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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elgin, IL
The average rate is $17/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years
Special needs caregivers in Elgin, IL
Tracy D.
West Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have over 19 years of experience in childcare as a Director. I have experience with all ages 6 weeks to 12 years. I love arts and crafts, outdoor play and plan a curriculum with weekly themes. I have experience with toilet training, special needs, allergies and difficult behaviors. Currently obtaining my Bachelor's degree in...
5.0
"She watched my three year old and 6 month old for a few years. They call her auntie. They still call her to talk to her and they are in kindergarten and 2nd grade otherwise we would still use her!"
Reviewed by Tracy D.
5.0
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I raised my own children, my son (33) and my daughter (23). Over the past 20 years, I have served as a toddler teacher, and home-daycare provider, and served 4 different families as a nanny for the last decade. I also have experience working with people with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy working with...
5.0
"I have known her on a business and personal level. I was her manager at her place of employment. Candace is very flexible, caring, dedicated and loving. Candace was loved by all the families at the daycare not...
Reviewed by Karen Z.
Holly P.
Saint Charles, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I truly enjoy helping all populations, Seniors, Children and special need clients. I have experience working with all listed above.
Juli A.
Barrington, IL
$23/hr • 6 yrs exp
Special Needs Caregiver/CNA Available Now Extra Shifts Tues Thru Friday
3.7
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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...
5.0
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Hello, My name is Sarah. I am looking for a full time nanny position with a loving family. I'm looking to utilize my 11 and a half years of child care experience and knowledge in growth development by providing good guidance and exceptional care as a professional live out nanny. I also have two and a half years experience with...
5.0
"I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two children. She has done overnight stays with us as well. Sarah interacts...
Reviewed by Stephanie M.
5.0
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Hi, I'm Abbey! I am currently in school to get my bachelor's degree in psychology, with an emphasis in child advocacy. I have been working with children for 10 years now. I have nannied, worked in daycare, worked with special needs, and have experience with newborn - teens.
5.0
"We never hired a nanny before so we were scared to do so. Abbey came by to meet us beforehand. She was very punctual, flexible and especially sweet and loving to our 4 months old baby boy. Thank you Abby! If we...
Reviewed by Liesbeth D.
5.0
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Hi! My name is Jenny. I live in Campton Hills with my fiancée and 3 dogs. My daughter is a freshman in college and I'm adjusting to being an empty nester! Currently I'm working as a teacher in Naperville - this is my 23rd year - but looking for extra work to stay busy and help pay for college expenses!
5.0
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work experience as a nanny with special need children around 5 years I love to work with kids I am very responsible, loving , patient, honest, respectful. I am mother of two beautiful boys also I work as rehab aide , nursing assistant, I graduated as nurse (LPN) in 2012 I have around 12 years of career experience working with...
5.0
"Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her."
Reviewed by Evangeline E.
5.0
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Hello, my name is Yesenia. I've been in several professional caregiving roles since 2016. Most of my experience has been with children. I worked at a licensed home daycare, with several families independently and with a nanny agency throughout my career. Additionally, I was a behavioral health technician and worked with children...
5.0
"Yesenia is a very good caregiver. She had positive interactions with our son. She followed all of our instructions and there was no conflict. I would hire her again given the need."
Reviewed by Matt C.
Karen H.
Hanover Park, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi!
My name is Karen, I'm 25 years old and I come from a really big family. I'm the oldest out of about 20 cousins that I have, and a lot of my cousins see me as their aunt because I have taken care of them since they were little (and still do to this day!).
I currently hold an Associates in Arts degree from ECC, and am...
5.0
"Karen did a great job with tutoring and nannying for our 4 year old. She also occasionally watched our 2 year old. We would definitely hire her again!"
Reviewed by Dimple V.
Tracy S.
Bartlett, IL
$20-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care
5.0
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I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...
5.0
"Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I could have asked for to watch our little guy!"
Reviewed by Christina K.
Angela M.
Bartlett, IL
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, my name is Angela. I have been in the education field working with children from 6 weeks to 12+ years of age for over 25 years and have a teenage son of my own.
I have been a director, teacher and nanny for several families. I have also worked with children with special needs. I enjoy helping children learn through play...
5.0
"Angela was so helpful with childcare! She did a great job with the kids even the very fussy and crying ones. Angela is so kind and I would recommend her to any parents! "
Reviewed by Sofia B.
5.0
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Life can be challenging as is... even more so for people with specific disabilities-
I'm passionate about assisting men and ladies with special challenges lead fulfilling lives by assisting with daily living tasks so that they can be as independent as they desire to be :)
Most of my experience is in assisting people with...
5.0
"Lorie took care of my father when we were on vacation. She was wonderful. She kept the house clean and was great with my father. I would hire her again in a heartbeat."
Reviewed by Kris C.
5.0
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I have watched many children over the past few years. I love working with children and hope to help them with whatever they might need. I've worked with a special needs organization and have cared for children of all ages. I've helped with changing, feeding, swimming, and homework. I am certified to work at day cares and I am...
5.0
"Jayleen was a refreshing experience to have interviewed. She was more than gracious to be flexible to a needed adjustment to schedule change, and she was thorough in asking questions, as well as answering...
Reviewed by Keisha A.
Kimmarie K.
Algonquin, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 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...
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.
Hannah C.
Schaumburg, IL
$20-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile.
My name is Hannah, I am 24 years old. I currently live in Schaumburg, IL. I have worked with quite a few families the last 6-8. I have had experience from newborns until early elementary school aged children, as well as some special needs. I have watched families with 4-5 children, and...
5.0
"Hannah is sweet and responsible. She was with sour family for quite sometime. We have 4 kids total and 3 under4.She was absolutely amazing. Kids were happy to see her and enjoyed playing with her throughout...
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5.0
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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...
5.0
"Amazing with children! Very responsible and dependable."
Reviewed by Brenden H.
Sophia P.
Barrington, IL
$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hi! I'm Sophia P. I am a rising junior in college at Virginia Tech studying architecture. I love kids and have worked with them in the past in both babysitting and volunteering at a therapeutic riding center for special needs kids. I am patient, responsible, organized, fun and active. My schedule is very flexible (day and time)...
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with anything you need. I have experience with seniors I have 4 children of my own I am willing to work with special needs. I love giving care. To often you hear of people not being taken care of the right way and I just want to be that light anyone needs.
Carly S.
Saint Charles, IL
$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am a mom myself!
Nanny/babysitter for many families over the years.
Worked in a children center at a gym.
Completed college coursework for early childhood education as well as special education.
Volunteer for Fox Valley Special Recreation.
Personal support worker for a young adult with special needs.
I have been living in...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elgin, IL
Tracy D.
5.0
She watched my three year old and 6 month old for a few years. They call her auntie. They still call her to talk to her and they are in kindergarten and 2nd grade otherwise we would still use her!
- Tracy D.
Candace W.
5.0
Candace was the nanny for our 3 year old son from 6/21-9/21. She was wonderful with him. Great outings: libraries, parks, zoos, pumpkin farm, etc. She kept our active boy engaged and busy. Besides taking him to fun places, Candace is a great educator for his age. She taught him letters, numbers,...
- Lindsey B.
Sarah S.
5.0
I have known Sarah for many years now and she has always been my go-to occasional nanny/sitter when she was available to help with my two children. She has done overnight stays with us as well. Sarah interacts with my children through various games, activities, outdoor play, and is fully aware of...
- Stephanie M.
Abbey H.
5.0
We never hired a nanny before so we were scared to do so. Abbey came by to meet us beforehand. She was very punctual, flexible and especially sweet and loving to our 4 months old baby boy. Thank you Abby! If we are ever in the USA with kids we will definitely book Abby again!
- Liesbeth D.
Doris A.
5.0
Doris was great with my kids. Very reliable. We will continue to re hire her.
- Evangeline E.
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Ratings for Elgin, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
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.