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Norma M.

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have cared for children with autism and Down syndrome, ADD/HD. I worked at School District 95 Special Education Department.

Barbara Z. says "Norma is knowledgeable, compassionate, reliable and was right there to support our family when we needed help. I felt confident to leave my two boys, one...

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All Star Care

Crystal Lake, IL

from
$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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$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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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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$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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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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$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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$10/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Patient And Loving Care For Your Child

Crystal Lake, IL

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Fun Sitter

Crystal Lake, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
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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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
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
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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)
from
$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
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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Meet Me! :)

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! I would be so excited to be a part of the family! My passion in life is helping and caring for others, especially children! I have a Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology. I am CPR / First Aid Certified & renewed those certifications this year (Nov 2023). I have experience with children with special needs & I have been...

Susan O. says "Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease and never...

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Compassionate Caregiver

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 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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Woodstock, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
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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Algonquin, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, and caring. I like working with kids because they make me happy - I like to inspire children. I'm looking for a job that has a stable schedule and good hours I started working with kids when I was 12, I have two twin brothers with special needs who will be 10 this year!...
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.85/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Crystal Lake, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Norma M.

Norma is knowledgeable, compassionate, reliable and was right there to support our family when we needed help. I felt confident to leave my...

- Barbara Z.

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.

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