Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Rockford, IL

CPR certified and medical student with experience in taking care of people with dementia, autism, ADHD, anxiety, and depression of all ages. Caregiving is my passion, and I feel no greater purpose than being able to help others. Please reach out for any further questions, and I will be glad to discuss everything in greater...

Jonathon H.

Rockton, IL

$15-16/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Assistant

My name is Jonathon H. and I am a recent graduate from Iowa State University where I majored in Child, Adult, and Family Services. For the past three years I have worked with the Rockford Park District as a Therapeutic Recreation Assistant. Here I assisted teens with disabilities physically, mentally, and emotionally. Likewise,...

Manana L.

$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special needs caregiver

I like people I'm hard worker

Tamera L.

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Tammy. I would like to explain that I Love babies and children! I have 30 plus years experience. I also went to college and have experience with early childhood. I have CPR, and First-aid for babies abd children. I am also a CNA.

Tamera L.

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Tammy. I would like to explain that I Love babies, and children! I also love to take care of elderly people! I have 30 plus years experience! I am a CNA. I also have CPR, First-aid both for babies, children, and Elderly. I used to have my own Day care for years. And also in have experience with special needs...

Tamera can also help with: Craft assistance

Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0

"We recently interviewed Tammy for a nanny position and she seems wonderful. She had great communication, was professional, and she had a very calm demeanor. We ultimately went with someone who is close to a family friend but Tammy was a top choice. Our daughter...

Purvi K.

Emily B.

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have worked with many people with all ranges of ability and all ages. Most recently I have worked with adults with developmental disabilities at a vocational program.

Jessica H.

Loves Park, IL

$20-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

I Have Several Years Of Experience Caring For Children, Adults, And Elderly.

With 11 years of experience caring for seniors and individuals with special needs, I am passionate about providing compassionate, personalized support. I hold a Direct Support Professional certification, CPR and First Aid training, and a Highly Qualified Paraprofessional License. I assist with daily living activities,...

Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands, dementia, companionship & more

Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

Sydney M.

Belvidere, IL

$22/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter!

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sydney. I have been watching kids ages ranging from 0-12 for the past 7 years, including special needs kids. I have babysat newborn twins, I have babysat a child with cerebral palsy since she was infancy to 7 years old. I have babysat a 5-year-old child who had autism for about 5 years. Overall, I have a lot of...

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

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0

"Was a Very Passionate and caring babysitter was the only sitter I've hired that actually brings fun activities to do! I would recommend, Thanks Sydney!"

Chad J.

Megan S.

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Teacher & Former Therapeutic Recreation Assistant

5.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Prior to moving to Dallas, I worked as a therapeutic recreation assistant for children and young adults (ages 3-21 years old) in an after-school care and summer camp setting. I also have two years experience as a paraprofessional educator in a severe behavior needs classroom, grades 4 and 5. In addition to caring for children...

Jennifer A.

Beloit, WI

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny Mom

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Nanny Mom! I started as a nanny right out of High School and loved it so much I continued for well over 10 yrs until I met my husband and settled down to raise my own children. However even while raising my own 3 kids I also would babysit and bring more little ones into my home. I've always loved caring for children, I began...

5.0

"She is great with kids. I trust her with my own often. She is reliable, kind, and fun. I never worry when my kids are in her care."

Ambyr L.

Megan S.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny & Teacher

5.0

(9)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a certified teacher with a passion for providing care to young children. I have experience in working with children 0-18, in both academic and childcare settings. I also have past experience in working with kids with special needs and providing therapeutic recreation services. My most recent family and I have been together...

Megan can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0

"Megan is so great with my kids! Love her!"

Krystle B.

Kaitlyn H.

Cherry Valley, IL

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-Time Flexible Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hi! Welcome to my profile. My name is Kaitlyn, and I am 25 years old. I have lived in the Cherry Valley area for about 17 years. I enjoy watching children of all ages, and have a few years of experience caring for them in after school care facilities, as well as private babysitting. I love kids and would love to provide you...

Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0

"Kaitlyn is awesome! She babysat my two boys. She is flexible and sends us updates. My son asked when she was going to babysit again because he loved having her around! Highly recommend! "

Johana A.

Shaina B.

Belvidere, IL

$21/hr • 10 yrs exp

My Passion Is Caring For Others!

2.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 45 years of experience I can help with Home Care and Personal Care. I've worked with many families up to and including end of life care, stroke, dementia, and disability clients. I strive to make life easier and comfortable for those who are in my care. My strength exceeds my age, I can effortlessly lift clients to...

Shaina can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, companionship, errands, dementia, live-in home care & more

Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

Megan S.

$20-30/hr

Hello! I am a certified teacher and professional nanny looking to extend companionship and care to the senior community. While I do not have a healthcare background, I do have previous experience working with individuals with special needs and limited mobility. I was also extremely close to both of my grandmothers before they...

Megan can also help with: Errands, transportation, meal prep, light cleaning

Anna W.

Davis, IL

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver (some Weekend Overnights Possible)

Since I was a child I enjoyed taking care of and looking out for others, and was encouraged by friends and family to pursue caregiving as I got older-I have, and love every minute of it! The past few years I have had some limited clinical experience with elderly patients and really enjoyed being a companion for them. My goal is...

Anna can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care

Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Kaitlyn H.

Cherry Valley, IL

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Kaitlyn and I am 25 years old. I have 4 years of experience in working with individuals with special needs. I have volunteered and worked with them at multiple summer camps, and I used to work with special needs adults 21 years and older. In the time I've had the privilege and pleasure of working with these...

Devyn M.

Belvidere, IL

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

My name is Devyn . I just graduated from Boylan High school! I have a lot of experience with children, and I love working with them! I have been working at Gigi's Playhouse for 6 years now, so I am qualified and comfortable watching children with special needs! I am very responsive to parents instructions. I'm a very positive...

Makayla S.

$15/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Since age 5 I've done swimming, ice skating, gymnastics, tumbling, cheer, and competitive dance team. My family and I like to travel. I have 9 years of experience childhood sitting for families as well as nursery for infants and toddlers. I was a volunteer teacher for dance/cheer with special needs children and also a camp...

Makayla can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Michelle R.

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

Hello! And thank you for taking the time to find out a little bit about me! I have always enjoyed working with children. I began babysitting and nannying when I was 13. I obtained my degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked in three Early Childhood Centers, two in Rockford and one in Huntley. At each center, I taught...

Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Tracey W.

South Beloit, IL

$15-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Love To Help Others Out