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Find special needs caregivers in Zion, IL that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Zion, IL

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Zion, IL

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Aquina C.


Zion, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Certified Caregiver

5.0

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I am a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician CNA and soon to be LPN. Working with you or your loved one is a passion that I enjoy AND also Special needs. It's a career that I was born for and deeply enjoy. My job is to make your life easier. I provide a variety of services. I...
5.0
"If you're looking for someone with compassion, a heart for people, attention-to-detail, and a sense of humor, you've found it with Aquina!"

Kandia R.

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Domonique D.


Zion, IL

$16/hr7 yrs exp

Bubbly Individual With A Background In Education

Hello Everyone , My name is Domonique but everyone calls me Dee. I currently work as a Teachers Assistant in the public school system. I am looking to provide summer care for children infancy through school age. I can provide care in my home as well as yours. I also have a background in working with children and adults with...
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Nickea Y.


Zion, IL

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I've worked with children with special needs for a few years, I know how to work just about any wheelchair, I've done senior care, and I love my attention to detail.
Nickea can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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John K.


Gurnee, IL

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care With The Family Touch!

Hired by 15 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! My wife and I have 3 kiddos. Youngest girl 2. I have an 8-year-old daughter who loves to come with me to supervise! She likes to play with the kids too. I am a professional caregiver that provides complete care for newborns, infants, toddlers, preschool, and school age. Short term & long term care. 1-40 hours....
John can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"John was great with our two little ones. Very professional and patient. He sent lots of pictures and updates throughout the night The kids had lots of fun and bonus points for his little girl also being wonderful with our daughter!"

Samantha M.

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Stephanie A.


Pleasant Prairie, WI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

My Experience With Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I received my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education from UW- Whitewater and received my Masters degree in Education in Professional Development from UW- LaCrosse. I have been teaching for 15 years and love it! I I have taught 4K, 1st, and 2nd grade and have a wealth of knowledge in reading and math for families who may be...
Stephanie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Interviewed and babysat for a night out and was very pleased with how she cared for and interacted with my children. She was punctual and very warm and caring personality. Would have really loved for her to take our nanny position we have this summer. Definitely...

Colleen G.

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Desiree D.


Kenosha, WI

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Desiree! I'm a 43-year-old mother of two. I went back to work a few years ago and recently realized with both mine in school that I'd like to have a bit more flexibility and time available for them. I love children and our elderly and have worked with them for many years in many different settings. Recently, I...
Desiree can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Desiree loved and cared our children as if they were her own. From the beginning we felt confident that she was the perfect fit for our family. Although we no longer "work" together we remain in touch as friends! "

Kristin D.

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Kaitlyn A.


Antioch, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Katie. I have had lots of experience with kids. I started working with kids when I was a freshman in high school. I have worked with infants to 15-year-olds as well as those with special needs. I love to do arts and crafts. I enjoy watching everyone get their creative juices flowing while doing the crafts. I also...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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Danielle H.


Gurnee, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Disney Danielle

I like working with kids because they are imaginative and creative. I think it is important to foster that and support their individuality. Currently, I work as a childcare provider where we care for those 4 months old all the way up until 12 years old. Previously, I was a nanny and caregiver and have experience with special...
Danielle can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

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Lauren H.


Kenosha, WI

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Smile Creator

I have 13 years of experience as a CNA. I can help with Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing. I can also help with housekeeping, meal preparation and run errands or anything else to make your day easier. I have primary experience with dementia/Alzheimer's. I also have some experience with special needs. I am very...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

I grew up with a younger brother who had a brain bleed when he was born, this delayed his development significantly and he has cerebral palsy and epilepsy. I was always the one who took care of him and the only one who could ever understand his speech, I would work with him on his homework, make sure he takes his daily meds,...
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Brooklynne G.


Kenosha, WI

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

For 3 years, I was a Registered Behavior Technician for children and teens with autism. I am currently attending nursing school.
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Isabelle D.


Gurnee, IL

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Young Professional Available For Full Time Childcare

Hi! My name is Izzy, I'm 23, and I've worked with kids in various capacities for about 8 years. Some of my experience includes working as a paraprofessional for elementary aged children with special needs as well as teaching toddlers at an early learning center. I love teaching and caring for children, and I believe that...
Isabelle can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Kimberly N.


Kenosha, WI

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Mother Of 5 Children Who Are Now Grow , Reliable And Committed.

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 25 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers (5 children of my own). With me, your children will receive appropriate care, as well as any additional tasks or chores needed, in order to help support you and your family....
Kimberly can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hello! My name is Lauren. I don't have any paid experience as a child care worker; however, I'm a mom of 3 kids. I'm also a CNA of 14 years. I'm also CPR/AED/BLS certified. I'm available to do anything you need. I'm also willing to work with special needs children. I have experience with that because my son also has special...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Brittany B.


Kenosha, WI

$14-15/hr7 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as caring, energetic, and cheerful. I love working with adults and children with special needs. I love when I get the chance to teach them new things or allow them to do something people assumed wasn't possible. I have two years of experience as an ER tech and four years as a special needs...
Brittany can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Maia A.


Kenosha, WI

$10-20/hr9 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter With Childhood Education

1.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience for 9 plus years in Childcare centers working with children 6weeks to 12 years along with caring for special needs children of all ages. I have experience with curriculum and can incorporate it into daily activities so learning is always going on. I love being outside and doing arts and crafts. I do have a baby...
Maia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Amaya R.


Gurnee, IL

$20-29/hr2 yrs exp

I am a compassionate professional dedicated to empowering children and adolescents through intensive in-home therapy and specialized education. With a background in mental health and special education, I have spent 2 1/2 years fostering growth and resilience in young minds. In the realm of in-home therapy, I have been a guiding...
Amaya can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Hannah L.


Wadsworth, IL

$23-50/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny

I've always had a passion for caring for children. I was fortunate to have a wonderful caregiver as a child and I hope to provide the same positive experience for other children. I also served as the caregiver for my special-needs aunt and found great joy in that role. I'm very social, friendly, and have a good sense of humor. I...
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Carrie W.


Kenosha, WI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

I have been working for about 25 years with developed mentally disabled children and adults.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Zion, IL

Aquina C.

5.0

She is vey loving and care for whoever she is responsible for. She has a heart of Gold.

- Jessika H.

John K.

5.0

John was great with our two little ones. Very professional and patient. He sent lots of pictures and updates throughout the night The kids had lots of fun and bonus points for his little girl also being wonderful with our daughter!

- Samantha M.

Stephanie A.

5.0

Interviewed and babysat for a night out and was very pleased with how she cared for and interacted with my children. She was punctual and very warm and caring personality. Would have really loved for her to take our nanny position we have this summer. Definitely would recommend her! I will...

- Colleen G.

Desiree D.

5.0

Desiree loved and cared our children as if they were her own. From the beginning we felt confident that she was the perfect fit for our family. Although we no longer "work" together we remain in touch as friends!

- Kristin D.

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