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Bridget F.
Pewaukee, WI
$24/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hello! I would be so honored and excited to care for your kiddos! I am new to the Chicago area, but my fiancé has lived here for about two years, so I am very familiar with the city. I went back to school last year at UW-Madison to pursue a nursing degree, which I will complete in May! After successfully completing the NCLEX in...
Bridget can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
I specifically have experience working with Autism and ADHD as I've held jobs as a behavior therapist as well as currently a special needs tutorer. I'm passionate about meeting the needs of the kiddos themselves while also carrying out the parents' wishes and concerns. Each kiddo is valuable and unique, and I love being able to...
1.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have a 16-year-old son, I have worked in the past with special needs children, and currently watch an infant 2-3 evenings a week. I have also done occasional child care for friends throughout the years. I do have a job at the moment as a CNA, but can work around it if necessary. I am CPR certified, have my own transportation,...
Amber can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
*No minimum hours, flexible respite care. Certified Medical Assistant with 28 years of clinic medical experience. I can help with transportation services, basic medical management, meal preparation, medication monitoring, companion care, dog duties and so on. I have an associate degree as a Certified Medical Assistant from...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Hello!
My name is Whitney. I feel extremely blessed that you have chosen to view me as a possibility to work with your child. I have recently become a mommy to a beautiful son and I believe family is the most important thing to me and your child as well. I have a child in my family with severe Autism who I helped watch growing...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have regularly cared for relatives and neighborhood children for 6 years now. I also have experience caring for specials needs children. Some of the activities I enjoy with the children are playing outside, going to the park, board games and art. A few of my interests are singing, playing my ukelele and painting! At the moment...
Allie can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
I have 20 plus years of experience working with students from 4K-12th grade in all categories of Special Education. I have current experience working closely with students having Autism, Downs Syndrome, or M. S. I also have experience working with patients/clients in my Massage Business that have/had Cancer, Parkinson's, early...
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have worked with many different special needs clients since becoming a CNA in 2005. I have worked with both children and adults and just love being able to make a difference in someone's life and make them happy!
Curtis N.
Menomonee Falls, WI
$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Certified Nursing Assistant That Works As A Special Education Assistant In School Systems
As things turn out, I have been a caregiver most of my life. It's been one of my proudest accompllishments and greatest joys. I cared for my siblings from the time I was 11 until 16 and then became an orderly my senior year of high school. After college I met my wife, who already had a newborn, and I so enjoyed the adventure....
I am an early childhood special education teacher. I have taught for six years in Menomonee Falls. I have a 1-year-old daughter who I would prefer to come with me. But have care for her if needed. Before teaching I have coached a variety of sports, and have been a lead staff for various summer recreation programs. I have...
Addison F.
Germantown, WI
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Responsible And Fun Caretaker For Special Needs Individuals
I am a proud older sister of a 22-year-old lady with Downs syndrome. I raised her with the help of my father and have over 15 years experience taking care of others with Special Needs. I am extremely outgoing, responsible and always gentle. I understand what it takes and the patience involved in care taking for those with...
Dawn A.
Sussex, WI
$22-28/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been doing home care for 20+ years. I have experience with autism, brain injuries, cognitive disabilities, spinal cord injuries and etc. I also have experience with changing of dressings, tube feedings, medication management, ROM, transfers and etc. I also have years of experience using a hoyer lift. I get great...
Amanda K.
Milwaukee, WI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Caring, Empathetic Special Educator Looking For Summer 2018 Position
4.9
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My mom tells me that it was very early on in life that she knew I had a special, caring, empathetic heart. This has been evident in the ways I have cared for others throughout my life, starting when I was still a child. My first babysitting gig was when I was just 10 years old. Since then, my experience is vast, covering ages...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Being a first time mom I was so nervous to hire my first sitter but Amanda put all my nerves at ease! She is the sweetest person and is so good with our daughter. I trust her 100% and I am able to enjoy date nights with my husband and have someone to rely on when...
Care member
5.0
(1)
I have had experience in the field and with my family and previous job opportunities. Also I am willing to learn or getting training on anything that I lack knowledge in.
Shimika N.
Waukesha, WI
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Shimika. I live in Milwaukee. I love traveling with my family and friends. I loving helping families with special needs because I know how difficult it can be to deal. My brother grew up with special needs. It has always have a special place in my heart because of him. My mother struggled with all 5 of us...
5.0
"Shimika has been a dream come true with taking care of my quadriplegic sister. She is always on time, has great communication, and so very helpful. She is always there to pitch in when we are in a bind!"
Shelly B.
Emily G.
New Berlin, WI
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with children and they have been a part of my life in some capacity at almost all times. I've had experience as a nanny, babysitter and worked with special needs children in a professional capacity. I am a mom of a wonderful 4-year-old!
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily has watched our two girls since July of 2018. They are ages 3 and 1.5 now. She is great and we absolutely love her! She takes them out to the park or library for fun outings and also comes up with great ideas to keep them entertained at home."
Amanda L.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Melanie and I love working with kids of all ages as well as adults with special needs. I graduated with a psychology degree in 2021 and my doctorate in occupational therapy this past May! I have worked at various day and overnight camps, including those specialized for individuals with disabilities. I have...
Melanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Melanie was great! She was super fast to respond and arrived right on time. She did a great job and would hired again! :)"
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Mikaela!
I am a college student in the Milwaukee area . I have worked with several families through babysitting and nannying over the past 5-6 years. I have experience with kids with special needs, eating disorders, autism, and kids full of spirit. I have cared for infants all the way to teenagers!:)
I am...
Mikaela can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Mikaela is spectacular! Our little guy instantly loved her and felt safe. We just moved to Wisconsin and feel incredibly fortunate to find Mikaela on care.com. When we first reached out, she gave us a number of references and they all were glowing. We now...
Care member
Grace S.
Milwaukee, WI
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
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Dear prospective families,
I would love to work for your family. I am a Registered Nurse with over 12 years of experience working with children. Just looking for a side job to save money for my wedding. Currently, I work Monday through Friday 8-4:30 at a OBGYN office. I previously worked as a labor and delivery nurse for 4...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
My name is Kate. I am 28 years old and have been working with kids and babysitting since I was about 12. I have cared for children of every age, and up to 5 kids at a time. Also, I've worked with special needs kids and adults and am a great caregiver for people with extra needs. I have a nephew who is 8 and a niece who is 3, who...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Showed up on time for meeting. The kids warmed up to her right away. Seems very kind, intelligent, and dependable. We look forward to working with her."
Jessica F.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Colgate, WI
Amanda K.
5.0
Amanda is a true expert on kids and caretaking. She is so responsive and considerate and she gives great updates after she has babysat.
- Care member
Shimika N.
5.0
Shimika was great with our adult son with special needs. She was dependable, punctual and willingly took on the unique needs of our son. I would hire her again if she was ever available and interested.
- Kurt G.
Emily G.
5.0
Dependable and willing to be flexible with an often times hectic schedule. Kids always enjoy "Emily days".
- Adam H.
Melanie M.
5.0
Melanie was great! She was super fast to respond and arrived right on time. She did a great job and would hired again! :)
- Care member
Mikaela M.
5.0
Mikaela is spectacular! Our little guy instantly loved her and felt safe. We just moved to Wisconsin and feel incredibly fortunate to find Mikaela on care.com. When we first reached out, she gave us a number of references and they all were glowing. We now understand why. The first weekend Mikaela...
- Care member
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