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46 special needs caregivers are listed in Roscoe, IL

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Roscoe, IL

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Megan S.


Roscoe, IL

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Teacher & Former Therapeutic Recreation Assistant

5.0

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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...
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Megan S.


Roscoe, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny & Teacher

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: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Goes above and beyond. Would definitely recommend services!"

Merissa W.

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Nancy W.


Roscoe, IL

$21-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver (special Needs, Errands, Light Housekeeping)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working full time in a special needs school for 16 years. I have a Master's degree in special education and currently work at a private school as a special education teacher. I also have prior experience as an ABA therapist, tutoring, housekeeping and as a nanny.
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Makayla S.


Roscoe, IL

$15/hr7 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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Michelle R.


Roscoe, IL

$15-25/hr10 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, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Lynn D.


Rockford, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I absolutely love children and babies! Please check out my reviews! I treat the children I care for as if they were my own family. My experience entails all ages, including children and young adults with autism and intellectual disabilities. I am reliable. You can count on me to be there. I am also qualified with Special Needs...
Lynn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lynn is awesome. Only been here once and a huge relief. She is wonderfully caring towards my Dad. Both physically and even emotionally. I already consider her a friend. If she’s open, hire her. You’ll be happy you did"

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Kimberly W.


Rockford, IL

$22/hr6 yrs exp

Compassionate, Great Communicator And Hard Working.

I have a medical assistant background and I have done in home care and facility care for elderly and special needs. I can assist with daily functions of hygiene, feeding, mobility, companionship, as well as providing security, patience and compassion. I can help with maintaining your loved one's schedules and appointments.
Kimberly can also help with: Light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, transportation
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Kimberly did a great job taking care of our step father and father. She was very caring and receptive to their needs!!! "

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Manana L.


Machesney Park, IL

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Special needs caregiver

I like people I'm hard worker
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Lynn D.


Rockford, IL

$13-18/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Parent

Hi, my son recently went to a group home, so I'd like help Special Needs parents get the breaks they need and deserve. I Specialize in babies, toddlers, children, teens and young adults. My experience is primarily with Autism, all levels, Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Adhd, and mental illnesses,...
I love caring for children & babies , I am young but very intelligent & mature . I am extremely capable of doing any task at hand . I can adapt to any and every environment & I also have experience working with special needs individuals. I'd describe my personality as fun , honest , open-minded I like working with kids...
Anaya can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Julie D.


Loves Park, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver Available

I worked in a home during my high school years with two children who were both diagnosed with Autism. I did this for the last two years of my schooling. I have always been involved with children, we have taken care of two on a part to full time basis much of the time my two sons were growing up. I have worked in a daycare when...
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Tracey W.


South Beloit, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Love To Help Others Out

Stay at home mom that now has independent teenagers that don't need mom to be home all the time or that need to be driven to practices. Looking to help out others families while also making extra money (because teenagers are expensive lol). Experience taking care of Special need kids.
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Jonathon H.


Rockton, IL

$15-16/hr4 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,...

Tamera L.


Machesney Park, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/Caregiver

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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

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.

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.
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Jessica H.


Loves Park, IL

$20-50/hr6 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, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

Carlye H.


Rockford, IL

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

I have been caring for children of all ages for the past 6 years. I am a consistent sitter for several families each summer. I am an active person so I do like to keep the kids active while I watch them. I have also worked with special needs children for the past 3 years. I am able to cook and clean. I can also tutor any aged...
Carlye can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Miranda L.


Rockford, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Nanny/Mother's Helper Jobs!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

As a big sister of two little brothers, and a member of a large extended family (with lots of little cousins!), my love for kids has only grown over the years. Kids are my passion, and I always feel comfortable around them. I love to play, teach, and create with children, as I've always been a very creative and driven person...
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
5.0
"Miranda was the absolute perfect fit for our family. She was extremely flexible with our schedule which was exactly what we needed. My girls absolutely loved her. We provided a vehicle for her, so she could get out and about with the girls. She was never home,...

Brandy P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Roscoe, IL

Megan S.

5.0

Megan took care of my daughter from age 18 months for over a year and I couldn't be happier with her services. She has a kind spirit, gentle souls with a beautiful bubbly personality. She honest, dependable and trustworthy. My daughter immediately gravitated towards her when they first met. She...

- Domonique S.

Lynn D.

5.0

Lynn has been with my family sense August and has been a huge part of my 2 and 4 year olds growth. She has nurtured and cared for them as if they were her own grandkids. My family will miss her dearly. She has left a imprint on this family of 9s hearts.

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Kimberly W.

5.0

Kimberly did a great job taking care of our step father and father. She was very caring and receptive to their needs!!!

- Care member

Tamera L.

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 was drawn to her.

- Purvi K.

Miranda L.

5.0

Miranda is a super-sweet, down to earth, value-minded person and fun to boot! She is always on time (usually a few minutes early) and always happy to hang out and help. Love her!

- Sarena M.

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Roscoe, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 46 listed special needs caregivers.