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Special needs caregivers in Wonder Lake, IL

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Jessica C.


McHenry, IL

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/Housekeeper

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I'm an attentive and experienced childcare provider with a genuine passion for nurturing children's development and growth. My patient and composed nature allows me to approach challenging situations with a level head. I maintain open communication with parents through detailed daily reports, fostering trust and transparency....
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Morgan M.


Wauconda, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Meet Me! :)

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I would be so excited to be a part of the family! My passion in life is helping and caring for others, especially children! I am currently attending Grad School to get my Masters in Speech Language Pathology, preferably for children with special needs. I am CPR / First Aid Certified & renewed those certifications this year...
Morgan can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease and never anxious about being left with someone new. It was a delightful experience."

Susan O.

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Stephanie K.


Ingleside, IL

$25/hr20 yrs exp

Part-Time /Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a childcare provider with 25 years of experience, I've had the privilege of nurturing and educating young minds, shaping their early development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences and a deep desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. My patient, calm, and friendly nature...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Stephanie is a wonderful babysitter and our girls love her."

Jami H.

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Caitlin L.


Wauconda, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Full/part Time Caregiver

I have spent the past year or so working at a facility for the mentally and developmentally disabled, working as a Hab aide.
5.0
"Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across the care she provides to families! I'm blown away by her skills, her determination, and her attention to detail. If you hire...

Alexis A.

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Jeffery H.


Cary, IL

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Autism Life Coach

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Jeff. I am a Autism Life Coach. I work with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Communication Disorders, Behavior Disorders, and Learning Disabilities. My experience is extensive beginning as a Substitute Teacher in the public schools, as well worked as a Paraprofessional/Job Coach Coordinator at a non-public...
5.0
"What a great life coach and a huge heart for the special needs community. He worked with my son for a couple of years. No a complaint and taught my son with autism a ton!!"

Dawn C.

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Tracy B.


Ingleside, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

I Have 5 Years Of Experience Taking Care Of Senior Citizens

I have 5 years in senior care. Dementa , showers . Dressing . I'm not a CNA ! I know everything to be a CNA. I have 10 years in special needs kids. I run errands. Take to the doctors. Light house cleaning. I'm a certified teacher assistant.
Tracy can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
Hi, My name is Kayla! My experience ranges from newborns to teenagers. My experience also includes working with special needs children age ranging from newborns to up to 17 years old. I have been a date night, occasional or just a "sanity check" sitter for 5+ years. I work full time so I am only available evenings!
Kayla can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Olivia F.


Twin Lakes, WI

$8-18/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitting, Transportation, And Special Needs Aid And Assistance

Hello, I'm Olivia! I am 19 years old and I am looking for a babysitting position. I am also working part time with kids and adults who have special needs with a range of disabilities. I have been working in this field for two years now but I have been doing babysitting for neighbors and others since I was 14. I can do one time...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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: Personal care, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
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Bridget B.


Huntley, IL

$16-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Bridget! I have over 5 years of experience providing care for all ages. I am CPR certified and am currently attending school to become an ultrasound technician! I have experience with special needs children, bilingual children, infants/babies, and children up to the age of 13.
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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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Ashley R.


Algonquin, IL

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter

Hi! My name is Ashley and I am looking for a family who needs nannying for the summer time! I am currently attending Optometry School in Texas at UIWRSO, but I will be back in Illinois from mid-may until mid-August. I have had the privilege of nannying/babysitting for 10+ families within the last 5 years, as well as teaching...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Tracy B.


Ingleside, IL

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Working with special needs kids and kids for over 10 years . I'm a babysitter, caretaker, and a certified teacher assistant.
Tracy can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Elena R.


Barrington, IL

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

My name is Elena and I graduated from Valparaiso University in May 2024. I studied psychology and sociology. I have had a great passion for working with kids my whole life. I work at a school as a teachers aide. I work at a school that serves a population of kids with severe autism, behavioral issues, and medical issues. The...
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Nora Z.


Genoa City, WI

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Nora and I am currently a senior in high school. I have a part time job currently and am looking for something else to help me pay for college. I have reliable transportation, and am available reoccurring weeknights, or just for a night out! I have 5 years of experience babysitting up to 3 children at once, CPR...
Nora can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Rohini J.


Mundelein, IL

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

Special Care Taker

Caring for a disabled person requires patience, compassion, and dedication. It's about understanding their unique needs and providing support with love and respect. By fostering a nurturing environment, offering tailored assistance, and celebrating their achievements, we can help them thrive, ensuring they feel valued, safe, and...
Hello! My name is Monica and if there is one thing that you should know about me it is that I love kids! It all comes very natural to me as I grew up always helping my Mom with my siblings. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and have had many years of experience with babysitting various types of families and...
Monica can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Hannah B.


Lake Geneva, WI

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For Full Time Position

I am looking for a flexible full time position that will allow me to have my 4-month-old daughter with me. Child care has been so difficult to find and has pushed me in a new direction.
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Maggie D.


Mundelein, IL

$20-50/hr8 yrs exp

Care Provider To All And A Music Lover!

My name is Maggie, and I am currently looking to assist in any home that may need help! I have a degree in Music and History education from Western Michigan University. I have been working for the past 8 years doing many jobs including substitute teaching, tutoring, special education teaching assistant, and even as a vocal...
I have experience with emotional, mental, physical and medical special needs. I can take care of kids or adults. I have experience with epi pen, insulin, feeding tube, non-verbal, autism, wheel chairs, and hoyer.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wonder Lake, IL

Morgan M.

5.0

Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease and never anxious about being left with someone new. It was a delightful experience.

- Susan O.

Stephanie K.

5.0

Stephanie was our nanny for 3 years. She cared for our now 5 and 3 year old. She was with us full time. She is caring, fun and willing to do extras such as education. Our family loved our time with her and our kids miss her. We only made a change due to one of us deciding to stay home with our kids...

- Care member

Caitlin L.

5.0

Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across the care she provides to families! I'm blown away by her skills, her determination, and her attention to detail. If you hire her, you will not be disappointed...

- Alexis A.

Jeffery H.

5.0

What a great life coach and a huge heart for the special needs community. He worked with my son for a couple of years. No a complaint and taught my son with autism a ton!!

- Dawn C.

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