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46 special needs caregivers are listed in Peoria, IL

The average rate is $15/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Peoria, IL

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Savannah B.


Peoria, IL

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

My Experience

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.

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Ariel G.


Peoria, IL

$12-17/hr5 yrs exp

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...
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Stephanie O.


Peoria, IL

$10-15/hr

Care-giver Available

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...
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Savannah B.


Peoria, IL

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Children's Therapist With Medical Background

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a children's behavioral therapist certified in working with children with special needs between the ages of 3-21 years old. I am certified in CPR, Basic life support, child safety, first aid, as well as RBT certified. Just prior to my job as a therapist at easterseals, I worked as an Emergency Medical Technician on...
Savannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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

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Stephanie O.


Peoria, IL

$19/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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.

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Holly S.


Peoria, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Holly and I am a junior civil engineering major at Bradley University. For the past 3 summers I worked at my local summer camp as an inclusion aide for children with special needs. I have worked with children with autism, ADHD, and ODD. I started babysitting when I was 14 and I have experience with babies and...
Holly can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"She is the best! I would highly recommend her to anyone."

Kristen R.

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Mckenzi H.


Peoria, IL

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Just to provide you with a little extra information from the start, I have spent this 2020-2021 school year working in an integrated special education preschool class (3, 4, 5s) and have absolutely loved every minute of it! Many of our students were children with autism or behavioral disorders, and although it was a process it...
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Breann M.


Peoria, IL

$14-20/hr3 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.
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Patricia G.


Peoria, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I worked in a developmentally disabled adult facility as well as individual group homes for many years. I'm very familiar with the care involved with special needs.
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Kalina P.


Peoria, IL

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Positive Role Model

Hi! My names Kalina. since the age of 15 i've provided child care and became a nanny to a family of 2 children. I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping, Provide special needs care, and provide fun activities for children. Child Care/ Nannying has always been something that i've loved to do and I would...
Kalina can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Shannen G.


Peoria, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

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Hello My name is Shannen. I am looking for a babysitting job. I am currently a college student attending two night classes at ICC two days a week. I have my CPR license and I love taking care of children. I have 7+ years of experience with taking care of children from newborns to 17 years old. I am 18 years old I have my license...
Shannen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Tameka M.


Peoria, IL

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider And Teacher

Hello, I am very excited to be considered to be your babysitter! I am comfortable with any age group and with multiple children. I will work with newborns, school age, special needs, etc. Since 2020, I have worked as a long-term substitute teacher for District in classes up to 29 students at a time. This has given me a wealth of...
Tameka can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Susan C.


Peoria, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Or Full-time Care Giver With 2 M.A.'s In Education And 23 Years Of Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 3 beautiful children who are now grown adults. In addition, I have taught children in grade's K-12 for over 26 years. I hold an M. A. in Educational Leadership, an M. A. in Art, and a B. A. in Art Education. I am an expert with all learning styles, needs, and levels; From special needs to gifted. One of my own...
Susan can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Lauren J.


Peoria, IL

$15-50/hr10 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!
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Kailly R.


Peoria, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

Hi there! I am an Occupational Therapy Assistant student in Peoria and I have been occasionally babysitting for the past 10 years. More recently, most of my care experience is with children ages 2-9, along with a background in working with kids, teens, and adults with special needs and disabilities. In my spare time, I like...
Kailly can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Madisson B.


Peoria, IL

$13-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Madisson (Maddi). I am in my junior year of nursing school at Methodist College of Nursing. I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant, BLS certified, and have a few years experience on the fire department. I have provided care to kids ages 18mo-12+. I have a lot of additional experience with kids and adults with...
Madisson can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah H.


Peoria, IL

$14-19/hr8 yrs exp

Helping Hands. Caring, Enthusiastic, Reliable. Mom Of 3.

I'm a mama of 3, world traveler, and love being outdoors! My youngest is 19 months old **and stays home with me.** My heart is to offer what I have along with that: flexibility, time, help, caregiving, and an extra set of hands when life gets busy. I have some Fri/Sat night availability (just me). Background: Non-profit,...
Sarah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Cilecia R.


Peoria, IL

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

I've been a CNA for 14 years. I've worked with the elderly, high risk pregnancies and behavioral health. I am currently working in social work with children. I have a lot of personal and professional experience in numerous areas. I am raising a child with special needs and a teen. I'm a full time mother and full time worker. If...
Cilecia can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, companionship, respite care, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

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Savannah B.


Peoria, IL

$12-17/hr3 yrs exp

Responsive And Caring Provider

Hello! I am a children's behavioral therapist certified in working with children with special needs between the ages of 3-21 years old. I am certified in CPR, Basic life support, child safety, first aid, as well as RBT certified. Just prior to my job as a therapist at easterseals, I worked as an Emergency Medical Technician on...
Savannah can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, errands, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Tameka M.


Peoria, IL

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Caring, Dependable CNA Looking To Help

Hi there, My name is Tameka. I have been working as a certified nursing assistant (CNA) since 2020. I have worked in houses, facilities, and nursing homes. I'm comfortable working with elderly, disabled, or those with special needs. I have a great deal of patience and attention to detail that can help to keep your loved one...
Tameka can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, personal care, meal prep, dementia, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Peoria, IL

Savannah B.

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 he/she is watching cartoons....

- Mike J.

Savannah B.

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

Stephanie O.

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 even made us routine charts for the...

- Trisha R.

Holly S.

5.0

She is the best! I would highly recommend her to anyone.

- Kristen R.

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Ratings for Peoria, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Peoria, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 46 listed special needs caregivers.