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Karen R.

Honest, Personable, Responsible, Compassionate And Dedicated Caregiver /Nanny For Six Families

McHenry, IL

4.6(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 26 families in your area

Swimming supervision

carpooling

light cleaning

craft assistance

meal prep

+ 1 more

My first experience as a childcare provider is when I was a young teenager. Later, I worked with special needs children as a bus driver and teaching assistant for eight years. I have worked with families who had infants, preschool and school-aged children as a nanny since 2011. I fully enjoy being a nanny and I am in excellent...

Ian G. says "Karen is very nice and has a vast range of experience in a variety of areas. She babysat our 2 1/2 year old boy for a week during the day when we were in...

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Karen R.

Caring, Patient Professional Nanny

McHenry, IL

from: $15/hr

8 years experience

I have worked with special needs children as a special needs bus driver and summer school teacher's assistant for eight year. I have a cover letter and resume that I will bring to an interview. Thank you.

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Megan P.

McHenry, IL

from: $15/hr

10 years experience

I am a mother of two young boys and an LPN with 15 years of experience in pediatrics. I love working with babies and children.

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Jessica R.

McHenry, IL

from: $17/hr

3 years experience

I have worked with children with ASD for 3 years and have tons of experience with all ages. I have a master's in Special education and ABA

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Violet B.

McHenry, IL

from: $15/hr

4 years experience

I currently work for NSSEO kirk school it is a therapeutic day school that helps students with multiple disabilities ranging from autism to non ambulatory medical needs. I work part time a few days a week and I would like something either on the weekends or one or two days a week in the evenings around 5:00 pm

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Suzana G.

Sami Retired Registered Nurse

McHenry, IL

from: $15/hr

I have more than 25 years experience of working with all age categories patients including cerebral palsy, autism, mental development, diagnosis associated , dementia, diabetes, cancer patients, ALS, MS, autoimmune disorders. I am available for 4 days per week assignments.

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Holly R.

McHenry, IL

from: $17/hr

3 years experience

I have worked in IDD for the last 3 years. I have worked with a variety of different individuals with different needs. I am also Safety Care trained.

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Kaila K.

Babysitter

McHenry, IL

from: $15/hr

1 year experience

Carpooling

meal prep

craft assistance

swimming supervision

light cleaning

Hi, I'm Kaila. I currently work at an elementary school with kids between the ages of 5-7 . I have also worked at a middle school with kids between the ages of 12- 13 . I have 2 younger siblings that are 13 & 10 that I have babysat since they were toddlers. I have nannied 3 kids ages between 1- 6 during the summer of 2023. In...

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Antonina B.

Accomplished Caregiver And Companion; Available Full Time, Wednesday - Sunday

McHenry, IL

from: $16/hr

10 years experience

Meal prep

companionship

light cleaning

dementia

live-in home care

+ 1 more

I am an accomplished and compassionate caregiver with a strong history in healthcare delivery. I provided over 14 years of in-home service to a client with advanced stages of Multiple Sclerosis. I managed all aspects of her health and maintained a safe and secure environment. I'm experienced in working with paralyzed, cancer and...

Jessica C.

Babysitter/Housekeeper

McHenry, IL

from: $10/hr

3 years experience

Light cleaning

I'm an attentive and experienced childcare provider with a genuine passion for nurturing children's development and growth. My patient and composed nature allows me to approach challenging situations with a level head. I maintain open communication with parents through detailed daily reports, fostering trust and transparency....

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Donyel H.

Nanny Who Teaches With Educational Play!

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)

from: $28/hr

10 years experience

Craft assistance

swimming supervision

grocery shopping

travel

meal prep

Learning and Playing with children has blessed me with the most wonderful memories of all! Teaching a child to express themselves and communicate through music and sign language (ASL) and watching their frustrations ease, are some of the reasons I became a Nanny. I am a loving Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of...

Maria G. says "Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had! She's...

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Renee D.

Patient Holistic Caregiver

Wonder Lake, IL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Hello! My name is Renee and I am a holistic caregiver, specializing in assisting family members with behavioral, psychiatric and developmental challenges. There is a lot of education and degrees alongside my 25 years of professional experience, but my best asset to your family really is my attitude. I bring a lot of positivity...

Michael L. says "Renee has been amazing. My kids adore her. She has been a life saver. She keeps the kids busy and engaged. Definitely recommend for any family."

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Morgan M.

Meet Me! :)

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

light cleaning

meal prep

Hi! I would be so excited to be a part of the family! My passion in life is helping and caring for others, especially children! I am currently attending Grad School to get my Masters in Speech Language Pathology, preferably for children with special needs. I am CPR / First Aid Certified & renewed those certifications this year...

Susan O. says "Morgan was charming and conscientious. She took excellent care of our toddler. She was personable and fun. Our toddler was instantly at ease and never...

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Stephanie K.

Part-Time /Full-Time Caregiver

Ingleside, IL

4.7(1)

from: $25/hr

20 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Grocery shopping

swimming supervision

light cleaning

meal prep

As a childcare provider with 25 years of experience, I've had the privilege of nurturing and educating young minds, shaping their early development. My passion for childcare stems from my positive babysitting experiences and a deep desire to make a positive impact on children's lives. My patient, calm, and friendly nature...

Care Member says "Stephanie was our nanny for 3 years. She cared for our now 5 and 3 year old. She was with us full time. She is caring, fun and willing to do extras such...

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Caitlin L.

Full/part Time Caregiver

Wauconda, IL

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

1 year experience

I have spent the past year or so working at a facility for the mentally and developmentally disabled, working as a Hab aide.

Alexis A. says "Caitlin works professionally with children with special needs as her career and uses the skills she's learned within that environment across the care she...

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Donyel H.

Loving Professional Caregiver

Round Lake, IL

5.0(0)

from: $28/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

My name is Donyel and I have over 20 years of experience in providing care to persons with special needs of all ages. With training and certifications including but not limited to Home Healthcare, Adult and Child/Infant CPR/First Aid and AED, Crisis Management, Abuse & Neglect, Alzheimer's/Dementia, Hospice care, and Medication...

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Marybeth S.

Round Lake, IL

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

7 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I'm a registered nurse from the Philippines, I have worked as a private caregiver for almost 9 years in the Chicago area. I am very committed, dedicated, and passionate. I take my task and responsibility very seriously, I create a system and take the initiative to improve care and comfort. I make sure I add value and quality of...

Victor C. says "MaryBeth was part of a team of caregivers that provided home-based care for my 96 year old mother in the period preceding her death. Mary Beth was kind...

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Donyel H.

Homecare And Childcare Expert With Over 20 Years Of Family Services

Round Lake, IL

3.3(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

Meal prep

companionship

hospice services

dementia

live-in home care

+ 1 more

I am an educated Caregiver and Consultant with availability throughout Illinois, with domestic & international travel flexibility to clients wherever you may reside. With over 20 years of experience with Homecare, Childcare, Expectant Mothers, Hospice, Respite, Rehabbing, Special Needs, and Family support, well-rounded skill...

Care Member says "Donyel was loving and thoughtful with our children. She played with them both actively and creatively. Our children loved her. "

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Norma M.

Crystal Lake, IL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I have cared for children with autism and Down syndrome, ADD/HD. I worked at School District 95 Special Education Department.

Barbara Z. says "Norma is knowledgeable, compassionate, reliable and was right there to support our family when we needed help. I felt confident to leave my two boys, one...

Ava S.

Hebron, IL

5.0(1)

from: $20/hr

3 years experience

Travel

carpooling

meal prep

grocery shopping

swimming supervision

+ 1 more

Hi, I am Ava! I am 23 years old. I am the oldest of 6 siblings ranging from the ages of 20 to 3 years old. I have ample experience caring for newborns and toddlers and experience providing care for babies and toddlers with special needs (my youngest brother is vision impaired, epileptic, and has neurological issues that require...

Care Member says "Ava is very responsible and caring. She is truly excellent with challenging kids and they love her! "

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $15.50/hr as of June 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in McHenry, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in McHenry, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 21 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Karen R.

Karen is very nice and has a vast range of experience in a variety of areas. She babysat our 2 1/2 year old boy for a week during the day...

- Ian G.

Donyel H.

Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had!...

- Maria G.

Renee D.

Renee has been amazing. My kids adore her. She has been a life saver. She keeps the kids busy and engaged. Definitely recommend for any...

- Michael L.

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