Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Zion, IL

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...

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"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.

Nicole J.

$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver/Provider

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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...

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"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.

Nicole J.

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Personal care, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, respite care

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Darcey H.

Kaylie A.

Racine, WI

$20-22/hr • 8 yrs exp

Child Entertainer

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep

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"Kaylie was very responsive to messages and punctual/ professional. My son liked playing with her. We will hire her again."

Paige C.

Valerie R.

Spring Grove, IL

$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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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, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0

"My fiancee and I were going out of the country for vacation on a cruise. My fiancee has 2 kids still in school so we felt the need to have someone dependable be here in the evenings to keep an eye on the kids and make sure they got to school, etc. We also have 4...

Jason O.

Donyel H.

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny Who Teaches With Educational Play!

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Learning and Playing with children has blessed me with the most wonderful memories of all! Teaching a child to express themselves and communicate through music and sign language (ASL) and watching their frustrations ease, are some of the reasons I became a Nanny. I am a loving Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of...

Donyel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, meal prep

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0

"Donyel was great with my friends daughter. She learnt her personality style quickly and was able to provide interactive care during the time we employed her. We would definitely hire her again!"

Rebecca S.

Mia M.

Libertyville, IL

$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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"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.

Caitlin L.

Wauconda, IL

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Full/part Time Caregiver

5.0

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I have spent the past year or so working at a facility for the mentally and developmentally disabled, working as a Hab aide.

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"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.

Cary W.

Vernon Hills, IL

$30/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more

Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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"- 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.

Melissa R.

Bristol, WI

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Child Care Worker

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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"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.

Judith B.

Deerfield, IL

$15-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver (Summer)

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I currently work full-time for a wonderful family that has an adorable 2. 5-year-old that I have been playing with for over 2 years; however, I am available for one-time appts and/or date-nights! I am raising two wonderful children and have been a homemaker/caregiver for 17 years. I believe all children can be successful...

Judith can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Judy is the full time caregiver for our infant son. She is AMAZING and feels like a part of our family. She is always punctual, positive and an excellent listener. She takes great pride in caring for our son and supports our needs and values as to how we want to...

Kathryn Y.

Nicole J.

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

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"Nicole has a gift for interacting with people of all ages and abilities, teaching them and supporting them. She is compassionate and self motivated. Nicole clearly loves caring for people. Anyone would be lucky to have her working with their loved one!"

Julie N.

Donyel H.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Homecare And Childcare Expert With Over 20 Years Of Family Services

3.3

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an educated Caregiver and Consultant with availability throughout Illinois, with domestic & international travel flexibility to clients wherever you may reside. With over 20 years of experience with Homecare, Childcare, Expectant Mothers, Hospice, Respite, Rehabbing, Special Needs, and Family support, well-rounded skill...

Donyel can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, meal prep & more

Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

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"Donyel cares for our daughter like she is her own. She teacher her so much (alphabet, sign language, dancing, how to express frustration) helped with rules, and brought so much joy to the house. She’s the best."

Care member

Priscilla D.

Libertyville, IL

$20-23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

A compassionate caregiver (CNA) with a strong history in home health care. My expertise is genuinely caring for the seniors needing assist in everyday living . I am a quick learner, someone who is efficient and can multitask, a person who is reliable and dependable. My background experience consists of 13+ years of elderly care,...

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"Priscilla is very professional and caring. We are so fortunate to have her taking care of our mom. "

Darleena W.

Jennifer W.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Care With Compassion

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

It is simply said best when stated ' Your special needs are my special needs" with that being said My name is Jennifer, I am 44 years old and have 23 plus years experience in a variety of setting in the healthcare field. I have worked in the special needs area and find that it is one of the most fulfilling feelings, knowing The...

Lisa H.

Lake Villa, IL

$20-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs

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I've been working with kids with special needs and disabilities for the last four years through the Penguin Project of McLean County as well as being a student aide in the Rochester school district. This is a special group that utilizes the acting talents of kids with special needs and disabilities with a peer mentor on stage....

Stephanie K.

Ingleside, IL

$25/hr • 20 yrs exp

Part-Time /Full-Time Caregiver

4.7

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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...

Care member

Marybeth S.

$35/hr • 7 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a registered nurse from the Philippines, I have worked as a private caregiver for almost 9 years in the Chicago area. I am very committed, dedicated, and passionate. I take my task and responsibility very seriously, I create a system and take the initiative to improve care and comfort. I make sure I add value and quality of...

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"MaryBeth was part of a team of caregivers that provided home-based care for my 96 year old mother in the period preceding her death. Mary Beth was kind and caring, and engaged effectively with my mom. I would highly recommend MaryBeth for similar jobs."

Victor C.

Jill K.

Deerfield, IL

$24-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family. About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...

Jill can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"She is dependable and trustworthy and my girls 4.5 and 2.5 love it when she comes to watch them. "

Leslie R.

Donyel H.

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring Certified Caregiver

5.0

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