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Holly G.

Wonder Lake, IL

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi. I am a mother of 4 children and step mom to 3 more. I have always loved children! I opened a daycare in my previous home that I ran for about 15 years. I cared for children starting at 7 weeks old until they were old enough to care for themselves . I have dealt with children of all ages and children with special needs. I am...
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Experienced Mother And Nanny

Wonder Lake, IL

4.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am the mother of a 21 yr old son, a 28-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 7-year-old boy. I have over 15 years babysitting and Nanny experience with all ages as well as special needs care. I find joy in helping children learn and grow. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, going to parks and taking nature walks. I am...

Shannon C. says "Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her."

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Woodstock, IL

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! I have recently jumped back into nannying, although I am often around children as I have 4 of the coolest nieces & nephews so I have plenty experiences with kids despite the hiatus from nannying as my job! In my free time I enjoy concerts, camping, football, finding new food spots, & chill days at home binge watching....

Michael D. says "Thanks to Care.com, we are happy to have a nice babysitter for our son, who will be 3 years old on the 3rd of December. Liz is a caring and experienced...

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Part Time Caregiver Available

McHenry, IL

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a positive and fun Nanny. Responsible and very perceptive. I have raised 4 children of my own! Now celebrating the birth of grandchild no 3! Have cared for children with special needs. I also provided care for 2 cancer victims. I raised a niece from newborn til age 6! Provided before and after school care for 6 years. I am...

R L. says "Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily taking our daughter to...

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Spring Grove, IL

4.8(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
I am a mom of 2 grown sons and a young, energetic grandmother of 7, ranging from 2 years to 15 years old. I have many years of experience caring for babies, toddlers, and adolescents. I have experience tutoring 6, 7, and 8th graders with IEP's. I also have extensive skills required for special needs and can perform various...

Alyce L. says "Valerie is a warm, friendly, responsible, care giver. We had a family emergency and required help on very short notice. Valerie came through 100% and the...

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Karen R.'s Photo

McHenry, IL

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$21/hr
14 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
My first experience as a childcare provider is when I was a young teenager. Later, I worked with special needs children as a bus driver and teaching assistant for eight years. I have worked with families who had infants, preschool and school-aged children as a nanny since 2011. I fully enjoy being a nanny and I am in excellent...
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McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a mother of two young boys and an LPN with 15 years of experience in pediatrics. I love working with babies and children.
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Woodstock, IL

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$15/hr
2 years experience
As a Certified Nurse's Assistant, I have over 18 years of experience working with special needs individuals. I am a natural caregiver with a willingness to help those in need. From infants to older adults, I can assist with all activities of daily living. I am a fast learner that doesn't shy away from learning a new skillset in...
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Woodstock, IL

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$16/hr
7 years experience
Hello, my name is Julia, I am looking for Full Time work as a Contracted Nanny. I have experience working with infants, toddlers, and school age children. I am Food Safety & CPR certified, and Fire Safety Certified. I am very helpful around the house and love to help with cleaning. I am very routine based with my caregiving and...
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Woodstock, IL

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$20/hr
20 years experience
I have worked with kids with special needs in the schools for 30 years. While I do not have children of my own, I have a large family with many nieces and nephews. I am creative, kind and energetic. I am looking to support families that need a few hours of assistance each week.
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Direct Support Professional / Caregiver

Woodstock, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Hi there! My name is Nichole and I am 30 years old. I have been working with the special needs population for 8 years and am looking for a fresh new start in a different setting. I am comfortable working with both adults and children, and have experience helping individuals with an array of different developmental disorders. I...
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McHenry, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have worked with children with ASD for 3 years and have tons of experience with all ages. I have a master's in Special education and ABA
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Special Needs Caregiver!

Woodstock, IL

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Lizzi and I would love to help you out. I have had experience almost all my life working with children with special needs. I got involved in volunteering at NISRA when I was about 8 or 9 because my sister had worked there. I absolutely LOVED going to work with her and helping her/hanging out with everyone for...
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McHenry, IL

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I have worked in IDD for the last 3 years. I have worked with a variety of different individuals with different needs. I am also Safety Care trained.
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Sami Retired Registered Nurse

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
I have more than 25 years experience of working with all age categories patients including cerebral palsy, autism, mental development, diagnosis associated , dementia, diabetes, cancer patients, ALS, MS, autoimmune disorders. I am available for 4 days per week assignments.
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Caring, Patient Professional Nanny

McHenry, IL

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I have worked with special needs children as a special needs bus driver and summer school teacher's assistant for eight year. I have a cover letter and resume that I will bring to an interview. Thank you.
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12 Hour Caregiver Available

Woodstock, IL

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$20/hr
9 years experience
I am an experienced CNA who is loving, kind, dependable and have worked for 3 years. I can cook, clean the house, help with dressing, help with toileting, transferring, range of motion, medication reminder, grocery shopping, help with showering, escort to doctors appointments. I am highly organized, dedicated and with a positive...
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Woodstock, IL

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$15/hr
6 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
I'm a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and thrive. With six years of experience, I have the knowledge and skills to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children of all ages. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love to play games, read stories, and help...
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Accomplished Caregiver And Companion; Available Full Time, Wednesday - Sunday

McHenry, IL

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
meal prep
companionship
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I am an accomplished and compassionate caregiver with a strong history in healthcare delivery. I provided over 14 years of in-home service to a client with advanced stages of Multiple Sclerosis. I managed all aspects of her health and maintained a safe and secure environment. I'm experienced in working with paralyzed, cancer and...
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Woodstock, IL

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$17/hr
7 years experience
I am currently a special education teacher for the past 5 years. I am also a caregiver for seniors and have worked in senior communities with Alzheimer's and dementia.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.50/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Wonder Lake, IL

Special Needs Caregivers in Wonder Lake, IL are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Dawn C.

Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her.

- Shannon C.

Elizabeth W.

Thanks to Care.com, we are happy to have a nice babysitter for our son, who will be 3 years old on the 3rd of December. Liz is a caring and...

- Michael D.

Lori T.

Lori babysat for our family from the time our daughter was 6 months old to 6 years. She was a fantastic caregiver. She spent time daily...

- R L.

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