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I have many years of experience and training working with children who have had various special needs, as well as other emotional and behavioral issues. I spent many years as a mentor and respite care provider for children who may have been abused, neglected, or going through other emotional needs and struggles.
Amy W. says "My children were in a program Matt worked at. He is amazing with the kids and my kids love him. Can't wait to hire him personally as I can't leave my son...
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Hi, My name is Alainna but I go by my middle name Nicole. I am 40 years old. I have been a full time nanny for 5 years. I have over 20 years childcare experience. I am CPR, First Aid certified. I can cook meals and snacks for the children. I also help with light housekeeping(child related tasks) laundry, toy organization and...
Kate T. says "Nicole is a great care-taker! She took care of my son for 2 1/2 weeks during a rather stressful cross-country move. She took him on a few fun adventures to...
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10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
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Hi my name is Matt and I'm a very fun, active, positive male role model with over 20 years of experience in childcare with children of all ages and abilities. Fully background checked, CPR and First Aid certified. Illinois certified childcare professional. Over the years I've worked for various summer day camps, schools,...
Rachel M. says "My 2 boys have been through a lot and Matt has been amazing for them he is definitely a blessing in our family's life"
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I am looking to help you and your family. I have a love for children with special needs. I am currently teaching a self contained special education class on the east side of Indy, but would love to expand my heart to you as well!
I have worked with an M. S. client since 2014 & am currently helping with another MS client as well, I have my own Homecare business which I started in 2008.
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I have been caring for seniors and special-needs clients and residents for over 25 to almost 30 years now to me this job is not just its a passion just like a calling from God I love what I work with Alzheimer's and dementia patients on daily basis because do I work in the field as well I certified CNA I have other...
Hello I've been an experienced caregiver for 18yrs and I've worked in every capacity with every age group! I'm CPR/bls certified as well.
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I have over 20 years of experience working with infants and children including raising 3 of my own, one of whom is special needs. I am a certified Waldorf teacher with direct Montessori experience as well who believes in play based learning and a high level of creative expression. Children learn best through doing and I love to...
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I have over 8 years of experience working in childcare. I originally started by volunteering at a church nursery when I was eight, and have been working in childcare ever since. Currently I am located in Illinois, but plan on relocating after the school year. I am currently the Coordinator for an after school program through the...
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Hi! My name is Ashley and I have been working with children in multiple capacities for the last five years. I taught one-on-one swim lessons for children of all ages, and I am CPR and first-aid certified. I have also cared for my cousins on numerous occasions, and I have experience working with children and adults with special...
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meal prep
I am 22 years old! I have around 3 years of experience working with a variety of ages from infants to pre-teen. I have worked in 2 daycares one as an assistant teacher and the other as the lead teacher. I worked in the toddlers room (ages 1 1/2-2) as well as the twos room (ages 2-3). I have also worked at a special needs...
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4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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My experience has been with special needs children with an emphasis with children with autism. I have also been a home care provider for the elderly. I am able to do a plethora of things, from babysitting newborns, cooking, assisting with homework, and helping plan different academic and social events for children and the...
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5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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light cleaning
I started working with children during high school when I volunteered with children with special needs. I then went on to work in the Christ Church of Oak Brook Daycare as well as nannying for a wonderful family for a year, as well as short-term babysitting for multiple families. Over these 5 years working with kids ages 3...
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have several years of experience babysitting children of all ages. Most recently I began teaching horseback riding lessons to kids with special needs. I have my CNA and have been currently working with that. Along with having my CNA I also have my CPR certification.
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Maia and I am interested in helping your family out! I am currently a senior at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and am majoring in Psychology with a minor in Spanish. I have taken a variety of child development and developmental psychology courses, and I have received the Seal of Biliteracy,...
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light cleaning
I have worked with children young and old with and even with special needs, I love what I do because it's a blessing to do this job
I have worked as a personal assistant for people who have cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy. I enjoy caring for people and making people happy.
Hello! To begin, I started working with kids when I was 10 years old babysitting cousins and siblings. I have worked at 2 daycares in Champaign, and I have a lot of experience working with special needs children and adults. I have most recently worked with a baby that was 18 mos. when I began and is now nearing 2 years! My...
Jessica R. says "We hired Deja to care for our 5-year-old daughter for several full days when school was not in session. Deja is very kind and professional. She found...
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Hello! My name is Kristen! I'm 18 and just graduating from crystal lake south! I have a bunch of childcare experience from taking child development classes and preschool lab at my school. Some other fun facts:
>I have my license and a car
>GREAT with animals (I have a bunch)
>Meal prep as needed
> Tons of fun!!!!!!!
>I've taken...
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My name is Mark, and I am currently a 27-year-old school social worker from Urbana, IL. I have three years of school social work experience in Rantoul, IL. I have worked with kids in a variety of environments (schools, camps, etc) and have experience with students who have special needs. I am a caring, hardworking individual...
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31 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $18.06/hr as of July 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.6
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Champaign, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Champaign, IL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 31 listed special needs caregivers
Matt L.
My children were in a program Matt worked at. He is amazing with the kids and my kids love him. Can't wait to hire him personally as I can't...
- Amy W.
Alainna J.
Nicole is a great care-taker! She took care of my son for 2 1/2 weeks during a rather stressful cross-country move. She took him on a few...
- Kate T.
Matt L.
My 2 boys have been through a lot and Matt has been amazing for them he is definitely a blessing in our family's life
- Rachel M.
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