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38 special needs caregivers are listed in Urbana, IL

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Urbana, IL

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Tina U.


Champaign, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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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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Ashley S.


Champaign, IL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Ashley and I have been working with children in multiple capacities for the last five years. I taught one-on-one swim lessons for children of all ages, and I am CPR and first-aid certified. I have also cared for my cousins on numerous occasions, and I have experience working with children and adults with special...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hi! My name is Maia and I am interested in helping your family out! I am currently a senior at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and am majoring in Psychology with a minor in Spanish. I have taken a variety of child development and developmental psychology courses, and I have received the Seal of Biliteracy,...
Maia can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Mckenzi H.


Champaign, IL

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Just to provide you with a little extra information from the start, I have spent this 2020-2021 school year working in an integrated special education preschool class (3, 4, 5s) and have absolutely loved every minute of it! Many of our students were children with autism or behavioral disorders, and although it was a process it...
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Lillie P.


Champaign, IL

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am 22 years old! 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 teacher and the other as the lead teacher. I worked in the toddlers room (ages 1 1/2-2) as well as the twos room (ages 2-3). I have also worked at a special needs...
Lillie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Ally A.


Champaign, IL

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm a disability studies major at a small university in Nashville, TN. I've been babysitting for several years, have worked with kids with and without special needs in camp settings, and am a well-seasoned oldest daughter. I'm gentle and empathetic and love connecting with kids. I absolutely love my creative hobbies, and...
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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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Amanda M.


Champaign, IL

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher Looking To Help You

Hello! I am looking to help you and your family. I have a love for children with special needs. I am currently teaching a self contained special education class on the east side of Indy, but would love to expand my heart to you as well!
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Addie I.


Champaign, IL

$15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

My experience has been working with special needs children at a summer camp as a camp counselor. I am passionate in getting to know each child in any way, and finding things that interest them so that they can learn, and have an experience while doing so in a way that is best for them.
Hello my name is Tyliah, I would I love to help out with your kiddo(s)! I'd describe my personality as Outgoing, Creative & Kind I like working with kids because kids have a special place in my heart. Children are the most impressionable and I love being apart of molding our future adults. All kids deserve love and I am a...

Kari T.


Champaign, IL

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have worked as a personal assistant for people who have cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy. I enjoy caring for people and making people happy.
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Mary R.


Rantoul, IL

$11-16/hr7 yrs exp

CNA/CMA

5.0

(1)

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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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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Mackenzie M.


Sidney, IL

$16-19/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Mackenzie! At my last place of work I was working in a group home with 8 high intensive males with special needs. I was also their substitute teacher in the classroom setting. I am a DSP (direct service provider) I am CPI (crisis prevention intervention) and CPR certified. I absolutely love working with people and...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a very patient and kind individual. I have worked in special needs home for 1 year. I am a certified Rehabilitation Aide (DSP). I love doing this type of work and enjoy caring for those with special needs. I find that it is very gratifying work.
I understand it is sometimes difficult for children with special needs but it's also hard for the parents and some people need breaks and I'm here to help if needed.

Jesica B.


Rantoul, IL

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

A Compassionate CNA

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,...

Lynn W.


Mahomet, IL

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Special Needs Instructor/Elder Care

I have served as a Special Needs Teacher for nine years ; I worked as an Elementary Teacher for eight years, and an Early Childhood Teacher for five years or more; I also have served as a Caregiver for the Elderly for 11 years
Lynn can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision

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