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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Saint Charles, IL
The average rate is $18/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Saint Charles, IL
Dimone L.
Carol Stream, IL
$15-21/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/Preschool Student Teacher Looking For Part-Time Job
5.0
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Good Morning,
I live in Carol Stream with my baby girl and looking for a job babysitting some amazing children this year in my free time .
I am interested in babysitting your child I have 9 years in paid childcare experience as well as CPR/First Aid/AED certified.
I have worked in daycare' s, Summer Camps with children ages...
5.0
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Hi! My name is Sydney, I am 24 years old and a student at the Chamberlain University. I am studying nursing with the goal to be a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. I am the oldest out of 3 and helped out a lot with my siblings when they were younger. I have a wide range of experience watching kids from infants to pre-teens as well...
5.0
"I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She frequently cares for my children (ages 4 and 7), and I have often observed...
Reviewed by Andrea W.
5.0
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Hello! My name is Lindsay, I am strongly looking to become a nanny, I have quite a bit of experience working with children. I worked at Boys And Girls Club, I've supervised 15 kids at once! I also volunteered at a pre school. You can surely trust me with your babies. My goal is to make a fun and safe space for kids. I love...
5.0
"Lindsay is very sweet. She did a wonderful job watching my kids and even cleaned up for me which wasn’t expected of her duties! Definitely recommend! "
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Andrea K.
North Aurora, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.0
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Loving mom available for part time babysitting and petsitting. I have raised three children and am also very experienced with pet care (including administering medications for special needs pets). Flexible scheduling and daily rates are available!
5.0
"Very fun person to be around. I can always depend on her"
Reviewed by Tashania R.
5.0
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I'm Jill. I have spent my entire adult life lovingly helping others as a caregiver. I have a BS degree from University of IL in Psych & Child Development. I created & facilitated a community employment day program for 19 yrs at Aspire of IL where I taught job skills, academics, leisure skills & volunteering. I've also worked for...
5.0
"Jill has cared for my daughter for 10 years. She is incredibly kind and caring and is more than a caregiver, but is one of my daughter’s dearest friends. Jill is truly a member of our little family."
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Tracy S.
Bartlett, IL
$20-21/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Child Care Provider/Senior Care and Special Needs Care
5.0
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I have over 20 years of child care experience, within a daycare facility, nannying, directing and teaching a church bible school, and providing home daycare out of my house. I have my CNA license and I am CPR certified with infants through adults. I am extremely compassionate and I love children and animals! I enjoy care giving...
5.0
"Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I could have asked for to watch our little guy!"
Reviewed by Christina K.
5.0
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I am a wife and mother of 2 young adults who has lived in the tri-cities for 28 years. I have worked as an outdoor education nature and science teacher for 10 years at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in Batavia, IL. During this time period, I taught all age groups, from preschoolers to adults. When special needs...
5.0
"Muriel watched our 19 yr old special needs daughter for the day while we were in town for a wedding. She was so warm, professional and fun. My daughter felt comfortable around her immediately which put us at...
Reviewed by Patricia S.
Tracy D.
West Chicago, IL
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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I have over 19 years of experience in childcare as a Director. I have experience with all ages 6 weeks to 12 years. I love arts and crafts, outdoor play and plan a curriculum with weekly themes. I have experience with toilet training, special needs, allergies and difficult behaviors. Currently obtaining my Bachelor's degree in...
5.0
"She watched my three year old and 6 month old for a few years. They call her auntie. They still call her to talk to her and they are in kindergarten and 2nd grade otherwise we would still use her!"
Reviewed by Tracy D.
Tamara A.
West Chicago, IL
$11-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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I worked for help at home which was Lutheran social services prior to that I've worked with many different clients ranging from dementia and Parkinson's disease along with special need children I've worked for over 12 years
5.0
"A joy to have around. Does the little things that count."
Reviewed by Robert And Susan F.
Karen H.
Hanover Park, IL
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hi!
My name is Karen, I'm 25 years old and I come from a really big family. I'm the oldest out of about 20 cousins that I have, and a lot of my cousins see me as their aunt because I have taken care of them since they were little (and still do to this day!).
I currently hold an Associates in Arts degree from ECC, and am...
5.0
"Karen did a great job with tutoring and nannying for our 4 year old. She also occasionally watched our 2 year old. We would definitely hire her again!"
Reviewed by Dimple V.
5.0
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I raised my own children, my son (33) and my daughter (23). Over the past 20 years, I have served as a toddler teacher, and home-daycare provider, and served 4 different families as a nanny for the last decade. I also have experience working with people with special needs. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I enjoy working with...
5.0
"Candace was the nanny for our 3 year old son from 6/21-9/21. She was wonderful with him. Great outings: libraries, parks, zoos, pumpkin farm, etc. She kept our active boy engaged and busy. Besides taking him to...
Reviewed by Lindsey B.
Mariah T.
Elgin, IL
$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
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I am great with kids, I am 26 years old, I am very respectful , I am a hard worker, I am also very patient, I am very dependable you can count on me I can cook And clean and read bed time stories to your little ones , I have experience with all different ages and I even have 7 years of experience with the special needs...
5.0
"Mariah is a very dependable person she was always to work on time. Most of the time we would be late and she was very understanding and would stay as late as we needed her to! You can tell she has a heart for...
Reviewed by Javier R.
Carolyn H.
Geneva, IL
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Caring, Positive Attitude, Fun Loving CNA. Showing A Level Of Confidence And Privacy To Your Family
5.0
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I have 10 years of senior care experience and also 14 experience with special needs individuals. I am certified with the State of Illinois as a CNA. I will give your family member the best level of care with dignity and respect.
5.0
"Carolyn is a reliable and compassionate caregiver. She communicates well with the client as well as the family. She is concerned for the physical as well as emotional needs of her clients and assures a safe...
Reviewed by Marion M.
Angela M.
Bartlett, IL
$24/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello, my name is Angela. I have been in the education field working with children from 6 weeks to 12+ years of age for over 25 years and have a teenage son of my own.
I have been a director, teacher and nanny for several families. I have also worked with children with special needs. I enjoy helping children learn through play...
5.0
"Though we ultimately chose someone else, I want to share that we really enjoyed interviewing Angela and it was a very difficult decision to choose between her and the caregiver we chose. She is clearly very...
Reviewed by Stephanie H.
5.0
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Hello,
I currently teach in a self-contained special education classroom. This is my 8th year of teaching. I hold a Master's degree in Curriculum & Instruction with Specialized Endorsements in Special Education and English as a Second Language from National Louis University. I also have a bachelor's degree in Elementary...
5.0
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I love working with people of all ages. I have many years of experience working with infants, young children and the elderly. I'm currently a caregiver to my mother and tend to her needs as needed. I also have over 40 years on and off assisting special needs individuals in the private sector as well as various organizations...
5.0
"My husband and I have known Paula and her family for many years. Paula provided respite care services for our severe and profound developmentally disabled daughter for several years. Our daughter now lives in...
Reviewed by Janet P.
5.0
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Hello all,
I have two years experience caring for children with special needs, including autism, epilepsy, and ADHD. I use doctor recommended strategies and techniques to provide emotional and physical support to my clients and their families. I look forward to meeting with you!
5.0
"We hired Amanda as our full time nanny to watch our son when he was 8mo old. It was our first nanny experience so we didn't know what to expect, and now we are forever spoiled! Amanda was with our family until...
Reviewed by Julia O.
5.0
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I am currently an Early Childhood Special Education teacher who has worked with both typically developing children and children with additional needs including autism, social communication disorder, down syndrome, speech delays, developmental delays and OHI.
Amanda G.
Carol Stream, IL
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
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Hello all,
My name is Amanda and I am a Certified Newborn Care Specialist and Career Nanny. I have five years experience as a private nanny. Additionally, I have two years experience teaching preschool publicly, one of which I was a Director. I have cared for children from birth to 12 years, and those with a variety of special...
5.0
"Amanda was a thoughtful, knowledgeable, and responsible caregiver for my 6 mo baby when she cared for H 2 full days and made a huge difference in that time. She came armed with expertise that made H giggle, but...
Reviewed by Katheryn M.
Kelly D.
South Elgin, IL
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Special Education Teacher Looking For Summer Nanny Position
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I am a special education teacher that is looking to help nanny for a family over the summer. I have extensive experience working with autism and people who use augmentative and alternative communication systems. I have a bachelor degree in speech and language pathology and a masters degree in special education. I have been...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint Charles, IL
Sydney R.
5.0
I have known Sydney for over 8 years, and I have enjoyed watching her grow into a responsible, poised and confident young woman. She frequently cares for my children (ages 4 and 7), and I have often observed her patience and creatively with my boys. She is a role model for younger children and...
- Andrea W.
Lindsay L.
5.0
Lindsay is very sweet. She did a wonderful job watching my kids and even cleaned up for me which wasn’t expected of her duties! Definitely recommend!
- Care member
Andrea K.
5.0
Very fun person to be around. I can always depend on her
- Tashania R.
Jill G.
5.0
Jill worked with my daughter from age 12-22 when she moved into a group home. Jill is generous, reliable, compassionate, willing to help with showering and all aspects of care. She is like a family member now.
- Care member
Tracy S.
5.0
Can't say enough good things. Watched our little boy from 9 weeks until he was almost 3 years old. Reliable, super friendly, nicest family that I could have asked for to watch our little guy!
- Christina K.
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Ratings for Saint Charles, IL special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Saint Charles, IL are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.