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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Crete, IL

The average rate is $16/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Crete, IL

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Rebecca S.


Cedar Lake, IN

$12-35/hr10 yrs exp

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I have been taking care of people for the last 15 years. I started with autistic child and have gone all the way to end of life care. I am familiar with all types of people and fully enjoy taking care of people that need my assistance. I am patient and hands on. I can help with anything. I love taking care a child who needs...
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Shamari A.


Matteson, IL

$18-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Mari Nice To Meet You! My Availability Is Saturdays Only Until Further Notice.

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Hello my name is Mari I have plenty of experience in Child care services. Especially working with children with special needs. I work as a special education paraprofessional and training to become a registered behavior technician. I'm also CPR and AED certified. I'd describe my personality as Kind, Charismatic, and...
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Miranda C.


Homewood, IL

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

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I have experience watching and talking care of children as young as 2 years old. I am able to help with other tasks around the house as well (washing dishes, clothes, folding laundry, cooking etc). I have experience in dropping off and picking up the kids from school. I have experience taking care of children with special needs.
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Kayla M.


Dyer, IN

$11-17/hr3 yrs exp

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I am the oldest sibling of 5, which left me with much nanny experience. I am a student that is completing Bachelor's of Science degree in Health Sciences. My final classes are online so studying and doing homework will not be an interference. In the future, I hope to attend graduate school to be a Physician's Assistant. I have...
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Kaelyn G.


Steger, IL

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

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Hi ! I have my license to work in schools as a teachers assistant. I currently am in college and each semester is different for me, resulting in me trying to work outside of schools. I have 5+ years working with children who have special needs. 5+ years babysitting. 5+ years dog, cat, horse, and house sitting !
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Juanita C.


Chicago Heights, IL

$14-50/hr10 yrs exp

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Dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals with special needs through compassion, understanding, and meaningful connections. Advocate for inclusivity and empowerment.
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Chandler C.


Olympia Fields, IL

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Student

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From a very early age I've known that childcare was going to be the direction in which I wanted to go with my career by eventually becoming a Pediatric Neontal Nurse Practitioner. In high school, I participated in countless organizations in which we were sent out to spend time with regularly developing children as well as...
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Kesheva P.


Chicago Heights, IL

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

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I am a registered behavioral Therapist I have been working with children diagnosed with Autism and other mental and behavioral disabilities. I love working with all children of all levels of cognition. Working with a population as such requires additional education and training which I am qualified for.
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Jackie S.


Beecher, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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Hello. I am Jackie and I have been a special needs caregiver for 23 years. I have been long term with a set of Rett syndrome twins, and my niece is middle spectrum autistic. I have worked with traumatic brain injury and a stroke in the womb that left her with seizures and no speech. I work with non-verbal, non-ambulatory, and...
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Lauren G.


Saint John, IN

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Looking To Babysit A Few Days Of The Week Over The Summer.

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Hi! My name is Lauren. I just finished up my first year at Saint Mary's College in Notre Dame Indiana. I am a intended nursing major. I am in Best Buddies with is an organization with people of all ages with special needs. This year my buddy I got paired with had down syndrome and we bonded so well. I attended Lake Central High...
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Sydney H.


Saint John, IN

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

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Hello! My name is Sydney and I am 19 years old. I have been a babysitter for years upon years now. I started when I was 14 watching younger cousins, then started transferring to new families! I have worked with children of all ages and even children with special needs! I am a busy-free person and always willing to help. I can...
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Jackie S.


Beecher, IL

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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I Am a Christian lady, I go to church regularly, I am dependable, honest, and on time. I have excellent references to give you. I'm not so much of a sit down companion, I need to be up and do little jobs but I most certainly will take excellent care of your senior parent, aunt, friend, etc... I was caring for a senior lady who...
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Heidi K.


Matteson, IL

$15-25/hr

Elderly Caregiver

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Previous experienced elderly caregiver. Housekeeping, cooking, medications, took care elderly woman who passed away age 87. Also several years caregiver to eldery male who had cancer and passed away. Companionship also experienced with pets. Used to be medical tech. 30 years ago.
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Joanie D.


Cedar Lake, IN

$14-19/hr4 yrs exp

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I am very well educated in what I do I was a LPN and I did not renew my license but I am very well of a lot of medical issues that arise and I can answer plenty of questions for that I'm good at what I do I have excellent references and I enjoy being with teenagers all the way up to senior citizens

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I'd describe my personality as logical, enthusiastic, and loyal. I like working with people because they provide me with a different perspective in everyday situations that I might otherwise find difficult or bland. I'm looking for a job to gain experience. I have nothing but time, so I would like to help my community by...
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Juanita B.


Chicago Heights, IL

$15-30/hr4 yrs exp

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I've enjoyed working with kids for years now! I've been regularly babysitting for my cousins kids since I was 15 and have had the privilege of being a teacher in the special needs department at my church. I consider myself to loving, patient & caring with kids, which gets me to have a good sister like bond with kids. I...
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Willa H.


Thornton, IL

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Substitute Teacher

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I am a retired LPN and certified in CPR. I recently became a licensed substitute teacher in pre-school - 12th grade. I have worked with mentally and physically challenged children for five years. As an LPN, I have worked w children as a home health care nurse.

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I have 12 years of babysitting experience with children with special needs. One is developmentaly delayed due to seizures. I have worked with Deaf children as well. I have also babysat a child with celiac and another with asthma.
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Tashea R.


Lansing, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver Available

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As a special needs caregiver, I work with children with special needs and their families to provide care in the home. Working as an extra set of hands for their parents, your duties are to work with a treatment plan for the child that outlines the help they require, including socialization, bathing, dressing, feeding, and...
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Kamy O.


Lansing, IL

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

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I have around 3 years of experience in the child care setting! I currently work as a paraprofessional working with special needs children. I am only looking for something seasonal, as I will resume work in the fall. I speak spanish & have a valid drivers license. I enjoy watching movies, taking walks, chill days, running...

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