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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
Rodney C.
Joliet, IL
$16-50/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hey, my name is Rodney C,
I'll been in healthcare since I was 21, I love what I do, I think it's my job to help others. I'll been trained hands on, in safety care, DSP, rule 50(rule and neglect). I have worked with the age range of 17 to 85 years old. I have worked for 3 other organizations in Joliet Illinois. I just moved back...
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Hi! I'm Lydia :) I'm an energetic and friendly sitter, familiar with special needs and services some children and teens may need.
I have a sibling with ASD among many other diagnoses and I am very familiar with individual behaviors and how to handle them calmly and effectively. I also spent the past year providing after school...
Hadeel T.
Mokena, IL
$18/hr • 2 yrs exp
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I like working with kids because I am the second oldest out of 5 siblings so I had a lot of responsibilities when I was younger til now. I love playing with kids and building a connection with them. I had two special needs cousins and I just always knew that taking care of kids was something I enjoyed
I'm looking for a job that...
Caity K.
Bolingbrook, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello I'm Caity:) I Am A Very Bubbly And Loving Person! I Have A Passion To Work With Children!
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Hello! I have plenty of experience with working with families and kids, I also have experience in working with special needs children. I love helping out parents who need a break or help in general!
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, and loving
I like working with kids because I'm definitely young at heart....
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I'm a Special Education Teacher at a therapeutic day school. I've worked with a range of disabilities. My specialties are autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and emotional/behavior disorders.
My career started as a direct support professional for 7 men in a group home. From there, I found my passion in helping people and became a...
Xiya A.
Mokena, IL
$10-15/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I work primarily with children with autism, I can also help with general mental disorders. I have a younger brother with high functioning autism, and am currently going to school to study cognitive behavior, school and clinical psychology.
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I have been caring for children since I was 14. I'm the oldest of 4 so taking care of kids has always come natural to me. Besides looking after my sisters and brother I have attained several nanny jobs over my 8 years of experience. I have nannied for children of all ages throughout the school years and for entire summers. I...
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Hi! My name is Haley. I am a senior at the University of Iowa on the pre-med track. I also am minoring in Spanish. I have over 10 years of babysitting and nannying experience. I have worked with children from the ages of 5 months and children with special needs. I can provide many references! Looking forward to hopefully meeting...
Madison E.
New Lenox, IL
$20-22/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi, I'm Madison! I'm between jobs pursuing a career in public health. I have a degree from the university of Arizona and am hoping to go on to my masters program soon. I have been a care giver for many different people, all with their own uniqueness! The past jobs have taught me flexibility, time-management, patience and most...
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I have been working with children since 2019, where I served as a teaching assistant/student mentor in a Chicago public school as part of the City Year public service program. After this program I worked in a daycare, mainly with infants-toddlers, and most recently I worked with autistic children ages 4-11 in a one-on-one...
Nancy B.
Bolingbrook, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have worked in the educational field for 20 years. During that time I was a behavioral specialist and learning behavioral specialist. I have taught children in a self contained setting and in team taught classrooms.
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I am a 55-year-old female with 12 years experience in childcare with excellent references. I am a mother of three with experience in newborns up to 12 years. I am a certified nurse assistant (CNA). I am a CPR certified and had worked in a special needs facility too for 3 years. I have a car with a valid drivers license. I am...
Xyra H.
Plainfield, IL
$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Oldest of four siblings, which makes me a natural caretaker. I aspire to be a teacher or social worker. I have a special place in my heart for children with special needs. Young adult who loves work in a structured environment and help keep routine for children. I have both nanny, and day care experience. I continue to develop...
Skyler A.
Plainfield, IL
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hello! I am have recently transferred to a college near where I grew up from ISU and I am looking for a part time position, preferably with a special needs individual. I am a CNA, CPR certified, and have most recently worked with a teenage special needs individual providing both respite and skilled nursing care. I am already...
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I have experience working with many populations with special needs. I have spent a summer as a Program Coordinator at Northern Will County Special Recreation Association where I planned activities, games, field trips, etc. for teens and adults with disabilities (ages 12-24). I also worked there as a Program Assistant last winter...
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I am a certified teacher & have my lbs1 endorsement for working with special needs children. I am free every Thursday evening & every other weekend Fri- Mon morning. I would love to care for your family.
Mariah G.
Plainfield, IL
$12-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have babysat and watched over kids since I was a young teenager. My brother is on the spectrum and I have also volunteered and hung out with children that have disabilities. I know pretty well how to interact with children on the spectrum or with learning difficulties. I am a very patient person and understanding when it comes...
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Hello my name is Corey and I have been working with individuals with special needs for over 10 years. I currently work at an Autism day school providing positive behavior support to children and young adults. I have been doing in home ABA therapy and respite care for the last 5 years. While working at the day school and home I...
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Hi, I have over 10 years experience working as an Aide and Job Coach in a Special Needs environment. I enjoy assisting and teaching kids/adults life skills and job skills. It's very rewarding to see a child/adult feeling empowered when they learn something new. My availability, Monday though Friday would be 4-8 p.m. and...
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I'd describe my personality as passionate, courageous, adaptable, hardworking
I like caring for people with special needs because caregiving cultivates gratitude, it creates a beautiful and unique bond, I have the opportunity to learn new things
I'm looking for a job that offers flexibility in hours
I started caring for...
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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.