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Maria F.


Brookfield, WI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(9)

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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:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Maria helped care for my daughter, H, while she was 5-6 months old and I was working from home. Maria was very punctual, dependable, and asked great questions where I could tell she really cared about her. Maria is conscientious and has a calming nature which is...

Christie V.

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Marquetta M.


Milwaukee, WI

$28-30/hr8 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: Errands, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, dementia, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"MARQUETTA IS SIMPLY WONDERFUL! She cared for my dad for one year. Her care was compassionate and excellent. Marquetta has great skills, she kept my dad safe, helped him with all personal care, meals, cleaning, administered medications on time each day. She kept...

Mary S.

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Caitlin M.


Milwaukee, WI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

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.

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Rachel R.


Milwaukee, WI

$22-35/hr10 yrs exp

Seasoned Nanny/Childcare Provider

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: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Amy B.


Grafton, WI

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Over 12 Years Experience In The Healthcare Field

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am currently a real estate agent, & I do other jobs in my spare time. I love animals and have or have had a wide variety of pets from, currently dog, rabbits, iguanas, leopard geckos, cats, rats, ferret, birds including African Grey, snakes the largest being an 8ft red tail boa. I also volunteer & teach youth & serve on the...
5.0
"Very active, loves animals and children. Responsible and always plans something fun and educational for my children when she spends time with them."

Leah O.

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Kayla H.


Waukesha, WI

$18-25/hr8 yrs exp

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kayla is amazing! Wishing she was still in our area to help us. Your kid(s) will be in excellent hands. You won't go wrong having her help your family out!"

Kari J.

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Jill P.


Kewaskum, WI

$40-45/hr2 yrs exp

Joyful Jill

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! The way I see my role is as a very nurturing friend to your loved one. Rather than feeling like a client, my approach is so they feel like a family friend is coming by to visit them and help them out. I would be delighted to help your loved one with their daily needs. I will work immediately to begin developing a...
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Katie B.


Mequon, WI

$22-27/hr10 yrs exp

Date Night/occasional Babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My name is Kate. I am 28 years old and have been working with kids and babysitting since I was about 12. I have cared for children of every age, and up to 5 kids at a time. Also, I've worked with special needs kids and adults and am a great caregiver for people with extra needs. I have a nephew who is 8 and a niece who is 3, who...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Showed up on time for meeting. The kids warmed up to her right away. Seems very kind, intelligent, and dependable. We look forward to working with her."

Jessica F.

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Kayla H.


Waukesha, WI

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I spent the last five summers working as a counselor and on the Administration team at a summer camp for children and adults with special needs. I have been a nanny previously for a family with three children, as well as, a family with two children with Cerebral Palsy. I also did before and after school care for a child on the...
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Mikaela M.


Milwaukee, WI

$24/hr6 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter And Great Caretaker!

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & 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...

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Shimika N.


Waukesha, WI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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 was great with our adult son with special needs. She was dependable, punctual and willingly took on the unique needs of our son. I would hire her again if she was ever available and interested."

Kurt G.

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Kayla W.


Port Washington, WI

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Ive always helped at school with the special needs kids. Currently going to school to get a major in Special education. Id be willing to do whatever is needed. I myself has a hearing loss and over coming it. Please feel free to ask anything and Ill tell you the 100% truth! I hope to hear from you soon!
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Carlie J.


Milwaukee, WI

$19-20/hr10 yrs exp

Prior to staying home with my children, who are now school aged, I worked several years as social worker in child protective services. Most recently I have provided in-home therapy for children with special needs(mainly autism).
Carlie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I currently work as a teachers Aide for special needs kids. I have worked with children all of my life. I have been a professional nanny, child care provider, lead teacher in a day care center, tutor, babysitter, childcare coordinator, volunteer, and a mother. I have a passion for kids, and I believe every one of them/us is...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I am a gentle & caring person. I am an educator by profession. I am a great listener & I have experience caring for people with special needs. I love books, coffee, music, & movies. I am a family man-- married 24 years & the father of 3 children. I enjoy writing, running, & playing guitar. I take joy in helping others. I am a...
Christopher can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship
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Dorene R.


Waukesha, WI

$8-13/hr

I Am Here To Help.

Kind and caring wife and mother who loves to work with people of all ages. Hardworking and caring and will get the job done with a smile on my face. Great listener and enjoys to laugh and make the best in all situations. Currently working with ladies with special needs. Previously was a preschool teacher for 15+ years.
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Tracy S.


Brookfield, WI

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nurse/Caregiver Available

I am a Registered Nurse with the State of WI since 2001. I have over 20 years experience caring for a variety of individuals, mainly in pediatric and special needs services. The clients I have worked with range from birth to 35+ years old. I am also a mother of teenage children and provide care based on a standard that I would...
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Amber S.


Pewaukee, WI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time (Occasional) CNA Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with many different special needs clients since becoming a CNA in 2005. I have worked with both children and adults and just love being able to make a difference in someone's life and make them happy!
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Shada R.


Waukesha, WI

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced physical therapist assistant who assists people with their ADL's and functional mobility. Experience with teaching and implementing a strategic way to perform ADL's needed to promote independence with kids with autism. I'm also aware of sensory input deficits and interventions used to increase sensory integration....
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Audrey B.


Milwaukee, WI

$18-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Audrey, and I have a passion for teaching and caregiving. I have experience watching kids ages 0-12, as well as special needs. I also used to be a substitute paraprofessional in elementary schools in both traditional and special ed classrooms, have experience being a piano teacher after studying at the Milwaukee...
Audrey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Richfield, WI

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.

Marquetta M.

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.

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.

Rachel R.

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 with her. Rachel is extremely...

- Timothy P.

Amy B.

5.0

Very active, loves animals and children. Responsible and always plans something fun and educational for my children when she spends time with them.

- Leah O.

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