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Laura W.

Job Coach/Life Skills

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I have over 10 years experience working as an Aide and Job Coach in a Special Needs environment. I enjoy assisting and teaching kids/adults life skills and job skills. It's very rewarding to see a child/adult feeling empowered when they learn something new. My availability, Monday though Friday would be 4-8 p.m. and...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$10/hr
4+ years as Adaptive Physical Education assistant volunteer 6+ years as a buddy to students in Special Needs /Life Skills Program 1+ years as volunteer in Kids Club 1+ years as a mentor to Special Education choir students 2+ years as one-on-one buddy for Life Skills students
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All Star Care

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have many year's experience and very professional. I love helping others. Great companion and listener.
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
im Alvin 44 years old, live in Crystal Lake, 11years of caregiver. -took care of Alzheimer's for 3 yrs helping bathing, sponge bath, feeding, cleaning. -did take care of quadriplegic for 5 yrs lifting transferring, bathing, cooking, cleaning, driving, change catheter, errands. -also help old man stroke for 1 yr and half...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
I have over 10 years of experience with special needs. autism, adhd, severe anxiety. Im CPR certified and first aid I provide my own transportation.
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$16/hr
Very friendly. I'd love to meet u, I help my grandma as she got older and daily things got harder. I can help with cleaning , food prep, moving , shopping.
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
I currently work as a case manager for adults and children with special needs. I have my bachelor's in social work. I am obtaining my masters in special education with a concentration in Autism. I have worked in a variety of settings: day program, group home, and ICF. I have also worked in a therapeutic autism school. I have...
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Fun Sitter

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have worked with children from different backgrounds, including those with special needs. I am willing to help out where needed and as much as I possibly can.
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there, my name is Mikayla. I provide childcare/housekeeping services. I am fully certified to handle food, and cook fairly well so I can help with meals. I am CPR certified and I also am pursuing a career working with autistic children. I'm very calm and patient and I do work currently but some weeks I work less than others....
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Patient And Loving Care For Your Child

Crystal Lake, IL

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Kids and pets - I love them both! I'm hard-working, kind, fun, compassionate, punctual, and reliable. I've been working with children for the past 8 years - Special needs buddy, assistant to choir students, camp program aide, and routine babysitter. My experience with pets includes years caring for my own dog as well as friends'...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Is anyone looking for part-time reliable care for your little one(s)? You just found it! Have multiple children? No problem! My last position was caring for 4 children. A little about me: -Flexible start date -Can provide transportation -Background check available -Can provide glowing references -Pay rate is...
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Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
I like working with kids because I love to help them learn and grow!!! I started working with kids when I was about 12 years old. I now work as a preschool teacher for 3 years and counting! I have experience with children of all ages, as well as children with special needs. I am pet friendly and willing to work overnights.
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Part Time Caregiver Available

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a positive and fun Nanny. Responsible and very perceptive. I have raised 4 children of my own! Now celebrating the birth of grandchild no 3! Have cared for children with special needs. I also provided care for 2 cancer victims. I raised a niece from newborn til age 6! Provided before and after school care for 6 years. I am...

R L. says "Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily taking our daughter to...

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Woodstock, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello! I have recently jumped back into nannying, although I am often around children as I have 4 of the coolest nieces & nephews so I have plenty experiences with kids despite the hiatus from nannying as my job! In my free time I enjoy concerts, camping, football, finding new food spots, & chill days at home binge watching....

Michael D. says "Thanks to Care.com, we are happy to have a nice babysitter for our son, who will be 3 years old on the 3rd of December. Liz is a caring and experienced...

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Autism Life Coach

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, My name is Jeff. I am a Autism Life Coach. I work with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Communication Disorders, Behavior Disorders, and Learning Disabilities. My experience is extensive beginning as a Substitute Teacher in the public schools, as well worked as a Paraprofessional/Job Coach Coordinator at a non-public...

Dawn C. says "What a great life coach and a huge heart for the special needs community. He worked with my son for a couple of years. No a complaint and taught my son with...

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Compassionate Caregiver

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
A compassionate caregiver (CNA) with a strong history in home health care. My expertise is genuinely caring for the seniors needing assist in everyday living . I am a quick learner, someone who is efficient and can multitask, a person who is reliable and dependable. My background experience consists of 13+ years of elderly care,...

Darleena W. says "Priscilla is very professional and caring. We are so fortunate to have her taking care of our mom. "

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Algonquin, IL

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Dementia
live-in home care
respite care
meal prep
errands
+ 1 more
Making a difference in the lives of adults and seniors is my passion. I'm a friendly and patient caregiver with three years of experience providing respite and live-in care. I assist with daily tasks, including errands, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. I also have experience supporting individuals with dementia and...
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Woodstock, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and thrive. With six years of experience, I have the knowledge and skills to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love to play games, read stories, and help...
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Woodstock, IL

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Errands
respite care
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Katie. I'm an experienced mother of 2 school-age children, with a strong history of experience in childcare, and am familiar with a variety of neurodiversity or special needs. My professional history also includes 15+ years of management, human resources, and customer service. While I have more paid experience...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.46/hr as of February 2026

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Crystal Lake, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in Crystal Lake, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Lori T.

Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily...

- R L.

Elizabeth W.

Thanks to Care.com, we are happy to have a nice babysitter for our son, who will be 3 years old on the 3rd of December. Liz is a caring and...

- Michael D.

Jeffery H.

What a great life coach and a huge heart for the special needs community. He worked with my son for a couple of years. No a complaint and...

- Dawn C.

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