Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Milwaukee, WI
We have 159 special needs caregivers in Milwaukee, WI! Compare and hire the best special needs caregiver to fit your needs.
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Find special needs caregivers in Milwaukee, WI that you’ll love
159 special needs caregivers are listed in Milwaukee, WI
The average posted rate is $17/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Milwaukee, WI
Grace S.
Milwaukee, WI
$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Dear prospective families,
I would love to work for your family. I am a Registered Nurse with over 12 years of experience working with children. Just looking for a side job to save money for my wedding. Currently, I work Monday through Friday 8-4:30 at a OBGYN office. I previously worked as a labor and delivery nurse for 4...
5.0
(1)
I have had experience in the field and with my family and previous job opportunities. Also I am willing to learn or getting training on anything that I lack knowledge in.
Caitlin M.
Milwaukee, WI
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I found out very early on that I liked helping people who society tended to leave in the shadows. I have two male special needs cousins: one is 15 and has autism, the second is 13 and has cognitive delays. When I got into middle school, I started a program with students who wanted to help our peers with special needs during a...
5.0
"Jessica is phenomenal and my kids love her. She keeps them so busy that they don't have time enough to care that we are gone (they actually cry when she leaves). Our family has a 7 YOM, 4 YOM, 3 YOF, and a dog/cat that immediately took to her. She is able to care...
Dane S.
Amanda K.
Milwaukee, WI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Caring, Empathetic Special Educator Looking For Summer 2018 Position
4.9
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
My mom tells me that it was very early on in life that she knew I had a special, caring, empathetic heart. This has been evident in the ways I have cared for others throughout my life, starting when I was still a child. My first babysitting gig was when I was just 10 years old. Since then, my experience is vast, covering ages...
Amanda can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We LOVE Amanda. She is amazing with our toddler and energetic dog. Amanda always gives us a detailed report and it’s clear she truly loves being with kids! Amanda takes the stress/concern out of leaving our little one."
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hey! My name is Mikaela!
I am a college student in the Milwaukee area . I have worked with several families through babysitting and nannying over the past 5-6 years. I have experience with kids with special needs, eating disorders, autism, and kids full of spirit. I have cared for infants all the way to teenagers!:)
I am...
Mikaela can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Mikaela is spectacular! Our little guy instantly loved her and felt safe. We just moved to Wisconsin and feel incredibly fortunate to find Mikaela on care.com. When we first reached out, she gave us a number of references and they all were glowing. We now...
Care member
5.0
(2)
I have cared for kids of all ages, personality types, and needs. I am very comfortable with children with special needs of all ages. I am able to help with school work and cooking meals as well as some light housekeeping if needed. I am also comfortable if you have pets in the home that need to be taken care of as well.
I have...
Ariane can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ariane is one of the most caring people I can think of and she is incredibly reliable. She will always put your child's health and safety first before anything else! I 100% recommend her for future inquiries"
Lilly R.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I took a year off after high school to focus on volunteer work, some of this includes PT/OT departments, centers for those with special needs, nursing homes, church nurseries, orphanages, a youth homeless shelter (I even received volunteer of the year!)
I worked at the daycare with infants, but left that because I wanted to...
Morgan can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Morgan has regularly babysat for our family for over two years now. She also occasionally stays at our home and cares for our dog when we are out of town. Our kids adore her and we trust her completely!"
Holly D.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started babysitting children at age 11, after taking a certified babysitting course, and being trained in First Aid/CPR. I have done nannying and babysitting jobs most of my life, and I am currently nannying for 6-mo-old boy/girl twins. Previously, I served in a household manager role. I nannied for 6 families during graduate...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"My wife and I have hired Rachel as a date-night sitter on multiple occasions for our three-year old daughter, and she also sat for us overnight while we were out of town once. We've worked with Rachel for about two years now, and definitely plan to continue working...
Timothy P.
Eh Kee Lar P.
Milwaukee, WI
$20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Objective:
Dedicated, responsible caregiver with an Early Childhood Education degree seeking a nanny position. I'd describe my personality as friendly, caring, and open minded. In my spare time, I like to babysit my nieces. My skills include preparing meals for the kids, dressing them, and changing their diapers.
Early...
5.0
"Eh Kee Lar is experienced, flexible, and kind!"
Caroline K.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 7 years of experience with family members as well as others. I've been CNA certified for 5 years and med trained for 2 including both oral and injection medications. I work well with babies and small children and love creating activities to do. I am also lifeguard certified and love being in the water. I am able to help...
Kaylee can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kaylee is absolutely amazing. She took great care of my baby and was always on time and gave me amazing updates! My son was completely comfortable staying with her and so was I."
Maria B.
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: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"I worked with her, Marquetta works well with others. Very attentive to the client. She clearly loves to help people and the family. I loved working with her. I know she would be a blessing to have on your team."
Laura M.
I have experience with special needs children ages 11-14, ranging from ADD/ADHD, ASD, down syndrome, as well as children with physical and speech limits. My tasks as a caregiver range from helping with academic work, improving social and emotional skills, hygiene, bathroom, and eating assistance, and much more. I also currently...
Carolyn W.
Milwaukee, WI
$8-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Child Caregiver Looking To Go Into Special Needs Education
I have lots of experience in child care. I can adjust to the specific child's needs.
I have special needs experience for over 18 years I work with kids learning developmentally with speech physical Mobility etc
Working for three full summers at Ernest P. Wallenberg Special Education Center in San Pedro, CA I assisted in teaching braille and sign language to children who were blind or deaf. I also aided in speech therapy with children who were on the spectrum. I coached high school students with Down Syndrome in their after school...
Sarah W.
Milwaukee, WI
$15-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Caregiver-5 Years Experience Working With Kiddos Who Have Special Needs.
Most my experience has been working in home practicing ABA style therapy with children age 1-7. Working on various tasks such as; self help skills, play skills, language, social skills, motor skills, etc. I also have some experience working with children age 6-12 in a school setting. These experiences have lead me to realize...
I have worked with a variety of special needs youth and teens in volunteer work, and I'm preparing to go to school to major in psychiatry.
Brooke W.
Milwaukee, WI
$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
MPS Special Education Teacher Seeking Summer Employment
I currently work as a special education teacher in Milwaukee Public Schools. I work with students in grades 1-3 with varying needs and backgrounds. Most of the students with whom I work are on the Autism spectrum. I also have a considerable amount of experience working with children who have ADHD and Downs Syndrome.
Prior to...
Hello! I am a special education teacher with a passion for the arts. I love working with people who have special needs and caring for people of all abilities.
My undergraduate degree is in theatre education (mostly focusing on middle and high school-age children), leading to my teaching license in theater. However, I discovered...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Milwaukee, WI
Caitlin M.
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 experience in special needs she is...
- Julia K.
Jessica N.
5.0
Jessica is phenomenal and my kids love her. She keeps them so busy that they don't have time enough to care that we are gone (they actually cry when she leaves). Our family has a 7 YOM, 4 YOM, 3 YOF, and a dog/cat that immediately took to her. She is able to care for them all with ease. She also has...
- Dane S.
Amanda K.
5.0
Amanda is a true expert on kids and caretaking. She is so responsive and considerate and she gives great updates after she has babysat.
- Care member
Mikaela M.
5.0
Mikaela is spectacular! Our little guy instantly loved her and felt safe. We just moved to Wisconsin and feel incredibly fortunate to find Mikaela on care.com. When we first reached out, she gave us a number of references and they all were glowing. We now understand why. The first weekend Mikaela...
- Care member
Ariane S.
5.0
Ariane is one of the most caring people I can think of and she is incredibly reliable. She will always put your child's health and safety first before anything else! I 100% recommend her for future inquiries
- Lilly R.
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Ratings for Milwaukee, WI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.2 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Milwaukee, WI are rated 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 159 listed special needs caregivers.