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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Island Lake, IL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Island Lake, IL

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Amy C.


Cary, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

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I am currently a special education teacher and I love it. I have worked with a variety of kids and adults with disabilities in many different activities.
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Ursula S.


Grayslake, IL

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hands

Hi there, I'm Ursula. I work full-time in education as a Educational Sign Language Interpreter. I'm off in the summers and have availability during the weekends during the school year. I've worked with kids at school with a range of disabilities and also provided home care. Looking for weekend work now and more hours in...
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Suzana G.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr

Sami Retired Registered Nurse

I have more than 25 years experience of working with all age categories patients including cerebral palsy, autism, mental development, diagnosis associated , dementia, diabetes, cancer patients, ALS, MS, autoimmune disorders. I am available for 4 days per week assignments.
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Sarah N.


Cary, IL

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi There!

I have many years of experience working with children and young adults on the autism spectrum, as well as nannying for toddlers and babies, and I can honestly say it has been the most fulfilling job I've ever had. I've learned so much about what it means to love and how to find joy in the simpler of things. I would love the...
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Mary Chris B.


Algonquin, IL

$28/hr10 yrs exp

15+ Years Extensive Experience In Providing High Quality Care To The Elderly.

With the Degree in Psychology, Nursing Attendant and 15+ years of Caregiving experience in Elderly Care. I'm reliable and compassionate private duty caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations, maintaining and developing a strong rapport with a patient. Able to provide a number of services...
Mary Chris can also help with: Respite care, dementia, meal prep, home modification, hospice services, transportation & more
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Colleen M.


Mundelein, IL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Mom of three children ages 25, 22, and 12. I have many years of experience in childcare though our parish and school, along with volunteering with children with special needs in the area of Adaptive Water Sports. I am also a foster parent and adoptive parent.
Colleen can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Amanda F.


Barrington, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time

I am a full time special education teacher in cook county. I just started my 5th year teaching and am still loving it!
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Summer G.


Barrington, IL

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Summer. Over the past two years, I've had the privilege of working with children in various settings, from volunteering at a special needs school to babysitting in my neighborhood and working at a summer camp. Each experience has been incredibly rewarding, and I've gained valuable skills in connecting with children and...
Summer can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Violet B.


McHenry, IL

$14-18/hr4 yrs exp

I currently work for NSSEO kirk school it is a therapeutic day school that helps students with multiple disabilities ranging from autism to non ambulatory medical needs. I work part time a few days a week and I would like something either on the weekends or one or two days a week in the evenings around 5:00 pm
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Leni K.


Ingleside, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have been caring and providing care for individuals with special needs for over 20 years. My experiences and skills are with patients with ADHD, ADD, Celebral Palsy, mental illness FD. I'm responsible, patient, dependable and committed to helping them to enjoy and live their lives to the fullest of their ability.
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Jenna J.


Grayslake, IL

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I graduated from Marquette University, with a bachelors in public relations and advertising with studies in early childhood development. I am the eldest child. So, naturally I have always had that maternal caretaking abilities. I started babysitting/pet sitting in high school and really shifted my focus on nannying after I...
Jenna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Hi, My name is Kayla! My experience ranges from newborns to teenagers. My experience also includes working with special needs children age ranging from newborns to up to 17 years old. I have been a date night, occasional or just a "sanity check" sitter for 5+ years. I work full time so I am only available evenings!
Kayla can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jessica R.


McHenry, IL

$17-30/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked with children with ASD for 3 years and have tons of experience with all ages. I have a master's in Special education and ABA
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Patricia L.


Algonquin, IL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Assistant

I can help at your home individual special needs. I am very familiar with children and adults wide variety of special needs. I can help with children on the spectrum. I am very good with children and adults with the G-tub. I am very familiar with individuals that have epilepsy and a seizure disorder. Looking for spending time...
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Alaina S.


Cary, IL

$15-18/hr3 yrs exp

Hard-working And Passionate

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I was president of Educators Rising in high school and I am the current president of NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) at Illinois State University. I volunteered at the daycare in my church. I have babysitting experience with family and some family friends. I was part of Best Buddies for 4 years,...
Alaina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Morgan M.


Wauconda, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part - Time Caregiver

I was Nanny to child with special needs from August 2018 to March 2020. I provided care for a 6-year-old with severe down syndrome Monday - Friday from 6-8 a.m. then again after school, 3-6 p.m. I would make and feed him breakfast, pack his backpack with bottles/ lunch, assist him with transportation on and off of the school...
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Karen R.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Caring, Patient Professional Nanny

I have worked with special needs children as a special needs bus driver and summer school teacher's assistant for eight year. I have a cover letter and resume that I will bring to an interview. Thank you.
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Dawn C.


McHenry, IL

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother And Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of a 21 yr old son, a 28-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 7-year-old boy. I have over 15 years babysitting and Nanny experience with all ages as well as special needs care. I find joy in helping children learn and grow. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, going to parks and taking nature walks. I am...
Dawn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Zofia G.


Mundelein, IL

$26-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have 13 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation , Bathing , Housekeeping, medication administration , special care , special needs assistance. I had great work reference from families who employed me. got Annual non medical service workers training certification. All Trust Methods of...
Zofia can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning

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

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Island Lake, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.