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Megan S.

Teacher & Former Therapeutic Recreation Assistant

Roscoe, IL

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Prior to moving to Dallas, I worked as a therapeutic recreation assistant for children and young adults (ages 3-21 years old) in an after-school care and summer camp setting. I also have two years experience as a paraprofessional educator in a severe behavior needs classroom, grades 4 and 5. In addition to caring for children...
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Experienced Nanny & Teacher

Roscoe, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a certified teacher with a passion for providing care to young children. I have experience in working with children 0-18, in both academic and childcare settings. I also have past experience in working with kids with special needs and providing therapeutic recreation services. My most recent family and I have been together...

Domonique S. says "Megan took care of my daughter from age 18 months for over a year and I couldn't be happier with her services. She has a kind spirit, gentle souls with...

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Part-time Caregiver (special Needs, Errands, Light Housekeeping)

Roscoe, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been working full time in a special needs school for 16 years. I have a Master's degree in special education and currently work at a private school as a special education teacher. I also have prior experience as an ABA therapist, tutoring, housekeeping and as a nanny.
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Roscoe, IL

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$20/hr
Meal prep
errands
light cleaning
transportation
Hello! I am a certified teacher and professional nanny looking to extend companionship and care to the senior community. While I do not have a healthcare background, I do have previous experience working with individuals with special needs and limited mobility. I was also extremely close to both of my grandmothers before they...
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Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I absolutely love children and babies! Please check out my reviews! I treat the children I care for as if they were my own family. My experience entails all ages, including children and young adults with autism and intellectual disabilities. I am reliable. You can count on me to be there. I am also qualified with Special Needs...

Care Member says "Lynn has been with my family sense August and has been a huge part of my 2 and 4 year olds growth. She has nurtured and cared for them as if they were...

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Compassionate, Great Communicator And Hard Working.

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
I have a medical assistant background and I have done in home care and facility care for elderly and special needs. I can assist with daily functions of hygiene, feeding, mobility, companionship, as well as providing security, patience and compassion. I can help with maintaining your loved one's schedules and appointments.

Care Member says "Kimberly did a great job taking care of our step father and father. She was very caring and receptive to their needs!!! "

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Fun, Loving, And Caring!

Rockton, IL

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$22/hr
20 years experience
Hello. My name is Leslie. I am 35 yrs old with over 15 years of experience in childcare. I also have many years of experience with special needs children. I am first aide/ CPR certified. Also, in my 4th out of 6 years of school for Elementary Education with a dual license in Special Education. If you have any questions, please...
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Rockton, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Hayley. I have been providing childcare for over 23 years in my home and more years as a nanny prior to that. I am looking to provide babysitting or nanny services either in or out of my home. I no longer operate a daycare. I have 10 plus years as a school bus driver and have a great driving record. My previous...
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Rockton, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
dementia
errands
transportation
respite care
+ 1 more
I have nearly 20 years of experience providing compassionate, high-quality care for adults with special needs and seniors facing a range of health challenges, including dementia, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's disease. In addition to being a certified Special Education teacher, I have consistently worked part-time as a caregiver...
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Special Needs Assistant

Rockton, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
My name is Jonathon H. and I am a recent graduate from Iowa State University where I majored in Child, Adult, and Family Services. For the past three years I have worked with the Rockford Park District as a Therapeutic Recreation Assistant. Here I assisted teens with disabilities physically, mentally, and emotionally. Likewise,...
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Love To Help Others Out

South Beloit, IL

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Stay at home mom that now has independent teenagers that don't need mom to be home all the time or that need to be driven to practices. Looking to help out others families while also making extra money (because teenagers are expensive lol). Experience taking care of Special need kids.
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Special Needs Parent

Rockford, IL

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Hi, my son recently went to a group home, so I'd like help Special Needs parents get the breaks they need and deserve. I Specialize in babies, toddlers, children, teens and young adults. My experience is primarily with Autism, all levels, Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Adhd, and mental illnesses,...
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Machesney Park, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
My name is Heidi. I've worked in this field in different settings for over 10yrs. I have experience with individuals with Autism, Asperger's, downs syndrome, and many more. I have excellent references. Which will be provided at interview. I am patient and kind. I have a great sense of humor. I love what I do. Thank u for...
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Special needs caregiver

Machesney Park, IL

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I like people I'm hard worker
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Craft assistance
Hello, My name is Tammy. I would like to explain that I Love babies, and children! I also love to take care of elderly people! I have 30 plus years experience! I am a CNA. I also have CPR, First-aid both for babies, children, and Elderly. I used to have my own Day care for years. And also in have experience with special needs...

Purvi K. says "We recently interviewed Tammy for a nanny position and she seems wonderful. She had great communication, was professional, and she had a very calm...

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Nanny/Caregiver

Machesney Park, IL

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, My name is Tammy. I would like to explain that I Love babies and children! I have 30 plus years experience. I also went to college and have experience with early childhood. I have CPR, and First-aid for babies abd children. I am also a CNA.
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Rockford, IL

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$10/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
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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Machesney Park, IL

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$15/hr
5 years experience
I have worked with many people with all ranges of ability and all ages. Most recently I have worked with adults with developmental disabilities at a vocational program.
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Garden Prairie, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
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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Looking For Nanny/Mother's Helper Jobs!

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
As a big sister of two little brothers, and a member of a large extended family (with lots of little cousins!), my love for kids has only grown over the years. Kids are my passion, and I always feel comfortable around them. I love to play, teach, and create with children, as I've always been a very creative and driven person...

Sarena M. says "Miranda is a super-sweet, down to earth, value-minded person and fun to boot! She is always on time (usually a few minutes early) and always happy to...

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  • 44 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.50/hr as of December 2025

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Roscoe, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 44 listed special needs caregivers

Megan S.

Megan took care of my daughter from age 18 months for over a year and I couldn't be happier with her services. She has a kind spirit, gentle...

- Domonique S.

Lynn D.

Lynn has been with my family sense August and has been a huge part of my 2 and 4 year olds growth. She has nurtured and cared for them as if...

- Care member

Kimberly W.

Kimberly did a great job taking care of our step father and father. She was very caring and receptive to their needs!!!

- Care member

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