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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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- $22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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...
Hi, I'm Lexi! I'm a full-time paraprofessional and certified substitute at a therapeutic day school with 5+ years of experience supporting students with special needs, especially those on the autism spectrum and with emotional disturbance (ED). I build strong, trusting relationships and help students manage academic and...
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
I had an In-home daycare business when my son was young. I started the business when he was 6 months old, he was the oldest of the kids I watched. I had as many as 8 at one time, 5 of whom were in diapers, still on bottles, needing naps and of course play time. I was either on the floor reading to them or playing with toys,...
I've baby sat two special needs kids around the ages of 4 and 3 for 1 year. I've had various babysitting jobs. I'm available Monday-Friday 40hrs a week.
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
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Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a genuine passion. My four years of experience caring for children aged 1-11 have solidified my desire to positively impact their lives. Previous babysitting roles sparked this journey, and I'm eager to continue fostering growth and development.
I'm a patient, creative, and...
Hello potential family. I'm looking for a PT/FT LONG OR SHORT TERM Nanny position. My name is COURTNEY T. I am a 54yr. old single mom of 2 boys, ages 28 & 20 . I AM A NON-SMOKER & ALLERGIC TO DOGS *(EXCEPT HYPOALLERGENC DOGS) & CATS. I'm fully Immunized incl-. CURRENT FLU & COVID. I'VE TAKEN INFANT/CHILD CPR/FIRST AID/DCFS...
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- $21/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
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Hi there! I started babysitting about 7 years ago. I have experience working with children from ages 1-13 years old. On top of babysitting, I was a teachers assistant where I learned how to work with children with special needs. I have tutored with AVID and helped with Spanish, writing, SAT prep, math and reading skills. I have...
Henry H. says "Ashley was great with our three kids. Helpful, positive and energetic. Would definitely hire again."
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- $30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 20 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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...
Ashley C. says "Amy has been a wonderful source of loving, reliable childcare when needed throughout the past few years. Would gladly recommend! "
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
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...
Alyce L. says "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...
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- $23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! My name is Ally, I'm 26 years old, and I have over 14 years of childcare experience. I started babysitting at 12 and have worked with a wide range of ages ever since.
Most recently, I spent over 5 years as a full-time nanny for a family with three children, two of whom have special needs. This experience taught me how to...
I have 17 years experience as a Child Care Provider and 9 Years as a CNA. I have my own business and I have been a housekeeper.
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...
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I hold a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of W-Parkside and completed coursework in Special Education at the University of W-Whitewater. I have over four years of experience working with children, including those with special needs. I am patient, dependable, and passionate about creating a safe, supportive...
Former special education teacher and Qualified Mental Health Professional.
6+ years of experience working with people who have special needs.
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- $20/hr
4 years experience
I can guide and mentor people how to prevent, cure their chronic. severe incurable diseases like diabetes, arthritis, depression, anorexia, addiction, cancer MS.. and can fix their relationship problems , through the real , live food, proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle, helping your doctors and other healthcare professionals...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I love children and always establish a meaningful relationship with them. I am consistent with creating functional and fun activities. I have been teaching and tutoring for 11 years. I also have experience working and babysitting children who have Autism and a wide variety of children with special needs of all ages. I have been...
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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I grew up with a younger brother who had a brain bleed when he was born, this delayed his development significantly and he has cerebral palsy and epilepsy.
I was always the one who took care of him and the only one who could ever understand his speech, I would work with him on his homework,
make sure he takes his daily meds,...
I am a dedicated Special Needs Caregiver with over 10 years of one-on-one caregiving experience in both special needs. I am a nurse by profession in the Philippines, and while I am not licensed in the United States, I bring extensive hands-on experience, strong clinical knowledge, and a compassionate approach to every client I...
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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $21.00/hr as of July 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lake Villa, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Lake Villa, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Lisa H.
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...
- Anna G.
Ashley R.
Ashley was great with our three kids. Helpful, positive and energetic. Would definitely hire again.
- Henry H.
Amy G.
Amy has been a wonderful source of loving, reliable childcare when needed throughout the past few years. Would gladly recommend!
- Ashley C.
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