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Hi! My name is Ariel and I'm a 3rd grade teacher. I am an energetic, reliable, and compassionate person who loves working with children! My passion is working with children and creating personal relationships and experiences through play.
My job experiences include:
-3rd grade teacher in Palos Heights
-Camp counselor for 5...
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- $15/hr
Dear Family,
My previous life and work experience make me an excellent candidate to provide child care services for your family. I am focused, caring, patient and creative. It is my goal is to be a life-long learner and use my talents to provide tender-loving care to children and families, and help children learn and excel in...
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Dear Family,
My previous life and work experience make me an excellent candidate to provide childcare services to your family. I am a proud mother of an amazing 13-year-old boy. I have been a professional nanny with families through Care. com for 4 years. I am a certified Behavior Therapist since June 2018 and spent 2. 5 years...
Trisha R. says "Stephanie was an amazing nanny to our family for 9 months. She was wonderful with our two 4 year old children with Down syndrome as well as our elementary...
Personal care
respite care
specialized care
errands
dementia
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Experienced home health care, geriatric, special needs, intellectual development disability (IDD) and Alzheimers/dementia registered nurse available to care for your loved one in your home.
If you are working, have to work out of town for a couple days, or need respite care, I would love to stay with your loved one. I have a...
Michele M. says "For the last 5 years, Michelle has house sat, dog sat and chicken sat for us while we have been on vacation. She does everything we ask with the utmost...
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- $15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! I am currently Special Education major at ISU in my student teaching semester. I have cared for children and adults off all ages and with all levels of needs. My specialization is children and adults with multiple/severe disabilities and complex medical conditions. I also do well with individuals who have challenging,...
I have experience watching children of special needs. I have watched a 13-year-old boy with cerebral palsy. I have also watch a 10-year-old boy with Down syndrome for 3 years.
Hello, I'm Olivia! I'm a senior at ISU and I'm studying to get my bachelor's degree and be a special education teacher (3-21) but have a special interest in early ed as well (pre-k through 2nd). I am most comfortable with children with ADD, ADHD, autism, and down syndrome, but I am always willing to learn more!
I have been a CNA for over 7 years and am First Aid/CPR certified. I have also worked in home health since the age of 14, caring for a family friend with Parkinson's. I specialize in geriatric care for the elderly, as well as Alzheimer's and dementia, and spinal cord injuries. I have safe and reliable transportation and am...
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10 years experience
I've been caring for my father who was diagnosed with progressive dementia over 10 yrs ago. My mother had the choice to put him in a nursing home, but our family is so very family oriented that putting him in a nursing home was never a thought. I also have an older brother who was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, and he's...
As someone who has worked in therapeutic recreation for 2 years, specializing with ages 4-21, I have a passion for the special needs community. I am also a full-time advocate for creating safe and educational spaces and opportunities for the special needs community. I believe I would be the best fit for your family because I am...
Hello, my name is Lauren! I am born and raised in Peoria and am currently finishing up my junior year at Bradley University. I have many years of paid experience with kiddos, as well as growing up with 5 siblings. I have experience with all ages along with children with special needs. I am also CPR certified!
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- $25/hr
Respite care
transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hi, my name is Stephanie. I am passionate about providing exceptional care for all families. The majority of my professional caregiving experience has been with special needs children, however I feel that most of those skills are highly relatable to working with individuals of any age with care needs. They are an individual...
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
My name is Sierra and I have over 14+ years experience with children ranging from newborns to 13 years of age. I also have experience with children who have special needs. I am very active. I enjoy playing sports (I coached soccer for 6 years and dance for 2), reading, art, and cooking. I love helping with homework, volunteering...
Carmen G. says "Sierra was great! She was available last minute and our son loved her. "
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
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Hi! I'm Bella! I'm 19 years old and I'm currently in college to become a kids cancer nurse. I've babysat all of my life and grew up with siblings. I've babysat kids all age and I'm CPR, aed, and first aide certified. I also have experience with special needs children because I volunteer every year for the special Olympics :)
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
I have a 3yr old son and have many of years of experience with children as well as children with special needs
Light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
hospice services
errands
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With over 10 years of caregiving experience, I specialize in providing compassionate, personalized support to seniors and individuals with special needs. My background includes home health, hospice, and facility care where I focus on maintaining comfort, dignity, and quality of life. I pride myself on being dependable, patient,...
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15 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! I am a stay at home mom who will be completing my Masters degree online, which makes my schedule pretty flexible. My daughter and I enjoy visiting the local parks, painting, drawing, building towers with blocks and reading books. I have extensive experience working with children of all ages with an emphasis in working...
I am a certified occupational therapist who has worked with both children and adults with special needs. I have worked in adult day programs for people with mental illness (depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and dementia), and cognitive impairments (traumatic brain injuries, Autism, Down syndrome, and general cognitive...
I am 25 years old. I am a paraprofessional in Peoria county. I have been a teachers aide for 3 1/2 years working with kids from kindergarten to 4th grade. I also have experience working with special needs children. I am looking to be a full time nanny while working on my teaching degree online. I also have a 2-year-old nephew &...
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4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm an assistant teacher for special needs kiddos who enjoys spending her free time helping out!
In my spare time, I like to read! I have a mile long reading list.
I like working with kids because their energy is immaculate! Their little personalities make my day.
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37 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $18.00/hr as of December 2025
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8
Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Peoria, IL
Special Needs Caregivers in Peoria, IL are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 37 listed special needs caregivers
Stephanie O.
Stephanie was an amazing nanny to our family for 9 months. She was wonderful with our two 4 year old children with Down syndrome as well as...
- Trisha R.
Michelle B.
For the last 5 years, Michelle has house sat, dog sat and chicken sat for us while we have been on vacation. She does everything we ask...
- Michele M.
Sierra M.
Sierra was great! She was available last minute and our son loved her.
- Carmen G.
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