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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Lockport, IL

The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Lockport, IL

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Lori S.


Joliet, IL

$23-36/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed CNA Caregiver

5.0

(3)

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Hello! My name is Lori. I have over 20 years experience as a certified nurse assistant. And six years with Lightways hospice, formally known as Joliet area Community hospice. I have worked private in home care for 6 years as well. I worked for three years at United cerebal palsy with special needs children. I cared for my...
5.0
"Lori was extremely kind and empathetic, her care of our mom as her health declined we will forever be grateful to her."

Reviewed by Lorens R.

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Virginia R.


Plainfield, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and have experience with infants through school age for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education Special...
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Madeline V.


Plainfield, IL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Pinterest Craft Nanny

5.0

(2)

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Hi! I'm Madeline, I've been working in child care for 14 years and I have experience with ages 5 weeks to 15 years old. I have a bubbly, imaginative, and creative personality. I am very hands-on and big on crafting! I've made homemade edible finger paints and play dough, sensory bottles, and designed obstacle courses throughout...
5.0
"I hired Madeline numerous times to babysit for my 7 y/o son and help him with homework. She was nothing short of Wonderful. She is always punctual and dependable. My son is always excited to see her and asks...

Reviewed by Julie G.

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Bradi O.


Plainfield, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Speech Language Pathologist Student- Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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Hello! My name is Bradi and I am a graduate student at University studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was old enough to take a babysitting certification class through the park district at the age of 12. I have babysat for countless families...
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Yanira N.


New Lenox, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Special Needs Teacher Assistant And Mother

5.0

(2)

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I have nannied & babysat for several families. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my review from the previous family I nannied for. I am also a US Veteran and mother of two boys (4yrs & 19-month-old).
5.0
"Our family had the pleasure of employing Yanira as a full time nanny for our daughter. She did an amazing job and was truly an extension of our family. Yanira was always punctual, dependable and arrived daily...

Reviewed by Carrie J.

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Elana C.


Joliet, IL

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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I have 4 years of experience as a summer camp councilor taking car of 10+ kids aged 5-10 for 2 hours a day four days a week. Recently, I had the honor of taking over as camp director for our summer drama camp which provided me with the opportunity to work with 42 campers alongside my staff. I had the privilege of being a part...
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Sarah M.


Orland Park, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter/Summer Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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I have been working as a Special Education Teacher for the past 9 years in Chicago Public Schools. I have worked in the blended preschool program at my school for the past 7 years. I have experience babysitting for all ages, as well as special needs children. I have my Masters in Education as well as my undergrad.
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Wendy S.


Joliet, IL

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Worked With Children All Ages All Developments. Great Helper Full Of Fun And Laughs

5.0

(1)

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I have worked with children of all ages and really all developments thru my career. Right now I am mainly a mom. But I am hoping to find someone needed a helping hand part time during later morning and till around 330 p.m. I am hard working and find ways to turn rain storms into rainbows.
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Ashley M.


Joliet, IL

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

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Social Work Graduate, awaiting LSW. Experience working with at-risk youth in crisis situations, and after-school settings. CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified Currently a Full-Time employee as a Qualified Mental Health Professional and Crisis/Outreach Manager. Has own transportation. Currently learning Spanish and taking classes, can...
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Wendy S.


Joliet, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Super Nanny

5.0

(1)

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I have been taking care of children since 1985. I have been a nanny all over USA until 2002. I decided to make a change and moved to Mainland China (Shenzhen) to teach English. Now I own a small kindergarten in Shenzhen. Because they do not accept or understand learning issues in children, our school gets many special kids. My...
5.0
"Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better sitter for them. She always had activities planned and...

Reviewed by Justin B.

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Carrie S.


Homer Glen, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Senior Caregiver Available Full-Time

5.0

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My name is Carrie. Prior to becoming a caregiver, I was a Cosmetologist and a Cosmetology teacher. I have always loved working with people. I used to care for a lady who had a rare neurological disease called cortical basal degeneration. It is so rare that they had no set treatment for it. She was dependent on me for everything...
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Cheryl F.


Joliet, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

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I have over 20 years professionally working with children from birth and up. I have experience with multiples and special needs including non-verbal children using augmentative communication.
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Samantha H.


Orland Park, IL

$13-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Baby Sitter Or Nanny

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Hello, My Name is Samantha. I am a Special Education Paraprofessional in New Lenox D122! I have over 10 years experience in child care and a ficus on child development. I work with all special needs population and average children as well. I have a Bachelors in Child Psychology and will be starting a master certification 2023...
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Abigail G.


New Lenox, IL

$15/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi parents, my name is Abbie ! I am 19 years old, I attend Loyola University Chicago where I am majoring in Special Education and a part of the softball team. I have lots of experience with kids, I have babysat many times and over the past 2 years worked in a special needs school! I am willing to do lots of activities with the...
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Terri O.


Joliet, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi my name is Terri. I have over 22 years experience in senior care and caring for people with special needs. My Experience includes, all mobility issues, hoyer lift, specialize in Dementia/ Alzheimer's disease. Bathing and showering. Was certified to pass medication. I am caring, conscientious and kind. I have a great sense...
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Noelle P.


Plainfield, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Mom And Wanna Be Mary Poppins

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I have experience with caring for ages 0-14. I started babysitting at a young age. I became a big sister for the final time at age 16, I was very hands on with my youngest sibling. I often say he's like the son I will never have. I am a proud mom to an amazing 13-year-old daughter. I have experience with special needs children....
5.0
"Noelle is amazing! She has helped with our large family of 7 children full time and for date nights. She started with us because of how kind and engaging she was with our special needs child. She took the...

Reviewed by Care member

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Korrine B.


Joliet, IL

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time RN Looking For Part Time Caregiver Posit

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Hi! My name is Kory, I'm 24 years old and am currently a full time RN. I'm looking for a part time caregiver position so I can continue enhancing my skills and bring in a little extra money as I have quite a few student loans. I currently work 3 12 hour shifts a week that typically vary, so I'm hoping to find a position with...
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Susan S.


Joliet, IL

$35-48/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver:Adults ,Children Over 15 Yrs...

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Bilingual mother of two, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some of my love to others. Senior Caregiver 15 years , children over 24 years. Alzheimer, Dementia , Parkinson and special needs adults & children 10years. MS, ALS , Paraplegic and experience with hoyer lift.
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Skyler A.


Plainfield, IL

$17-21/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver .

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Special needs caregiver with 5 years of experience in pediatric disability., classroom, clinic, and recreation settings.
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Jessica J.


Bolingbrook, IL

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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I have a degree in counseling psychology and I have worked with developmentally disabled individual for 5 years. I was employed as a Mental Health tech, in which I worked with 3 to 6 individuals in homes settings on a daily basis. I really enjoy helping others and working in this population taught me a lot and helped me grow as...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lockport, IL

Lori S.

5.0

Lori is a godsend! She is very knowledgeable and extremely kind and gentle. She takes her job seriously and is committed to the person she is caring for. All in all, she is wonderful!!!

- Vicki A.

Madeline V.

5.0

I hired Madeline numerous times to babysit for my 7 y/o son and help him with homework. She was nothing short of Wonderful. She is always punctual and dependable. My son is always excited to see her and asks when she could come back over to play with him which hasn't always been the case with...

- Julie G.

Yanira N.

5.0

Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others.

- marvin D.

Wendy S.

5.0

Wendy is awesome! She's very knowledgeable and very experienced in childcare. Both my kids are on the spectrum and I couldn't have asked for a better sitter for them. She always had activities planned and available should the kids be interested, and she was totally fine if they wanted a more chill...

- Justin B.

Noelle P.

5.0

Noelle is amazing! She has helped with our large family of 7 children full time and for date nights. She started with us because of how kind and engaging she was with our special needs child. She took the effort to connect with all my children individual and connect with them. She was always on time...

- Care member

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

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Lockport, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.