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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lake in the Hills, IL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Lake in the Hills, IL

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Laura D.


Cary, IL

$15-26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs And Senior Caregiver

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I have 30+ years caring for children and adults with special needs, including people in our aging generation living with dementia. I am passionate about advocating for those who cannot advocate for themselves. I am compassionate, caring and reliable.
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, respite care & more
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Heather W.


Barrington, IL

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Heather, and I am a loving and energetic caregiver with a passion for working with children. I'm a mom of three teenagers and have over 20 years of teaching experience, ranging from preschool to high school. Currently, I work with special needs children, which has given me a wealth of experience in creating...
Heather can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Summer G.


Barrington, IL

$16-20/hr • 2 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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Patricia L.


Algonquin, IL

$16-21/hr • 10 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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Jordan K.


Crystal Lake, IL

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have worked with children from different backgrounds, including those with special needs. I am willing to help out where needed and as much as I possibly can.
Jordan can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Amanda F.


Barrington, IL

$15-20/hr • 7 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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Natalie K.


Dundee, IL

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hi my name is Natalie I have been working with kids for 5+ years including special needs children. My 4-year-old nephew is my best friend and I helped raise him since birth. I am very laid back and patient. I can help cook, clean, and with anything else you may need!
Natalie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jillian C.


Algonquin, IL

$20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, and caring. I like working with kids because they make me happy - I like to inspire children. I'm looking for a job that has a stable schedule and good hours I started working with kids when I was 12, I have two twin brothers with special needs who will be 10 this year!...
Jillian can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
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Grace E.


Cary, IL

$15-18/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Grace, and I am currently working as a Licensed Esthetician. For that reason, I am looking for part time hours babysitting and/or petsitting! I have taken numerous childhood care courses as well as studied elementary mathematical teaching practices. I am 22 years old and I have been sitting for neighbors and...
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Nicole A.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

The Friendly and Fun Nicole C.

Hello! I'm Nicole and I would love to join your world and learn more about your child who has special needs. I myself have a brother who has Down syndrome and understand the unique world that families who love someone with special need are a part of. I have spent many years volunteering with special needs organizations and am...
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Ellen A.


Algonquin, IL

$25-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

I'm a certified caregiver who has worked in Senior/Special Needs care for three years as a live-in, and travel caregiver.
Ellen can also help with: Respite care, errands, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
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Courtney L M.


Crystal Lake, IL

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hi!

I am passionate about helping people in need. My current occupation is a human services organization. I serve adults with intellectual developmental disabilities. I thought I would put my info on here in case anyone in my area needs some help!
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Elena R.


Barrington, IL

$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

My name is Elena and I graduated from Valparaiso University in May 2024. I studied psychology and sociology. I have had a great passion for working with kids my whole life. I work at a school as a teachers aide. I work at a school that serves a population of kids with severe autism, behavioral issues, and medical issues. The...
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Mary O.


Dundee, IL

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver For Special Needs

Hi, my name is Mary, and in High School, I was involved with in a deaf ministry with special needs. Now in college, for the past 2 years I have been involved in my church's special need ministry called Pathfinders. I believe that each individual is unique and created by God whether they have a condition or not.
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Marissa S.


Algonquin, IL

$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp

I've worked as a Registered Behavior Technician during my undergrad. I worked with children with Autism ages 2-13. During my gap year I worked as a Qualified Intellectual Disability Profession for a grant funded Adult learning program. I worked with adults ages 18-94 with a variety of diagnoses as well a varying levels of...
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Agnieszka P.


Algonquin, IL

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Dedicated caregiver with extensive experience providing compassionate support to individuals of all ages, from infants to seniors, with diverse special needs. Proficient in addressing ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, mobility challenges, speech delay, blindness/visual impairment, Down Syndrome, food...
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Ella T.


Crystal Lake, IL

$17-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

About Me !

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi , my name is Ella , I attend mchenry county college and i'm looking for a summer job that has a stable schedule and welcoming home. I'd describe my personality as creative, optimistic and outgoing. I love working with kids and being someone they can come to for advice. I started working with kids when I was 14. I've had...
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Karin S.


Carpentersville, IL

$18-23/hr • 6 yrs exp

I'm currently going to university for a degree in Elementary Education with a minor in English Education. I'm two years into my program, and I love it! I'm the oldest child in a family of otherwise all boys, and I've been taking care of them and other children through babysitting since I was 13 (my brothers called me mom when...
Karin can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

I have over 10 years of experience with special needs. autism, adhd, severe anxiety. Im CPR certified and first aid I provide my own transportation.
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Amy C.


Cary, IL

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

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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Ratings for Lake in the Hills, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Lake in the Hills, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.