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Gloria M.

North Aurora, IL

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I currently work with special needs teens and adults. I've also worked as a CNA with elderly people in the past. I'm patient, kind and very understanding. Although I haven't worked with babies and younger kids I would be comfortable doing so.
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Geneva, IL

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Bachelors in Sociology and Psychology. I love to be active, travel and sports! I have experience nannying, working as a juvenile behavior counselor at a juvenile psychiatric facility and working for DCFS. Working with children and teens that have mild to severe behavior and emotional needs, autism and other psychiatric/learning...
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Batavia, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Meghann and I'm a third-year nursing student at MU. I have a strong passion for working with children and creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment for them to grow and learn. My nursing education has given me experience with child development, safety, and health, which I bring into my caregiving. I am CPR...
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Geneva, IL

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$30/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Nurturing a child's development through personalized, attentive care is my true passion. With six years of experience supporting children age 3 months to 11, I find deep fulfillment in making a positive impact on the lives of the families I serve. I am a patient, compassionate, and calm caregiver who believes that consistent...
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Special Needs Child Care Provider

Aurora, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I am a mom of 6 wonderful kids. I have cared for multiple children on the autism spectrum. I also have experience with food allergies, and asthma.
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Experienced Autism And Related Disabilities Babysitter

Geneva, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Experienced in-home caregiving for past 20 years for children ages 0-18 and with people with disabilities of all ages. Have seizure training and worked with children with epilepsy - also CPR and first aid trained. Worked with people on all aspects of the autism spectrum, severely injurious to self and others, including but not...
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Full/Part-Time Caregiver Available

Aurora, IL

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$10/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love working with children! I have been babysitting (paid/unpaid) since I was about 13 years old. I have a very big family so I have experience with kids of many different ages. I am currently a paraprofessional(teacher's aide) at a therapeutic day school. I hope to one day start a non-profit for kids geared mostly towards...
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C.N.A. Caregiver

Batavia, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have been a home-health C. N. A. for most of my life. I exceed my employer's expectations, and am flexible with my hours. I am experienced with a lift and all aspects of client SAFETY are my top priority. I also am happy to come for SHOWER or BATH visits. This is my specialty and I love leaving a client clean and happy! I can...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Aurora, IL

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$15/hr
Craft assistance
Growing up, I was raised around quite a few children whom I helped care for. I tutored children ages 5 and up in a church summer reading program for two years (2013-2014). The past two summers I've volunteered as a camp counselor at Church. At home, I help care for my 3-year-old niece and look after her often. I also used to...
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Geneva, IL

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$20/hr
4 years experience
My name is Emma and I'm 25 years old. I've been babysitting since the age of 15. However I started working with children on the spectrum in January of 2021. I am a registered behavioral technician. I've worked with ages ranging from 2-17. I've worked one on one with my clients as well as in group settings. I've facilitated...
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Sabina A

Aurora, IL

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$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am a very understanding and compassionate person who spoils my clients. I have raised a son with ADHD and epilepsy. I currently have a client who has OCD, high anxiety, and undiagnosed ADHD. I am helping her develop life skills with aging parents. I am a professional chef, and I am able to handle meal preparation along with...
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Part Time Caregiver

Aurora, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
hello my name is alma I have 1 year of experience with a disable young woman she had a stroke and she was bound in a wheelchair with her left side paralyzed. I use to do personal hygiene change diapers and feed her.
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Aurora, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with youth across a wide range of special needs. In the past I ve been a day camp instructor in the summer with students from Kindergarden-high school aged. Currently I work as a paraprofessional at a special needs day school. The school works with students who have maladaptive behaviors that are not allowing them...
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Sugar Grove, IL

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$23/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I'm Ally and I have a bachelor's degree in Special Education from Illinois State University and am a licensed teacher! Two years ago I taught in CPS as a special education teacher at an elementary school (1st-3rd grade teacher)! Last year, I moved to Japan and taught English to students from 2 to 16 years old! Prior to my...
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Aurora, IL

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$38/hr
1 year experience
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as attentive, smiley, and dependable. I like working with kids because of their curiosity. I started working with kids when I was in high school. I was a helper with special needs kids and I enjoyed getting to know all of their personalities. In my spare time, I enjoy being with my family....
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Nanny

South Elgin, IL

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
I raised my own children, my son (33) and my daughter (23). Over the past 20 years, I have served as a toddler teacher, and home-daycare provider, and served 4 different families as a nanny for the last decade. I also have experience working with people with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy working with...

Care Member says "We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are home from...

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Extremely Organized And Reliable. Loving And Consistent. Dependable And Fun.

Plainfield, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am extremely reliable and dependable. I can manage a household of many schedules, care for children and pets, and keep a clean and organized home. I offer many references who can verify my reliability, attention to detail, and efficient use of time while providing a loving and fun atmosphere with special outings for children....

Michael L. says "Kristen is an excellent sitter. Professional, education background and works well with my daughter who has behavior focused challenges. Highly...

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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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Special Needs Caregiver

Wheaton, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have had a good amount of experience with special needs from young to old. I have been working through Care for sometime now and love the families I work for. I am very positive and upbeat, very patient and kind, and do everything I can to make my client feel loved and comfortable and happy.

Elle A. says "Clem is the best caregiver I have ever had. She helps me by making great suggestions on how to make my life simpler and easy for me! She is very...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $17.00/hr as of August 2026

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Elburn, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in Elburn, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 16 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Candace W.

We love Ms. Cadence! She has taken care of our youngest since he was 5 months as well as helping out with our two older sons when they are...

- Care member

Kristen K.

Kristen is an excellent sitter. Professional, education background and works well with my daughter who has behavior focused challenges....

- Michael L.

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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