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Catherine S.

DeKalb, IL

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
1 year experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
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...

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Part- Or Full-time Caregiver Available

DeKalb, IL

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I did respite care for a boy with ASD and have experience working with children with severe disabilities.
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Nanny

DeKalb, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience
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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DeKalb, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
I've been a CNA for 10 years working with many individuals with mental health conditions and other health conditions. I'm patient and a quick learner to understand and help with ADL's.
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Part-time Caregiver (with Special Needs Experience) Available - Child Development PhD. Student

DeKalb, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
**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...
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DeKalb, IL

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$17/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'm Elaine, a positive and happy person. I have experience with special needs children. I raised a child with anxiety, ADHD, OCD and depression. He turned out to be a Marine. I have also watched 5 children at once. If there is anything else you want to know, send me a message.
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DeKalb, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello I'm McKenzie Nevaeh 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 and also have babysat! I have my own car and am very open with my availability! I use basic swing laugage with children who can't yet talk...
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DeKalb, IL

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Hello! Just moved to dekalb pursuing my bachelors degree in Early Education. I just graduated from Cincinnati State College with my associates degree in Early Education. I have experience with children of all ages up to 12. I have worked in before and aftercare programs, early education childcare centers, and summer camps for...
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My name is Lanetta , I go by Lala. I have a little over 7 years of babysitting/nanny experience. I've worked with children of all ages and all abilities and disabilities. I am loving, patient, kind, and have a passion for caring for children. I am currently an elementary education major at Northern Illinois University! As for...
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Sycamore, IL

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$21/hr
7 years experience
Hi! I've been caring for children for about 18 years now. I professionally nannied for 6 years. I'd love to meet and help your family with whatever care you need!
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Helping Our Unique Friends

Sycamore, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
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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Experienced Child Care/Mother's Helper

Sycamore, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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...
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Seasoned Nanny With 25 Years Of Experience.

Sycamore, IL

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have worked with children of all ages for more than half of my life including children with special needs. For over 25 years I have been a full-time nanny. Previously, I worked as an assistant director of an after-school park district program, and lead toddler room day care teacher. Over the last 25 years I have immensely...
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Sycamore, IL

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$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
For the past 5 years I've been caring for children aged 0-12, and there has been no greater joy than helping them grown and develop into their own person. I have a passion for childcare and supporting families as well as providing reliable childcare options. I am patient, calm, friendly and creative and I believe in building...
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Mom of An Adorable Duo Looking To Care for Yours Too

Clare, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a fun, energetic and a compassionate mother with 21 years as a Mom. I have raised my 2 children alone. One special needs boy 21 and a girl 18 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...

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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...

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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
Companionship
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
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...

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Rochelle, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
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."

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Plano, IL

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$20/hr
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
7 years of caregiving experience! I specialize in work with special needs but my skills can be used on ages across the board :)
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Fun And Adventurous Babysitter!

Rochelle, IL

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$18/hr
Companionship
mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Madison and I am 23 years old and a mom of a 2-year-old girl and a 5-month-old baby girl. I am more than willing to come to your house with the exception that my daughters would have to come with me due to the fact I do not have anyone to watch them. Other than babysitting for family and neighbors since I was 13,...
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  • 48 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $15.44/hr as of June 2025

  • 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 1 reviews of the 48 listed special needs caregivers

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.

Tiffany S.

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...

- Laura B.

Sherry D.

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...

- Rhonda H.

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