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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 $18/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Zion, IL

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Jamie L.


Kenosha, WI

$18-50/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider And Pet Sitter

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Hello, my name is Jamie. I am a loving mother of 2 young adult sons. I have 32 years of childcare experience. I also have experience helping in classrooms with teachers which I was awarded for. I have worked as a Behavioral Therapist Technician in a classroom setting and also in a clinic setting.... I have experience in ABA. The...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Susan P.


Gurnee, IL

$17-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Susan. I have 5+ years of nanny experience with a range of children/teens with autism and mobility disabilities.
I have been a licensed paraprofessional for many years in the public school system, as well as with special needs students. I still maintain my license in the state of Illinois. I have a great sense of humor and feel education is important at any age. I am very patient, punctual, honest, and dependable. I have most recently...
Laurie can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

Hi I'm Sam! I'm 18 years old and have 5+ years of experience with children aged 2 months- 14 years. I also have experience with special needs, multiple children, and pets. I have my CPR and first aid certifications. I can provide transportation, as long as you provide and install car seats for safety (if needed). I can provide...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Barbara K.


Antioch, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant Available Part Time

Hello! I have experience working with the DD waiver community, senior citizens, and animals (mostly cats, but I'm a dog lover too). I have loads of direct care experience working with behavioral issues and individuals with seizure disorders and individuals with low to no vision as well.

Melissa G.


Waukegan, IL

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Experience Care Giver

Experienced care giver. I have 4 children. One who is adhd and is autistic. Ive taken care of older adults. Services as cooking, cleaning, medication, bathing, and shopping. Looking for Part time work. If you have any questions feel free to DM me.

Samantha K.


Antioch, IL

$15-22/hr4 yrs exp

Care Taker

Hi! I have been a care taker/babysitter for 4+ years for special needs infants, children, teens, and adults. I am CPR certified, and EMT certified. I would love to help and spend time with you loved ones.
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Emma M.


Racine, WI

$17-33/hr4 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy kids because they are constantly learning and growing, and tend to teach adults practical life skills (patience, love and kindness). I'm looking for a job that is flexible but also one that treats their caregivers like their own family with respect and transparency. In my spare time, I like to explore new foods,...
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Morgan M.


Wauconda, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Meet Me! :)

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Lisa H.


Lake Villa, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Human Trainer And Wrangler ;)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! Thanks for taking time out of your schedule to look at my profile! My name is Lisa and I graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor's of Arts and Science in Theater Design and Production. During my years there, I've learned such skills as sewing, various arts and crafts methods, and managing teams of people....
Lisa can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I hired Lisa to watch my 5-year-old she was wonderful with her very caring thoughtful and energetic. She is the type of babysitter that is willing to get on the floor and play with the kids non-stop, she has a very creative mind and came up with super cool...

Stephanie C.

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Lauren G.


Highwood, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Theraputic Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

With a Bachelor's Degree in psychology, my first job out of college was working in a residential facility for children with special needs. In the five years working as a Child Care Counselor, I helped children with ADD, ADHD, OCD, ODD, AS, TS, and a variety of other mental health diagnoses. As a public school teacher of many...
5.0
"Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time with an amazing attitude and is always finding new ways to help. She is reliable, hardworking, responsive,...

Ann D.

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Nicole J.


Sturtevant, WI

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver/Provider

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I possess a true passion for caring for others. I am a very outgoing, down to earth, caring, and compassionate person. I embrace a high regard and respect in assisting others and helping individuals succeed. I understand how difficult it can be to find the right person to care for a loved one. I've been there too, myself. This...
5.0
"We were challenged with our troubled and developmentally disabled 17 year old son who was unable to stay organized and keep up with homework and assignments. His limitations often led to daily arguments and fighting, creating a tumultuous environment in our home....

Darcey H.

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Nicole J.


Sturtevant, WI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I possess a true passion for caring for others. I am a very outgoing, caring, & passionate person. I embrace a high regard while helping others. I understand how difficult it can be to find the right person to care for a loved one. I have been there too, myself. This is what I truly love to do. I have experience working with...
Nicole can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, respite care, personal care, hospice services
5.0
"We were challenged with our troubled and developmentally disabled 17 year old son who was unable to stay organized and keep up with homework and assignments. His limitations often led to daily arguments and fighting, creating a tumultuous environment in our home....

Darcey H.

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Kaylie A.


Racine, WI

$20-22/hr8 yrs exp

Child Entertainer

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 years experience as a nanny but lots more as a babysitter! I grew up in a house that was always full of kids of all ages. I learned to love children from being around them all the time. Seeing a child grow and learn is what I strive for. I've worked with family's from new born up to 10 years old. I also have...
Kaylie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
5.0
"We didn't end up needing Kaylie as a sitter, but she seems like a great candidate. She was very responsive to all messages, punctual to her interview, kind and polite."

Lisa R.

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Valerie R.


Spring Grove, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a mom of 2 grown sons and a young, energetic grandmother of 7, ranging from 2 years to 15 years old. I have many years of experience caring for babies, toddlers, and adolescents. I have experience tutoring 6, 7, and 8th graders with IEP's. I also have extensive skills required for special needs and can perform various...
Valerie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came through 100% and the kids love her. She stepped in and took grandma's place without skipping a beat. We are very lucky to have her...

Alyce L.

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Mia M.


Libertyville, IL

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Hello! I have been babysitting since I was in 6th grade. I have also worked in a daycare (specifically the infant room), worked at a special needs summer camp, and have taken many child education courses at college. I am a self designed major at Carthage, however I have completed 3 years worth of education classes. I love...
Mia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mia is amazing!! She is great with kids of all ages (mine are 3, 8, 11). She always finds fun activities for each kid. Mia is punctual, responsible, and reliable. The kids always have a great time with her and request her as a sitter. Mia is a joy and I...

Jess P.

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Caitlin L.


Wauconda, IL

$10-20/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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Cary W.


Vernon Hills, IL

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Cary & I love working with children to create engaging experiences through an environment that fosters safety, creativity, curiosity, & kindsnes. I have incredibly strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality, maturity, a very high emotional intelligence, & an unmatched sense of integrity. Other...
Cary can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"- Cary is well loved and greatly appreciated at the Elementary School From my observation at school. She has an incredible rapport with the staff and teachers as well as the students she was conferencing. The students always expressed how much they enjoyed their...

Maianh P.

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Melissa R.


Bristol, WI

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Child Care Worker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with babies from 3 months up to 13-year-olds. I've had up to 5 kids at one time babysitting. They have been boys and girls and of all different ages. I have prepared meals, made crafts, cleaned up the house, done laundry, and provided transportation for the children too. I also work in a day care and I work...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Melissa was amazing with our kids. She is very friendly and made our first experience with a non-family member babysitter very easy and relaxing. She is punctual, dependable, and great at communicating. It didn't take long for our kids to warm up to her. And our...

Carrie S.

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Stephanie K.


Ingleside, IL

$22-23/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time /Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in childcare since 1999. In those years I have worked at daycare centers and cared for ages 6 weeks to 12 years old and special needs. From 2005 to 2012 I was a preschool teacher and enjoyed every minute of it. I have also had nanny positions which was also a very enjoyable experience. During that time I cared for...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Zion, 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.

Lisa H.

5.0

My three children (2, 7, 9) all adore Lisa and so do we. At the start of the school year she not only watched our 2 year old but also made sure the old two were logged in for classes remotely and she helped them with their work when needed. She made breakfast and lunch for all three kids. She...

- Anna G.

Lauren G.

5.0

Lauren is capable of doing most anything, does it quickly and with kindness and care. If you have a list to be completed, Lauren gets it done in record time with an amazing attitude and is always finding new ways to help. She is reliable, hardworking, responsive, intelligent, and always follows...

- Ann D.

Nicole J.

5.0

We were challenged with our troubled and developmentally disabled 17 year old son who was unable to stay organized and keep up with homework and assignments. His limitations often led to daily arguments and fighting, creating a tumultuous environment in our home. At the beginning of the 2015/16...

- Darcey H.

Nicole J.

5.0

We were challenged with our troubled and developmentally disabled 17 year old son who was unable to stay organized and keep up with homework and assignments. His limitations often led to daily arguments and fighting, creating a tumultuous environment in our home. At the beginning of the 2015/16...

- Darcey H.

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