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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 $15/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Cross Plains, WI

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Amanda H.


Madison, WI

$20-32/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

5.0

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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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Kristin R.


McFarland, WI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with children since I became a certified babysitter when I was 11 years old. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education for K-8th grade with a minor in Early Childhood (Birth-3rd). I have been a private tutor for several different children in all grades, from K through 8th grade, to improve their...
Kristin can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kristin is phenomenal! When she watches my son A., she is completely engaged with him. Her teaching background is such a benefit as she's excellent with helping kids learn through play. Not only that, she was able to identify what play activities my child would...

Sara A.

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Catherine A.


Madison, WI

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider Happy To Help :)

Hello families! My name is Catherine. I'm a reliable, nurturing, and experienced care provider. I have 20 years of experience working with children including as a full-time nanny, at a daycare center, and as a care provider for teenagers & adults with special needs. I'm a college grad with a BA in Philosophy, Environmental...
Catherine can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Cat is great with my kids! They love when she babysits. I know I can trust and rely on her. She does fun activities with my 4 and 2 year old.. art, nature walks and games. She's creative and kind."

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Alex M.


Waunakee, WI

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

I have nannied multiple children with special needs in the past. I have watched children that have cerebral palsy, sensorial needs(spd) among other things, Autism and ADHD. I am also at UW- Whitewater. I am currently in my special education semester. I have a field study that requires me to write 2 40+ page portfolios on one...
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Lesly G.


Madison, WI

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Lesly, I'm 27 years old and I'm from Peru. I currently live in Madison, WI. I'd describe my personality as responsible, respectful and outgoing. I have experience working with newborns, babies, toddlers and teens for more than 8 years. I have a bachelor degree in Hospitality Management and I worked as a Spanish...
Lesly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Amazing!! She was kind and the kids loved her!!"

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Marissa L.


Madison, WI

$20-40/hr1 yrs exp

I have worked with seniors and adults with special needs for 1. 5 years to complete activities of daily life, medication management, meal preparation, and some household chores as a DSP.
Marissa can also help with: Live-in home care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
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Mary B.


Madison, WI

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny!

I absolutely love kids. I grew up in a family of 8 and nannied a lot outside of that as well all thru high school. I've nannied professionally in my adulthood and absolutely love it. I strive to provide the best quality childcare. I value getting to know the kids and families and they're my top priority. I've nannied for a wide...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Isabella D.


Madison, WI

$15-17/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter

1.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an 18-year-old high school graduate. I have experience babysitting children of all ages as well as special needs children. I also have experience with overnight babysitting so I am able to help with whatever you need, no matter how many children you have or what needs they may have!
Isabella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Amber P.


Madison, WI

$35-50/hr3 yrs exp

I am a 22-year-old social work student and I have a good amount of experience with kiddos! I have had my internship with children with special needs, and I am CPR/AED certified. I am super flexible with my first job since I work early mornings and Im available afternoon/evenings! I'd describe my personality as outgoing, kind,...
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Amy C.


Madison, WI

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

I have an undergraduate degree in early childhood regular education and special education through Edgewood College (2009). I also have a graduate degree in special education from UW-Superior (2022). I am a third grade teacher in a private school and am looking to provide care over the summer months (until Aug 12 approximately)....
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Cathy M.


Madison, WI

$22-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

RN Caregiver for 39 years Pediatric experience Nanny experience: Infant - school-age Special needs adult, teen, and child experience CPR/BLS Certified
Cathy can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Mary S.


Madison, WI

$14-30/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Carer

Mature care with five years experience caring for children with traumatic backgrounds. some with physical, developmental, and learning disabilities. Others with mental illnesses. I was a foster parent to these children in my home, over a five-year period. I have a deep love for children and a great sense of humor.
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Erin B.


Madison, WI

$24-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have been a Nanny for 20 years. I also worked at UCP and IDS with children and teens with special needs. I worked in home as a line therapist helping implement OT. I would also take the kids or teens out to events to help them socialize. I also have family with special needs. My cousin is 33 and requires a lot of care but she...
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Grace O.


Madison, WI

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

The majority of my experience has been in after school programs, art programs and as a babysitter. I find fulfillment in helping create safe and supportive environments for neurodivergent kids and teens. I believe that all kids are capable of thriving when given the proper resources. My approach depends on age and communication...
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Hailey V.


Oregon, WI

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Childcare Specialist!

Hey there! Need a sitter? I'm here to help :) I am a recent graduate of UIUC with a Bachelor's in Developmental Psychology. I have 10 years of babysitting experience as well as experience working with children with autism, children with behavioral disorders, and children with emotional/psychological disorders. I've worked with...
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Samantha S.


Madison, WI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

I began babysitting when I was about 14 years old and babysat regularly throughout my high school years. I have experience in babysitting kids from the age of 1 through kids in early high school. I also worked as a counselor for a camp for three years. There, I worked as the inclusion counselor for children with special needs. I...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Rayvin W.


Madison, WI

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started working with people who have all types of disabilities. The thing that made me love my job was that I seen how happy I could make 1 or 20 people feel everyday. Being a CNA that works with special needs people is the best thing that I could've ever asked to be and or do. I've learned that everybody learns different and...
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Grace P.


Madison, WI

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

I have many years of experience. I have been a nanny or babysitter to children from 5 months to 12 years. I most recently was a nanny to a 7-month-old and her 3-year-old brother. Before that I worked a nanny-share with 2 2-year-old girls. And before that I worked with a 6-month-old up until she was 14 months old and in the...
Grace can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Chaise P.


Madison, WI

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

UCLA Student Looking For Local Family With Part-time Childcare Needs

Hi, I'm Chaise! I'm a 23-year-old graduate student at UW Madison studying to obtain my Doctor of Pharmacy, with an undergraduate degree from UCLA. I am originally from Elm Grove, WI. I have been babysitting, nannying, tutoring, and working with children since 2012. I have provided childcare for children of all ages (4 mos to 13...
Chaise can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Katie F.


Madison, WI

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Looking To Learn How To Care For Children W/ Special Needs

Hello, welcome and thank you for checking out my Care. com profile! Energetic young professional with childcare experience in both residential and educational environments, looking to learn how to care for children with special needs. Background -Babysitting ages 3 months to 13 years -4 years of experience...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cross Plains, WI

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.

Kristin R.

5.0

Kristin is great! My older two girls love her. She always comes with 1 or 2 of her own activities. She is interactive, dependable and we are lucky to have found her. She stresses work/life balance, which I can appreciate being a working mom of 3!

- Adam K.

Catherine A.

5.0

Catherine is an extremely caring sitter. She always kept the kids engaged and took them to museum and parks. I could tell my kids had a very positive experience with her based on their conversations. She has kept in touch with me even years after I have stopped using her as my kids are older now. I...

- Care member

Lesly G.

5.0

Lesley was great with our rambunctious 3.5 year old daughter.

- Rebecca M.

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