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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Shorewood, IL

The average rate is $15/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Shorewood, IL

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Gina L.


Joliet, IL

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Elder Senior Care Only

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I am a former special education teacher and homemaker with over 20 years experience, 3 in senior care, I am fully vaccinated, I am CPR/First Aid certified and a certified professional caregiver. I have experience with mobility issues (Hoyer lifts, wheelchair, gait belt, walker), personal care, personal errands, cooking, light...
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Ophelia C.


Plainfield, IL

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello my name is Ophelia, I have been taking care of people for the past 10 years plus . I have experience in all areas with kids adults and special need. I know there are a lot of people out there that needs a little help. I love this job because it makes me feel good that I'm helping other people that needs help I love to...
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Jenine R.


Plainfield, IL

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

Warm & Caring

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I am a certified teacher & have my lbs1 endorsement for working with special needs children. I am free every Thursday evening & every other weekend Fri- Mon morning. I would love to care for your family.
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Mia M.


Minooka, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Mia

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I started working with kids when I was around 10. I've babysat 8-year-old twin girls every weekend for the past 3 years. I have special needs experience with severe autism and down syndrome. I love kids and am most comfortable with ages 1 and up. I'm currently in college and more than willing to help with homework and...
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Allison M.


Minooka, IL

$5-10/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider

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I have cared for a male adult that was visually handicapped, and a senior that had severe Parkinson disease. Also I baby-sat regularly twins with Aspberger's/ autism.
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Susan S.


Joliet, IL

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

(Special Ed, Transportation )

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Bilingual mother of two, my kiddos are all grown up so now it's time to share some of my love to others. Senior Caregiver 15 years , children over 24 years. Alzheimer, Dementia , Parkinson and special needs adults & children 10years. MS, ALS , Paraplegic and experience with hoyer lift.

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Hello, my name is Lori. I am a 59-year-old mother of 2 great adult children, and 5 amazing grandchildren. I work as a paraprofessional for students whom have special needs at the high school level, and have been for the last 17 years. Coming from a family with debilitating illness, I have unfortunately had a lot of experience...
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Niobelkys L.


Lockport, IL

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

I'd Love To Build A Strong Bond With Your Family In A Multicultural Eviroment.

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I'd describe my personality as creative, responsible and organized I like working with kids because I can build strong bonds that can last forever and I enjoy teaching them new things to prepare them for life. I'm looking for a job that I feel comfortable with and I can make the people around me comfortable too and also a job...

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I am a very kindhearted, caring, well organized, responsible individual. I have done several years of babysitting and have two years nanny experience. In high school I worked with kids with special needs, and I have also volunteered at Rehab without walls assisting medical professionals with patients with brain injuries. I am...
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Gina L.


Joliet, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Gina C Miller -Henry

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I am a retired special education teacher who made a career change to professional caregiver! I have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, ADHD/Autism, developmental disabilities, mental health conditions, mobility and bathing (Hoyer, gait belt, wheelchair), exercise (passive ROM, chair yoga), hospice care, and I...
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Sharon F.


Minooka, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

10 Years Experience Working With Elderly Patients. Ambulatory And Non Ambulatory

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I have worked at nursing homes for 10 years until I became a mother. Now that kids are in school I'm looking to work again. I have experience with dementia and Alzheimer's patients as well as patients with multiple disabilities. I was a certified nurse assistant but it expired due to having children. I am still very...
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Lori M.


Lockport, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello, my name is Lori. I am a mother of two grown children, and a grandmother of 5 wonderful grandchildren. I have been working with students whom have special needs at the high school level for the past 15 years. I have experience with working with students with a variety of special needs. I've worked with students whom are...
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Celine K.


Channahon, IL

$23/hr6 yrs exp

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I have years of experience working with children ages 6weeks to 12 years old. I enjoy doing hands on activities with children, and getting them engaged outside of their lovely electronic devices. I strive to make sure that every member of the family gets their needs met, and all questions answered. I am first aid and CPR...
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Ailyn G.


Joliet, IL

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

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Hello, I'm Ailyn! I am a 25 y/o experienced care giver that LOVES to help people. I am a responsible, caring and experienced person, with 10 years of caring for infants, children, elderly, houses and pets. I have also worked in schools, day cares and as a Direct Support Professional for young adults with special needs. I have a...
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Monica J.


Joliet, IL

$10-20/hr2 yrs exp

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I have worked with mentally disabled adults and children for three years.
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Skyler A.


Plainfield, IL

$17-21/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver .

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Special needs caregiver with 5 years of experience in pediatric disability., classroom, clinic, and recreation settings.
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Nicole S.


Joliet, IL

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

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I am the second oldest of 9 in a large blended family, some siblings have special needs. I have babysat, taught Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, tutored in various subjects, and am certified as an Early Childhood teacher. As a teacher, I taught everything from birth to 6th grade. I love to read, knit, crochet, and a variety...
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Allan K.


Lockport, IL

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Nanny

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I am a certified Paraprofessional at Guiding Lights Academy. I help children K - 12 with special needs learning life skills.
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Cheryl F.


Joliet, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

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I have over 20 years professionally working with children from birth and up. I have experience with multiples and special needs including non-verbal children using augmentative communication.
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Mia M.


Minooka, IL

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

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I have extensive special needs experience with Autism, down syndrome, and mobility needs. Most of my experience with special needs people has been with younger children but I am always looking for more experience with people in a variety of ages. I currently go to Illinois State University and am starting my sophomore...

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