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I am a person who cares and has a heart, I currently donate and spend a lot of time trying to help project fire buddies.
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
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Hello! I am a very loving, caring, friendly, and patient person. I have a few years of experience which includes: taking a child development and CPR course, babysitting small children and infants, helping out special needs children, and I even hosted birthday parties when I was a manager at McDonald's. With me, your child will...
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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I worked as a finance manager for 12 years before choosing to be a full time wife and mother for 23 years. To make learning fun,
I volunteered as a Girl Scout leader (8 years), Sunday school teacher (5 years), room mom, soccer mom, dance mom, and little league softball mom.
I am certified and volunteer (2015 - present) for...
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- $23/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
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My personality: Joyful and outgoing. I'm a nurturer being caring, supportive, compassionate and patient. I'm a nanny and caregiver. I love working as a Nanny. This is very rewarding for me. I help children build social skills and character as well.
I like working with kids because kids' rock! They are unique because each and...
Care Member says "Bonnie has been watching our special needs daughter for several months. She is prompt and professional. Our daughter is always very excited when she...
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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi! My name is Sarah! I am a reliable, flexible and fun-loving part time caregiver! I have experience babysitting newborns to pre-teens! I work full time as a school social worker. Given my full time job, I have experience with individuals with special needs. I would be interested in helping your family on a part time or...
Nuawana S. says "I have 4 kids 9months-7 years old. Sarah does a phenomenal job with each one. She plays with the kids, made cupcakes with the older kids, and leaves the...
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Greetings!
My name is Brianna and I have 10 years of experience working with children of all ages. I believe in creating a fun, stimulating and safe environment for children to thrive. I'm particularly skilled at helping children with their social and emotional needs. I'm also CPR and first aid certified, and have experience...
Care Member says "Such a ray of light! Always on time, willing to help and she possesses all of the qualities of a great nanny and addition to anyone’s family!"
Hi, my name is Bonnie and a Nanny and Caregiver. I love what I do, and I serve to the best of my ability. I've been working as a Nanny going on 3 years . I love working with kids. I try to connect with them one way through arts and crafts, park visits and libraries etc. . I enjoy building their character always with much...
Matthew L. says "Bonnie watches our adult daughter and we just love her. She is kind and dependable. Our daughter looks forward to seeing her"
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- $15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
I have nannied & babysat for several families over the years. I worked as a special needs teacher assistant. Please see my reviews from the previous families. I am a US Veteran and homeschooling mom of 3 boys (7, 4 & 6-month-old).
I look forward to hearing about your family and how I may be able to help.
marvin D. says "Yanira is an exceptional mother herself and thrives on caring not only for her own children but the children of others."
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
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I'm a mother and experienced provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. As a mom myself I understand the importance of reliable care. 20+ years of caring for children of various ages and abilities. I'm comfortable caring for multiple children at a time.
I am known to be calm and patient and I...
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- $25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Maggie and I'm finishing my senior year of college. I have experience babysitting/nannying for every age from infants to preteens, for over 6 years. I am understanding, energetic, and love keeping kids active and entertained. Additionally, I am happy to help with housework, laundry, or errands. I have experience...
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. Hi my name is Lauren! I am 23 years old. I have more then 10 years of babysitting, I nanny when I'm not in school too, currently I'm a runner and swimmer, I am as swim instructor at lock port park district I also work at the before and after care for...
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- $20/hr
4 years experience
Hello my name is Tricia, I am currently a live in caregiver I have been at this job for three and a half years. I love my job and I love my patient she has suffer a bad Brain Aneurysm and requires 24 hour care. I am looking for a full time job with no weekends. The only reason I am leaving is I no longer want to live outside my...
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- $25/hr
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I'd describe my personality as patient, kind and creative.
I like working with kids because they are fun and have lots of things to teach us.
I'm looking for a job that is flexible.
I started working with kids when I started babysitting at the age of 11!
In my spare time, I like to spend time with my family, bake, read and...
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- $15/hr
I have cared for children with SPD and cerebral palsy along with feeding tubes, etc. I believe all children should be involved in every activity possible no matter their disabilities. It takes patience and love to care for our little ones. Please feel free to message me if you'd like a sitter for your loved one.
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- $18/hr
6 years experience
Current graduate student in the field of school psychology with 6 years of experience in special ed.
Hello,
I'm a kind, reliable caregiver. I have been a full-time nanny for 8 years. I have several reviews on Care.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks,
Jillian
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- $25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have babysat children since I was 10 years old (I passed the American Red Cross Babysitting course). I have worked in daycares and in homes, and I worked in a preschool as a paraprofessional for kids between the ages of 3 and 5 with special needs ranging from ASD to cerebral palsy. I have changed countless diapers, worked on...
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- $17/hr
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have several years of hands-on experience providing care for children of various ages, from infants to school-aged children. My responsibilities have included assisting with feeding, diaper changes, bathing, bedtime routines, homework help, and engaging in age-appropriate activities that support development and creativity.
I...
I have experienced caring for adults and children with different cognitive and physical disabilities. I have experience with autism, ADHD, bipolar disorder, down syndrome, and more.
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- $35/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
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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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $18.33/hr as of August 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 1.0
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Special Needs Caregivers in Manhattan, IL are rated 1.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers
Bonniejean M.
Bonnie has been watching our special needs daughter for several months. She is prompt and professional. Our daughter is always very...
- Care member
Sarah K.
I have 4 kids 9months-7 years old. Sarah does a phenomenal job with each one. She plays with the kids, made cupcakes with the older kids,...
- Nuawana S.
Brianna B.
Such a ray of light! Always on time, willing to help and she possesses all of the qualities of a great nanny and addition to anyone’s...
- Care member
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