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Part-time Caregiver (with Special Needs Experience) Available - Child Development PhD. Student
DeKalb, IL
5.0(1)
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- $15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
**I am currently employed through fall 2019-spring 2020 and cannot take on new clients at this time!**
I am currently in the Ph. D. program at NIU for clinical child psychology, and am looking for a caregiving position over the summer. I have experience caregiving with infants and children. I grew up babysitting younger...
Anton P. says "Leanna has been babysitting my two children for the past three years. She's great! She gets them involved in activities every time she comes over. They...
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a recent college graduate from NIU. I have experience caring for children of different ages. I have worked with a wide array of children from newborns to 13-year-olds. I have experience working with children who have special needs/disabilities. I majored in Art and English receiving two bachelors degrees. If you...
Jade M. says "Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and great at calming...
I am currently a Residential Director at a non-profit Organization that service adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. I have spent the last 7 years as a caregiver for adults with disabilities. I am CPR and First Aid trained. I Provide them with the proper medical attention and make life possible for them.
I did respite care for a boy with ASD and have experience working with children with severe disabilities.
Hi! My name is Abbey, I'm 19, and I'm from Chicago! However, now I call Columbia home since I'm studying Psychology! I'm also working on minors in both Spanish and Human Development/Family Science. In my life, I've had TONS of experience babysitting, pet sitting, and house sitting. Back at home I worked for families with...
Hi, my name is Beth! I am looking for a summer nanny position from June to August of 2015 and am open for occasional date nights as well. I started babysitting when I was 12 for the kids in my neighborhood. In high school I worked in a camp ground during the summer doing activities with kids. After high school, I nannied for a...
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- $16/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Sarah!
I am from a big family so babysitting started with my siblings.
I have been with NIU for almost 10 years, l oversee facilities & operations management.
I have experience with children of all ages, from infants to school-aged kids.
l am comfortable with routine tasks like meal
preparation, playtime, homework &...
part time college student, going to school
to be kindergarten teacher & im looking for a little one to watch, im flexible with pretty much everything! i've worked with special needs kids also so that's a bonus ! looking to renew my CPR certification ASAP! Have reliable transportation! I started working with kids when I was 12....
Meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
With a warm heart and expert hands, I bring over 8 years of dedicated teaching experience to the table, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Child Development and Family Studies. My journey has been enriched by over 12 years of nurturing as a babysitter and nanny, where I've honed my ability to create a safe and engaging...
Light cleaning
Hello I'm McKenzie but I go by Nevaeh! I graduated as well as earned 1
Of my Ece credentials! I love working with kids and watching them grow. I have been a preschool assistant teacher for a year and I babysit! I have my own car and am very open with my availability! I use basic sign laugage with children who can't yet talk to...
I am a certified teacher and am licensed to have children with special needs in my classroom. My step-brother is autistic, so are his friends that come over. I have had experience with a variety of disabilities, from EBD, Downs Syndrome, Autism, cerebral Palsy, and more. I do believe that every child is different and cannot be...
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- $15/hr
Hello, my name is Ella.. and I am 18 years old. I am the oldest daughter of 8 siblings. I have a helpful mindset. I am very willing to do what is needed. Being around young kids often, I am very patient and love finding fun things to do.
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- $20/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I am a 51-year-old female available to care for your children. Children are one of the greatest joys in life! I have experience watching children ages 1 months to 12 years, as well as those with special needs. We love to play games, go on outings, watch movies, read books and do crafts. I have experience in child care, household...
Happiness For Me Is Defined By Serving Others And Making A Contribution In This World .
Elburn, IL
5.0(1)
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- $25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Live-in home care
companionship
hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
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Hello I am looking for the opportunity to serve your loved one and family with the most dignity and respect and kindness one has to offer. I have my associates in science towards nursing . I also have extensive background serving special needs , elderly , and home bound. I enjoy this work. I do believe this is my calling . I...
Care Member says "She was a 24/7 caregiver for my husband on hospice. She was devoted to his care, turning him, tending his meds, taking vitals and she helped me with...
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...
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a fun, energetic and a compassionate mother with 22 years as a Mom. I have raised my 2 children alone. One special needs boy 22 and a girl 19 years old. My children are my life, and I have very lovely memories of them being little. I live for those days and feel that my calling is being a mother. My job as a mother is not...
Laura B. says "Tiffany is wonderful with children and she knows her job very well. Will stay late if you need her to and will go that extra mile. I would hire her again...
Since 2016., I have been a caregiver for a C6 female incomplete Quadriplegic, ROM exercises, bowel program, bathing and dressing. Light housework. All transfers in and out of the wheelchair done with a slide board. My daughter was born with a Grade II IVH, acquired Hydrocephalic and is mildly delayed. I had my Mother live in my...
Stuart W. says "Absolutely excellent caregiver. Good communicator, punctual and efficient, personable and thoughtful. We will always look to Paula for any future needs."
I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Assistive Technology/AAC. Feeding and tube feeding. I was with the last girl I cared for for 16 years she passed away in February which broke my heart but I'm now ready to care for someone else!!
Carole G. says "April is a very caring, trusting, knowledgeable person that watched my daughter for many years. I was a very protective mother of a severely handicapped...
8 years experience in Early Childhood with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADD/ADHD, cognitive impairment, disabilities
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- $20/hr
10 years experience
I have had many rewarding clients and they all have touched my life in a special way. I love what I do.
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36 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $16.10/hr as of February 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in DeKalb, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in DeKalb, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 36 listed special needs caregivers
Leanna R.
Leanna has been babysitting my two children for the past three years. She's great! She gets them involved in activities every time she comes...
- Anton P.
Catherine S.
Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and...
- Jade M.
Susan E.
She was a 24/7 caregiver for my husband on hospice. She was devoted to his care, turning him, tending his meds, taking vitals and she helped...
- Care member
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