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Heather K.


Plano, IL

$22/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

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I have worked in health care for 7 years with a focus in special needs. I have been the manager of a group home that houses 6 clients of varying ages and disabilities for the last 3 years. I have experience in assisting with day program for individuals which consists of fun community based activities as well as fun enriching...
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April L C.


Sandwich, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Trustworthy, Kind And Reliable Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Assistive Technology/AAC. Feeding and tube feeding. I was with the last girl I cared for for 16 years she passed away in February which broke my heart but I'm now ready to care for someone else!!
5.0
"April is a very caring, trusting, knowledgeable person that watched my daughter for many years. I was a very protective mother of a severely handicapped child who needed total care ( g tube feedings, frequent...

Reviewed by Carole G.

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Julie S.


Yorkville, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Morning Care Provider

5.0

(2)

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I'm a registered behavior technician and I love working with young children that have ASD. I also enjoy working with families that have other special needs children.
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"Julie is amazing with both of my children but especially wonderful with my son with Autism. He just loves her, we all do! She is very patient with him and one of the kindest people I have ever met! We are very...

Reviewed by Rhonda H.

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Chandra G.


Yorkville, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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I have had many jobs working with children from babysitting as a teenager and nannying, to daycare and working in elementary schools. I have had experience within special ed and have had experience with babies and multiples. I enjoy the innocence that children have and love to see them get excited when they discover something...
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Ingrid M.


Yorkville, IL

$14-20/hr1 yrs exp

I Am 19 Years Old, I Absolutely Love Kids, Of Any Age, And I Can Put A Smile On Anyone's Face. :)

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I have almost 2 years of experience with kids with special needs. I can help with G Tubes and Bladder Management Assistance. I can also lift and transfer children. I am comfortable in any setting, I love pets, it is easy for me to become comfortable. Any other request I am happy to learn so your child can receive the best...
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Mikayla R.


Yorkville, IL

$12-17/hr1 yrs exp

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I worked with children who have special needs for about a year and feel that I have enough experience to help out.
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Kylie W.


Yorkville, IL

$20-30/hr9 yrs exp

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I've worked with disabled intellectual individuals for over 9 years now. I can preform anything between hands on care, giving medications, or running errands if needed. I have a wide range of experience so don't be afraid to ask any questions you may have! My goal is that you and your family feel comfortable and and at ease...
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Marissa P.


Yorkville, IL

$15-19/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced With Special Needs

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Hi! I have over 20+ years experience working with children, adults and teens with autism. I grew up helping my 2 brothers everyday both who have autism. I have also worked at day programs with children and adults with Austim. I have life experience and professional experience. I would consider myself very calm, patient and...
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Amy F.


Yorkville, IL

$15-20/hr

Responsible Babysitter

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5 years experience up to 4 kids 1 year baby-sat for autistic child on weekends 12 hours a day, fed, showed, helped dress, changed dippers, drove back and forth from there home to my home, took swimming, to parks, to arcade, black berry farm, red oak nature center ect. Took care of my own child and sister ADHD who are now...
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Lisa E.


Sugar Grove, IL

$15-28/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Private In Home Caregiver

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Hello! I am an experienced caregiver, both personally and professionally. I actually owned and operated a home care business however I prefer to build the trust and relationship that comes with providing 1:1 care. I prefer to work with children or young adults with special needs, however I have a wide variety of experience...
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Tonya S.


Sandwich, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Paraprofessional

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I have experience working with children with delays and autism. I have also worked with children, who have down syndrome.
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Jill G.


Aurora, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Those With Special Needs

5.0

(3)

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I love helping people. I have been fully engaged in this field since my graduation from the University of IL in 1990. I have worked approximately 30 years in Social Services in many capacities including In Home Care; Vacation care; Special Recreation; Special Olympics Coaching and day care.
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"Jill has provided outstanding care for my adult special-needs daughter for 7 years and has become one of my daughter's best friends. She's taken my daughter on shopping trips, to restaurants and even the...

Reviewed by Kevin F.

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Canan M.


Naperville, IL

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

3.0

(2)

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I currently take care of a child who has specuial needs. I assist with eating ,changing, changing feeding machine, comforting, and constructing activities. I am going to school currently for early childhood education. Please message me with details regarding a position.
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Muriel C.


Batavia, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Caring, And Patient Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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I am a wife and mother of 2 young adults who has lived in the tri-cities for 28 years. I have worked as an outdoor education nature and science teacher for 10 years at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia, IL. During this time period, I taught all age groups, from preschoolers to adults. When special needs...
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"I highly recommend Muriel for watching children, including those with special needs. Muriel has been kind, patient, and understanding while caring for my two boys, one of whom has special needs. She has shown...

Reviewed by Jeff H.

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Tina B.


Naperville, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hey there! I'm Tina, a passionate caregiver with 3 years of Special Education teaching experience. I prioritize celebrating diversity and accommodating different learning styles, drawing from my unique neurodivergent perspective. As an identical twin, I understand the dynamics of multiples and foster individual growth within a...
5.0
"Tina is sweet and reliable. She is great with my son, and I still hire her when she's home! I wish she didn't have to go away to school. She's very inclusive and communicative"

Reviewed by Regina R.

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Jill G.


Warrenville, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Kind, Communicative Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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I'm Jill. I have spent my entire adult life lovingly helping others as a caregiver. I have a BS degree from University of IL in Psych & Child Development. I created & facilitated a community employment day program for 19 yrs at Aspire of IL where I taught job skills, academics, leisure skills & volunteering. I've also worked for...
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"Jill worked with my daughter from age 12-22 when she moved into a group home. Jill is generous, reliable, compassionate, willing to help with showering and all aspects of care. She is like a family member now."

Reviewed by Care member

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Virginia R.


Plainfield, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and have experience with infants through school age for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education Special...
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Taylor K.


Geneva, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

5.0

(2)

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I am currently an Early Childhood Special Education teacher who has worked with both typically developing children and children with additional needs including autism, social communication disorder, down syndrome, speech delays, developmental delays and OHI.
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Sharon F.


Minooka, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

10 Years Experience Working With Elderly Patients. Ambulatory And Non Ambulatory

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I have worked at nursing homes for 10 years until I became a mother. Now that kids are in school I'm looking to work again. I have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's patients as well as patients with multiple disabilities. I was a certified nurse assistant but it expired due to having children. I am still very...
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Cynthia R.


Aurora, IL

$19-22/hr10 yrs exp

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I been working with children since I was 13 years old. Watching my cousins kids then. I have a Bachelor's degree in Child Development and an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education. I have been working with children the past 29 years in different environments. Mostly children infants to 3 years old and also preschool age...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Plano, IL

April L C.

5.0

April is a very caring, trusting, knowledgeable person that watched my daughter for many years. I was a very protective mother of a severely handicapped child who needed total care ( g tube feedings, frequent suctioning, non verbal, diapered) and had a seizure disorder. I totally trusted my child in...

- Carole G.

Julie S.

5.0

Julie is amazing with both of my children but especially wonderful with my son with Autism. He just loves her, we all do! She is very patient with him and one of the kindest people I have ever met! We are very lucky to have Julie as a part of our lives!!

- Rhonda H.

Jill G.

5.0

Jill has provided outstanding care for my adult special-needs daughter for 7 years and has become one of my daughter's best friends. She's taken my daughter on shopping trips, to restaurants and even the Caribbean for a cruise. We trust her completely and highly recommend her!

- Kevin F.

Muriel C.

5.0

I highly recommend Muriel for watching children, including those with special needs. Muriel has been kind, patient, and understanding while caring for my two boys, one of whom has special needs. She has shown attentiveness in ensuring the safety and well-being of my children, and demonstrates a...

- Jeff H.

Tina B.

5.0

Tina is sweet and reliable. She is great with my son, and I still hire her when she's home! I wish she didn't have to go away to school. She's very inclusive and communicative

- Regina R.

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