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Find special needs caregivers in Cross Plains, WI that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cross Plains, WI

The average posted rate is $13/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Cross Plains, WI

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Jessica C.


Verona, WI

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun And Easy Going Sitter., Love Kids Of Any Age And Love To Do Fun Activities

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Hello, my name is Jessica. I am a fun and easy going sitter. I love to do different types of activities, that are age appropriate. I grew up taking care of kids of all ages, as my mom owned an in home daycare my whole life. I have done induvial babysitting jobs throughout the last 5 years. I can help with travel and swimming...
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Aosai L.


Madison, WI

$13-25/hr2 yrs exp

Goofy And Fun Friend For Children (and Pets)

Originally coming from China, I went to MSU and FSU for two of my master's degrees--MA in Media and Information and MS in Family and Child Sciences. I greatly enjoyed studying family relationships. In 2021, I volunteered at Hang Tough foundation in Tallahassee, which is dedicated to helping families with children who have...
Aosai can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
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Bailey F.


Madison, WI

$10-20/hr1 yrs exp

Caring for others has always been my motivation, desire and dream. I graduated from school in 2019 to become an Occupational Therapy Assistant. As an Occupational Therapy Assistant I work with the individual and focus on meaningful tasks and ways to increase their ability to complete those tasks with or without assistance or...
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Christy L.


Madison, WI

$25-40/hr1 yrs exp

Patience And Goofiness Abound!

When I was in middle school I got connected with a parenting support group. Suddenly all my clients lived with Down Syndrome and my life was changed. In high school I volunteered for special Olympics. I have teens in my life who live with Autism. I have years of experience working with older adults, dementia and end of life...
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Olivia H.


Madison, WI

$12-20/hr8 yrs exp

Fun, Artistic, Nature-loving, Creative

Hi! I am a second-year college student who has approximately seven years of experience caring for children, infants, and children with special needs. I have worked on and off through out the past few years in volunteer child care, nannying, and day-care and am looking for a summer nannying or baby-sitting position. I am...
Olivia can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Erik B.


Madison, WI

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs And Elderly Care

I have been a caregiver for over 10 years and love to help people. Very flexible and capable of helping whatever is needed!
Erik can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, live-in home care & more
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Rebecca F.


Middleton, WI

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny Looking For Positions

I discovered a passion for working with children that have special needs after becoming a nanny for two children with an extra need for help. I felt privileged to be their advocate and an amplifier of their voice in medical and educational settings. I truly enjoy taking initiative to learn all I can to help children, and my...
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Cailin A.


Madison, WI

$40/hr7 yrs exp

Private Caregiver

Hi, my name is Cailin and I'm a registered nurse near the West side of Madison. I have worked as a private caregiver for many years and now would like to continue working privately as a nurse for families in need of extra help.
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Alexis L.


Verona, WI

$15-17/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hi I'm Alexis and I am 23 years old. I'm going to school for Nursing and I would love to help anyone out! I have training working with children who have special needs. I have 3 years of experience working in elementary schools and prior to that I worked at Wisconsin Early Autism Project. This past summer I was a caregiver for a...
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Alexis L.


Verona, WI

$16/hr4 yrs exp

Excited Nanny

Hi I'm Alexis and I am 23 years old. I'm going to school to be a nurse! I have been working in elementary schools for the past 3 years. Prior to that I worked with kids with special need in home. I have caregiving experience as well. I love helping out and creating a fun environment to learn and play. I look forward to meeting...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah G.


Madison, WI

$16-21/hr7 yrs exp

I've been a behavioral therapist for kids with autism for the last 4 years! I also regularly babysit for 2 kids with autism once a week. I coach track and field for special Olympics as well
Hello. I'm a caring and loving mother of 4 adult children. I've worked for REM Wi for over 4 years helping people live independently in their own or shared home and 10 years with Agrace Hospice care. I'm a CNA with over 20 + years experience.
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Kathleen L.


Madison, WI

$21-31/hr5 yrs exp

Musician, Baker, Artist, & Big Sister

I'm a 25-year-old college graduate with a major in piano performance! I have years of experience teaching piano to a variety of ages, including special needs. My critical reading and formal logic skills helped me land a tech job at Epic with no experience, and I've been plugging away at that for several years. I'm a little...
Kathleen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Melissa M.


Verona, WI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Melissa. I am a mother of three children ages 21, 19 and 11. I have been working in the healthcare field for over 20+ years and have 21 years of experience with autism/special needs. I am very active and outgoing. I enjoy spending time outdoors, reading, swimming, crafts, traveling, baking and spending time...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Heidi K.


Verona, WI

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Former Licensed Family Daycare Owner Looking For P/T Work In Or Near Verona.

I had a Family Daycare in Verona while my son was growing up. He is now 28. I ran it for 13 yrs, taking care of all ages, licensed for 8 kids. I have lived in Verona for 24 years. I am looking to help out a family or two as I miss the kiddos. I work at my Verona home and typically have flexible hours. I have excellent...
Heidi can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Kate C.


Verona, WI

$19-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experineced Special Needs Caretaker

I have a younger brother with special needs and have specialized in childcare for special needs children for years. I have watched children with cerebral palsy, cognitive impairments, autism, Down's syndrome, global apraxia, and seizure disorders. I have also assisted with remote learning for my brother, and would be happy to...
Over the past 20 years, I have had the pleasure of nurturing and teaching children from birth through young adulthood, including individuals with special needs. I know that my only real interest is working with children/young adults. Not only am I teaching them and giving to them, but they are in exchange giving me so much...
Myria can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Katie S.


Madison, WI

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I moved to Madison last August after completing my Ph. D. in Child Clinical Psychology at University of Virginia. I have a full-time job as a postdoctoral fellow during the week, and would love to become a regular weekend, weeknight, and/or special occasion babysitter for a few local families! I have extensive...
Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katie babysat for our 9-month old after our regular date night babysitter cancelled. Her communication was excellent, and her experience and confidence with young children came through the moment she walked through the door. Our son is active, on the cusp of...

Margot S.

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Betty R.


Madison, WI

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Care

I'm an experienced senior care provider, who has cared for men and women with numerous diagnoses, such as Alzheimer's, dementia, diabetes, heart disease, paralysis, stroke, brain injury, cancer, mental health, special needs, cerebral palsy, dysphagia and hearing loss. Each senior is unique with their own preferences, interests...
Betty can also help with: Dementia, respite care, home modification, personal care
5.0
"After my rotator cuff surgery Betty set up my sleeping area (10 days sleeping while sitting up) and developed a chart for my meds, some of which were every two hours, some every three hours and some every four hours, which was extremely helpful. She also visited...

David S.

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Amanda H.


Madison, WI

$20-32/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello Families! I am a caring, reliable, and compassionate person. Caring for kids over 24+ years. Newborns up to school-agers in all types of educational settings. I am dedicated and calm. I enjoy teaching young kids through developmentally appropriate activities adapted through play & hands-on learning. I enjoy getting down on...
Amanda can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Amanda is a great caregiver, responsible, and mature. We feel safe and comfortable having her watch our children. Our son always says he has fun playing with her. She is able to handle tough situations. We love Amanda!"

Julie B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cross Plains, WI

Katie S.

5.0

Katie is great with kids of all ages, including more challenging situations like caring for twins. She is on time, dependable, and a clear communicator. I just wish she lived closer so we could take advantage of her skilled services on a consistent basis!

- Shannon C.

Betty R.

5.0

After my rotator cuff surgery Betty set up my sleeping area (10 days sleeping while sitting up) and developed a chart for my meds, some of which were every two hours, some every three hours and some every four hours, which was extremely helpful. She also visited to check on my progress and meds.

- David S.

Amanda H.

5.0

Amanda babysat our 2 1/2 year old son for a 10-hour day and agreed to do so at the last minute. Our son had a great time with her. We definitely plan on hiring her again.

- Vicki H.

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