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Special needs caregivers in Darien, WI

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Roxanne H.


Darien, WI

$16-25/hr3 yrs exp

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I have been working with kids as early as I can remember. I started working with teens and adults/seniors in my 20's. So whether it was in the nursery, with family and friends, working in schools, or through agencies or Care. com I have been involved in many different peoples lives and living arrangements. My skills include...
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Mary Jo N.


Delavan, WI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Active Sitter For Your Active Child

5.0

(3)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have over 10 years of experience as a paraprofessional for students, behavioral disorder students and students with special needs. I am a mother of 3 adult children and 3 grandchildren. I have been a part time nanny for 1 1/2 years to a wonderful family with 4 children. I have also cared for children at Grand Geneva...
Mary Jo can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Mary Jo was awesome with my kids, they had such a good time with her! She was super friendly and was willing to come to the resort where we were staying to watch them, which made it super convenient for me since I was there for a wedding. It was also nice to know...

Amanda G.

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Karla D.


Delavan, WI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Great Listener/and Companion

I have a beautiful 18 years old son who has autism. He is high functioning with social skills ever improving. I love to see him laugh and create. He makes me passionate to find joy in everyday living, to not take life too seriously. We work though things like communicating his needs. He gets high praises and rewards when tasks...
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Karen H.


Delavan, WI

$43/hr10 yrs exp

Mrs. K

Hello, I am 56 and have just become semi retired, I worked in OB/Gyn for 30 years for a private practice as a Medical assistant and office administrator. Then the opportunity came along for me to work for a Natural gas company for the last 5 years. I have 3 children of my own and 3 step children. They range from ages 26 to 16,...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Brett W.


Delavan, WI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Brett. I'm 61yrs of age. I'm a care provider with 10 yrs+ of experience taking care of the handicap and the disabled. I'm energetic and enjoy both outdoor and indoor activities. I will assist with meal preparation, run errands and light housekeeping as needed. I'm a skilled handyman as well. Thank you for...
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Chelsea B.


Sharon, WI

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hello I am Chelsea! I have chosen care giving as a career path. Caring for those in need brings my life so much joy. I like working directly with a family because I believe being a good care giver is also developing a relationship with my client and their family so they feel comfortable with me and the family can be at ease...
I have a nephew who is autistic, as well as a cousin I love taking them out to museums the libraries sometimes we would go swimming let get out and about to not only enjoy them self's but also interacting with other children or even just being outside in the fresh air going on walks going to parks. I don't mind doing anything...
I have cared for people of all ages and backgrounds in various formal and informal settings. I have experience assisting patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia working for the county in a nursing home. From there I worked with kids as a Nursery Coordinator in my church while nannying/babysitting and attending school for Special...
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Julia R.


Whitewater, WI

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! I have many years of experience working with children ages 3 months - 12+ years old. I have previously worked as a nanny, special needs caregiver, early childhood education (3-4k) classroom aide, substitute teacher, and tutor. I have a bachelor's degree in communication sciences and disorders. I am currently...
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Julia was an incredible babysitter. My daughter loved her, and she went above and beyond what was asked of her. We would hire her again in a heartbeat, and you should, too!"

Kelsey and John C.

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Kaitlin J.


Janesville, WI

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Kaitlin. I recently moved to Wisconsin with my husband and our 2-year-old. Before moving here I was a nanny in Oklahoma City for a family with a little girl that had special needs. I loved it so much, and was heartbroken to leave. I have been nannying for 5 years and I wouldn't want any other job. My dream one day...
Kaitlin can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlin is absolutely amazing with a heart of gold. The care she provided for our daughter and even our entire family was far and above expectations. She cared for our daughter as if she was her own. Our daughter had medical conditions (trach and feeding tube) and...

Michael K.

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Kristy K.


Janesville, WI

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver For All Ages, Companion Care, Meal Prep Or Light Housekeeping. 20+ Years Medical Exp.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a married mother of two boys. I love working with people. My oldest is 21 and in the Air force and my youngest is 13. I have been a CNA since 1996 and was working on my nursing degree and stopped to be a mom. I'm looking for full to part time work and can very my hours to your needs.. I worked in hospitals, home health...
Kristy can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, respite care, personal care
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Kristy is a wonderful caregiver. She is attentive to her clients' physical needs and emotions. She is warm, caring, and humorous. Most importantly, she is very good at what she does! As an employee, she is also punctual, hard working, and willing to take on new...

Renee W.

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Andrea B.


Elkhorn, WI

$25/hr1 yrs exp

Dedicated Caregiver, Who Makes Others Feel Cared For And Safe.

I have 24 years of experience being a caregiver with the elderly, special needs, and physically disabled. So if you need someone to help with your loved one or yourself in your home to keep them or you in their home, I would be happy to give you my time and energy. The last few years I have been handling hospice care for the...
Andrea can also help with: Companionship, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Drea is a very kindhearted person. She puts her whole heart into her work. You won't ever have to worry about her not showing up, and she will care for your loved one as one of her own."

Jessalyn K.

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Jennifer B.


Fort Atkinson, WI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

The Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a creative, nature-loving, down-to-earth, married mother of 2 wonderful grown children. I was a foster parent for about 25 special needs children/infants over the years, and I've been nannying for the past 7 years. My passion is nurturing and encouraging littles to learn and grow into polite and independent children....
Jennifer can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Jenn has watched my two boys and I say from the bottom of my heart that she is the most dependable, hard-working, creative, and caring person that I have ever met. I never had a doubt in my mind leaving my babies in her care when I left for work. She gives 100% to...

Amy B.

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Tasha G.


Fort Atkinson, WI

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Tasha G.

I have been doing in home work for the last three years. My in home position was with a 71-year-old woman with MS, along with mesothelioma. I showered her, brushed teeth, did ileostomy care, straight cathed her, and provided range of motion everyday. Prior to that I worked in an assisted living for 2. 5 years. I have worked...
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Tracey W.


South Beloit, IL

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Love To Help Others Out

Stay at home mom that now has independent teenagers that don't need mom to be home all the time or that need to be driven to practices. Looking to help out others families while also making extra money (because teenagers are expensive lol). Experience taking care of Special need kids.
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Haley G.


Whitewater, WI

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

Fun And Caring!

2.0

(1)

I have gotten my Registered Behavioral Technician certificate this past year and have been working with kids from ages 4-10 who have autism, for a little over a year. Before I became an RBT, I worked in multiple daycares as a lead and assistant teacher. I try to use positive language around the kids I work with and currently...
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Brandi S.


Milton, WI

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Bubbly Attitude With A Caring Heart

I have 10 years of experience in Social Work and working with children and young adults. I graduated from UW Whitewater with a Social Work and Human Services Degree in 2015. From severe mental health diagnosis to ASD and DD diagnosis, I am your girl for providing care to your littles. Case Manager and Social Worker by day,...
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Sandra R.


Elkhorn, WI

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Hi families: My name is Sandy and I have 2 years of experience working with children as a Nanny, and also I have experience with Special Needs. I can help with Spanish Lessons, crafts, and a lot of fun. I have CPR certificate. I am so organized person, neat and responsible. I can provide you references. Thank you so much.
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Michelle R.


Roscoe, IL

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

Hello! And thank you for taking the time to find out a little bit about me! I have always enjoyed working with children. I began babysitting and nannying when I was 13. I obtained my degree in Early Childhood Education. I have worked in three Early Childhood Centers, two in Rockford and one in Huntley. At each center, I taught...
Michelle can also help with: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Britney M.


Elkhorn, WI

$15-30/hr7 yrs exp

Fun And Trustworthy Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Britney and I have been babysitting for about 6 years now. I know CPR, the Heimlich, and know how to work with special needs kiddos. I am willing to do just about anything you need me to do whether that's a grocery run, watching some kiddos, or doing light cleaning around your house. :) I have experience with special...
Britney can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Darien, WI

Mary Jo N.

5.0

Mary Jo was a wonderful babysitter for our little 11 month old girl. She arrived early and was super flexible as we were staying in a hotel room so there were some logistics to figure out. She took my daughter to a nearby playground and sent lots of cute pictures! She also put her to bed and shared...

- Ria S.

Julia R.

5.0

Julia was an incredible babysitter. My daughter loved her, and she went above and beyond what was asked of her. We would hire her again in a heartbeat, and you should, too!

- Kelsey and John C.

Kaitlin J.

5.0

Kaitlin is absolutely amazing with a heart of gold. The care she provided for our daughter and even our entire family was far and above expectations. She cared for our daughter as if she was her own. Our daughter had medical conditions (trach and feeding tube) and Kait learn everything needed and...

- Michael K.

Kristy K.

5.0

Kristy is a wonderful caregiver. She is attentive to her clients' physical needs and emotions. She is warm, caring, and humorous. Most importantly, she is very good at what she does! As an employee, she is also punctual, hard working, and willing to take on new responsibilities. She earns an A+...

- Renee W.

Andrea B.

5.0

Super conscientious and meticulous. Took care of our two dogs like they were her own

- Care member

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