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52 special needs caregivers are listed in Appleton, WI

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Appleton, WI

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Davida C.


Appleton, WI

$18-24/hr • 7 yrs exp

Caring And Creative Nanny

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a cheerful and patient caregiver. I have 6 years of professional childcare experience, 3 of those working with children with special needs. I have experience with 1mo-15yo and multiples. My adult and pediatric CPR/AED/first-aid was updated in 08. 22 and I have completed coursework in early childhood education through...
Davida can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Davida is amazing! She cared for our 3 kids (ages 9, 4, and 5mo) and went above and beyond. We had no expectations for bedtime, yet arrived home to all 3 kids happily in bed. Most importantly, the kids absolutely adore her. We can't wait to have Davida back!"

Lindsay T.

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Amy S.


Appleton, WI

$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

-Currently working as a ABA therapist. (2 1/2) -Nannied previously (3yrs) - I am willing to become certified in necessary care credentials (with compensation)
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Suzanne S.


Appleton, WI

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I have experience with children with special needs. My mom was a special education teacher at my school when I was growing up.
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Brittani F.


Appleton, WI

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

The past four years, I have worked with a board spectrum of autistic children, cerebral palsy, downs, etc. I have worked in a respite care facility and have done in home respite care.
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Laura E.


Appleton, WI

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Laura, and I'm looking to be a big sister and mentor figure in my neighborhood. I enjoy staying active through hiking or a trip to the YMCA. Indoors I'm pretty crafty, with painting and knitting. I have three cats and go to school part time for my bachelors degree. I already have my Associates in arts and science! 1+...
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Davida C.


Appleton, WI

$18-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Calm And Caring Nanny

Hi! My name is Davida. I have a passion for caring for disabled children, and learning more about the best ways to provide disabled people care, support, and companionship. My passion was formed in my teen years as a primary caretaker for an autistic family member. I pride myself on being a patient and kind person and finding...
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Annabelle J.


Appleton, WI

$12-17/hr

Looking For Part-time Opportunites

Hello, my name is Annabelle and I am looking to help families with everyday activities and part-time caregiving over the summer. I am currently studying psychology at UWO and hope to one day be a psychiatrist. I have taken 4 child development classes in which I learned how to preform CPR on all ages. I love children, I have been...
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Mollie S.


Appleton, WI

$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi there. I have worked with children and adults with special needs my entire adult life. During college I worked as a line therapist working with children with ASD. Once I graduated, I decided to explore the adult world and worked as a legal guardian for adults with disabilities. But after doing that for a few years, I realized...
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Hannah W.


Appleton, WI

$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

I find joy in helping children learn and master new skills as well as gaining independence in their daily activities. I have been working with students with special needs since graduating college. I have primarily worked with students with Autism, ADHD, and Down Syndrome. I enjoy creating fun and engaging ways and games to help...
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Samee V.


Appleton, WI

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Samee! I have been a nanny on and off for 15+ years. I have extensive experience with children that have special needs including but not limited to Down Syndrome, ADHD, Autism, anxiety, and depression. I love doing activities outdoors as well as crafts and games inside. I also encourage fun, creative, educational games...
Samee can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Hollie J.


Appleton, WI

$15-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part Time To Full Time Caregiver Avalible

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting and care giving for children since I was about 12 years old, from the neighbors children to family friends. The kids that I have watched ranged from ages 6 months old to about 10. I have taken care of one child who had special needs who was 6. For a few summers in a row, I had summer jobs of babysitting...
Hollie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Heidi M.


Appleton, WI

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny Available Starting April 1

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education. I am CPR and first aid certified. I am also well versed in Safe Sleep and car seat safety with future aspirations to become a Child Passenger Safety Technician. I have professional experience as a preschool teacher, daycare teacher, and nanny. I have worked with...
Heidi can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Tatiyanna H.


Appleton, WI

$18-24/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello There. My name is Tatiyanna. I am currently 22 and started babysitting when I was 15. I love kids and have taken many child development classes in high school. In fact in one of the classes I had to plan and present a whole lesson plan to a preschool class that was developmentally appropriate yet fun. I have been a...
Tatiyanna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Carlie H.


Appleton, WI

$12-17/hr • 2 yrs exp

I provided ABA therapy and respite for kids on the spectrum. I am knowledgeable with medical, my mother is a nurse and I learn very quickly.

Valerie H.


Appleton, WI

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello. I'm Valerie and mom to 3 fantastic kids. My kids are 17, 15, &11. I've been a substitute teacher at Kimberly School District for the past 6 years. I was asked to teach special education at Sunrise Elementary last school year from Feb-May due to an unexpected opening. I have numerous references from teachers and friends....
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Amber S.


Neenah, WI

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello. I am currently available to nanny, babysit, clean, or pet sit. I have a lot of experience with kids and animals. I have 10 siblings (two of them being special needs, so I have been exposed to different types of care) , I am babysitting and CPR certified, and I also assisted with the special needs kids program at my school...
Amber can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Carley W.


Neenah, WI

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Carley, and I am a graduate student studying to get my Master's in Occupational Therapy. I am home for a few months while completing my last clinical rotation. I have several years of experience in caring for individuals of all ages (birth to elderly), including working with special needs populations and...
Carley can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Heidi D.


Menasha, WI

$12-17/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a very patient, reliable and caring person. I have many years of experience caring for children and others. I am willing to do additional tasks if requested. I am first aid and CPR trained. I have my own transportation as well. I'm able to provide a supervised and safe environment for your kiddos!
5.0
"Heidi is friendly and very kind. She replies to communication promptly and is very punctual as well. Our special needs son was comfortable with her right from the start."

Dawn C.

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Jody B.


Kaukauna, WI

$8-25/hr

Joyful Caregiver

I have decades of helping families in need of special care and respite for their sweet adult children. As a homeschooling mother of two grown children (now in college) I have time to give. Most of my life I have been able to serve the special needs community, and elderly community. I have a number of years experience as a CNA...
Jody can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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