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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wauconda, IL

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Wauconda, IL

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Olivia T.


Palatine, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver- Special Needs

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Olivia! I am currently 26 years old and will be starting graduate school for Occupational Therapy at Drake University. I have been working in the special needs field since I was in high school. I was a volunteer for a local special recreation association when I first started out, and then I became an inclusion...
Olivia can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Sarah N.


Lake Zurich, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello My name is Sarah. I have recently, retired from working after 29 years. I have worked with special needs/senior adults in all capacities. I have decided now that I would like to work only part time with the elderly. I'm looking more for companion/assistant positions. I don't have the medical background so I'm not able to...
Sarah can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, errands, meal prep
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Sophia P.


Barrington, IL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Sophia P. I am a rising junior in college at Virginia Tech studying architecture. I love kids and have worked with them in the past in both babysitting and volunteering at a therapeutic riding center for special needs kids. I am patient, responsible, organized, fun and active. My schedule is very flexible (day and time)...
Sophia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

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Mayolita M.


Grayslake, IL

$14-30/hr10 yrs exp

I am a Certified aid in the state of Illinois and have taking care of adults with many disabilities as well as children. I have 14 years experience under supervised nurses and have been properly trained with many different situations and care that are needed to be handled. I hope I can answer more of your questions in a further...
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David P.


Vernon Hills, IL

$19-25/hr2 yrs exp

Mister

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is David. A father of two teens. A college graduate with about 20 years experience in the Health Care Industry particularly concentrated with Senior Health. I am a compassionate hardworking person with a soft heart for people with disabilities. Caring for your loved ones can be stressful and daunting. I can be of...
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Dawne S.


Grayslake, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Welfare Attendant

I worked for 15 years for the Chicago Board of Education with many different children (of all ages) with special needs.
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Kame M.


Round Lake, IL

$20-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'm a patient and creative childcare provider with five years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development led me to pursue a career as a nanny, and I've had the pleasure of supporting families in this role ever since. I believe in open and honest communication with...
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Zofia G.


Mundelein, IL

$26-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have 13 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Meal Preparation , Bathing , Housekeeping, medication administration , special care , special needs assistance. I had great work reference from families who employed me. got Annual non medical service workers training certification. All Trust Methods of...
Zofia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, personal care, dementia
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Colleen M.


Mundelein, IL

$15-20/hr

Part Time Caregiver Available For Special Needs Children And Adults In Powers Lake/ Twin Lakes

Extensive experience with children and adults of various abilities, especially with Adaptive Water Sports
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Grace C.


Lake Zurich, IL

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I currently a fitness instructor at Life Time in LZ I am a very energetic, reliable, patient, and fun-loving person. I enjoy doing crafts, activities, and playing games with kids. I have had experience babysitting for children 3 weeks old to children who are 14 years of age and some children with special needs. I have...
Grace can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Darlene Y.


Crystal Lake, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare/Senior Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a health care professional willing to care for children/special needs kids and seniors. I am mature, responsible, dependable, kind, patient, fun and a non smoker. I am CPR certified for healthcare providers and fully vaccinated for Covid and flu. I have worked for several families for years and can provide references if...
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Amy C.


Cary, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

I am currently a special education teacher and I love it. I have worked with a variety of kids and adults with disabilities in many different activities.
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Lisa D.


Barrington, IL

$15-25/hr9 yrs exp

College Graduate

(Bachelor Of Science In Therapeutic Recreation) & Health-Care Professional Of 9 Years. I am a college graduate from Indiana University (2010) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Recreation and a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and CPR & First Aid...
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Kaila K.


McHenry, IL

$14-20/hr1 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hi, I'm Kaila. I currently work at an elementary school with kids between the ages of 5-7 . I have also worked at a middle school with kids between the ages of 12- 13 . I have 2 younger siblings that are 13 & 10 that I have babysat since they were toddlers. I have nannied 3 kids ages between 1- 6 during the summer of 2023. In...
Kaila can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Anne B.


Lake Zurich, IL

$15/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

I plan on attending Physician Assistant school in the future and have been working as a personal assistant to adults with physical disabilities for the past 2. 5 years. Specifically, I have worked with one individual with Cerebral palsy and two individuals with Spinal muscular atrophy. I find this job to be incredibly...
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Laura D.


Cary, IL

$10-26/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs And Senior Caregiver

I have 30+ years caring for children and adults with special needs, including people in our aging generation living with dementia. I am passionate about advocating for those who cannot advocate for themselves. I am compassionate, caring and reliable.
Laura can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
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Leni K.


Ingleside, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have been caring and providing care for individuals with special needs for over 20 years. My experiences and skills are with patients with ADHD, ADD, Celebral Palsy, mental illness FD. I'm responsible, patient, dependable and committed to helping them to enjoy and live their lives to the fullest of their ability.
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Karen R.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Caring, Patient Professional Nanny

I have worked with special needs children as a special needs bus driver and summer school teacher's assistant for eight year. I have a cover letter and resume that I will bring to an interview. Thank you.
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Hannah M.


Grayslake, IL

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

Vibrant And Experienced Care

Hello! I'm a tutor who also works with special needs and chronically ill kids, teens and adults. While my teaching is excellent, my encouragement and creativity is just as good! I've worked with kids my whole life and it's a passion of mine. I love creating positive memories and reinforcing their individuality, confidence and...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Violet B.


McHenry, IL

$14-18/hr4 yrs exp

I currently work for NSSEO kirk school it is a therapeutic day school that helps students with multiple disabilities ranging from autism to non ambulatory medical needs. I work part time a few days a week and I would like something either on the weekends or one or two days a week in the evenings around 5:00 pm

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