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53 special needs caregivers are listed in Appleton, WI

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Appleton, WI

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Reagan O.


Neenah, WI

$17/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Reagan and I am looking to babysit or nanny for local families this summer! I recently graduated from Concordia Wisconsin and am starting a job at a school in Illinois come August as an Occupational Therapist. Because of my degree and my passion I am very open for working with families who have special needs...
Reagan can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

I have many years experience with children and adults with disabilities caring for them. Before I was married (many years ago;) I was an adult foster provider for a young woman with CP nonverbal, incontinent, and wheelchair bound. I would love to see If I could assist you and your family in some way to experience respite and...
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Erica D.


Combined Locks, WI

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

22 Year Old Caregiver

Hello everyone! My name is Erica and I'm 22 years old. I have 7 years of paid work experience with children and I love what I do. I know that as a caregiver I'm not only there to support the children, but also the parents. That being said, if there is any work you need done outside of caring for children, I am more than willing...
Erica can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Nicole R.


Neenah, WI

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Full Time Experienced Caregiver Available

I currently work as a caregiver in a group home setting. I have multitudes of trainings and I am a certified personal care worker. The caregiving field is something that I love to do and feel as though I excel in. I also have a passion for cooking, and currently am in charge of my group home's budget, menu planning, and cooking....
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Alice C.


Neenah, WI

$14/hr3 yrs exp

I have worked at a swim school for almost 2 years and work with kids regularly, many of them having special needs such as autism. I am CPR and first aid trained, and I have a babysitting certification. I babysit every once in a while. I believe in open communication with parents and prefer to follow their preferred method of...
Alice can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amber S.


Neenah, WI

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

My brother is 12 years old and he is on the spectrum. He has taught me so much and has blown my mind in several ways. In high school, I worked with special needs kids and developed a strong love for their minds and the way they displayed their love. Because of these experiences, I have had the opportunity to learn a lot about...

Gail D.


Menasha, WI

$15-22/hr6 yrs exp

Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a former physical therapist, personal caregiver, and mother to a beautiful grown-up daughter. I love kids of all ages, and I love getting to know them and support them and their parents. I'd describe my personality as honest, caring, and fun. I like working with kids because they are still full of wonder about...
Gail can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Gail D.


Menasha, WI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Doctor Of Physical Therapy

I am a physical therapist with 40 years of clinical experience. I am very intuitive and interactive when it comes to caring for those children and adults with special needs. I love using positive interaction using my touch, voice, and a holistic individual approach to each special individual.
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Laura J.


De Pere, WI

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a currently a special education teacher and as a result my availability is limited. I have worked with children as a babysitter or nanny for over 10 years now. I worked for 2 years as a child care worker with Family Services and 2 year as a direct support professional (working with kids with special needs). I...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We found Laura on Care.com. My 2 young children and I liked her right away. She has been doing a great job for us, I am really grateful we met her. She is sweet, caring, organized, and mature. I would definitely recommend her for your babysitting needs. "

Marie G.

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Amanda K.


Oshkosh, WI

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Tutor, Teacher

I have been a nanny for over 7 years now and have worked with children of all ages and personalities, including twins, multiple children, autism, cerebral palsy, and more. I love children and have a degree in Elementary Education. I hope to find a job within the next year and will be in search of jobs on Care. com until then
5.0
"She's a great person and loves kids and she'll be the greatest care giver for the kids"

Gerardo L.

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Greta B.


De Pere, WI

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

I come from a loving and caring family. I started babysitting in 8th grade. I was asked by my parents friends to watch their children regularly. During my high school career I continued to babysit, and in my summers I took on nanny jobs. My nanny jobs consisted of 10 to 12 hour days. These days consisted of driving the kids to...
Greta can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Greta is compassionate and readily appreciated by people she meets. She holds herself to high standards in efforts she involves herself in."

Sarah O.

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Amanda K.


Oshkosh, WI

$18-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher & Reliable Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! I have 10 years of nanny experience through Care. com and 4 years teaching- working with the little ones is my passion! I am currently looking for a part or full-time position starting ASAP in or near Baraboo. My childcare experience includes working with kids from infancy through pre-teen in home, daycare, and...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Lynette N.


De Pere, WI

$18-50/hr1 yrs exp

I am an infant teacher at a daycare I take care of kiddos as little as 10 weeks up to a year old, but some days I get the opportunity to work with the bigger kiddos. I do have some experience with some special needs children as my brother is autistic.
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Frankie J.


De Pere, WI

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Smile Maker

My most recent family has relocated to another state. I have nannied for their two children for the past three years. They are ages 1 and 3. My responsibilities included:educational learning, art/crafts, providing hair care, driving to&from scheduled activities, doctor/physical therapy appts,&school. I also cook, &provide light...
Frankie can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sayrah B.


Oshkosh, WI

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Babysitter

I have always babysat for family members or family friends but I started working with kids in November 2022 and have consistently since. One thing you should know about me is I come from a big family with lots of kids. I am an aunt to 4 under the age of 10 so I spend a lot of time babysitting. I also work as a youth crisis...
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Brynn G.


De Pere, WI

$19-20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced And Outgoing Caregiver

Hello! My name is Brynn, I have six years experience working and mentoring people within the special needs community. I've worked floor positions which had me performing everyday tasks to working a supervisory position over a CBRF where I was delegated tasks further in detail like doctors appointments and client finances. I am...
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Kelly S.


Brillion, WI

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of experience working with children, including children with special needs. I also have experience running and owning my own State licensed family day care. I was nursery supervisor for 2 Christ the King churches (Combined Locks and Sherwood). I have experience working with children, teens, and adults with...
Kelly can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Ashley P.


De Pere, WI

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

I have worked with special needs children for over 10 years with varying disabilities from children who have gone through some sort of trauma in their life, developmental disorders, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, etc.. I have loved worked with those with special needs since I was in high school which led me to pursue a...
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Kayla R.


De Pere, WI

$13/hr10 yrs exp

As a nurturing caregiver since my early teens (I am now a 38yo mother of an 8yo boy, with multiple nieces and nephews) I am passionate about creating a safe and stimulating environment for children to thrive. I have a special love in my heart and patience for special needs. My goal is to make a positive impact on young lives and...
Kayla can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Appleton, WI

Laura J.

5.0

We found Laura on Care.com. My 2 young children and I liked her right away. She has been doing a great job for us, I am really grateful we met her. She is sweet, caring, organized, and mature. I would definitely recommend her for your babysitting needs.

- Marie G.

Amanda K.

5.0

She's a great person and loves kids and she'll be the greatest care giver for the kids

- Gerardo L.

Greta B.

5.0

Greta is compassionate and readily appreciated by people she meets. She holds herself to high standards in efforts she involves herself in.

- Sarah O.

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