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175 special needs caregivers are listed in Milwaukee, WI
The average posted rate is $16/hr as of November 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Milwaukee, WI
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Art gives meaning to life! I will support and encourage your loved one in a journey of creative expression of their choosing! I will mentor skills such as painting canvases of beloved places, jackets, walls, posters, ornaments, calendars, mugs, shirts, signs, paper mache, puppets, masks, faces, beading, homemade paper, collages,...
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.
Hailey P.
Milwaukee, WI
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Part Time Care Provider- Can Work With Special Needs And All Ages
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have cared for children of all ages. I have done child care in homes and in care centers. I can provide tutoring, cleaning, transportation, or any other services you may need. I provide top quality care filled with compassion and fun. Working with children and helping them grow is my passion. I look forward to meeting you and...
Hailey can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Hailey is absolutely wonderful with my little ones. She has watch both of them since they were small infants. I never have to worry when they are in her care!"
Stephanie Y.
Amanda K.
Milwaukee, WI
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Caring, Empathetic Special Educator Looking For Summer 2018 Position
4.8
(6)
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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Being a first time mom I was so nervous to hire my first sitter but Amanda put all my nerves at ease! She is the sweetest person and is so good with our daughter. I trust her 100% and I am able to enjoy date nights with my husband and have someone to rely on when...
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have years of experience with working with children ranging from 6 weeks old to 7 years old, in which I've been doing since the age of 16 after completing babysitting courses. I also have experience with working with children with special needs, elderly, pet sitting and housekeeping experience from previous jobs that I've...
Tiffani-rose can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Tiffani was a great interview! Has a wonderful background in care. I didn't comment on accurate calendar for I believe she had mentioned the schedule would be changing, quite understandable."
Jasmine P.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
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, youth homeless shelters (I even received volunteer of the year!)
I worked at the UWM daycare with infants, but left that because I wanted to...
Morgan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
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
(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: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & 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
(1)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel & 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
(4)
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:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Due to Covid, we explored in-home care for our 2 boys. Rachel immediately stood out based on her experience, warm personality, and our alignment around Covid precautions. She was transparent, communicating precautions & concerns as necessary. She quickly became a...
Leslie L.
Shelby O.
Milwaukee, WI
$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! Previously, I have taught Sunday school for four years, have worked multiple pediatric special needs camps, and have babysat since I was 15. In the past I worked for Wisconsin Early Autism Project where I gained valuable experience in working with kids with autism. I absolutely love working with kids and seeing the world...
Shelby can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Shelby is kind and caring. She made an impression on my 11 year old son immediately on her first visit. I would definitely recommend her to anyone."
Michael H.
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, travel, swimming supervision
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Sylwia
I'm a nanny/babysitter with more than 10 years of experience. Specially with infant, toddlers, and twins. I have previous experience in taking care of special needs child I am a responsible, organized, and punctual person. I have great references from my current nanny job
I'm bilingual, English and polish...
Sylwia can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Sylwia nannied for our 3 year old daughter with Down syndrome for nearly two years. She was great with her and did lots of fun learning activities with shapes, music, spelling, and numbers that really helped us get her ready for Pre-K. She is punctual and reliable,...
Terri W.
Marquetta M.
Milwaukee, WI
$28-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
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, dementia, hospice services, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CNA
5.0
"Marquetta is amazing, tremendous work ethics, very smart, professional, easy to communicate with, I feel safe when she's providing me with cares, I wish I would've met her sooner !!!"
Jeffrey M.
I have worked in an assisted living facility for two years where I gained experience working with patients with many different disabilities. I am also a nursing student at marquette University and I have done a clinical in a long-term care facility, and I've learned many skills for my schooling along with my experience at the...
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
$5-20/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.
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...
My experience with special needs began at home, my brother has cognitive and behavioral challenges. Through him I've learned patience, importance of routine, positive redirection, creative approaches to learning and teaching etc. I am his caregiver today and forever. I have worked with a nine yo girl on the spectrum for a year....
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...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Milwaukee, WI
Hailey P.
5.0
Hailey instantly dove in with my children, got in their level and played with them. They had no issues warming up with her & having me leave, which is something they have struggled with before! She played with them & did art, they absolutely love her & I would hire her 100 times over!
- Laura T.
Amanda K.
5.0
Being a first time mom I was so nervous to hire my first sitter but Amanda put all my nerves at ease! She is the sweetest person and is so good with our daughter. I trust her 100% and I am able to enjoy date nights with my husband and have someone to rely on when I'm in a bind! We love Amanda!
- Care member
Tiffani-rose D.
5.0
Tiffani was a great interview! Has a wonderful background in care. I didn't comment on accurate calendar for I believe she had mentioned the schedule would be changing, quite understandable.
- Jasmine P.
Morgan D.
5.0
Morgan has been watching out little girl (now 7 months) since May. She's fantastic and our little girl loves her! We would highly recommend her!
- 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
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Ratings for Milwaukee, WI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Milwaukee, WI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 38 reviews of the 175 listed special needs caregivers.