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Natasha K.

Experienced With A BS In Special Education. I've Worked With Individuals With Special Needs For 14 Y

Machesney Park, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have supported students with special needs in their educational journey for the past 14 years. I have worked with various needs. I know some sign language. I currently teach 6th graders with special needs.
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Special needs caregiver

Machesney Park, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I like people I'm hard worker
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Nursing Student With A Passion

Machesney Park, IL

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Morgan and I am a senior nursing major at University. I am in love with nursing and have a passion for making a difference in the lives of as many as possible. I am currently in school meaning my schedule changes at semester and leave for holidays. I have been a CNA for 4 years now with experience in a skilled...
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Machesney Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
My name is Heidi. I've worked in this field in different settings for over 10yrs. I have experience with individuals with Autism, Asperger's, downs syndrome, and many more. I have excellent references. Which will be provided at interview. I am patient and kind. I have a great sense of humor. I love what I do. Thank u for...
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Special Education Teacher

Machesney Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have worked with children of all ages for the past 15 years. I worked as a paraprofessional (teacher's aid) for 12 years and then got my bachelor's degree in education. I currently teach students with special needs.
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Compassionate, Great Communicator And Hard Working.

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Errands
transportation
live-in home care
meal prep
light cleaning
I have a medical assistant background and I have done in home care and facility care for elderly and special needs. I can assist with daily functions of hygiene, feeding, mobility, companionship, as well as providing security, patience and compassion. I can help with maintaining your loved one's schedules and appointments.

Care Member says "Kimberly did a great job taking care of our step father and father. She was very caring and receptive to their needs!!! "

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Looking For Nanny/Mother's Helper Jobs!

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
As a big sister of two little brothers, and a member of a large extended family (with lots of little cousins!), my love for kids has only grown over the years. Kids are my passion, and I always feel comfortable around them. I love to play, teach, and create with children, as I've always been a very creative and driven person...

Sarena M. says "Miranda is a super-sweet, down to earth, value-minded person and fun to boot! She is always on time (usually a few minutes early) and always happy to...

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Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! I've been with Care. Com for over three years. I've cared for several babies and children part time, as a fill-in, occasional or date night sitting. My background includes childcare, both personally and professionally, for years. I am told I am like another grandma for the children I care for. Caring for children is truly a...

Care Member says "Lynn has been with my family sense August and has been a huge part of my 2 and 4 year olds growth. She has nurtured and cared for them as if they were...

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Family Educator

Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I worked in a residential home serving children 6-19 that were wards of the state due to abuse and neglect. Most of these children were dual diagnosed with developmental disabilities as well has mental illnesses. My key areas were DD, ADD/ADHD, Autism, severe behavioral issues
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Roscoe, IL

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$20/hr
Errands
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I am a certified teacher and professional nanny looking to extend companionship and care to the senior community. While I do not have a healthcare background, I do have previous experience working with individuals with special needs and limited mobility. I was also extremely close to both of my grandmothers before they...
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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
My name is Kulakarn, an experienced, and caring nanny. I'm 26 years old. I'm looking for a part-time nanny position with healthy kids and kids with special needs. My Experience: • I helped raise my cousin's twins boy aged 5 months old. • I helped raise my nephew of brother-in-law aged 3 years old • I was one of the teaching...
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Special Educator

Rockford, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am happy you are considering me. I am a credentialed special educator, working mainly with autistic teenagers and young adults, and providing guidance, support and safe environments. Please let me know how I can be of service.
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Rockford, IL

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I have worked in therapeutic recreation for a little more than five years and love it. I am patient, creative, and very understanding. Being able to hang out and include those who I have worked with in daily activities/games/ etc. has been amazing. I have worked with both children and adults with autism, down syndrome, cerebral...
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Rockton, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Transportation
dementia
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
+ 1 more
I have nearly 20 years of experience providing compassionate, high-quality care for adults with special needs and seniors facing a range of health challenges, including dementia, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's disease. In addition to being a certified Special Education teacher, I have consistently worked part-time as a caregiver...
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Special Needs Parent

Rockford, IL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Hi, my son recently went to a group home, so I'd like help Special Needs parents get the breaks they need and deserve. I Specialize in babies, toddlers, children, teens and young adults. My experience is primarily with Autism, all levels, Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Adhd, and mental illnesses,...
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Rockford, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Personal care
companionship
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I am a CNA, & have been for 16 years. I love taking care of & learning about the different people that I have had the pleasure of taking care of or coming in contact with. I have worked with many different people with mental, physical, & emotional disabilities. I have also worked in the public schools with children with...
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Rockford, IL

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$16/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi there! I'm Kaylee and I'm 27. I am organized, energetic, and love coming up with hands-on activities that entertain and teach. My ideal family would have children who will enjoy the company of my 7-year-old daughter who would be accompanying me to work during the summer! My schooling focused on early childhood development and...
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Experienced Nanny & Teacher

Roscoe, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a certified teacher with a passion for providing care to young children. I have experience in working with children 0-18 years of age, in both academic and childcare settings. I also have past experience working with kids with special needs and providing therapeutic recreation services. In previous professional nanny roles...
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Rockton, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Hayley. I previously provided childcare for over 23 years in my home and more years as a nanny prior to that. I am looking to provide babysitting or nanny services either in or out of my home. I no longer operate a daycare. I have 11 plus years as a school bus driver and have a great driving record. My previous...
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Rockton, IL

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$10/hr
1 year experience
My mother is a pediatric physical therapist, and my whole life I have been around children with special needs. I always loved when she would do home visits and I would be allowed to come and play while my mom would do therapy! The past two years, I have helped organize an intensive 5 day therapy program where I interact with...
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  • 43 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average posted rate is $16.00/hr as of September 2026

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Special Needs Caregivers in Machesney Park, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 43 listed special needs caregivers

Kimberly W.

Kimberly did a great job taking care of our step father and father. She was very caring and receptive to their needs!!!

- Care member

Miranda L.

Miranda is a super-sweet, down to earth, value-minded person and fun to boot! She is always on time (usually a few minutes early) and...

- Sarena M.

Lynn D.

Lynn has been with my family sense August and has been a huge part of my 2 and 4 year olds growth. She has nurtured and cared for them as if...

- Care member

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