Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Shorewood, IL

$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Care Provider

Occupational therapist looking for a side job (either part time and/or as needed). I have worked in an adult day center, schools with kids 3-22, pediatric outpatient clinic and a psychiatric hospital. I have experience with a wide variety of needs. I am able to help with all personal needs, run errands, tidy up, meal prep, and...

Corey W.

$15-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Genuine And Passionate Caregiver

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Hello my name is Corey and I have been working with individuals with special needs for over 10 years. I currently work at an Autism day school providing positive behavior support to children and young adults. I have been doing in home ABA therapy and respite care for the last 5 years. While working at the day school and home I...

Kathleen K.

$25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've always been passionate about nurturing the growth and development of children, and my time as a babysitter reinforced this calling. Now, with over three years of experience, I'm ready to make an even greater impact on young lives. As a caregiver, I bring patience, creativity, and a friendly approach to every interaction. I...

Kathleen can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Faith C.

$15-18/hr • 4 yrs exp

Experienced And Caring Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 years of experience within an elementary education and early education setting. Worked at a school for children with special needs in the preschool setting. Currently, I teach first grade in Naperville; therefore I have CPR training and am highly qualified for early childhood development. I believe in providing everyone...

Faith can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Elsa T.

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking To Care For Children Of Any Age. Will Build Structure And Foundation In Their Lives. I'm Not Here To Replace You As A Parent. I Have Worked With 3 Children, Who Were Special Needs At Once.

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I took Child Care and First Aid in high school. I just recently worked with 3 children with special needs at one time. I also prepare meals and did light household cleaning. I can also multitask. I have my own vehicle. I did drop-off and pick up at school for 2 preschooler. I am bilingual.

Elsa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

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"Elsa was very kind and I can tell she means well. However, she mentioned letting us know she couldn’t stay the entire time but we have no record of this. We can kind of tell she’s just starting her childcare career. Our child was returned to us barely tightened...

Care member

Barbara B.

Lockport, IL

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Dedicated In-Home Senior Care | Personalized Support

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with over 10 years of experience providing high-quality care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in dementia, Alzheimer's, and traumatic brain injury (TBI) care, ensuring clients receive the attention and comfort they deserve. My...

Barbara can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, home modification, meal prep, dementia, errands & more

Skills:

CNA

CPR

Home Health Aide

5.0

"Barb has been phenomenal with watching and engaging my active father who has Alzheimers/dementia. She is very trustworthy & knowledgeable in dealing w/the fluctuations in moods & seeks appropriate activities to engage him, while providing the best assistance to...

Christina K.

Virginia R.

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and have experience with infants through school age for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education Special...

5.0

"Virginia is patient, energetic and caring with children. Trustworthy and self-sufficient in the work that she displays. She is great with children with special needs and a fast on learning new task that revolve around the child. Virginia will be an excellent part...

Genoveva R.

Lori S.

$25-36/hr • 10 yrs exp

Licensed CNA Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...

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

Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0

"Lori worked for our family for 2 years. She is dedicated to her client's well being,happiness and health above all else. She treat our home with respect and honesty. "

Care member

Kristen K.

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Extremely Organized And Reliable. Loving And Consistent. Dependable And Fun.

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am extremely reliable and dependable. I can manage a household of many schedules, care for children and pets, and keep a clean and organized home. I offer many references who can verify my reliability, attention to detail, and efficient use of time while providing a loving and fun atmosphere with special outings for children....

Kristen can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"I was very fortunate to be able to book Kristen recently on short notice, to help out on a sudden work assignment. Took care of our 9 year old boy for the day. She was very easy to communicate with, and easy to work the details with. My son had lots of fun,...

Dennis G.

Carol G.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Learning Behavior Specialist Certified Special Education Teacher, Former Caregiver And Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had multiple prior educational and volunteering experiences working with children and adults with disabilities and baby-sitting as well as taking care of family members with special needs. My area of specialty is severe and profound. I worked my way through college as a nanny and caregiver through a company. I have an...

5.0

"She is an awesome teacher who cares for her students and would do anything for them. She is dependable, reliable, and responsible."

Lisa S.

Ashley M.

$15-19/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Social Work Graduate, awaiting LSW. Experience working with at-risk youth in crisis situations, and after-school settings. CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified Currently a Full-Time employee as a Qualified Mental Health Professional and Crisis/Outreach Manager. Has own transportation. Currently learning Spanish and taking classes, can...

Wendy S.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Super Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been taking care of children since 1985. I have been a nanny all over USA until 2002. I decided to make a change and moved to Mainland China (Shenzhen) to teach English. Now I own a small kindergarten in Shenzhen. Because they do not accept or understand learning issues in children, our school gets many special kids. My...

Wendy can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better sitter for them. She always had activities planned and available should the kids be interested, and she was totally...

Justin B.

Carolina A.

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Adaptive Sitter And Amusement Master, babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I will be on school break December 16th - January 16th and will be in Joliet. If you're looking for some temporary help (1 month) on weekdays after 2 pm, feel free to message me and I will get back to you :) Thanks! Things about me: - 3+ years paid experience - newborn/infant experience - infant-teenage experience -...

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

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Carolina was early and was amazing!!! My son wanted her to come back again tomorrow lol 10/10 says F. (5 stars)"

Cassandra B.

Ashlyn F.

Lockport, IL

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Excited And Educated Sitter, Smiles All Around

5.0

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I have been regularly babysitting for over 6 years, I was a nanny while receiving my AD in Child Development. I worked in early childhood education for 2 years, and now during the day I am a paraprofessional with special needs children. I can help promote adaptive skills such as toileting, hygiene, and household chores, as well...

Ashlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"I would give more than five stars if I could! Ashlyn was the best nanny I have ever had with my daughter. She went above and beyond to make sure my daughter was happy, learning and well taken care of. If I hadn’t moved so far away I would hire her over anyone else....

Care member

Chris G.

$15-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi.. My name is Chris and I have a passion for helping people in need.. My sister had MS for over 20 years. My Mom had dementia and other medical issues... and took care for her until her passing.. So I understand that people need help..:)

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"Chris is the most wonderful person and helper. She is loyal and dedicated and always puts my needs and comfort first. Chris is passionate about helping people and does so with joy and enthusiasm. She has a big heart and a positive attitude. I highly recommend...

Catherine K.

Lillian H.

$16-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kind, Fun Grandmotherly Sitter Who Adores Children

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I'm a warm, responsible and mature woman with many years of experience taking care of all ages of children, including those with special needs. I believe in doing all kinds of age appropriate activities with little ones as it helps them grow and learn. I will do crafts, use building toys, read and play games with your children,...

Lillian can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Lillian has been a great support for our family! Our 2 year old and cats love her, and she’s reliable and understanding. I highly recommend Lillian! "

Care member

Brianna B.

$27/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings! My name is Brianna and I have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with their social and emotional needs. I'm also CPR and first aid certified, and have experience...

Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0

"She is such a joy to have! She was a blessing to our family, and I know that she will be an asset to any family that will have her. "

Care member

Amy L.

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experience With Traumatic Brain Injuries, Disabilities

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been trained in reflex integration, TBI recovery related to strokes, brain injury, visual-auditory-sensory issues. I work with infants to adults.

5.0

"Loving and wonderful. A great addition to our team. She has worked with ASD children for a long time and not only understands them but also what the entire family goes through. She is like a breath of fresh air and her methods are healing to the child and their...

Connie B.

Wendy S.

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. Right now I am mainly a mom. But I am hoping to find someone needed a helping hand part time during later morning and till around 330 p.m. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.

Camille A.

Lockport, IL

$27-36/hr • 9 yrs exp

Compassionate Sitter, Like Your Best Friend!

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