Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Towanda, IL

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am currently a CNA and Special Education major at ISU. I have cared for children and adults off all ages and with all levels of needs. My specialization is children and adults with multiple severe disabilities and complex medical conditions. I also do well with individuals who have challenging, complex behaviors. I have...

Jahkayla R.

$23/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi.! My Name Is Jahkayla! I'm 20 Years Old And I've Been Working With Children For About 4 Years.

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as Caring, honest, energetic. I like working with kids because I feel like I can be myself. I love giving the children a chance to be themselves and encourage them. I enjoy working with children. I'm looking for a job where I feel like I belong. A place where I enjoy being. I would like to find a...

Jahkayla can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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"Jahkayla was my son's full-time nanny from the time he was four months old (May 2023) until 19 months (September 2024). She was immediately amenable to and supportive of our parenting style and happy to care for our baby the same way we cared for him, including...

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Alyssia H.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Need Provider

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a positive attitude and a desire to be in the helping field. I have the ability to learn quickly, am task oriented, and eager to advance my career and continue my education. Due to my own firsthand knowledge of the quality services you provide your clients and students. As indicated in the enclosed resume, I possess...

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"Alyssia is friendly, helpful, and reliable. She is patient and kind with my daughter. I highly recommend her!"

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Dasia W.

$15-16/hr • 2 yrs exp

Looking For A Summer Nanny/babysitting Job

Hello! My name is D'Asia I am a current School Social Worker with a Masters Degree in Social Work. I currently am working with ages 4-15, but I do have experience with younger children as well. I have 5+ years of child care experience with younger family members and family friends. I also have over a year of experience working...

Dasia can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Autumn H.

$18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Autumn, and I have over 5 years of babysitting experience with children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. I'm currently studying Special Education, which has enhanced my understanding of different learning styles and how to support children with unique needs. Alongside babysitting, I've worked as a camp...

Autumn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Karris C.

$16/hr • 5 yrs exp

Karris Caregiver

Hi my name is Karris I've been a caregiver at nursing homes and at home care since I was 15 yrs old I am now 23 love working and caring for the Elderly I have many experiences with dementia and Alzheimer patients and some adults with special needs working as caregiver I love give them companionship, is hard to find in later life...

Karris can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship

Christine W.

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

My life experience IS my training. My daughter had and still has many medical challenges. I learned basic skills and many other medical skills I never knew I needed or wanted along the way. She is on the spectrum so the challenges of the schools and public are still on going. I have learned only patience and routines makes it...

Rachel E.

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Summer Caregiver

While I have not had formal educational training relating to special needs, I have had tons of real-world experience! I have volunteered with Special Olympics, dedicated full weeks to assisting at camps for those with developmental delays and have several years' experience babysitting for a family with two children with...

Angelina B.

$15-18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Smile Creator And Laughter Lover!

I will be relocating to Bloomington IL on March 8th! I have 5 years of experience in childcare from Infants as young as 6 weeks, to Children Age 10. Along with neurodivergent children, I have volunteered for two years with children with special needs; specifically Autism (Verbal and Non-Verbal). I have always loved coming back...

Angelina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Taylor W.

$15-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Taylor and I'm so excited to meet you and your family! I have 10 years+ experience of nannying / babysitting with Children of all ages. I will help with taking them to sport events or anything they need to do. I have transportation to take them places. I'm also a pet lover so it works for me if you have pets...

Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Madelyn O.

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Maddie, I am currently a sophomore at Illinois State University! I'm from Elgin Illinois, but recently located to the Normal/Bloomington area to further my academic career. Before relocating, I was a nanny for an amazing family for over a year! Besides that, I have been babysitting/nannying for children of all ages,...

Madelyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

Guadalupe M.

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Licensed practical nurse, caregiver, and licensed cosmetologist. Experience working with a variety of clients and enjoys helping others. Experience working as a caregiver in the home, hospice and traveling to different skilled nursing homes as a nurse. I'm also a licensed cosmetologist with 20 years experience if in need of hair...

Jaycey V.

$17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hey there! I'm Jaycey, I'm currently in my 9th year as a teacher. I currently teach early childhood special education as well as Pre-k. I'm looking to stay busy this summer. I love to be outside and on the go (parks, pools, museums) but I also love to hangout at home. I am experienced in working with children of all ages and...

Samantha F.

$15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Caregiver Extraordinaire

I am a senior nursing student at Illinois Wesleyan University. I have taken numerous child education courses and have experience in special ed. I grew up in a family of 6 children (3 with special needs) and I am the second eldest. I have been a nanny and babysitter for many years and find myself the absolute happiest when in the...

Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Mia M.

$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

I have extensive special needs experience with Autism, down syndrome, and mobility needs. Most of my experience with special needs people has been with younger children but I am always looking for more experience with people in a variety of ages. I currently go to Illinois State University and am starting my sophomore year...

Sydney B.

$20-34/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Sydney and I am an Occupational Therapy Assistant. I work with children with special needs in the school setting and I am looking for weekend and potentially summer sitting jobs. I love doing any and all activities with children including outdoor and indoor activities. I can prepare meals, transport to and from...

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

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Faith C.

$15-35/hr

Hi, I'm Faith. I have assisted several people with special needs over the years. I hope that I am able to help you on your search for care.

Carley O.

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Carley - House Manager, Child Care, Senior Care Specialist

Hi I'm Carley! I'm 25 years old and have been serving the Central Illinois area as a Home care professional for the last five years. I am a Certified Personal Trainer, and CPR and First Aid certified. I have cared for individuals of all ages (2mo - 78 yrs) I have experience in ASL, dementia care, pediatric cancer, special needs...

Carley can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, meal prep, dementia, errands

Skills:

CPR

Rachael H.

$15/hr • 6 yrs exp

About Me

I have confidence that I can make a difference in a young person's life through different therapeutic and recreational activities. From my previous work experience, I have learned to approach each individual from a strengths model. I am able to understand their feelings and adapt activities in a way that will work best for the...

Carley O.

$25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter. Flexible Availability