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Alexa P.

Winnebago, IL

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$16/hr
2 years experience
CPR certified and medical student with experience in taking care of people with dementia, autism, ADHD, anxiety, and depression of all ages. Caregiving is my passion, and I feel no greater purpose than being able to help others. Please reach out for any further questions, and I will be glad to discuss everything in greater...
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Rockford, IL

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$18/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
I am an experienced Direct Support Professional with a strong background in providing compassionate, reliable, and hands-on care to children with special needs. Over the years, I have developed a deep understanding of individualized support, safety, and behavioral needs while working closely with children who require both...
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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Errands
dementia
light cleaning
hospice services
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am an experienced Direct Support Professional with a strong background in providing compassionate, reliable, and hands-on care to children with special needs. Over the years, I have developed a deep understanding of individualized support, safety, and behavioral needs while working closely with children who require both...
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Rockford, IL

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$14/hr
8 years experience
I have a background in caregiving always willing to learn new things I feel like caring for people was my calling. I love helping people. I'm in the process of getting my cna
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Experienced And Fun Childcare

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have nearly 2 decades of experience in child care and education. I have worked in daycare, directed children's theatre camps, taught in high behavior environments, and served a middle school administrator. Currently, I work full time for a local non-profit scholarship program, but continue child and pet care in my spare...

Shawna S. says "Aurora was able to adjust her schedule, navigate a new city, and take charge in an unfamiliar household to take care of our two-year old when I was in the...

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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
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Looking For Nanny/Mother's Helper Jobs!

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
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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Experienced Nanny & Teacher

Roscoe, IL

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Compassionate, Great Communicator And Hard Working.

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
live-in home care
transportation
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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Part Time/Full Time Care giving

Rockford, IL

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have over 13 years of experience working with individuals with disabilities, and I have a strong passion for this work. As the eldest child in my family, I have had ample experience caring for infants and preschool aged children. Most of my experience is working with children and young adults ranging in age from 3 to 18+ years...

Kuenzi D. says "Jessica is a great employee! She is passionate, up-beat and a hard worker. She takes initiative and asks questions when she has them. She dies a great job...

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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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Roscoe, IL

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$20/hr
Light cleaning
errands
transportation
meal prep
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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Reliable Stay At Home Mom Looking For Full Time Childcare Position.

Freeport, IL

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$15/hr
At the age of 19 I adopted my daughter. She was 3 years old with special needs. Since then she has grown into a beautiful, sweet 10-year-old girl. I've recently moved to the Portland, TX area with her and my husband. I have an extensive employment history and would be happy to bring my resume to an interview. I was a...
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Rockton, IL

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
meal prep
light cleaning
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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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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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Care taker that is capable of meeting all needs. I've nannied for many special needs babies and children before.
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Rockton, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
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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Rockford, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am compassionate and willing to help in all areas of your needs . I have experience in : transferring, feeding and bathing . I am reliable and I am very patient .
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Part Time Caregiver (some Weekend Overnights Possible)

Davis, IL

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Personal care
live-in home care
Since I was a child I enjoyed taking care of and looking out for others, and was encouraged by friends and family to pursue caregiving as I got older-I have, and love every minute of it! The past few years I have had some limited clinical experience with elderly patients and really enjoyed being a companion for them. My goal is...
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  • 34 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $16.00/hr as of December 2025

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Winnebago, IL are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 34 listed special needs caregivers

Aurora S.

Aurora was able to adjust her schedule, navigate a new city, and take charge in an unfamiliar household to take care of our two-year old...

- Shawna 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

Miranda L.

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...

- Sarena M.

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