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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elgin, IL

The average rate is $17/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Elgin, IL

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Jen F.


Elgin, IL

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Tutor Or Caregiver

5.0

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Hello, I currently teach in a self-contained special education classroom. This is my 8th year of teaching. I hold a Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction with Specialized Endorsements in Special Education and English as a Second Language from National Louis University. I also have a bachelor's degree in Elementary...
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Lindsay L.


Elgin, IL

$16-20/hr2 yrs exp

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5.0

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Hello! My name is Lindsay, I am strongly looking to become a nanny, I have quite a bit of experience working with children. I worked at Boys And Girls Club, I've supervised 15 kids at once! I also volunteered at a pre school. You can surely trust me with your babies. My goal is to make a fun and safe space for kids. I love...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Lindsay is very sweet. She did a wonderful job watching my kids and even cleaned up for me which wasn’t expected of her duties! Definitely recommend!

Reviewed by Care member

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Mariah T.


Elgin, IL

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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I am great with kids, I am 26 years old, I am very respectful , I am a hard worker, I am also very patient, I am very dependable you can count on me I can cook And clean and read bed time stories to your little ones , I have experience with all different ages and I even have 7 years of experience with the special needs...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Mariah is a very dependable person she was always to work on time. Most of the time we would be late and she was very understanding and would stay as late as we needed her to! You can tell she has a heart for...

Reviewed by Javier R.

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Shannon J.


Elgin, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Child Care And Special Needs Care

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I have been working with children my entire life and I love it. I am the 3rd child from a family with 10 kids. So, even when I was a small child I helped take care of my younger siblings. I am a graduate from Elgin Community College and Providence Baptist College where I studied education. I payed my way through both colleges...
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Bridget S.


Elgin, IL

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

Bridget S From Elgin

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I have worked in the healthcare setting for the last 17 years. I am currently licensed as a CNA and massage therapist. I have three kids and believe family is very important. I treat everyone with love and respect. Hope I get a chance to meet you soon.
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Kaitlin B.


Elgin, IL

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

A Little About Me

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Hello! My name is Katie and I am a school counselor with a master's degree from Johns Hopkins in Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling. I have 4 years of experience as a nanny, and I have also worked as a summer camp counselor and swim instructor for young children. I have experience working with newborns-12 years olds....
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Jessica A.


Elgin, IL

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

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I've always loved children, despite having any disabilities. I love children all the same, and I'm always willing to step in and help. I love being able to show children the world and provide a form of safety for them.

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I am patient individual who is willing to tend to individual needs. I also have reliable transportation. I went to school and graduated as a medical assistant. I am comfortable with individual care, fist aid and with any age group.
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Elizabeth H.


Elgin, IL

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

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My experience is very minimum considering I haven't worked for 15+years. I have been a stay home mom since my 1st child who now is 19. I have 4 kids in total. My youngest is 6 years old and now that she is full time in school, I am looking to keep myself busy and same time make a little extra cash. I am very anxious to get back...
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Diana P.


Elgin, IL

$18-24/hr2 yrs exp

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I'm an RBT worker, I am currently looking to take on another client aside from my actual job I have been doing this for a year and a half now, I have worked with many different ages. I'd love to chat more and get to know you and find out if we are a match!!!
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Karen H.


Elgin, IL

$24-30/hr3 yrs exp

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I have several years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & as a researcher in Coginitive Pyschology in Children specializing in Language Acquisition & Autism at University of Chicago.
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Taqia C.


Elgin, IL

$19/hr5 yrs exp

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I am a positive 25-year-old experienced nanny, Esl teacher and mom of twins. I am passionate when it comes to helping children grow and develop. I've taken child care and development courses; able to execute lesson plans. I am a certified personal trainer & nutritionist. I have patients for children + others. I have experience...
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Abigail G.


Elgin, IL

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny Or Babysitter

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I am a recent college graduate currently working as a Synthetic Biologist as a Bioscience company. I have experience caring for special needs children, and children of all ages. I feel living with my niece and aiding with school routines and extracurriculars has made me very patient and comprehensive when I comes to childcare. I...
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Joy N.


Elgin, IL

$14-20/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Care Giver

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I have worked with children for four years. starting out working in a daycare for all age groups from infant to school age. I advanced my career in child care by working as a nanny for a great family with 3 children. I no longer am able to work for them because I am going to Providence Baptist College here in Illinois. On the...
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Brittany F.


Elgin, IL

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Looking For Something To Do On The Weekends.

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Hi my name is Brittany, I am 23 I have 10+ years of experience with childcare from newborns-infants-toddlers. Including date nights, multiples, overnights and with special needs children. I am CPR certified, I have reliable transportation and love being outside for activities. I enjoy doing learning activities and or motor...
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Shannon J.


Elgin, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experience, Loving Nanny

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Hi! My name is Shannon. I am 30 years old, I am married, and have 1 adorable 3-year-old boy. For the past 12 years, I have worked as a nanny, caregiver, aid, and even teacher at a daycare. I absolutely love kids! I have worked with kids with all different personalities and temperaments as well as children with learning...
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Briana L.


Elgin, IL

$16-24/hr8 yrs exp

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Hello. I am currently a caregiver of 4 years with a man with cerebral palsy and a woman with autism/ocd. During my day to day, I provide feeding (both orally and g-tube), medication, bathing/dressing, transferring, and every other day to day tasks.
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Alexis E.


Elgin, IL

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

Personal Support Worker

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I have an adult son with intellectual disabilities. I worked 1:1 with an autistic client. I also provided care in community based group homes.
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Gina M.


Schaumburg, IL

$13-18/hr2 yrs exp

Compassionate, Careful & Fun Sitter

5.0

(3)

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I have experience with children all ages for over two years now. I was an assistant teacher at a daycare during my senior year of college where I worked with infants-7-year-olds. My duties there included, playing, supervising, cooking, cleaning and teaching. I also have a niece who is 6 months old whom I take care of often. I...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Gina is loyal, smart, and responsible. I went through my entire degree program with her. I would trust Gina with my life. She's an excellent student, learner, and social worker.

Reviewed by Katie S.

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Kimmarie K.


Algonquin, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Mother Of Three Grown Children Would Love To Care For Your Precious Children

5.0

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In home childcare! My home backs up to Neubert Elementary. If you need care, reach out. Let's chat!!!! I am a mother of three grown children. In the past I have nurtured, loved, taught and cared for children in and out of my home. I have experience caring for up to 7 children at a time; from newborns to teenagers. I have also...

Recent review:

5.0
Ms. Kim worked with my 4 year old daughter on preschool concepts such as reading, writing letters and numbers and on improving her vocabulary by teaching her new words and practicing them with her. She is great...

Reviewed by Tanushree B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elgin, IL

Lindsay L.

5.0

Lindsay is very sweet. She did a wonderful job watching my kids and even cleaned up for me which wasn’t expected of her duties! Definitely recommend!

- Care member

Mariah T.

5.0

Mariah is a very dependable person she was always to work on time. Most of the time we would be late and she was very understanding and would stay as late as we needed her to! You can tell she has a heart for kids by the way she takes care of them and loves them. She is also very responsible and she...

- Javier R.

Gina M.

5.0

Gina is loyal, smart, and responsible. I went through my entire degree program with her. I would trust Gina with my life. She's an excellent student, learner, and social worker.

- Katie S.

Kimmarie K.

5.0

Ms. Kim worked with my 4 year old daughter on preschool concepts such as reading, writing letters and numbers and on improving her vocabulary by teaching her new words and practicing them with her. She is great at reading stories and making them sound funny. She would sound out letters in order to...

- Tanushree B.

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Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Elgin, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.