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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Sandwich, IL
The average rate is $12/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years
Special needs caregivers in Sandwich, IL
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I have 10 years of experience. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene and Assistive Technology/AAC. Feeding and tube feeding. I was with the last girl I cared for for 16 years she passed away in February which broke my heart but I'm now ready to care for someone else!!
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"April is a very caring, trusting, knowledgeable person that watched my daughter for many years. I was a very protective mother of a severely handicapped child who needed total care ( g tube feedings, frequent...
Reviewed by Carole G.
Madison B.
Sandwich, IL
$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I was in a club all four years of high school called S Friends. It's a club with special needs children. We did activities with them and we went on field trips with them. I taught preschool at my home school my freshman year of high school. I did Early Childhood Development at Vocational Center my Junior and Senior year of high...
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I have experience working with children with delays and autism. I have also worked with children, who have down syndrome.
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Emma B.
Sandwich, IL
$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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My name is Emma. I'm a mother of 3, if you want to count my cat and pup(: I've babysat for 3 years and also worked as a counselor for the Ymca. I'm certified in CPR, First Aid, Mandated Reporter, Child Development, Health, and Safety Basics.
I have experience with special needs kids. My cousin has autism and my sister has...
Heather K.
Plano, IL
$20-30/hr
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7 years of caregiving experience! I specialize in work with special needs but my skills can be used on ages across the board :)
Dymond L.
Hinckley, IL
$14-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! I am reliable, positive and friendly. In my experience, I have cared for children with special needs, multiple children and households with many pets. I am currently going to Waubonsee community college for nursing, and would like to work during the extra time I have when I am not studying or going to class.
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"She treats my dogs like her own! As a dog owner it’s comforting to see someone else treat your dogs like you treat them. With love and excitement. She was able to handle all four of my dogs. I have a mini...
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I have worked in health care for 7 years with a focus in special needs. I have been the manager of a group home that houses 6 clients of varying ages and disabilities for the last 3 years. I have experience in assisting with day program for individuals which consists of fun community based activities as well as fun enriching...
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I'd describe my personality as personable, easygoing, and friendly.
Also, it is good to note that as a school bus driver, I must maintain a clean driving and criminal free record, and health screening year round.
I have always loved working with children, from babysitting as a preteen to running a home daycare for 9 years,...
Joleigh C.
Hinckley, IL
$17-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I have 6 years of experience, from ages 4 months to 21 years old. I have an older sister with special needs that I take care of when needed, and I have babysat for date nights, workdays, and the occasional plans. I have babysat full-time and part-time for a variety of different families over the year, and I have helped with...
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I am great with kids, as well as special needs children. I love babies, toddlers, and adolescents just as much as they love me. I love to see them smile, and learning new things. I have three children of my own. A 4 1/2-year-old girl, 3-year-old boy, and 7-month-old baby boy.
I am willing to work elsewhere as long as my...
Catherine S.
DeKalb, IL
$18-28/hr • 1 yrs exp
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Hello! I am a recent college graduate from NIU. I have experience caring for children of different ages. I have worked with a wide array of children from newborns to 13-year-olds. I have experience working with children who have special needs/disabilities. I majored in Art and English receiving two bachelors degrees. If you...
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"Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and great at calming them down when they are worked up. Not only that but she...
Reviewed by Jade M.
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I am a mom to 4 adult daughters. My youngest was born with Spina Bifida and is a paraplegic. I have 10 years caring for several families w/ twins (as early as 3 weeks) and a set of quads (6 weeks and premature) and 3 singletons. I have considerable experience w/ newborns multiples, toddlers, & children with special needs. I can...
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"Lara was such a help for our family! She was especially good at reading our families needs and blending in with our routines. I totally trusted her with my twin toddlers!!!"
Reviewed by MaryCarol L.
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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...
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"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.
Annrose T.
Oswego, IL
$18-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
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RN, BSN, dog mom looking for small gigs and a change of pace from work.
I am experienced in taking care of children with special needs. Have a car, willing to drive children to school/extra circulars.
Willing to help with small errands or online schooling/tutoring.
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"Annrose is friendly, intelligent, honest, and diligent in her work. She has a history of working with special needs children, and works well with my non-verbal Autistic son. She is near completing her nursing...
Reviewed by Shannon B.
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I'm a registered behavior technician and I love working with young children that have ASD. I also enjoy working with families that have other special needs children.
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"Julie is amazing with both of my children but especially wonderful with my son with Autism. He just loves her, we all do! She is very patient with him and one of the kindest people I have ever met! We are very...
Reviewed by Rhonda H.
Andrea K.
North Aurora, IL
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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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!
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"Very fun person to be around. I can always depend on her"
Reviewed by Tashania R.
Susan E.
Elburn, IL
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Happiness For Me Is Defined By Serving Others And Making A Contribution In This World .
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Hello I am looking for the opportunity to serve your loved one and family with the most dignity and respect and kindness one has to offer. I have my associates in science towards nursing . I also have extensive background serving special needs , elderly , and home bound. I enjoy this work. I do believe this is my calling . I...
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"Very caring and loving towards my mother."
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Brandi O.
DeKalb, IL
$23/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I am 29 years old.
I have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education and an Associates in Applied Sciences: Social Work from Waubonsee Community College.
I have a wide range of experience with children of all sorts. I do have a background knowledge of children with special needs. My boyfriend's sister has Cerebral...
5.0
"Brandi is very good with children. She is patient and very caring, she even goes above and beyond her regular duty to help out. She is the best nanny I have ever had, if it wasn't for this pandemic I would...
Reviewed by Samanthia C.
Evelyn R.
Minooka, IL
$18-50/hr • 1 yrs exp
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My name is Evelyn, I'm 19 years old and for the past year I've been working as an Emergency Medical Technican (EMT). As an EMT I can say I've learned to work with a diverse group of people. For example I've worked with people with mental disabilities, children, special needs, elderly population, etc... I'd say my strong suit...
Kara S.
Oswego, IL
$20-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Extremely personable , professional and dependable care for your loved one . Mother of three grown children with experience with seniors , special needs as well as dementia care .
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sandwich, IL
April L C.
5.0
April is a very caring, trusting, knowledgeable person that watched my daughter for many years. I was a very protective mother of a severely handicapped child who needed total care ( g tube feedings, frequent suctioning, non verbal, diapered) and had a seizure disorder. I totally trusted my child in...
- Carole G.
Dymond L.
5.0
She treats my dogs like her own! As a dog owner it’s comforting to see someone else treat your dogs like you treat them. With love and excitement. She was able to handle all four of my dogs. I have a mini Aussie who isn’t the friendliest with people, but he loved Dymond. I definitely recommend and...
- Care member
Catherine S.
5.0
Catherine is extraordinary with kids of all ages. She's very dependable and gentle with children. She truly takes her time with them and great at calming them down when they are worked up. Not only that but she enjoys playing with them and doing activities with them as well!
- Jade M.
Lara B.
5.0
Lara is our life saver. She is our part time nanny who started with us when my twins were 3 weeks old and has been with us for the last year. She comes with years of multiples experience and is great with children, especially newborns. She is punctual, willing to stay later if needed and always...
- Stephanie G.
Paula E.
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 a Intermediate Care Facility.
Paula was extremely dependable and punctual. Paula...
- Janet P.
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