Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in McHenry, IL

I don't have any paid experience. Nonetheless, a kid with special needs was back in high school. I helped him during gym class. I don't even know why he was in our gym class, but I helped and encouraged him. The best act I ever carried out in high school was teaching him how to jump rope. I know it was not much, but when I... show more

I am currently caring for a young special needs adult. I find this line of work fulfilling as I'm able to provide a service to someone who otherwise is not in a position to help themselves

I'm a certified teacher assistant! I you definitely won't be disappointed. I love kids. I love watching them learn and grow. really means a lot to me . i'm fantastic with kids.

I have 30+ years caring for children and adults with special needs, including people in our aging generation living with dementia. I am passionate about advocating for those who cannot advocate for themselves. I am compassionate, caring and reliable.

I currently work as a case manager for adults and children with special needs. I have my bachelor's in social work. I am obtaining my masters in special education with a concentration in Autism. I have worked in a variety of settings: day program, group home, and ICF. I have also worked in a therapeutic autism school. I have... show more

I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have worked with children from different backgrounds, including those with special needs. I am willing to help out where needed and as much as I possibly can.

Maintaining positive working relationship with client, client family, provider(s), and other referral sources. 20 plus years of handling client(s) with or have had dementia, alzheimers, stroke and copd, both professionally as well as personally. Administer medications, personal hygiene, light housekeeping/ laundry, light meal... show more

Supervised group homes for developmentally disabled children and adults, writing and implementing Individual Service Plans to assist clients to reach highest potentials, implementing behavioral plans, supervising and training care staff.

I am a health care professional willing to care for children/special needs kids and seniors. I am mature, responsible, dependable, kind, patient, fun and a non smoker. I am CPR certified for healthcare providers and fully vaccinated for Covid and flu. I have worked for several families for years and can provide references if... show more

I love working with the elderly and disabled. I enjoy caring for them and helping them lead happy lives.

I was Nanny to child with special needs from August 2018 to March 2020. I provided care for a 6-year-old with severe down syndrome Monday - Friday from 6-8 a.m. then again after school, 3-6 p.m. I would make and feed him breakfast, pack his backpack with bottles/ lunch, assist him with transportation on and off of the school... show more

My name is Vicki and I currently work full time as a case manager for a non-profit for adults and children with special needs! I have always had a passion for helping others and an interest in working with those with various needs. I have a bachelor's degree in social work from UW-Whitewater that I obtained in 2018. Since... show more

Working with special needs kids and kids for over 10 years . I'm a babysitter, caretaker, and a certified teacher assistant.

Hi there! My name is Nichole and I am 30 years old. I have been working with the special needs population for 8 years and am looking for a fresh new start in a different setting. I am comfortable working with both adults and children, and have experience helping individuals with an array of different developmental disorders. I... show more

Professional Nanny & House Manager Dedicated, nurturing, and highly experienced childcare professional with over 18 years of hands-on experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers, including multiples and children with special needs. CPR and First Aid certified, I specialize in creating safe, engaging, and... show more

Hi, I'm Jen. I am new to Care. com, and I am excited to work with you and your family. I am a reliable, adaptable, experience person who focuses on the positive of every situation. Laughter and fun are tool I use everyday to connect to people. I've worked with kids and adults with different abilities through Northwest Special... show more

I am 20 years old and I currently teach at school for children on the spectrum. Everyday we manage bathroom/diapers, speech, OT, math, ELA, movement, and sensory stimulation. In my class we have self-injurious kids that I manage and help them find better ways to cope.

My experience with senior care started with my grandmother. She was wheelchair bound with dementia. I used to take care of her out of her house and as she declined we moved her into my home. She was with me for over 5 years and I cared for her 24/7. Duties included companionship, feeding her, help with hygiene, transferring her,... show more

I have been doing nursing home and at home care for 15+ years. I started in high school and loved it so much I continued on into my adult years. I love working with other individuals and feel when you work one on one you can be more personal and give more attention to the individual then you can in a nursing home. When your able... show more

I was president of Educators Rising in high school and I am the current president of NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) at Illinois State University. I volunteered at the daycare in my church. I have babysitting experience with family and some family friends. I was part of Best Buddies for 4 years,... show more