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60 special needs caregivers are listed in North Aurora, IL

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in North Aurora, IL

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Paula E.


North Aurora, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Help-N-U At Home

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love working with people of all ages. I have many years of experience working with infants, young children and the elderly. I'm currently a caregiver to my mother and tend to her needs as needed. I also have over 40 years on and off assisting special needs individuals in the private sector as well as various organizations...
Paula can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"My husband and I have known Paula and her family for many years. Paula provided respite care services for our severe and profound developmentally disabled daughter for several years. Our daughter now lives in a Intermediate Care Facility. Paula was extremely...

Janet P.

I started volunteering for children with autism around 2010. I did childcare for the Autism Conference in Chicago for three years. I've also worked as an aide in various special education schools and as an ABA therapist for Easterseals. I plan on continuing my education in the near future and staying in this field. I currently...
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Paula E.


North Aurora, IL

$15-34/hr10 yrs exp

Help At Home

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love working with people of all ages. I have several years of experience working with infants, young children up to seniors. I also have experience working with special needs children/adults in various activities/organizations that I have been involved with throughout the Fox Valley area over the years. I am a very caring...
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Isabella E.


North Aurora, IL

$17-50/hr2 yrs exp

A Bit About Me!

I'm currently a registered behavior technician where I work 1:1 with autistic kids aged 3-8. I have received additional trainings such as trauma informed care and am first aid/aed/CPR certified for adults and pediatrics. I am a college student attending school to achieve my goal of being a pediatric occupational therapist. While...
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Isabella H.


North Aurora, IL

$23/hr1 yrs exp

Dedicated And Loving Caregiver

Hi, it's so nice to meet you! I am so excited for this opportunity as I will be able to gain experience and growth through my career in education! I can be described as someone who is kind, responsible, loving and caring. I am also a sophomore at Aurora University studying to be an early childhood sped teacher! As for my...
Skills:

CPR

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Emily C.


North Aurora, IL

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

I have been in childcare (babysitting, schools for special needs, therapy for special needs) for most of my life. I have experience caring for children aged 2-14. I believe in having fun, being outdoors, teaching skills in context (such as tying shoes etc.) and having a positive relationship rather than just being a babysitter.
Emily can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Isabella H.


North Aurora, IL

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Caring And Loving Nanny

Hello! My name is Isabella and I have over 3 years of hands-on experience working in childcare. I currently work at a daycare, where I care for children of various ages 0-5, helping them learn, play, and grow in a safe and nurturing environment. Additionally, I have experience working at a special needs camp, supporting children...
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

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Susan E.


Elburn, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Happiness For Me Is Defined By Serving Others And Making A Contribution In This World .

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello I am looking for the opportunity to serve your loved one and family with the most dignity and respect and kindness one has to offer. I have my associates in science towards nursing . I also have extensive background serving special needs , elderly , and home bound. I enjoy this work. I do believe this is my calling . I...
Susan can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Susan is an exceptional caregiver! It is obvious that she is passionate about caring for people, and I cannot Recommend her enough! "

Care member

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Sydney R.


Batavia, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sydney, I am 24 years old and a student at the Chamberlain University. I am studying nursing with the goal to be a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. I am the oldest out of 3 and helped out a lot with my siblings when they were younger. I have a wide range of experience watching kids from infants to pre-teens as well...
Sydney can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She frequently cares for my children (ages 4 and 7), and I have often observed her patience and creatively with my boys. She is a role...

Andrea W.

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Canan M.


Naperville, IL

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I currently take care of a child who has specuial needs. I assist with eating ,changing, changing feeding machine, comforting, and constructing activities. I am going to school currently for early childhood education. Please message me with details regarding a position.
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Muriel C.


Batavia, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Caring, And Patient Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a wife and mother of 2 young adults who has lived in the tri-cities for 28 years. I have worked as an outdoor education nature and science teacher for 10 years at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia, IL. During this time period, I taught all age groups, from preschoolers to adults. When special needs...
5.0
"Muriel watched our 19 yr old special needs daughter for the day while we were in town for a wedding. She was so warm, professional and fun. My daughter felt comfortable around her immediately which put us at ease and allowed us to enjoy ourselves. She developed a...

Patricia S.

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Wendy P.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Loving Caregiver Seeking Part Time Position To Make A Positive Difference

If you are looking for a kind, patient and compassionate person to assist you or your loved one, I could be just what you are looking for. I am seeking a part time position to provide companionship and assistance with other needs such as light house work, errands, meal prep., appointments, etc. I am energetic, out-going,...
5.0
"I have had Wendy care for my 77 year old husband who has both Parkinson’s and dementia. She was on time, engaged him in activities, even cleaned the kitchen! Great gal! Highly recommended!"

Care member

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Tamara A.


West Chicago, IL

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked for help at home which was Lutheran social services prior to that I've worked with many different clients ranging from dementia and Parkinson's disease along with special need children I've worked for over 12 years
Tamara can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"A joy to have around. Does the little things that count."

Robert And Susan F.

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Taylor K.


Geneva, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently an Early Childhood Special Education teacher who has worked with both typically developing children and children with additional needs including autism, social communication disorder, down syndrome, speech delays, developmental delays and OHI.
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Holly P.


Saint Charles, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

I truly enjoy helping all populations, Seniors, Children and special need clients. I have experience working with all listed above.
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Tina B.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hey there! I'm Tina, a passionate caregiver with 3 years of Special Education teaching experience. I prioritize celebrating diversity and accommodating different learning styles, drawing from my unique neurodivergent perspective. As an identical twin, I understand the dynamics of multiples and foster individual growth within a...
5.0
"Tina is sweet and reliable. She is great with my son, and I still hire her when she's home! I wish she didn't have to go away to school. She's very inclusive and communicative"

Regina R.

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Deborah Y.


Naperville, IL

$19-30/hr7 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a very compassionate and caring kind of person with more than five years of caregiver experience. I have worked as a live in caregiver for over three years, and I am familiar with Dementia, Alzheimer's, Osteoporosis, and special needs care. I am very loyal, dependable, honest, and hard working. I give 100% in what I do, and...
Deborah can also help with: Respite care, personal care, home modification, dementia, visiting nurse, live-in home care & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

5.0
"Deborah is someone who is very compassionate, she is diligent, she is honest and very reliable. She is passionate about her clients and the care she provides speaks for itself. "

Salai S.

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Tracy D.


West Chicago, IL

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have over 19 years of experience in childcare as a Director. I have experience with all ages 6 weeks to 12 years. I love arts and crafts, outdoor play and plan a curriculum with weekly themes. I have experience with toilet training, special needs, allergies and difficult behaviors. Currently obtaining my Bachelor's degree in...
Tracy can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She always feeds my son plenty of fruit and healthy snacks. She plans adorable art projects for him, and he always asks to go back."

Megan H.

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Janine C.


Naperville, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I Will Treat Your Child(ren) Like My Own! Occupational Therapy Practitioner And Pro Photographer

Hello! My name is Janine and I am the Mama to an amazing 14-year-old boy. I have worked with caring for, teaching, and bringing love into children's lives for about 22 years. I have been a lead teacher for 6 years (infants and toddlers), and have been a nanny for 9 different families in the past. I am an occupational therapy...
Janine can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Janine is a wonderful nanny/babysitter. She has such a calm demeanor and is so extremely patient with kids. My kiddos always have the best time when she babysits and I can leave knowing they are in wonderful hands. She does crafts, takes them outside, plays games,...

Lindsey B.

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Lisa E.


Sugar Grove, IL

$15-28/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Private In Home Caregiver

Hello! I am an experienced caregiver, both personally and professionally. I actually owned and operated a home care business however I prefer to build the trust and relationship that comes with providing 1:1 care. I prefer to work with children or young adults with special needs, however I have a wide variety of experience...
5.0
"Lisa answered a plea for help as a caregiver to my quadriplegic husband who recently went on a ventilator and feeding tube. She came with experience in both and attended training before he was released home. She has management and organizational skills that have...

Valerie E.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in North Aurora, IL

Paula E.

5.0

My husband and I have known Paula and her family for many years. Paula provided respite care services for our severe and profound developmentally disabled daughter for several years. Our daughter now lives in a Intermediate Care Facility. Paula was extremely dependable and punctual. Paula...

- Janet P.

Susan E.

5.0

Susan is just so great and she is so supportive, kind and patient. She is truly part of our care team for my parent's. She is always helping out and cleaning and cooking and goes above and beyond. She is always looking to find solutions. She is just a great caregiver and we are forever blessed.

- Care member

Sydney R.

5.0

I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She frequently cares for my children (ages 4 and 7), and I have often observed her patience and creatively with my boys. She is a role model for younger children and...

- Andrea W.

Muriel C.

5.0

I highly recommend Muriel for watching children, including those with special needs. Muriel has been kind, patient, and understanding while caring for my two boys, one of whom has special needs. She has shown attentiveness in ensuring the safety and well-being of my children, and demonstrates a...

- Jeff H.

Wendy P.

5.0

Wendy is AMAZING! My husband and I cannot say enough about her and the amazing experience our daughter had with her! We came from out of state for a wedding and never left our daughter with anyone besides our family before. Wendy took the time to video with us before babysitting our daughter, and...

- Care member

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