Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Oswego, IL

Hi, My name is Deja and I've been a teacher for over 5 years. While attending Northwestern University, I obtained more than 100+ volunteer hours with Preschool and Kindergarten. I have over 5 years of experience working in a school setting. On top of teaching kids from 2 months- 14 years old in a classroom , I also teach...

Hector R.

Oswego, IL

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I'm Hector, I Been A Caregiver For 5 Years Have A Daughter With Special Need I Live In Oswego IL

I'd describe my personality as funny humble friendly kind and respectful and a good sence of humor I like caring for seniors because they go through life trying to understand why they get confused, sometime you have to sit back and understand there feelings and emotions and let them know that they are not alone: I'm looking...

Hector can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more

Paulina U.

Oswego, IL

$15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hi! My name is Paulina and I am 23 years old. I have experience watching kids of all ages including kids with special needs. I was involved with Special Olympics in high school as a peer and also helped during adaptive PE and art classes. I love love love spending time with kids and animals. I have babysat all throughout high...

Paulina can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more

Lillian H.

$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind, Fun Grandmotherly Sitter Who Adores Children

5.0

(4)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm a warm, responsible and mature woman with many years of experience taking care of all ages of children, including those with special needs. I believe in doing all kinds of age appropriate activities with little ones as it helps them grow and learn. I will do crafts, use building toys, read and play games with your children,...

Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Lillian provided excellent care for our daughter. She is a very caring individual. She cared for our daughter when she was a toddler and she always found ways to keep her entertained through playing together, singing songs, reading books, and other activities. "

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Stevie S.

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

4.8

(4)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Stevie, the owner of Be Yourself Inc., an all-girls group dedicated to supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Each day, we plan exciting outings such as movies, cooking classes, guided workouts, and boxing. Alongside these fun activities, we focus on life skills and community integration, helping our...

5.0

"Stevie is kind, sweet and approaches our autistic son with the utmost compassion. She has worked for us for just a short time, but she is a keeper!"

Kathy S.

Chelsea B.

$25/hr • 16 yrs exp

Full-time Provider Available

5.0

(2)

I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My 16 years of experience and background in education have equipped me with the skills to create a nurturing environment where children thrive. I believe in open communication with parents and regularly provide updates about...

Chelsea can also help with: Meal prep, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"Chelsea is a really out going person and willing to get the job done but correctly. She have an upbeat personality. "

Patrick F.

Chris G.

$15-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi.. My name is Chris and I have a passion for helping people in need.. My sister had MS for over 20 years. My Mom had dementia and other medical issues... and took care for her until her passing.. So I understand that people need help..:)

5.0

"Chris is the most wonderful person and helper. She is loyal and dedicated and always puts my needs and comfort first. Chris is passionate about helping people and does so with joy and enthusiasm. She has a big heart and a positive attitude. I highly recommend...

Catherine K.

Bradi O.

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Speech Language Pathologist Student- Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Bradi and I am a graduate student at University studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was old enough to take a babysitting certification class through the park district at the age of 12. I have babysat for countless families...

Bradi can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance

Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Jill G.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Those With Special Needs

5.0

(3)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I love helping people. I have been fully engaged in this field since my graduation from the University of IL in 1990. I have worked approximately 30 years in Social Services in many capacities including In Home Care; Vacation care; Special Recreation; Special Olympics Coaching and day care.

5.0

"Jill has provided outstanding care for my adult special-needs daughter for 7 years and has become one of my daughter's best friends. She's taken my daughter on shopping trips, to restaurants and even the Caribbean for a cruise. We trust her completely and highly...

Kevin F.

Yasmina R.

$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Yasmina from Aurora Illinois I have two children and I have been working with children my entire life. I work at an elementary school as a teacher assistant with special needs and general education students. I love working with kids, and I am honest and efficient. Furthermore, I am responsible, respectful, patient, and caring. I...

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"I have nothing but good things to say about Yasmina, first off shes really punctual and polite , I just knew my kids will love her ,and they did. She kept on checking with me if my kids had any possible allergies , which I really appreciated, she was cautious and...

Salva A.

Virginia R.

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

(2)

My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and have experience with infants through school age for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education Special...

5.0

"Virginia is patient, energetic and caring with children. Trustworthy and self-sufficient in the work that she displays. She is great with children with special needs and a fast on learning new task that revolve around the child. Virginia will be an excellent part...

Genoveva R.

Julie S.

Yorkville, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Morning Care Provider

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a registered behavior technician and I love working with young children that have ASD. I also enjoy working with families that have other special needs children.

5.0

"Julie is amazing with both of my children but especially wonderful with my son with Autism. He just loves her, we all do! She is very patient with him and one of the kindest people I have ever met! We are very lucky to have Julie as a part of our lives!!"

Rhonda H.

Kristen K.

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Extremely Organized And Reliable. Loving And Consistent. Dependable And Fun.

5.0

(2)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am extremely reliable and dependable. I can manage a household of many schedules, care for children and pets, and keep a clean and organized home. I offer many references who can verify my reliability, attention to detail, and efficient use of time while providing a loving and fun atmosphere with special outings for children....

Kristen can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"I was very fortunate to be able to book Kristen recently on short notice, to help out on a sudden work assignment. Took care of our 9 year old boy for the day. She was very easy to communicate with, and easy to work the details with. My son had lots of fun,...

Dennis G.

Elena S.

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Engaging And Gentle Caretaker For Little Ones

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a young, married woman who left my corporate job over a year ago to come back to what I love - childcare! I have a decade of experience babysitting and nannying for a wide range of children and family situations, including infants as young as 1-month-old, children with special needs, and families with up to 5 children. I...

Elena can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance

5.0

"Elena is very experienced, responsible, and reliable. She is kind and good-natured, creative and fun, understanding of children’s antics but also able to firmly set boundaries and expectations. She has experience with special needs. My children LOVE her. I highly...

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Amy L.

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience With Traumatic Brain Injuries, Disabilities

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been trained in reflex integration, TBI recovery related to strokes, brain injury, visual-auditory-sensory issues. I work with infants to adults.

5.0

"Loving and wonderful. A great addition to our team. She has worked with ASD children for a long time and not only understands them but also what the entire family goes through. She is like a breath of fresh air and her methods are healing to the child and their...

Connie B.

Lara B.

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Present And Attentive Experienced Caregiver

5.0

(7)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom to 4 adult daughters. My youngest was born with Spina Bifida and is a paraplegic. I have 10 years caring for several families w/ twins (as early as 3 weeks) and a set of quads (6 weeks and premature) and 3 singletons. I have considerable experience w/ newborns multiples, toddlers, & children with special needs. I can...

Lara can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"Lara is our life saver. She is our part time nanny who started with us when my twins were 3 weeks old and has been with us for the last year. She comes with years of multiples experience and is great with children, especially newborns. She is punctual, willing to...

Stephanie G.

Janine C.

Naperville, IL

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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

5.0

(5)

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: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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.

Nicole J.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Teaching Is More Than ABCs! Patient, Creative, And Knowledgeable In Early Childcare

I have over 17yrs. experience in early childcare as well as 9+ years managing a home and experience with children that have special needs. Currently a mom of two seeking to spread my knowledge and experience in the field to other families. Willing to help with light house work. In my experience of working with children-I make...

Nicole can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision

Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

Lydia M.

Bolingbrook, IL

$15-16/hr • 5 yrs exp

Fantastic Sitter

I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old, whether it had been watching my siblings, neighborhood kids, or the children of my parents friends. I can cook, clean, and complete any chore list that'll be sure to meet your standards! I love all kids and all animals, and have never found any of either that didn't love me as...

Sophia M.

Yorkville, IL

$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp