Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Yorkville, IL

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring Certified Caregiver

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My name is Donyel and I have over 20 years of experience in providing care to persons with special needs of all ages, throughout New Jersey and the Tri-state area. With training and certifications including but not limited to Home Healthcare, Adult and Child/Infant CPR/First Aid and AED, Crisis Management, Abuse & Neglect,...

Donyel H.

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver And Consultant With Over 20 Years Of Experience

4.5

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I am a Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of experience with Expectant Mothers, Hospice, Respite care, Rehabbing, Special Needs, Home healthcare and Family support. My superpower is the ability to uplift and support people to have their best quality of life especially when it becomes even more complicated. I understand...

4.0

"Donyel was loving and thoughtful with our children. She played with them both actively and creatively. Our children loved her. "

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Ashley M.

$14-19/hr • 2 yrs exp

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Social Work Graduate, awaiting LSW. Experience working with at-risk youth in crisis situations, and after-school settings. CPR/AED/ First Aid Certified Currently a Full-Time employee as a Qualified Mental Health Professional and Crisis/Outreach Manager. Has own transportation. Currently learning Spanish and taking classes, can...

Lindsay P.

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Lindsay and I am 30 years old. I have 7 years of experience as a Special Education Teacher and at a local children's museum! I am currently a Director at a Learning Center. I started babysitting when I was 14. Since then I have taken care of babies, toddlers, school-aged children, special needs children, etc. My...

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"We've had Lindsay as our nanny for almost a year and we love her. Both of my kids are little and have a ton of energy and she keeps up with them with no problem. She's responsible punctual and I trust her. I...

Reviewed by Carolyn P.

Christine S.

$16-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny/Babysitter

3.4

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I passed the Nanny Basic Skills test. I worked with special needs children for five years. I was a preschool teacher. I have been a nanny/babysitter with children ranging from age newborn to 11. I have my CPR/First Aid cards. I enjoy working with children! I have my CNA and EKG technician certificate. I hope I can help your...

5.0

"Give Christine an in person interview. She far exceeds everything we were looking for in a caregiver for our son. She arrives a few minutes early. She is super attentive. She has the experience you are looking...

Reviewed by Joe K.

Sydney R.

Batavia, IL

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Summer Nanny

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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...

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"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.

Kristen K.

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Extremely Organized And Reliable. Loving And Consistent. Dependable And Fun.

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I am extremely reliable and dependable. I can manage a household of many schedules, care for children and pets, and keep a clean and organized home. I offer many references who can verify my reliability, attention to detail, and efficient use of time while providing a loving and fun atmosphere with special outings for children....

5.0

"Kristen is an excellent sitter. Professional, education background and works well with my daughter who has behavior focused challenges. Highly recommend Kristen!"

Reviewed by Michael L.

Alexandria N.

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

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-food handling certification -5+ years of experience with children -experience with twins -extensive experience with pets My goal is to motivate students to become successful and independent learners. I find creative and fun ways to help children with progressing! I have experience with special needs children and I pride myself...

3.0

"While Alexandria was very sweet and great with my child, I am upset that she arrived 7 minutes late with no call or text to notify us of her tardiness. If not for that, we would book her again."

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Canan M.

$15-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

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I currently take care of a child who has specuial needs. I assist with eating ,changing, changing feeding machine, comforting, and constructing activities. I am going to school currently for early childhood education. Please message me with details regarding a position.

Ryann B.

$13-15/hr • 9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter For All Ages & Family Sizes

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As a babysitter with nine years of experience, I am passionate about nurturing and supporting children's growth. My creative and friendly nature allows me to connect easily with children and their families. I believe in open and honest communication, and I follow the parents' preferred method to ensure we are on the same page...

5.0

"Amazing sitter!! Extremely good with kids and helpful around the house. So kind with an amazing work ethic!"

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April L C.

Sandwich, IL

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Trustworthy, Kind And Reliable Caregiver

5.0

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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.

Donyel H.

$35-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny, Let's Learn And Play!

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Learning and Playing with children has blessed me with the most wonderful memories of all! Teaching a child to express themselves and communicate through music and sign language (ASL) and watching their frustrations ease, are some of the reasons I became a Nanny. I am a Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of experience...

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"Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had! She's responsible, reliable, loving, nurturing and taught our daughter...

Reviewed by Maria G.

Cassidy T.

Bolingbrook, IL

$14-19/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

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I have worked with kids on the spectrum before and actually all throughout my middle school years I was in clubs revolving around being there for them. I also have babysat a girl with Down syndrome and her sister so I know how to attend to both child's needs.

Janine C.

$28/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Will Treat Your Child(ren) Like My Own! Occupational Therapy Practitioner And Pro Photographer

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Hello! My name is Janine and I am the Mama to an amazing 13-year-old boy. I have worked with caring for, teaching, and bringing love into children's lives for about 22 years. I have been a lead teacher for 6 years (infants and toddlers), and have been a nanny for 7 different families in the past. I am an occupational therapy...

5.0

"Janine was our part-time nanny for our daughter from when she was 3-months old until about 1.5 years, and continues to watch her occasionally when we need a sitter. We couldn't be happier with the love and care...

Reviewed by Molly E.

Tina B.

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hey there! I'm Tina, a passionate caregiver with 3 years of Special Education teaching experience. I prioritize celebrating diversity and accommodating different learning styles, drawing from my unique neurodivergent perspective. As an identical twin, I understand the dynamics of multiples and foster individual growth within a...

5.0

"Tina is sweet and reliable. She is great with my son, and I still hire her when she's home! I wish she didn't have to go away to school. She's very inclusive and communicative"

Reviewed by Regina R.

Bradi O.

Plainfield, IL

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Speech Language Pathologist Student- Nanny/Babysitter

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Hello! My name is Bradi and I am a graduate student at University studying speech-language pathology. I have a passion for working with children of all ages. I have been babysitting since I was old enough to take a babysitting certification class through the park district at the age of 12. I have babysat for countless families...

Virginia R.

Plainfield, IL

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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My name is Virginia and I am 46 years old. I have worked in a daycare setting for about 24 years. I have worked as a nanny/sitter and have experience with infants through school age for a number of years. In 2008, I graduated with a BA degree in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Early Childhood Education Special...

Lara B.

$15-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

Present And Attentive Experienced Caregiver

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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...

5.0

"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.

Allison R.

$18-40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Former Nursing Assistant

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I have worked in 2 memory care nursing home units. I have also worked with adults with special needs at Marklund Home. I love listening and am empathetic to dementia residents. I understand the need for dignity in care.

Precious D.