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41 special needs caregivers are listed in Rantoul, IL

The average posted rate is $13/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Rantoul, IL

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Mary R.


Rantoul, IL

$11-16/hr7 yrs exp

CNA/CMA

5.0

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I have had the pleasure of providing long term care for 2 different gentleman providing care as a companion all the way up until end of life.
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Dayanna C.


Rantoul, IL

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Autistic Peer Supporter

I am a peer supporter (mentor in a way) that helps children, young adults, as well as older adults. I am passionate about helping my community and would love to work with you and your family with skills. I understand what it's like to feel alone and wouldn't want others to feel that pain.
My name is Jesica B. a 30-year-old CNA. I have nine years of experience caring for patients with Dementia, Alzheimer, physical disabilities, and hospice. I have worked in nursing homes, assisted living, and in personal homes. My skills consist of grooming, dressing, medicine administration/reminder, meal preparation, feeding,...
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Donna H.


Paxton, IL

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a CNA in both long term and home care setting. I have previously cared for a child with with severe autism. I am very familiar with most things that the disabled/special needs person needs. I love helping people. If I can put a smile on someone's face and help them achieve a goal, I have done my job.
5.0
"I am a spinal cord injured quadriplegic. Donna helps me with dressing, transferring to my wheelchair, bathing and more. She is dependable, punctual, and a quick learner of my routines. She has a delightful personality. I feel lucky to have found her."

John T.

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Donna H.


Paxton, IL

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I really enjoy being around kids. I love to color, engage in educational activities, music (I do not play any instruments), going to the park. I have experience with those with special needs. I am also a senior home healthcare provider, was a CNA for 8 years. I have a clean driving record too. I am comfortable around pets, I...
Donna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Alexandra C.


Urbana, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Highly Experienced And Compassionate College Student With Car

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Originally from Chicago, I'm a Senior at Lewis & Clark College studying history and French. I have aspirations of becoming a high school history teacher. I have worked with people with special needs for the past four years at a Chicago land agency. I work primarily with children and adolescents. During the summer, I work as a...
5.0
"Alex has been super awesome. She is very patient with our child and extremely flexible. She has been super about working with him through issues and helping with homework. I would highly recommend Alex."

Anna L.

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Hailey P.


Mahomet, IL

$25-35/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Hailey. I have 9 years of experience, and experience taking care of a child with special needs. I can help around the house, running errands, carpooling, and homework.
Hailey can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"Hailey is very mature and dependable. She asked the best questions and I could instantly tell that I could depend on her to care for my children! Highly recommend! - Great job Hailey!"

Tom P.

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Brittney C.


Urbana, IL

$19-29/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children ages pre-k through high school as a teacher, a tutor, and have also acted as Director of Education for school ages K-12 at a professional tutoring center. I am patient, active and sports oriented, and full of energy and joy. I have worked with students with focus issues, and students who have special...
Brittney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Brittney has been an absolute joy to have watching our boys! They love spending time with her! She is punctual and dependable. She does a lot of fun things with them. She also does some light housekeeping which is so very helpful to me. Hoping it will work out...

Lisa C.

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Matt L.


Champaign, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I have many years of experience and training working with children who have had various special needs, as well as other emotional and behavioral issues. I spent many years as a mentor and respite care provider for children who may have been abused, neglected, or going through other emotional needs and struggles.
5.0
"My children were in a program Matt worked at. He is amazing with the kids and my kids love him. Can't wait to hire him personally as I can't leave my son with just any babysitter."

Amy W.

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Matt L.


Champaign, IL

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Childcare Provider

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Matt and I'm a very fun, active, positive male role model with over 20 years of experience in childcare with children of all ages and abilities. Fully background checked, CPR and First Aid certified. Illinois credited childcare professional. Over the years I've worked for various summer day camps, schools,...
Matt can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Patient, kind, thoughtful, wonderful. He took time to get to know our son and went above and beyond to connect with him. He was a friend and mentor to our son. We are blessed to have known him. I highly recommend him without reservation."

Catherine L.

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Kristen G.


Urbana, IL

$9-18/hr

Hello!!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kristen! I'm 18 and just graduating from crystal lake south! I have a bunch of childcare experience from taking child development classes and preschool lab at my school. Some other fun facts: >I have my license and a car >GREAT with animals (I have a bunch) >Meal prep as needed > Tons of fun!!!!!!! >I've taken...
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Ashley C.


Mahomet, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

I have cared for children between the ages of 3 months and 17 years of age in many different capacities. I have worked with special needs children as well as children with mental health needs. I am CPR certified and a counselor by day. Please contact me if you need an evening or weekend sitter or housecleaner!
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Abigail W.


Champaign, IL

$14-20/hr1 yrs exp

Fun And Friendly Sitter!

I have 1 year of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Laundry. I'm 18 and currently a student. I'm working towards my degree in education and currently work as a server . I'm love working with kids. I've babysat multiple children before, including those with special needs. I'm also a big history geek!
Abigail can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Winnie K.


Champaign, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitting

I have worked with children young and old with and even with special needs, I love what I do because it's a blessing to do this job
Winnie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Brenda M.


Champaign, IL

$15-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hello I've been an experienced caregiver for 18yrs and I've worked in every capacity with every age group! I'm CPR/bls certified as well.
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Addie I.


Champaign, IL

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

Military Member, Dental Hygiene Student In Champaign

My interests include staying active, and focused on school, while keeping a healthy and balanced lifestyle. My past experience include working at a summer camp for special needs children as a camp counselor, summer care, and babysitting for family and friends a few times a month with children aged anywhere from 6 months-13 years...
Addie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have been caring for seniors and special-needs clients and residents for over 25 to almost 30 years now to me this job is not just its a passion just like a calling from God I love what I work with Alzheimer's and dementia patients on daily basis because do I work in the field as well I certified CNA I have other...
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Tina U.


Champaign, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with an M. S. client since 2014 & am currently helping with another MS client as well, I have my own Homecare business which I started in 2008. References upon request
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Lillie P.


Champaign, IL

$14-25/hr3 yrs exp

I am 22 years old! I am looking for a part time job around 7:30am-11:30 a.m. I do have another part time nannying position in the afternoons and was looking to fill my mornings as well. I have around 3 years of experience working with a variety of ages from infants to pre-teen. I have worked in 2 daycares one as an assistant...
Lillie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Liza K.


Champaign, IL

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Seeking The Perfect Fit

I have over 20 years of experience working with infants and children including raising 3 of my own, one of whom is special needs. I am a certified Waldorf teacher with direct Montessori experience as well who believes in play based learning and a high level of creative expression. Children learn best through doing and I love to...
Liza can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rantoul, IL

Donna H.

5.0

I am a spinal cord injured quadriplegic. Donna helps me with dressing, transferring to my wheelchair, bathing and more. She is dependable, punctual, and a quick learner of my routines. She has a delightful personality. I feel lucky to have found her.

- John T.

Alexandra C.

5.0

Alex has been super awesome. She is very patient with our child and extremely flexible. She has been super about working with him through issues and helping with homework. I would highly recommend Alex.

- Anna L.

Hailey P.

5.0

Hailey is very mature and dependable. She asked the best questions and I could instantly tell that I could depend on her to care for my children! Highly recommend! - Great job Hailey!

- Tom P.

Brittney C.

5.0

Brittney has been an absolute joy to have watching our boys! They love spending time with her! She is punctual and dependable. She does a lot of fun things with them. She also does some light housekeeping which is so very helpful to me. Hoping it will work out for her to be our summer nanny next...

- Lisa C.

Matt L.

5.0

My children were in a program Matt worked at. He is amazing with the kids and my kids love him. Can't wait to hire him personally as I can't leave my son with just any babysitter.

- Amy W.

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