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Zoe R.


La Crescent, MN

$12-17/hr

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Hi! I'm Zoë, a 23-year-old college student currently on the waitlist for nursing school. I currently work as a CNA and have about 3 years of experience. While I do not have any experience babysitting for special needs children, I have nanny/babysitting experience as well as experience working in the healthcare setting. I am...
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Wendy L.


La Crosse, WI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

5.0

(1)

Ive been in healthcare since my 20s . I returned to school through the army reserve. LPN license in 1991. I adopted and raised a son with special needs (physical and mental health). Ive worked in mental health, geriatrics, and hospice. I also really enjoy younger children and teens. I m creative, have a sense of humor enjoy the...
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Dakota M.


La Crosse, WI

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver~ 8+ Years Of Experience!

I have cared for many kiddos from a young age ranging from 6 months-15 years old. I have 3 years of experience working with children of all ages with special needs and am very animal friendly! I work full time during the school year, and part-time during the summer. During the summer, my schedule is very flexible as I only work...
Dakota can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Lacy H.


La Crosse, WI

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Energentic, Caring, Positive, Happy, Aware, Hard Working 21 Year Old Female

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been around children, toddlers, new borns my entire life. I currently work as a CNA with elderly and special needs children near the twin cities. I have seen it all and I love helping people. My all time favorite is taking care of babies. My work experience has built me to become a very patient individual. I like to be...
Lacy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

As the eldest of eight children in my family, I have much experience with caring for children of all ages, I am good with all types of children even those with special needs, and I am currently trying to learn ASL to broaden my knowledge and communicate to others better Because of my experience with children I am confident in my...
Katelynn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alexxus I.


Onalaska, WI

$11-15/hr2 yrs exp

I have been a CNA for a little over two years and I have gotten to work with people who have many different disabilities. I love this type of work and enjoy helping others anyway that I can!
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Shannon R.


Onalaska, WI

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Calm Caregiver

I am a Physical Therapist with 20+ years of experience with many populations, including neuromuscular, behavioral / mental health, and some pediatric / neurodevelopmental. As a parent, I have had to navigate the struggles of sensory processing, ADD, mild ASD, and bipolar conditions. I am current with my CPR and also trauma...
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Christine P.


Onalaska, WI

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have worked with kiddos for about 15 years nannying, mentoring, and as a daycare teacher. I am CPR certified, and have experience working with kiddos with special needs. Currently, I live in Onalaska and am looking for a occasional date night/babysitting jobs. Please message with any questions Thank you! -...
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Emily F.


La Crosse, WI

$17-18/hr8 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I spent 2 years working at a residential care center for kiddos with severe cognitive and behavioral challenges and have found through that work that I have a heart for working with this population. I am skilled at using first-then language, semi-fluent in ASL, I am trained and experienced in sensory brushing protocol, and have...
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David A.


Onalaska, WI

$24-40/hr10 yrs exp

RN

I have 10 years of experience as a nurse in an inpatient psychiatric setting. I'm reliable, fun, and have a good work ethic. My hobbies are photography and woodworking.
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Wendy L.


La Crosse, WI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

CHILDCARE GIVER

I enjoy caring for children of all ages. I raised a son with special needs so I've developed a lot of patience and understanding. I hold a current LPN license and my CPR is updated. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you have regarding my experience. I have a recent background check by two agencies including a...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Amanda P.


La Crosse, WI

$14-23/hr2 yrs exp

Hello!

I am a licensed teacher looking to care for your family during the summer months and/or occasional date nights. I would love to meet your family and see if I am a good fit for your preferred needs.
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Dakota M.


La Crosse, WI

$12-17/hr3 yrs exp

Very Experienced!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been employed through the La Crosse School District as a special education teacher assistant for the past two school years and have also worked as a direct support professional at Chileda for the past 3 years, so I have a lot of experience working with a wide range and variety of diagnoses, people, and ages!
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Julia N.


Houston, MN

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Fun, Creative, And Caring Nanny

Hello! My name is Julia I am a nanny located in the Houston MN area, but I am able to travel to any family. I have been working with kids of all ages as a paraprofessional for the last two years. Specifically I have been working the most with children on the special needs spectrum. Before working as a paraprofessional I spent...
Julia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Halle B.


La Crosse, WI

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Halle! I just moved to the twin cities recently and I am passionate about working with children. My nieces and nephews are the light of my life and family has always been a great value of mine. In my free time, I love to read, paint, and spend time with my friends. In the warmer months, I love to hike and swim as well....
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Shaylee W.


Winona, MN

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Care-Giver

I have had years of experience working with people with special needs. I have worked in elementary and high school special needs programs, autism centers, after school programs, nonprofits and in-home care programs. I've worked with infants-young adults. I have been trained in ABA Therapy and have years of training in crisis...
Hello, I have many years of experience with children and adults who have special needs from volunteering through church and having an uncle and cousin that have autism or are non-verbal. I am very patient and love working with children and adults who are often times looked past. I am a college student at UWL so my availability...
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Maggie G.


La Crosse, WI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

I recently graduated with a master's in occupational therapy. I work part-time in inpatient rehab at the hospital, and a few hours a week teaching modified yoga for people with disabilities. I've worked in the past as a nanny, Montessori kindergarten teacher, as a line therapist for children with autism, and in summers past, I...
Maggie can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jennifer H.


Holmen, WI

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello. I have worked as a CNA for a home care company years ago. Taking care of a variety of children and adults. From personal cares and assisting with cleaning needs, food prep. I now have years of life experience, two children, and married for 20 years.
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Anna M.


La Crosse, WI

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Love Being A Helping Hand To Any And All Ages!

Hello! I am in my last semester of college and have more free time that I would love to fill. I am energetic, organized, respectful and caring. I worked as a camp counselor for three years and as direct support professional for adults with special needs while in college. I will be attending graduate school for occupational...
Anna can also help with: Meal prep, personal care, errands, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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