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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Ingleside, IL

The average rate is $25/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Ingleside, IL

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Amy G.


Ingleside, IL

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter And Childcare Provider

4.9

(15)

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Hi-I'm Amy! I have 22 years of experience; I fell in love for babysitting at a young age. I began caring for family, friends, neighbors and through referrals. I have extensive experience from newborn to 16 years old, caring for multiples (twins, triplets) and special needs care. In high school, I worked as a childcare supervisor...
5.0
"Amy has been a wonderful source of loving, reliable childcare when needed throughout the past few years. Would gladly recommend! "

Reviewed by Ashley C.

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Stephanie K.


Ingleside, IL

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time /Full-Time Caregiver

4.7

(3)

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I have worked in childcare since 1999. In those years I have worked at daycare centers and cared for ages 6 weeks to 12 years old and special needs. From 2005 to 2012 I was a preschool teacher and enjoyed every minute of it. I have also had nanny positions which was also a very enjoyable experience. During that time I cared for...
5.0
"Stephanie is a wonderful babysitter and our girls love her."

Reviewed by Jami H.

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Leni K.


Ingleside, IL

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I have been caring and providing care for individuals with special needs for over 20 years. My experiences and skills are with patients with ADHD, ADD, Celebral Palsy, mental illness FD. I'm responsible, patient, dependable and committed to helping them to enjoy and live their lives to the fullest of their ability.
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Dawn C.


McHenry, IL

$20-24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother And Nanny

3.6

(5)

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I am the mother of a 19 yr old son, a 26-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 6-year-old boy. I have over 15 years babysitting and Nanny experience with all ages as well as special needs care. I find joy in helping children learn and grow. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, going to parks and taking nature walks. I am...
5.0
"In order to understand Dawn, I have to tell you the environment. My son, M, was born was severe chronic respiratory disease and epilepsy. M was mentally 1 month old and confined to a wheelchair, ventilator...

Reviewed by Mike A.

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Lisa H.


Lake Villa, IL

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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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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Valerie R.


Spring Grove, IL

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

4.8

(6)

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I am a mom of 2 grown sons and a young, energetic grandmother of 7, ranging from 2 years to 15 years old. I have many years of experience caring for babies, toddlers, and adolescents. I have experience tutoring 6, 7, and 8th graders with IEP's. I also have extensive skills required for special needs and can perform various...
5.0
"Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came through 100% and the kids love her. She stepped in and took grandma's place...

Reviewed by Alyce L.

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Lisa H.


Lake Villa, IL

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Human Trainer And Wrangler ;)

5.0

(3)

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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....
5.0
"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 were logged in for classes remotely and she helped...

Reviewed by Anna G.

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Karen R.


McHenry, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Honest, Personable, Responsible, Compassionate And Dedicated Caregiver /Nanny For Six Families

4.6

(21)

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My first experience as a childcare provider is when I was a young teenager. Later, I worked with special needs children as a bus driver and teaching assistant for eight years. I have worked with families who had infants, preschool and school-aged children as a nanny since 2011. I fully enjoy being a nanny and I am in excellent...
5.0
"Karen is very nice and has a vast range of experience in a variety of areas. She babysat our 2 1/2 year old boy for a week during the day when we were in the Lake Geneva area. She was very good at taking our...

Reviewed by Ian G.

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Sophia D.


McHenry, IL

$10-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(10)

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Hello! I am interested in your care job!! I have 14 years experience taking care of children of all ages. Also special needs kids. I am CPR certified and I have taken college courses on early child development and early learning. I am very out going and have alot of energy. I love being outside, teaching, and exercising. I'm...
5.0
"Sophia has been phenomenal; she has been taken care of my 2-yo daughter for about a year. Reliability & Flexibility I work in the City and my schedule is dependent on a lot (train schedules, meetings, work...

Reviewed by Care member

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Morgan M.


Wauconda, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Meet Me! :)

5.0

(1)

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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 Graduate School to review my Masters in Speech Language Pathology, preferably for children with special needs. I am CPR / First Aid Certified and renewed those certifications...
5.0
"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 anxious about being left with someone new. It was a...

Reviewed by Susan O.

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Marybeth S.


Round Lake, IL

$35/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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I'm a registered nurse from the Philippines, I have worked as a private caregiver for almost 9 years in the Chicago area. I am very committed, dedicated, and passionate. I take my task and responsibility very seriously, I create a system and take the initiative to improve care and comfort. I make sure I add value and quality of...
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Nicole P.


Island Lake, IL

$20-28/hr10 yrs exp

Been Working With Children Of All Ages For More Then Ten Years

4.5

(11)

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I started babysitting when I was 10. I have taken care of children of all ages newborn-teenage. I have worked as a babysitter but mostly as a full time nanny/ house manager. I have experience with multiples as well as special needs. I am also CPR/first-aid certified. I do not have children of my own but do have a niece and a...
5.0
"Nicole was phenomenal with my son. It is quite difficult to find a babysitter/nanny with such patients, understanding, and kindness. My child is Autistic, and nonverbal. He connected with her rather quickly....

Reviewed by Care member

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Rhonda L.


McHenry, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Special Needs

5.0

(1)

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Hi my name is Rhonda. I am CNA Certified and also have my certificate in dialysis. I have been doing home healthcare for the past 8 years. I recently cared for a gentlemen that's wheelchair bound and has heart, renal and diabetes. I transfer him from bed to wheelchair, to bathing, to dressing, prepare and serve meals, check...
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Colleen M.


Mundelein, IL

$20-37/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available In Libertyville & (Powers Lake/Twin Lakes, WI During Summer)

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I have extensive background in senior care, long-term care, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation, special needs children and adults. I am a patient and enthusiastic person with flexible hours throughout the Summer
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Dawne S.


Grayslake, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Child Welfare Attendant

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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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Melvie M.


Round Lake, IL

$15-35/hr6 yrs exp

9 Year Experience Being A Nanny In All Ages.

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Honest, loving, reliable and a God fearing individual. Receives goid and excellent reviews from previous clients. My Motto is "Let all your things be done with Love" 1 cor. 16:14.
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Roseleen B.


Lake Villa, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Service For Full-Time Job

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My experience with special needs services is that I worked in a nursing home in Lake Bluff. I worked as a RTA (restorative therapist assistant). I worked there for about a year and a half, and I worked in the rehabilitation department. I have also done other various in-home care for seniors, for a woman who was a paraplegic.
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Anna N.


McHenry, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Do It All

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Hi I'm Anna, 30 yrs old, live in McHenry, mom of two girls age 5yrs and 2 yrs. Experience in formal daycares and in-home care. Have worked with highly sensitive infants, autistic and special needs children, and ages from 6 weeks-14 yrs old. I am CPR and first aid trained, certification is out of date though! I am available...
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Katelyn W.


Lake Villa, IL

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Caretaker

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I have years of experience working with those with disabilities. I have worked in an assisted living facility and have also cared for private clients. I am currently in nursing school and would love to work to provide care for those in need as I make my way through school. Caretaking is my passion and I hope you can trust me to...
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Megan P.


McHenry, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a mother of two young boys and an LPN with 15 years of experience in pediatrics. I love working with babies and children.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Ingleside, IL

Amy G.

5.0

Amy has been a wonderful source of loving, reliable childcare when needed throughout the past few years. Would gladly recommend!

- Ashley C.

Stephanie K.

5.0

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 as education. Our family loved our time with her and our kids miss her. We only made a change due to one of us deciding to stay home with our kids...

- Care member

Dawn C.

5.0

Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her.

- Shannon C.

Valerie R.

5.0

Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came through 100% and the kids love her. She stepped in and took grandma's place without skipping a beat. We are very lucky to have her in our lives.

- Alyce L.

Lisa H.

5.0

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 were logged in for classes remotely and she helped them with their work when needed. She made breakfast and lunch for all three kids. She...

- Anna G.

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Ratings for Ingleside, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Ingleside, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.