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Deborah A.

12 Hour Caregiver Available

Woodstock, IL

from
$20/hr
9 years experience
I am an experienced CNA who is loving, kind, dependable and have worked for 3 years. I can cook, clean the house, help with dressing, help with toileting, transferring, range of motion, medication reminder, grocery shopping, help with showering, escort to doctors appointments. I am highly organized, dedicated and with a positive...
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Harvard, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
Hi! I'm Luna, and I have experience working with kids of all ages, from babies to school-age children. I really enjoy creating a safe and comfortable environment where kids can have fun, learn, and be themselves. I've also worked with children with special needs, which has taught me the importance of patience, understanding, and...
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Machesney Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My name is Heidi. I've worked in this field in different settings for over 10yrs. I have experience with individuals with Autism, Asperger's, downs syndrome, and many more. I have excellent references. Which will be provided at interview. I am patient and kind. I have a great sense of humor. I love what I do. Thank u for...
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Ella...

Sycamore, IL

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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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Nanny/Caregiver

Machesney Park, IL

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hello, My name is Tammy. I would like to explain that I Love babies, and children! I also love to take care of elderly people! I have 30 plus years experience! I am a CNA. I also have CPR, First-aid both for babies, children, and Elderly. I used to have my own Day care for years. And also in have experience with special needs...

Purvi K. says "We recently interviewed Tammy for a nanny position and she seems wonderful. She had great communication, was professional, and she had a very calm...

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Experienced And Fun Childcare

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have nearly 2 decades of experience in child care and education. I have worked in daycare, directed children's theatre camps, taught in high behavior environments, and served a middle school administrator. Currently, I work full time for a local non-profit scholarship program, but continue child and pet care in my spare...

Shawna S. says "Aurora was able to adjust her schedule, navigate a new city, and take charge in an unfamiliar household to take care of our two-year old when I was in the...

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Nanny/Caregiver

Machesney Park, IL

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, My name is Tammy. I would like to explain that I Love babies and children! I have 30 plus years experience. I also went to college and have experience with early childhood. I have CPR, and First-aid for babies abd children. I am also a CNA.
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Rockford, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked in therapeutic recreation for a little more than five years and love it. I am patient, creative, and very understanding. Being able to hang out and include those who I have worked with in daily activities/games/ etc. has been amazing. I have worked with both children and adults with autism, down syndrome, cerebral...
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Experienced Child Care/Mother's Helper

Sycamore, IL

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$20/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
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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Rockford, IL

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have been caring for children of all ages for the past 6 years. I am a consistent sitter for several families each summer. I am an active person so I do like to keep the kids active while I watch them. I have also worked with special needs children for the past 3 years. I am able to cook and clean. I can also tutor any aged...
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Seasoned Nanny With 25 Years Of Experience.

Sycamore, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 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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$25/hr
10 years experience
With over 25 years of experience supporting children and adults with developmental disabilities--including Autism and Down syndrome--I bring both deep compassion and proven expertise to providing personalized care and promoting independence. Throughout my career, I have collaborated closely with therapists, educators, and...
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Special needs caregiver

Machesney Park, IL

from
$20/hr
10 years experience
I like people I'm hard worker
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Walworth, WI

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$15/hr
6 years experience
I have cared for people of all ages and backgrounds in various formal and informal settings. I have experience assisting patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia working for the county in a nursing home. From there I worked with kids as a Nursery Coordinator in my church while nannying/babysitting and attending school for Special...
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  • 54 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.50/hr as of January 2026

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

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