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Aurora S.

Experienced And Fun Childcare

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have nearly 2 decades of experience in child care and education. I have worked in daycare, directed children's theatre camps, taught in high behavior environments, and served a middle school administrator. Currently, I work full time for a local non-profit scholarship program, but continue child and pet care in my spare...

Shawna S. says "Aurora was able to adjust her schedule, navigate a new city, and take charge in an unfamiliar household to take care of our two-year old when I was in the...

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Rockford, IL

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
I have been caring for children of all ages for the past 6 years. I am a consistent sitter for several families each summer. I am an active person so I do like to keep the kids active while I watch them. I have also worked with special needs children for the past 3 years. I am able to cook and clean. I can also tutor any aged...
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Garden Prairie, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi there! I'm Tatiana, and I've been working with kids for 3 years now. I started as a para at a school for students with autism in the kindergarten room and loved it. I work with students ages 5-8, including some with special needs. In my spare time, I go to the gym and help raise my 8-year-old niece. I love open...

Care Member says "Tatiana did amazing with our daughter she loved her. She uses her own log to write down what they did and anything my daughter ate. She brought sheets...

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Rockford, IL

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$14/hr
8 years experience
I have a background in caregiving always willing to learn new things I feel like caring for people was my calling. I love helping people. I'm in the process of getting my cna
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Looking For Part-Time/ Possible Full-Time Position As A Caregiver

Beloit, WI

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$18/hr
6 years experience
I currently work as a para educator and caregiver. I was a food service director and manager for 8+ years. I have 6+ year experience as a CNA and PCW . I have cared for the elderly and developmentally disabled. I have two kids with ADHD. also available for child care.
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Registered Nurse

Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
I am a 25-year-old registered nurse with prior experience working in memory care, psychiatric care for children and adults, and alternative education settings. I provide compassionate, personable care to individuals of all ages and abilities.
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Belvidere, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
My name is Devyn . I just graduated from Boylan High school! I have a lot of experience with children, and I love working with them! I have been working at Gigi's Playhouse for 6 years now, so I am qualified and comfortable watching children with special needs! I am very responsive to parents instructions. I'm a very positive...
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Belvidere, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a very positive, patient, and reliable person with about 10 years of childcare experience with kids ages 2-teen! I have also worked and volunteered in a variety of special needs programs! I'm more of a quiet person but am lots of fun! My goal is to give kids a supportive and caring environment where they are free to be...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Beloit, WI

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$8/hr
I have two Autistic brothers who I have watched, one also has ADHD. I can work around allergies in children, and asthma.
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Alexa P.'s Photo

Winnebago, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
CPR certified and medical student with experience in taking care of people with dementia, autism, ADHD, anxiety, and depression of all ages. Caregiving is my passion, and I feel no greater purpose than being able to help others. Please reach out for any further questions, and I will be glad to discuss everything in greater...
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Tatiana M.'s Photo

Garden Prairie, IL

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$21/hr
4 years experience
As an experienced special education assistant, I've spent years supporting children of all abilities--including students with autism, learning differences, and behavioral needs--by building confidence, understanding their unique strengths, and helping them grow in a caring, consistent, and patient environment. Thanks for reading...
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Aspergers Experience

Beloit, WI

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$13/hr
In the past year I have become educated and experienced in care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, specifically Aspergers. I care for a toddler with Autism/Aspergers disorder daily and learn more each day!
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  • The average post rate is $16.25/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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