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Kayla R.

Grayslake, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have a younger sister with Down syndrome. I've sat in on many sessions with her and her therapists learning, watching and becoming more involved in her life as the time goes on. in high school and middle school I was a part of the schools "buddy" program doing gym and spending time in the classrooms with the kids in these...
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Child Welfare Attendant

Grayslake, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I worked for 15 years for the Chicago Board of Education with many different children (of all ages) with special needs.
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Grayslake, IL

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$17/hr
I have a degree in special education. I was a special education teacher for 3 years and worked with non-verbal autistic students.
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Grayslake, IL

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have 12 years experience as a pediatric nurse working emergency department, and help with special needs as well.
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Full Time Caregiver!

Grayslake, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
When I was in high school, I had been involved in the Special Needs department for almost 2 and half years! I was involved in a group called Peer Partners and helped the kids in their gym activities. Later on I ended up babysitting one of my favorite kids after school. He is non-verbal and suffers a unique form of down syndrome....
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Grayslake, IL

1.0(0)
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$14/hr
10 years experience
I am a Certified aid in the state of Illinois and have taking care of adults with many disabilities as well as children. I have 14 years experience under supervised nurses and have been properly trained with many different situations and care that are needed to be handled. I hope I can answer more of your questions in a further...
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Helping Hands

Grayslake, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi there, I'm Ursula. I work full-time in education as a Educational Sign Language Interpreter. I'm off in the summers and have availability during the weekends during the school year. I've worked with kids at school with a range of disabilities and also provided home care. Looking for weekend work now and more hours in...
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Grayslake, IL

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello! My name is Monica and if there is one thing that you should know about me it is that I love kids! It all comes very natural to me as I grew up always helping my Mom with my siblings. I have been babysitting since I was 14 years old and have had many years of experience with babysitting various types of families and...
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Grayslake, IL

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, My name is Kayla! My experience ranges from newborns to teenagers. My experience also includes working with special needs children age ranging from newborns to up to 17 years old. I have been a date night, occasional or just a "sanity check" sitter for 5+ years. I work full time so I am only available evenings!
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Vernon Hills, IL

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Cary & I love working with children to create engaging experiences through an environment that fosters safety, creativity, curiosity, & kindsnes. I have incredibly strong communication skills, reliability, punctuality, maturity, a very high emotional intelligence, & an unmatched sense of integrity. Other...

Maianh P. says "- Cary is well loved and greatly appreciated at the Elementary School From my observation at school. She has an incredible rapport with the staff and...

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Meet Me! :)

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
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 am currently attending Grad School to get my Masters in Speech Language Pathology, preferably for children with special needs. I am CPR / First Aid Certified & renewed those certifications this year...

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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Loving Professional Caregiver

Round Lake, IL

5.0(0)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My name is Donyel and I have over 20 years of experience in providing care to persons with special needs of all ages. With training and certifications including but not limited to Home Healthcare, Adult and Child/Infant CPR/First Aid and AED, Crisis Management, Abuse & Neglect, Alzheimer's/Dementia, Hospice care, and Medication...
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Special Needs

Lake Villa, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
4 years experience
I've been working with kids with special needs and disabilities for the last four years through the Penguin Project of McLean County as well as being a student aide in the Rochester school district. This is a special group that utilizes the acting talents of kids with special needs and disabilities with a peer mentor on stage....
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Full/part Time Caregiver

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
1 year experience
I have spent the past year or so working at a facility for the mentally and developmentally disabled, working as a Hab aide.

Alexis A. says "Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across the care she...

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Part-Time /Full-Time Caregiver

Ingleside, IL

4.7(1)
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$25/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
As a childcare provider with 25 years of experience, I've had the privilege of nurturing and educating young minds, shaping their early development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences and a deep desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. My patient, calm, and friendly nature...

Care Member says "Stephanie was our nanny for 3 years. She cared for our now 5 and 3 year old. She was with us full time. She is caring, fun and willing to do extras such...

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Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! I have been babysitting since I was in 6th grade. I have also worked in a daycare (specifically the infant room), worked at a special needs summer camp, and have taken many child education courses at college. I am a self designed major at Carthage, however I have completed 3 years worth of education classes. I love...

Jess P. says "Mia is amazing!! She is great with kids of all ages (mine are 3, 8, 11). She always finds fun activities for each kid. Mia is punctual, responsible, and...

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Homecare And Childcare Expert With Over 20 Years Of Family Services

Round Lake, IL

3.3(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
live-in home care
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am an educated Caregiver and Consultant with availability throughout Illinois, with domestic & international travel flexibility to clients wherever you may reside. With over 20 years of experience with Homecare, Childcare, Expectant Mothers, Hospice, Respite, Rehabbing, Special Needs, and Family support, well-rounded skill...

Care Member says "Donyel was loving and thoughtful with our children. She played with them both actively and creatively. Our children loved her. "

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Compassionate Caregiver

Libertyville, IL

5.0(1)
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$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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Caring Grandmother Type For Part-time Hours

Wadsworth, IL

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I am a Christian woman, wife, mother, Navy Veteran, and semi-retired Dental Hygienist. I am a very caring and engaging caregiver looking for a part time position helping you and your family. I enjoy providing care for children. I have experience working with individuals that have special needs, caring for family members...

Inga M. says "Cassie is fantastic! She's helped with our daughter part-time and has made her days full of laughter and fun! Whether it's playing at the park, being...

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Part-Time Human Trainer And Wrangler ;)

Lake Villa, IL

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello! Thanks for taking time out of your schedule to look at my profile! My name is Lisa and I graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor's of Arts and Science in Theater Design and Production. During my years there, I've learned such skills as sewing, various arts and crafts methods, and managing teams of people....

Anna G. says "My three children (2, 7, 9) all adore Lisa and so do we. At the start of the school year she not only watched our 2 year old but also made sure the old two...

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.56/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 1.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Grayslake, IL are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Cary W.

- Cary is well loved and greatly appreciated at the Elementary School From my observation at school. She has an incredible rapport with the...

- Maianh P.

Morgan M.

Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease...

- Susan O.

Caitlin L.

Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across...

- Alexis A.

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