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Sandra M.

Part-time Caregiver

Island Lake, IL

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Maintaining positive working relationship with client, client family, provider(s), and other referral sources. 20 plus years of handling client(s) with or have had dementia, alzheimers, stroke and copd, both professionally as well as personally. Administer medications, personal hygiene, light housekeeping/ laundry, light meal...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a positive and fun Nanny. Responsible and very perceptive. I have raised 4 children of my own! Now celebrating the birth of grandchild no 3! Have cared for children with special needs. I also provided care for 2 cancer victims. I raised a niece from newborn til age 6! Provided before and after school care for 6 years. I am...

R L. says "Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily taking our daughter to...

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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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Autism Life Coach

Cary, IL

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello, My name is Jeff. I am a Autism Life Coach. I work with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Communication Disorders, Behavior Disorders, and Learning Disabilities. My experience is extensive beginning as a Substitute Teacher in the public schools, as well worked as a Paraprofessional/Job Coach Coordinator at a non-public...

Dawn C. says "What a great life coach and a huge heart for the special needs community. He worked with my son for a couple of years. No a complaint and taught my son with...

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Compassionate Caregiver

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)
from
$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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Barrington, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Sophia P. I am a rising junior in college at Virginia Tech studying architecture. I love kids and have worked with them in the past in both babysitting and volunteering at a therapeutic riding center for special needs kids. I am patient, responsible, organized, fun and active. My schedule is very flexible (day and time)...
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Special Needs And Senior Caregiver

Cary, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
+ 1 more
I have 30+ years caring for children and adults with special needs, including people in our aging generation living with dementia. I am passionate about advocating for those who cannot advocate for themselves. I am compassionate, caring and reliable.
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Mundelein, IL

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$30/hr
12 years experience
Mobility assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I am CNA for 16 years. I work with old people with special needs. I am driven my car, I have citizenship and I able to work different hours I'd describe my personality as hard working, responsible and l love my patients I like caring for seniors because I like helping people, who needs help I started caring for seniors...
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Barrington, IL

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$20/hr
8 years experience
My name is Elena and I graduated from Valparaiso University in May 2024. I studied psychology and sociology. I have had a great passion for working with kids my whole life. I work at a school as a teachers aide. I work at a school that serves a population of kids with severe autism, behavioral issues, and medical issues. The...
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College Graduate

Barrington, IL

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$15/hr
9 years experience
(Bachelor Of Science In Therapeutic Recreation) & Health-Care Professional Of 9 Years. I am a college graduate from Indiana University (2010) with a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Recreation and a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and CPR & First Aid...
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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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Algonquin, IL

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I work as a registered behavioral therapist, I am currently in a masters program in Applied Behavior Analysis and I enjoy working with children and adults on the spectrum.
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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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Barrington, IL

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$22/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Summer. Over the past three years, I've had the privilege of working with children in various settings, from volunteering at a special needs school to babysitting in my neighborhood and working at a summer camp. Each experience has been incredibly rewarding, and I've gained valuable skills in connecting with children and...
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Mundelein, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have volunteered in different events where I have helped Special Needs people. I feel sometimes you learn as you go in some cases. I feel confident and open to work with special needs people. Please give me the opportunity to show you what I can do. Thank you
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Early Childhood Teacher Available For Babysitting

Mundelein, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am a mother of 4 and grandmother to 1. I have experience babysitting infants through teenage. I have had CPR training. I have also worked as a preschool teacher. I was in charge of up to 20 4-year-old. I have experience with epi-pen, nebulizer, physical and cognitive disabilities. I also have experience with insulin, sugar...
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Algonquin, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, outgoing, and caring. I like working with kids because they make me happy - I like to inspire children. I'm looking for a job that has a stable schedule and good hours I started working with kids when I was 12, I have two twin brothers with special needs who will be 10 this year!...
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McHenry, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with children with ASD for 3 years and have tons of experience with all ages. I have a master's in Special education and ABA
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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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15+ Years Extensive Experience In Providing High Quality Care To The Elderly.

Algonquin, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
hospice services
home modification
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
With a Bachelor's Degree, Nursing Attendant and 20 yrs. of Caregiving experience in Elderly Care. I'm reliable and compassionate private duty caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations, maintaining and developing a strong rapport with a patient. Able to provide a number of services to...
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  • The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of December 2025

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Special Needs Caregivers in Island Lake, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Lori T.

Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily...

- R L.

Stephanie K.

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...

- Care member

Jeffery H.

What a great life coach and a huge heart for the special needs community. He worked with my son for a couple of years. No a complaint and...

- Dawn C.

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