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Special needs caregivers in Colgate, WI

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Maria F.


Brookfield, WI

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(9)

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Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Maria, I'm 25 years old, and I have years of experience as a childcare provider. I have cared for babies as young as 2 days old thru kids up to 13yrs old, and up to three children at a time. I also have provided care for children with special needs. I have been working as a full-time nanny since mid-2020,...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maria cared for our daughter from 3 months to 16 months. She is punctual, dependable, and a great communicator. She immediately assimilated into our daily routine and developed a strong bond with our daughter. She’s all we could have hoped for in a caregiver - and...

Alexis Z.

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Emily G.


New Berlin, WI

$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Former Teacher Ready To Care For Your Family

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

As a nanny, teacher, and former day care assistant, I have worked with infants through high school seniors. I love watching kids grow into responsible and thoughtful young people. As a nanny, I have handled transportation, school pick-up, activities, outings, feeding, diapers, and medication. I worked as a certified library...
Emily can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emily was a wonderful woman when we met. We just decided to change our lifestyle so we didn't need a nanny as often as we thought. She was very professional and wanted to engage with the kids while there. She asked some great questions and I know if we would have...

Cindi B.

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Sami R.


Brookfield, WI

$10-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Not only have I babysat children with ages ranging from 0-15, but I have also worked as a part-time caregiver/employee in a school for children with special needs (down syndrome, autism, and physical disabilities). I have a license in babysitting, first aid, and CPR all from the Red Cross.
Sami can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Sami is a caring young woman who has become like family to our children; especially our 7-year old son who gets excited that she is coming to babysit yet disappointed that she also has to spend time with his sister. She would promptly return messages about...

Stacey C.

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Marquetta M.


Milwaukee, WI

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

4.2

(5)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Marquetta but I also go by "M" for short. I am 34-year-old and love to work with seniors and special needs. I been taking care senior since I was 16, all starting with my grandparents. 6 years ago I decided that this is the job I can see my self doing for life. I am very compassionate, loving and will go above and...
Marquetta can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Marquetta is amazing, tremendous work ethics, very smart, professional, easy to communicate with, I feel safe when she's providing me with cares, I wish I would've met her sooner !!!"

Jeffrey M.

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Haley H.


Hartford, WI

$15-16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Haley! I'm a pediatric RN and have 14+ years of experience with babysitting. I have lots of experience with newborns to teens and very experienced with watching multiple children at once. I also have a lot of experience with special needs children as well. I have dogs so I'm very comfortable with pets too. CPR...
Haley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Haley watched our children several times. She is on-time, responds to texts and phone calls promptly, is friendly, and my children both liked her. I would definitely hire her again."

Michelle D.

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Isabella C.


Hartford, WI

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

~babysitting/house-sitting/dog-sitting started way back in the fifth grade- experience with newborns up to teenagers, have worked w/special needs children/adults, specific diet/restrictions kids, & many multiple child households. **CURRENTLY** have my own super sweet, smart, & helpful 18-month-old boy looking to bring him with...
Isabella can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Bella babysat our baby girl and she was wonderful! She's sweet, professional, and so attentive to our child. She's a keeper for sure! We would recommend her to anyone and we will continue her babysitting services."

Will D.

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Caitlin M.


Milwaukee, WI

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been a foster parent for the past 10 years, but before that I have been caring for children since I was 13 years old thought Sunday school and babysitting opportunities! As a special needs foster mom I am passionate about caring for people with different abilities. I have cared for infants, children, teens, and adults...
5.0
"Caitlin is amazing! We love having her help. She has a wonderful connection with my son, he literally dances when he hears that Caitlin is coming the day. He is so Independent playing with Caitlin that I can truly disconnect and get other things done. With her...

Julia K.

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Kayla H.


Waukesha, WI

$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a positive and thoughtful individual that absolutely loves the outdoors. I am a school-based occupational therapist and am CPR/First Aid certified. I worked at a summer camp for six years for children and adults with special needs (deaf/HOH, blind/VI, intellectual disability, type one diabetes, ADHD, Autism). I also have...
Kayla can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kala dials into the child's personality right away and relates very easy to kids that have special needs. She's trustworthy, enjoys what she does and is a person to look up to for kids and youth. Kala is the type of person you would want to have in your life not...

Brian R.

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Kayla H.


Waukesha, WI

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I spent the last five summers working as a counselor and on the Administration team at a summer camp for children and adults with special needs. I have been a nanny previously for a family with three children, as well as, a family with two children with Cerebral Palsy. I also did before and after school care for a child on the...
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Amy B.


Grafton, WI

$15-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Over 12 Years Experience In The Healthcare Field

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a real estate agent, & I do other jobs in my spare time. I love animals and have or have had a wide variety of pets from, currently dog, rabbits, iguanas, leopard geckos, cats, rats, ferret, birds including African Grey, snakes the largest being an 8ft red tail boa. I also volunteer & teach youth & serve on the...
5.0
"Amy is great with kids and animals. The children always have a fun time."

Clara P.

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Holly K.


Milwaukee, WI

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Summer Nanny/ Caregiver

I have 1 year of experience working with the elderly, I have 4 years of experience working with special needs children of all ages ranging from 0-14 I can do most work needed such as meal prep, transportation, dressing and more.
Holly can also help with: Dementia, errands, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Jessica E.


Milwaukee, WI

$25-32/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hi! I have been caregiving for around 5 years. I have experience with various disabilities including dementia, FML, MS, and Parkinsons. I also work with special needs education. Please contact me if I can assist you.
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
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Miranda B.


Waukesha, WI

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Miranda . I am a pediatric emergency room nurse at Children's Wisconsin, looking for a flexible part-time nanny position! I have pediatric medical experience, as well as 13 years of babysitting/nannying for families. I have experience working with special needs children, as my younger sister has special needs....
Miranda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Amir N.


Brookfield, WI

$13-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

About Me

Certified Nursing Assistant 18 y/o BLS Certified Nursing Student Has a valid drivers license Experience w/ special needs children, long term care, dementia
Amir can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Educated, professional, and reliable caregiver seeking short-term or part-time job opportunities. I have experience working with aging adult and special needs populations through my career as a Social Worker.
Gabriella can also help with: Errands, transportation
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Lisa C.


Milwaukee, WI

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always enjoyed taking care of the elderly and also people with special needs including children. Have been with the same family for seven years. Have always been kind, loyal, and treated the elderly with respect and dignity. Duties I do personal care, cooking, cleaning, transportation even scheduling appointments. Most...
Lisa can also help with: Respite care, dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Maya H.


Cedarburg, WI

$18/hr • 7 yrs exp

I Have Worked And Ran A Summer Camp For 3 Years

i'm really good at calming down children when they are upset, i've worked with kids with special needs before, I have babysat newborns-13-year-olds, im really good with pets except reptiles haha. I can also do chores around the house if needed and take the kids on fun adventures!
Maya can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I am a college graduate with experience in recreational therapy. I have worked with kids with special needs for 4 years and have work with infants- school aged kids for 5 years. I have a lot of experience working with children and plan to do a lot of creative activities.
Nikayla can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Madeline B.


Milwaukee, WI

$18-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

I am the oldest of five and I grew up not only caring for my sibling, but countless other families. I am passionate about quality child care and I'm looking forward to having children of my own. I've worked with children of all ages and enjoy working on schoolwork from all grades. When free time arises, I enjoy sharing my love...
Madeline can also help with: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

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Levi V.


Milwaukee, WI

$20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi there, my name is Levi. I am a certified peer support specialist with 7 years of experience in social work and direct care provider roles. I have 6 years of experience working with children with diagnosis such as Autism, Apraxia, ADHD, ODD, PTSD, Bipolar, DMDD, and more. I am CPR certified, trained in Trust-Based...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Colgate, WI

Maria F.

5.0

Maria cared for our daughter from 3 months to 16 months. She is punctual, dependable, and a great communicator. She immediately assimilated into our daily routine and developed a strong bond with our daughter. She’s all we could have hoped for in a caregiver - and she’s also an excellent baby...

- Alexis Z.

Emily G.

5.0

Emily was a wonderful woman when we met. We just decided to change our lifestyle so we didn't need a nanny as often as we thought. She was very professional and wanted to engage with the kids while there. She asked some great questions and I know if we would have hired her we would have been happy...

- Cindi B.

Sami R.

5.0

Sami is a caring young woman who has become like family to our children; especially our 7-year old son who gets excited that she is coming to babysit yet disappointed that she also has to spend time with his sister. She would promptly return messages about babysitting for us and always arrives a...

- Stacey C.

Marquetta M.

5.0

Marquetta is amazing, tremendous work ethics, very smart, professional, easy to communicate with, I feel safe when she's providing me with cares, I wish I would've met her sooner !!!

- Jeffrey M.

Haley H.

5.0

Haley watched our children several times. She is on-time, responds to texts and phone calls promptly, is friendly, and my children both liked her. I would definitely hire her again.

- Michelle D.

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