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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lake Villa, IL

The average rate is $15/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Lake Villa, IL

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Kellien V.


Round Lake, IL

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced worker for special needs children

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I have been working full-time in the field of special education for four years. I also tutor part time for a child that needs NET training and I also run ABA programs. I have experience working with children who are diagnosed with Autism, Schizophrenia, Asperger's, BD, Down syndrome, and some with dual diagnoses. I have worked...

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I currently teach in a therapeutic day high school. I have experience working with children of all ages from kindergarten through high school. Through the different stages of my career, I've worked at day camps, substitute teaching, and had various classrooms.
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Isabelle D.


Gurnee, IL

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Young Professional Available For Full Time Childcare

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Hi! My name is Izzy, I'm 23, and I've worked with kids in various capacities for about 8 years. Some of my experience includes working as a paraprofessional for elementary aged children with special needs as well as teaching toddlers at an early learning center. I love teaching and caring for children, and I believe that...
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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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Jenna J.


Grayslake, IL

$25-35/hr9 yrs exp

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I graduated from Marquette University, with a bachelors in public relations and advertising with studies in early childhood development. I am the eldest child. So, naturally I have always had that maternal caretaking abilities. I started babysitting/pet sitting in high school and really shifted my focus on nannying after I...
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Hannah B.


Fox Lake, IL

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

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I am 20 years old and I currently teach at school for children on the spectrum. Everyday we manage bathroom/diapers, speech, OT, math, ELA, movement, and sensory stimulation. In my class we have self-injurious kids that I manage and help them find better ways to cope.
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Annette T.


Fox Lake, IL

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

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I am an LPN and have personal experience with my brother-in-law having Leukemia. I also have been a preschool teacher for five years. I have never-ending patience for the sick child. I have two children and 3 grandchildren.
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Barbara K.


Antioch, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant Available Part Time

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Hello! I have experience working with the DD waiver community, senior citizens, and animals (mostly cats, but I'm a dog lover too). I have loads of direct care experience working with behavioral issues and individuals with seizure disorders and individuals with low to no vision as well.
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Katie S.


Zion, IL

$20-34/hr2 yrs exp

Teacher, Part-Time Nanny, Special Needs Caregiver, And Tutor

5.0

(3)

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Hi there! My name is Katie and I currently am a middle school Social studies teacher . I graduated from DePaul in 2017 with a bachelor's degree in education. I have been working as a paraprofessional for the past six years working with special needs students ages kindergarten thru seniors in high school. I was also a caregiver...
5.0
"What a warm, inviting personality Katie has! The instant she walked in the door, I knew she'd be great with my kids: so far she's only babysat for them once, but my 5 year old already has reported that Katie is...

Reviewed by Kelley D.

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Laimute B.


Lake Forest, IL

$16-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Caregiver With 15+ Years Of Experience

5.0

(1)

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Hello! Are you looking for a quality elderly care in the northern and northwestern suburbs? My name is Laima. I'm a skilled elderly caregiver with 19+ years of experience. I am available to work part-time, full-time or overnight shifts. I'm a very good cook, experienced housekeeper and good driver. I also love pets. I have...
5.0
"Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on, end-of-life care. We found Laima to be warm, kind hearted and...

Reviewed by Irene K.

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Jill K.


Deerfield, IL

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny

5.0

(6)

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Hi - I'm Jill and I have accepted a full-time nanny position with a new family beginning 6/1/22. After 3 1/2 years as a nanny for my last family I'm looking forward to new beginnings with my new family. About me: I have been a nanny for the last 10 years and built life long relationships with each of the families I have been...
5.0
"Hardworking loving and caring. What more could you ask for :)"

Reviewed by Alex K.

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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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Jeffery H.


Cary, IL

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Autism Life Coach

5.0

(1)

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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...
5.0
"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 autism a ton!!"

Reviewed by Dawn C.

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Stephanie A.


Kenosha, WI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

My Experience With Children

5.0

(1)

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I received my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education from UW- Whitewater and received my Masters degree in Education in Professional Development from UW- LaCrosse. I have been teaching for 10 years and love it! I am looking to provide summer care. I have taught 4K, 1st, and 2nd grade and have a wealth of knowledge in reading...
5.0
"Interviewed and babysat for a night out and was very pleased with how she cared for and interacted with my children. She was punctual and very warm and caring personality. Would have really loved for her to...

Reviewed by Colleen 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

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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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Judith B.


Deerfield, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver (Summer)

4.0

(4)

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I currently work full-time for a wonderful family that has an adorable 2. 5-year-old that I have been playing with for over 2 years; however, I am available for one-time appts and/or date-nights! I am raising two wonderful children and have been a homemaker/caregiver for 17 years. I believe all children can be successful...
5.0
"Judith took care of our infant and very energetic toddler for 2 consecutive days at our hotel and at the wedding venues we were at. She was reliable, punctual and kept the kids engaged. She brought in...

Reviewed by Rabeea M.

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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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Kamila P.


Crystal Lake, IL

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

3.0

(1)

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Hi my name is Kamila and I am college student. I am graduating with my nursing degree this May, and am looking for a babysitting job for the summer before I pass my boards! I have experience working with with infants, toddlers, kids with special needs and I am CPR certified. Right now I want to apply as a child care taker for...
3.0
"Kamila seemed nice enough the first time she babysat for us, but it was only for a few hours. She did play some games with the kids and made a light lunch but when she babysat again, the house was a mess! And...

Reviewed by Raquel D.

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Sophia D.


McHenry, IL

$10-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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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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Desiree D.


Kenosha, WI

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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Hi there, I'm Desiree! I'm a 43-year-old mother of two. I went back to work a few years ago and recently realized with both mine in school that I'd like to have a bit more flexibility and time available for them. I love children and our elderly and have worked with them for many years in many different settings. Recently, I...
5.0
"Desiree loved and cared our children as if they were her own. From the beginning we felt confident that she was the perfect fit for our family. Although we no longer "work" together we remain in touch as...

Reviewed by Kristin D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lake Villa, IL

Katie S.

5.0

Katie was wonderful. Excellent communication. Very friendly and you can tell she enjoys working with kids. Our son is already asking if Katie can baby sit again.

- Stephen B.

Laimute B.

5.0

Laima was very responsive to our needs. She evaluated the situation and fit right in immediately. Our family member needed significant hands-on, end-of-life care. We found Laima to be warm, kind hearted and very skilled. We highly recommend her.

- Irene K.

Jill K.

5.0

Jill worked for us full-time from November 2018 to May 2022. Upon hiring her, we could immediately tell that we could trust her to care for our two boys (3 mo. and 18 mo. at the time). Throughout the approximately 3 1/2 years that she worked for us, she was always dependable, always on time, and...

- Margaret D.

Morgan M.

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 delightful experience.

- Susan O.

Jeffery H.

5.0

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 autism a ton!!

- Dawn C.

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