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Tatiana did amazing with our daughter she loved her. She uses her own log to write down what they did and anything my daughter ate. She…
Review for Tatiana M. by Care member
Thanks to Care.com, we are happy to have a nice babysitter for our son, who will be 3 years old on the 3rd of December. Liz is a caring and…
Review for Elizabeth W. by Michael D.
Miranda is a super-sweet, down to earth, value-minded person and fun to boot! She is always on time (usually a few minutes early) and…
Review for Miranda L. by Sarena M.
Special needs caregivers in Marengo, IL
Katie B.
Marengo, IL
$15-29/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello my name is Katie. I have worked with kids for over 20 years. I do have experience working with kids that have Autism or ADD or ADHD and other disabilities. I think that is very important to always stay positive with everything that you do. I do enjoy arts and crafts, and playing games. I always have a smile on my face.
I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver. I enjoy conversing and providing companionship while looking out for your beloved family member's wellbeing. I am willing to provide light housekeeping, meal prep, and run errands as well.
Mica R.
Marengo, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
As a caretaker who currently works with special needs children, I want to make a positive impact on the lives of children. My patient and friendly nature allows me to easily connect with children and their parents. When it comes to communicating about a child's day, I follow the parents' preferred method, whether it's verbal...
Mica can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Tatiana M.
Garden Prairie, IL
$22-37/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi there!
I'm Tatiana, and I've been working with kids for 2 years now. I started as a para at a school for students with autism in the kindergarten room and loved it. Now, I'm at a public school as a speech therapy assistant with students aged 5-8, including some with special needs.
In my spare time, I go to the gym and help...
Tatiana can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Tatiana is so patient and thoughtful as a caregiver for our 2-year-old! He asks about her when he has not seen her in a while. She is detail-oriented and asks open questions to understand his needs and preferences and how they are different depending on the day....
Maddy S.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi!!!! I have been involved in working with children for 10 years. I began by babysitting for a few neighbors. I then became a nanny every day for about 3 hours Monday through Friday. I have worked at summer camps for children with special needs. I have been a nanny for two different families for the last 2 summers. This past...
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
Ashley S.
Genoa, IL
$18-26/hr • 4 yrs exp
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...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was 13. I have taken a care giving class. I have babysat children from infancy-12 years of age. I have worked the past two summers at Western Dupage Special Recreation Association. There, I have worked with children from ages 6-12 with different special needs. I have also worked programs involving...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Thanks to Care.com, we are happy to have a nice babysitter for our son, who will be 3 years old on the 3rd of December. Liz is a caring and experienced babysitter. Because we don't have a second car, she has the added ability to pick up and drop off our son. Her...
Michael D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
As a big sister of two little brothers, and a member of a large extended family (with lots of little cousins!), my love for kids has only grown over the years. Kids are my passion, and I always feel comfortable around them. I love to play, teach, and create with children, as I've always been a very creative and driven person...
Miranda can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Miranda interviewed with us for a full time nanny position. She was punctual, organized, and truthful. Her references were wonderful and all of them commented on how she was not just a babysitter who sat on the phone and watched TV. They said she interacted with...
Jamie B.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a nurturing and dependable caregiver with over 25 years of experience with children of all ages (infants, toddlers, school age). I have also cared for older adults that needed a caregiver and had special needs. As a former teacher, I understand that each child may learn differently, which is why my care-giving approach is...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maria is a fabulous sitter. She is caring and nurturing and very reliable."
Michelle K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Sydney. I have been watching kids ages ranging from 0-12 for the past 7 years, including special needs kids. I have babysat newborn twins, I have babysat a child with cerebral palsy since she was infancy to 7 years old. I have babysat a 5-year-old child who had autism for about 5 years. Overall, I have a lot of...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Was a Very Passionate and caring babysitter was the only sitter I've hired that actually brings fun activities to do! I would recommend, Thanks Sydney!"
Chad J.
5.0
(1)
I have over 13 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities, and I have a strong passion for this work. As the eldest child in my family, I have had ample experience caring for infants and preschool aged children. Most of my experience is working with children and young adults ranging in age from 3 to 18+ years...
5.0
"Jessica is a great employee! She is passionate, up-beat and a hard worker. She takes initiative and asks questions when she has them. She dies a great job building rapport with families, co-workers and those she assists. She's worked with individuals with a variety...
Kuenzi D.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
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...
Robin can also help with: Light cleaning, mobility assistance, errands, dementia, meal prep, companionship & more
5.0
"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 compassion and respect during each stage for was beautiful."
Margaret M.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Anna, 30 yrs old, live in McHenry, mom of two girls age 5yrs and 2 yrs. Experience in formal daycares and in-home care. Have worked with highly sensitive infants, autistic and special needs children, and ages from 6 weeks-14 yrs old. I am CPR and first aid trained, certification is out of date though! I am available...
Anna can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Ana was very kind and enjoyable to be around with my daughter. She watched her for a date night and we were very pleased. "
Paige N.
Moriah B.
Lake in the Hills, IL
$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I provide excellent care services by having clear, structured expectations and offering fun, engaging activities. I am experienced with a diverse variety of needs and ages.
Below is a summary of my experience/qualifications:
-Currently a teacher, pursuing Special Ed accreditation (1 yr)
-Teaching assistant/after school care...
Moriah can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Moriah was a great find! She did a fantastic job with our 8 year old son, he had nothing but good things to say about his time with her. I would highly recommend her."
Jeff B.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Renee and I am a holistic caregiver, specializing in assisting family members with behavioral, psychiatric and developmental challenges. There is a lot of education and degrees alongside my 25 years of professional experience, but my best asset to your family really is my attitude. I bring a lot of positivity...
5.0
"Renee has been amazing. My kids adore her. She has been a life saver. She keeps the kids busy and engaged. Definitely recommend for any family."
Michael L.
Ava S.
Hebron, IL
$20-27/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hi, I am Ava! I am 23 years old.
I am the oldest of 6 siblings ranging from the ages of 20 to 3 years old. I have ample experience caring for newborns and toddlers and experience providing care for babies and toddlers with special needs (my youngest brother is vision impaired, epileptic, and has neurological issues that require...
Ava can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Our family used Ava as a nanny until we moved out of state. She was very accommodating to our family’s schedule and needs, including our youngest child who is medically complex. If only we could’ve taken her with us when we moved!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have a medical assistant background and I have done in home care and facility care for elderly and special needs. I can assist with daily functions of hygiene, feeding, mobility, companionship, as well as providing security, patience and compassion. I can help with maintaining your loved one's schedules and appointments.
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, transportation, errands
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Kimberly did a great job taking care of our step father and father. She was very caring and receptive to their needs!!! "
Care member
Sherry D.
Hampshire, IL
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
Warm And Patient Childcare Provider Available For Full-time Or Part-time/occassional Care
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
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...
5.0
"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 with him and my daughter! There kids always look forward to her coming over because they know they'll have a...
Rhonda H.
Norma M.
Crystal Lake, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have cared for children with autism and Down syndrome, ADD/HD. I worked at School District 95 Special Education Department.
5.0
"Norma is the best! Very professional and helpful with our special needs son. "
Scott G.
4.0
(7)
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her."
Shannon C.
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