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Special needs caregivers in North Prairie, WI
Emily G.
New Berlin, WI
$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love working with children and they have been a part of my life in some capacity at almost all times. I've had experience as a nanny, babysitter and worked with special needs children in a professional capacity. I am a mom of a wonderful 4-year-old!
Emily can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Emily has watched our two girls since July of 2018. They are ages 3 and 1.5 now. She is great and we absolutely love her! She takes them out to the park or library for fun outings and also comes up with great ideas to keep them entertained at home."
Amanda L.
5.0
(9)
Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood
Hi there! My name is Maria, I'm 25 years old, and I have years of experience as a childcare provider. I have cared for babies as young as 2 days old thru kids up to 13yrs old, and up to three children at a time. I also have provided care for children with special needs. I have been working as a full-time nanny since mid-2020,...
Maria can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Maria has been nanny to our 16-month-old son since the summer of 2020, when he was just 5-months-old. It is no exaggeration to say that we would not have survived the past year without her incredible help. Maria's dedication, positive attitude, responsibility,...
Svetlana K.
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, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
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
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Melanie and I love working with kids of all ages as well as adults with special needs. I graduated with a psychology degree in 2021 and recently graduated with my doctorate in occupational therapy! I have worked at various day and overnight camps, including those specialized for individuals with disabilities. I...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Melanie is the sweetest and she is always available! My daughter loves to spend time with her and we will forever have her as our nanny! Highly recommend!!"
Katie C.
5.0
(3)
Child care experience with a variety of ages from infant on up. Focused on engaging with and entertaining children while always making sure to keep them safe and encourage good behavior - play time geared towards creativity & education, if that's what your family is looking for.
English as primary language, with ability to...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Exceptionally mature babysitter! Hannah is always engaged with my children, and finds many creative ways to play. Highly recommended!"
Colleen M.
Shimika N.
Waukesha, WI
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, My name is Shimika. I live in Milwaukee. I love traveling with my family and friends. I loving helping families with special needs because I know how difficult it can be to deal. My brother grew up with special needs. It has always have a special place in my heart because of him. My mother struggled with all 5 of us...
5.0
"Shimika has been a dream come true with taking care of my quadriplegic sister. She is always on time, has great communication, and so very helpful. She is always there to pitch in when we are in a bind!"
Shelly B.
Kayla H.
Waukesha, WI
$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.7
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I am a positive and thoughtful individual that absolutely loves the outdoors. I am a school-based occupational therapist and am CPR/First Aid certified. I worked at a summer camp for six years for children and adults with special needs (deaf/HOH, blind/VI, intellectual disability, type one diabetes, ADHD, Autism). I also have...
Kayla can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kala dials into the child's personality right away and relates very easy to kids that have special needs. She's trustworthy, enjoys what she does and is a person to look up to for kids and youth. Kala is the type of person you would want to have in your life not...
Brian R.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
8 years experience with persons with disabilities through various volunteer and employment positions, including job coaching, in-home care, and summer camp counselor. Trained and comfortable with medication monitoring, first-aid, safe transferring/repositioning, toileting/bathing, nutrition prompting (including G-Tube),...
5.0
"Hannah is fantastic with our son! He is a 13 year old with Autism, and she has done a great job with him. She is also very dependable and punctual. I would highly recommend her to anyone."
Cheryl S.
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, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Shelby is extraordinary with our kids and our pets. She is kind, outgoing and responsible. She connects with our ten year old and our two year old. We feel so lucky to have her in our home when we are otherwise occupied."
Jennifer M.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
As a nanny, teacher, and former day care assistant, I have worked with infants through high school seniors. I love watching kids grow into responsible and thoughtful young people. As a nanny, I have handled feeding, diapers, medication, transportation, school pick-up, activities, and outings. I worked as a certified library...
Emily can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Emily was a wonderful woman when we met. We just decided to change our lifestyle so we didn't need a nanny as often as we thought. She was very professional and wanted to engage with the kids while there. She asked some great questions and I know if we would have...
Cindi B.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm Pamela, I'm 26 years old and my native language is Portuguese. I work with teenagers and small kids since I was 17yo, I am a teacher graduated in Brazil in history of the arts, theater and dance. I have just arrived in the US with the intention of improving my English and also my work with children. I can work with special...
Pamela can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Pamela is a wonderful and kind person. She has a lot of knowledge with children and great work ethic. I would definitely hire to look after my kiddos!"
Marilia D.
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am currently new to Care. com! However, I come from a household of many siblings, so I have great experience with children! From children with special needs, to children with health issues-I have you covered! Kids are a big aspect of my life, as I am part of a monthly mentoring program for children in the foster care...
Jada can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Julia R.
Whitewater, WI
$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working with individuals with special needs since I was 17. I began working with students at my high school by tutoring them. In college, I was a personal caregiver, and provided personal care services to students with disabilities attending the school. In addition, I have worked at a summer camp for individuals with...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been a special needs early childhood teacher for 10 years in Milwaukee Public Schools as well as a teacher for early childhood students in K4. I have had many training's in Autism. I currently serve children who are on the spectrum as well as those who have ADHD or who are delayed in their learning.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Not only have I babysat children with ages ranging from 0-15, but I have also worked as a part-time caregiver/employee in a school for children with special needs (down syndrome, autism, and Asperger's syndrome). I have a license in babysitting from the Red Cross.
Sami can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Sami is a caring young woman who has become like family to our children; especially our 7-year old son who gets excited that she is coming to babysit yet disappointed that she also has to spend time with his sister.
She would promptly return messages about...
Stacey C.
Maegan G.
Muskego, WI
$13-29/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Maegan. I love helping people and would definitely like to expand my knowledge of those with special care needs. I've taken CNA classes, CPR certified and BLS certified. I have some "in real life" experience and would like to see if I'd be a great fit for you and your loved ones!
5.0
"Maegan watched my 3 boys twice now, both on rather short notice which has been a life saver. My youngest was 7 months old the first time and had a hard time being separated from me but she handled it brilliantly. My two older boys absolutely adore her and have...
Courtney B.
Andrea B.
Elkhorn, WI
$20-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Dedicated Caregiver, Who Makes Others Feel Cared For And Safe.
5.0
(5)
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: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Andrea is compassionate, intelligent, a self-starter, motivated, sympathetic, experienced, and dedicated. She's more trustworthy than anyone in my previous employ. She's delightful to be around and a good conversationalist. I feel quite comfortable with her. I wish...
Donald S.
Kaitlyn H.
Pewaukee, WI
$18-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
House Cleaning/Nanny/teacher/Working With Kids With Disabilities
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a very outgoing woman who sees the good in everyone. I love to care for families as if they were my own. I am 28 years old and love the outdoors, drawing, singing, going on outings, art, and so much more! I have been in the childcare field for over 6 years now and I absolutely love it, I was raised in a big family of 7...
I have watched newborn up to adult. I currently watch children part time Monday-Friday also before and after school care. I have experience with children and adults with special needs. I currently volunteer at the YMCA in various areas including special Olympics.
Angela can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in North Prairie, WI
Emily G.
5.0
Dependable and willing to be flexible with an often times hectic schedule. Kids always enjoy "Emily days".
- Adam H.
Maria F.
5.0
Maria cared for our daughter from 3 months to 16 months. She is punctual, dependable, and a great communicator. She immediately assimilated into our daily routine and developed a strong bond with our daughter. She’s all we could have hoped for in a caregiver - and she’s also an excellent baby...
- Alexis Z.
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
Melanie M.
5.0
Melanie is the sweetest and she is always available! My daughter loves to spend time with her and we will forever have her as our nanny! Highly recommend!!
- Katie C.
Hannah F.
5.0
Exceptionally mature babysitter! Hannah is always engaged with my children, and finds many creative ways to play. Highly recommended!
- Colleen M.
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