Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Pekin, IL

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I currently nanny and clean residentially and commercially. I am always looking for side jobs! My most availability is on weekends and in evenings. I had an in-home daycare of 7 kiddos for almost 4 years. I started nannying my 10-week-old twin god sons and that blossomed into caring for other families. Since then I...

Johanna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more

Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0

"I have known Johanna for several years and have observed her as a pet sitter, child and adult care provider, and most recently as a mom! Johanna is a loving and kind care provider, be it a child or adult. Her primary care and focus is for the safety, health and...

Sharon R.

Sarah F.

Pekin, IL

$17/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! I am currently in search of a nanny position beginning in January. I am 18 and graduating high school in December and I have over 5 years of experience. I have experience with very young infants through around 12 years old, and a variety of special needs kiddos. In fall of 2025 I will be attending college majoring in...

Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Stephanie O.

$19/hr • 9 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dear Family, My previous life and work experience make me an excellent candidate to provide childcare services to your family. I am a proud mother of an amazing 10-year-old boy. I am a certified Behavior Therapist since June 2018 and have spent the last 2. 5 years providing intensive behavior therapy to children with special...

Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0

"Stephanie was an amazing nanny to our family for 9 months. She was wonderful with our two 4 year old children with Down syndrome as well as our elementary aged boys after school. She was hands on and would bring crafts and games to play and interact with them. She...

Trisha R.

Stephanie O.

$10-15/hr

Care-giver Available

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Dear Family, My previous life and work experience make me an excellent candidate to provide child care services for your family. I am focused, caring, patient and creative. It is my goal is to be a life-long learner and use my talents to provide tender-loving care to children and families, and help children learn and excel in...

Cheryl M.

Tremont, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Care For My Special Needs Children

5.0

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Hello, I have 25 plus years experience with fantastic loving special needs of all ages and care needs. I have qualifications with speech, cognitive, occupational and physical therapy, etc. I have medical, first aid training and CPR certified. I have had children/teen/adults with all autistic spectrums. Aspergers, cognitive...

Teresa B.

$14-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Very dependable, Hardworking, Caring. I've been a CNA for over 20yrs, I get very involved in my work, and I Love What I Do

Sarah H.

Mapleton, IL

$17/hr • 4 yrs exp

I am 25 years old. I am a paraprofessional in Peoria county. I have been a teachers aide for 3 1/2 years working with kids from kindergarten to 4th grade. I also have experience working with special needs children. I am looking to be a full time nanny while working on my teaching degree online. I also have a 2-year-old nephew &...

Michelle B.

$14-18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Catetaker

I was a caretaker for three years of adults with special needs and have also cared for elderly adults, several with Dementia. I've been told I was especially patient and encouraging for both the individuals and families I've cared for. I understand this can be an especially difficult season of life for these individuals to...

Michelle can also help with: Errands, respite care, meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, dementia & more

Michelle B.

$18-50/hr • 15 yrs exp

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I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and thrive. With over 15 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I've developed a patient, creative, and nurturing approach that puts the needs of each child first. Whether it's playing educational games, exploring nature, or simply...

Hayley H.

Creve Coeur, IL

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kindergarden Mom With Tons Of Experience.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a stay at home mom completing my bachelors degree online. My daughter and I enjoy visiting the local parks, painting, drawing, building towers with blocks and reading books. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages with an emphasis in working with children who have special needs. I have worked in...

Hayley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Breann M.

$14-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have experience watching children of special needs. I have watched a 13-year-old boy with cerebral palsy. I have also watch a 10-year-old boy with Down syndrome for 3 years.

Cheryl M.

Tremont, IL

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving, Dedicated Nanny

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I have 25 plus years of in home experience in dedicated child care of all age children, also special needs children. My past 10 years have been with newborns thru toddlers, keeping baby ahead of the monthly milestones where I utilized my Montessori school teaching experience. I am a mature, energetic nanny who enjoys to...

Cheryl can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more

Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CNA

Dorothy H.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Child Care

Child Development, Child Care Services (Certificate): Experienced professional dedicated to helping patients meet potential to function in society. Possesses excellent social and interpersonal communication skills to encourage patient comfort and relaxation. Skilled at coaching special needs individuals to achieve greater...

Dorothy can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

Early Education

Lydia W.

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

I worked for four years as a DSP (Direct Support Professional) at a group home for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. I am experienced in feeding, bathing, and dressing and was also authorized to administer medications. I also drove my residents to various outings including doctor's appointments,...

Hannah T.

Creve Coeur, IL

$17-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

As an elementary school teacher and former day care teacher, I have experience with ages birth-12 years old. I am very good at making connections with kids and developing a mutual respect. I have personal experience with electronic-free care, special needs care, illness care, behavioral care and more. I love watching children...

Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Savannah B.

$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

My Experience

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Behavioral therapist for children with autism, I help to teach them skills that help them to better achieve their goals. This is not a nanny position, however the job encompasses all of the same responsibilities, I care for children all day long in a school like setting. As a children's therapist I carry out these similar...

5.0

"Savannah in my opinion is just perfect babysitter, she is sweet, very reliable, punctual, creative and trustworthy. My daughter just loves her and love to spend time with her. With Savannah being your babysitter you won't have to be worried about your child or if...

Mike J.

Savannah B.

$18-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Children's Therapist With Medical Background

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a special needs nanny certified as a children's behavioral therapist specializing in autism. I am also certified in CPR, Basic life support, child safety, mandated reporting, & crisis intervention. Just prior to my job as a therapist at easterseals, I worked as an Emergency Medical Technician on ambulances at AMT...

Savannah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"My kids have loved having her. Has fun crafts for them to do every day after school which they look forward to. Keeps them on track with homework and chores but has structured fun activities for them that keeps them off their devices. It has been a joy having her. "

Care member

Ariel G.

$12-17/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Ariel and I'm a 3rd grade teacher. I am an energetic, reliable, and compassionate person who loves working with children! My passion is working with children and creating personal relationships and experiences through play. My job experiences include: -3rd grade teacher in Palos Heights -Camp counselor for 5...

Lauren J.

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Lauren! I am born and raised in Peoria and am currently finishing up my junior year at Bradley University. I have many years of paid experience with kiddos, as well as growing up with 5 siblings. I have experience with all ages along with children with special needs. I am also CPR certified!

Savanna S.

Washington, IL

$14-15/hr • 1 yrs exp