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Devyn M.

Belvidere, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
My name is Devyn . I just graduated from Boylan High school! I have a lot of experience with children, and I love working with them! I have been working at Gigi's Playhouse for 6 years now, so I am qualified and comfortable watching children with special needs! I am very responsive to parents instructions. I'm a very positive...
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Belvidere, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
Caring for children is more than just a job for me. My older brother has special needs, and I've spent years helping care for him. This experience has instilled in me immense patience and a calm demeanor. I have three years of experience caring for children between the ages of 6 and 11, and I'm comfortable looking after up to...
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Garden Prairie, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm Tatiana, and I've been working with kids for 3 years now. I started as a para at a school for students with autism in the kindergarten room and loved it. I work with students ages 5-8, including some with special needs. In my spare time, I go to the gym and help raise my 8-year-old niece. I love open...

Care Member says "Tatiana did amazing with our daughter she loved her. She uses her own log to write down what they did and anything my daughter ate. She brought sheets...

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Looking For Nanny/Mother's Helper Jobs!

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
As a big sister of two little brothers, and a member of a large extended family (with lots of little cousins!), my love for kids has only grown over the years. Kids are my passion, and I always feel comfortable around them. I love to play, teach, and create with children, as I've always been a very creative and driven person...

Sarena M. says "Miranda is a super-sweet, down to earth, value-minded person and fun to boot! She is always on time (usually a few minutes early) and always happy to...

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Compassionate, Great Communicator And Hard Working.

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
transportation
I have a medical assistant background and I have done in home care and facility care for elderly and special needs. I can assist with daily functions of hygiene, feeding, mobility, companionship, as well as providing security, patience and compassion. I can help with maintaining your loved one's schedules and appointments.

Care Member says "Kimberly did a great job taking care of our step father and father. She was very caring and receptive to their needs!!! "

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Rockford, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi l'm Cam! To tell you a little about myself, l'm currently a sophomore in college studying Education, so working with kids is something I'm really passionate about. I have experience with kids and enjoy doing things like games, crafts, outdoor activities, and helping with homework if needed. I'm also CPR and First Aid...
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Garden Prairie, IL

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$21/hr
4 years experience
As an experienced special education assistant, I've spent years supporting children of all abilities--including students with autism, learning differences, and behavioral needs--by building confidence, understanding their unique strengths, and helping them grow in a caring, consistent, and patient environment. Thanks for reading...
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I Love All Kids

Rockford, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have experience taking care of kids in my life as a young adult. I also have experience taking care of kids with special needs. ASD, ADD, ADHD, AND ODD.
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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am compassionate and willing to help in all areas of your needs . I have experience in : transferring, feeding and bathing . I am reliable and I am very patient .
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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Leah. I am a 27-year-old woman. Professionally, I worked at a High School for 3 years in the Special Education Department. In the 3 years, I worked with kids of many different backgrounds and needs. I have always had a giving personality and love to help people. I know it takes a cheerful and encouraging...
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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Worked in a nursing home rehab center for 12 years took care of a wide range of patients with all types of disorders am considerate and patient enjoy helping people
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Rockford, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked in therapeutic recreation for a little more than five years and love it. I am patient, creative, and very understanding. Being able to hang out and include those who I have worked with in daily activities/games/ etc. has been amazing. I have worked with both children and adults with autism, down syndrome, cerebral...
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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Care taker that is capable of meeting all needs. I've nannied for many special needs babies and children before.
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Jodi M.'s Photo

Rockford, IL

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$25/hr
6 years experience
While I was in high school I was fortunate enough to work developed mentally adults. I was responsible for their ADL and goals. The most rewarding job out there.
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Special Educator

Rockford, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am happy you are considering me. I am a credentialed special educator, working mainly with autistic teenagers and young adults, and providing guidance, support and safe environments. Please let me know how I can be of service.
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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
My name is Kulakarn, an experienced, and caring nanny. I'm 26 years old. I'm looking for a part-time nanny position with healthy kids and kids with special needs. My Experience: • I helped raise my cousin's twins boy aged 5 months old. • I helped raise my nephew of brother-in-law aged 3 years old • I was one of the teaching...
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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
My name is Kulakarn, an experienced, and caring nanny. I'm 26 years old. I'm looking for a part-time nanny position with healthy kids and kids with special needs. My Experience: • I helped raise my cousin's twins boy aged 5 months old. • I helped raise my nephew of brother-in-law aged 3 years old • I was one of the teaching...
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Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I've been with Care. Com three years. In that time, I've cared for several babies and children part time, as a fill-in, occasional or date night sitting. My background includes childcare, both personally and professionally, for years. I am told I am like another grandma for the children I care for. Caring for children is...

Care Member says "Lynn has been with my family sense August and has been a huge part of my 2 and 4 year olds growth. She has nurtured and cared for them as if they were...

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Marengo, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a passion. For the past three years, I've dedicated myself to providing enriching care for children aged 0-11, with a special focus on toddlers. I find immense joy in fostering their development through creative activities, educational games, and active play, including...

Joel C. says "Alexandria was great with my kids, they love her so much, I would definitely hire her again. She is very professional, she has a fire science degree, and...

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Warm And Patient Childcare Provider Available For Full-time Or Part-time/occassional Care

Hampshire, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Worked 4 day weeks as a Nanny for 5 years with child diagnosed within Autism Spectrum with some developmental delays. Child was 2 1/2 - 7 1/2 years old during this period. Also cared for younger sibling who was 2 years younger and required standard care. Continued occasional date night care through now, children are now 13 and...

Rhonda H. says "Sherry has been amazing with our family. She I'd the only person outside of immediate family that we've allowed to watch our ASD child! She is wonderful...

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  • 58 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $15.00/hr as of August 2026

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Tatiana M.

Tatiana did amazing with our daughter she loved her. She uses her own log to write down what they did and anything my daughter ate. She...

- Care member

Miranda L.

Miranda is a super-sweet, down to earth, value-minded person and fun to boot! She is always on time (usually a few minutes early) and...

- Sarena M.

Kimberly W.

Kimberly did a great job taking care of our step father and father. She was very caring and receptive to their needs!!!

- Care member

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