experience. I have excellent references and have experience to help in the hospital. I...
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Jennifer M.


Wheeling, IL

$23-28/hr10 yrs exp

I am an experienced mother who has cared for two special needs children. My daughter had cancer at 9. My son was speech and language delayed, LD, and has ADHD.
Hello! My name is Abbey. I am currently a student at Brigham Young University studying Family Services. I have one more year left and I plan to get my masters in Social work upon graduation. I have a lot of experience working with children as I have nannied for years in the past. I also worked for a while at a special needs...
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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