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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Wauconda, IL

The average rate is $15/hr as of March 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Wauconda, IL

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Morgan M.


Wauconda, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Meet Me! :)

5.0

(1)

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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 Graduate School to review my Masters in Speech Language Pathology, preferably for children with special needs. I am CPR / First Aid Certified and renewed those certifications...

Recent review:

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...

Reviewed by Susan O.

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Jennifer D.


Wauconda, IL

$20/hr9 yrs exp

I'm Here To Help Your Loved One

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My experience with senior care started with my grandmother. She was wheelchair bound with dementia. I used to take care of her out of her house and as she declined we moved her into my home. She was with me for over 5 years and I cared for her 24/7. Duties included companionship, feeding her, help with hygiene, transferring her,...
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Caitlin L.


Wauconda, IL

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Full/part Time Caregiver

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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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Morgan M.


Wauconda, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part - Time Caregiver

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I was Nanny to child with special needs from August 2018 to March 2020. I provided care for a 6-year-old with severe down syndrome Monday - Friday from 6-8 a.m. then again after school, 3-6 p.m. I would make and feed him breakfast, pack his backpack with bottles/ lunch, assist him with transportation on and off of the school...
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Alli M.


Wauconda, IL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

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I emphasized in special recreation in influent in American Sign Language. I also have a cousin who has severe disabilities, so I'm very familiar with various needs that children and adults have.
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Lauren L.


Wauconda, IL

$18-21/hr10 yrs exp

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Worked with children of all ages with different disabilities. Bachelors in Special Education and Masters in Early Childhood
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Dawn C.


McHenry, IL

$20-24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother And Nanny

3.6

(5)

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I am the mother of a 19 yr old son, a 26-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 6-year-old boy. I have over 15 years babysitting and Nanny experience with all ages as well as special needs care. I find joy in helping children learn and grow. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, going to parks and taking nature walks. I am...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her.

Reviewed by Shannon C.

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Cary W.


Vernon Hills, IL

$30/hr4 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...

Recent review:

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...

Reviewed by Maianh P.

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Norma M.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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I have cared for children with autism and Down syndrome, ADD/HD. I worked at School District 95 Special Education Department.

Recent reviews:

5.0
Norma is knowledgeable, compassionate, reliable and was right there to support our family when we needed help. I felt confident to leave my two boys, one of which is on the spectrum, in her care and would not...

Reviewed by Barbara Z.

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Stephanie K.


Ingleside, IL

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time /Full-Time Caregiver

4.7

(3)

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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...

Recent reviews:

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...

Reviewed by Care member

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Juli A.


Barrington, IL

$23/hr6 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver/CNA Available Now Extra Shifts Tues Thru Friday

3.7

(3)

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Hello, I am a 52-year-young, healthy, energetic, and outgoing Barrington resident searching for a position(s) with kind individual/family that can utilize my positive personality. I am a registered CNA with CPR certified for children, infants and adults with 12+ years of private senior care. I am presently committed to a 24/4...
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Lauren W.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Young, Energetic And Experienced

5.0

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I'm interested in your position! My name is Lauren. I am 27 years old. I was previously a full-time nanny for a family of 4 kids, ages 5 months, 2 years old, 12 years old and a 14-year-old with special needs. Most recently I was a full-time nanny for a 2. 5-year-old girl and 15-month-old boy. I was with them for close to 3...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Lauren is great! Friendly, reliable, and trustworthy! Our kids love her and we do too! I can’t recommend her highly enough.

Reviewed by Care member

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Paige K.


Round Lake, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Nanny with Experience

5.0

(4)

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Hello! My name is Paige, I have been a nanny for over 15 years (6 years with my current family) and love the rewarding experience of providing care to children. I have a 5-year-old daughter and 1-year-old son who come with me most days to my current part-time nanny position. I am currently able to provide occasional care for...

Recent reviews:

5.0
I immediately felt comfortable with Paige when she entered my home. She had a great personality and calmness with my kids. She also had great common sense and problem solving as well as communication.

Reviewed by Care member

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Rhonda L.


McHenry, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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Hi my name is Rhonda. I am CNA Certified and also have my certificate in dialysis. I have been doing home healthcare for the past 8 years. I recently cared for a gentlemen that's wheelchair bound and has heart, renal and diabetes. I transfer him from bed to wheelchair, to bathing, to dressing, prepare and serve meals, check...
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Marybeth S.


Round Lake, IL

$35/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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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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Jeffery H.


Cary, IL

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Autism Life Coach

5.0

(1)

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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...

Recent review:

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!!

Reviewed by Dawn C.

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Sophia D.


McHenry, IL

$10-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello! I am interested in your care job!! I have 14 years experience taking care of children of all ages. Also special needs kids. I am CPR certified and I have taken college courses on early child development and early learning. I am very out going and have alot of energy. I love being outside, teaching, and exercising. I'm...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Sophia is great. She provides my daughter and all the other kids lots of attention and care. There are a lot of toys for all ages and her home is always clean. My daughter loves going to her house and even...

Reviewed by Care member

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Sarah H.


Island Lake, IL

$20-27/hr6 yrs exp

Caring, Enthusiastic Caretaker

5.0

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I have 6 years of experience working in various settings that serve the developmentally disabled population. I have worked with people who have various developmental/physical disabilities. During this time I have continuously engaged skills such as transfer assistance (including hoyer/sit-to-stand lifts), diet orders, memory...

Recent review:

5.0
Sarah is a wonderful lady and caregiver. She has been able to help me with errands, bathing, dressing, food preparation, and several other tasks. She's a sweet and responsible woman. I'm so grateful for her...

Reviewed by Clarissa O.

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Amy G.


Ingleside, IL

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter And Childcare Provider

4.9

(15)

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Hi-I'm Amy! I have 22 years of experience; I fell in love for babysitting at a young age. I began caring for family, friends, neighbors and through referrals. I have extensive experience from newborn to 16 years old, caring for multiples (twins, triplets) and special needs care. In high school, I worked as a childcare supervisor...

Recent reviews:

5.0
Amy has been a wonderful source of loving, reliable childcare when needed throughout the past few years. Would gladly recommend!

Reviewed by Ashley C.

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Kamila P.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

3.0

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Hi my name is Kamila and I am college student. I am graduating with my nursing degree this May, and am looking for a babysitting job for the summer before I pass my boards! I have experience working with with infants, toddlers, kids with special needs and I am CPR certified. Right now I want to apply as a child care taker for...

Recent review:

3.0
Kamila seemed nice enough the first time she babysat for us, but it was only for a few hours. She did play some games with the kids and made a light lunch but when she babysat again, the house was a mess! And...

Reviewed by Raquel D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wauconda, 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.

Dawn C.

5.0

Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her.

- Shannon C.

Cary W.

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 conferencing time with Cary and...

- Maianh P.

Norma M.

5.0

Norma is knowledgeable, compassionate, reliable and was right there to support our family when we needed help. I felt confident to leave my two boys, one of which is on the spectrum, in her care and would not hesitate to do so again.

- Barbara Z.

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

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