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Special needs caregivers in Salem, WI

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Sophia D.


McHenry, IL

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am interested in your care job!! I have 14 years experience taking care of children of all ages. Also special needs kids. I am CPR certified and I have taken college courses on early child development and early learning. I am very out going and have alot of energy. I love being outside, teaching, and exercising. I'm...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Our kids love going to Sophia’s house. She helped when my son was getting potty trained (he did better at her house than mine) He is now a proudly potty trained little man. My daughter loves when she gets to go to Sophia’s always talks about how fun it is. "

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Emma M.


Racine, WI

$17-33/hr4 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy kids because they are constantly learning and growing, and tend to teach adults practical life skills (patience, love and kindness). I'm looking for a job that is flexible but also one that treats their caregivers like their own family with respect and transparency. In my spare time, I like to explore new foods,...
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Stephanie K.


Ingleside, IL

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time /Full-Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have worked in childcare since 1999. In those years I have worked at daycare centers and cared for ages 6 weeks to 12 years old and special needs. From 2005 to 2012 I was a preschool teacher and enjoyed every minute of it. I have also had nanny positions which was also a very enjoyable experience. During that time I cared for...
Stephanie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Stephanie was our nanny for 3 years. She cared for our now 5 and 3 year old. She was with us full time. She is caring, fun and willing to do extras such as education. Our family loved our time with her and our kids miss her. We only made a change due to one of us...

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Aquina C.


Zion, IL

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Certified Caregiver

I am a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician CNA and soon to be LPN. Working with you or your loved one is a passion that I enjoy AND also Special needs. It's a career that I was born for and deeply enjoy. My job is to make your life easier. I provide a variety of services. I...
5.0
"If you're looking for someone with compassion, a heart for people, attention-to-detail, and a sense of humor, you've found it with Aquina!"

Kandia R.

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Juliana R.


Kenosha, WI

$15-18/hr4 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter And Fun Creator

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Juliana! I am COVID vaccinated, CPR certified, and have loads of experience especially with multiples and special needs. A little about me- * I have a huge family I adore! * I'm the oldest out of 9 siblings. * I own an online business where I make and sell realistic and therapeutic baby dolls. * In my free time I love...
Juliana can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Kids had a blast playing with Juliana!"

Stacey C.

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Kaylie A.


Racine, WI

$20-22/hr8 yrs exp

Child Entertainer

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 years experience as a nanny but lots more as a babysitter! I grew up in a house that was always full of kids of all ages. I learned to love children from being around them all the time. Seeing a child grow and learn is what I strive for. I've worked with family's from new born up to 10 years old. I also have...
Kaylie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"We didn't end up needing Kaylie as a sitter, but she seems like a great candidate. She was very responsive to all messages, punctual to her interview, kind and polite."

Lisa R.

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Donyel H.


Round Lake, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Who Teaches With Educational Play!

Learning and Playing with children has blessed me with the most wonderful memories of all! Teaching a child to express themselves and communicate through music and sign language (ASL) and watching their frustrations ease, are some of the reasons I became a Nanny. I am a loving Caregiver and Consultant with over 20 years of...
Donyel can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Donyel was a nanny to our daughter for almost a year, starting when she was 6 months old. She's by far the best care-taker we've ever had! She's responsible, reliable, loving, nurturing and taught our daughter sign language, dancing, listening, talking and so much...

Maria G.

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Desiree D.


Kenosha, WI

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there, I'm Desiree! I'm a 43-year-old mother of two. I went back to work a few years ago and recently realized with both mine in school that I'd like to have a bit more flexibility and time available for them. I love children and our elderly and have worked with them for many years in many different settings. Recently, I...
Desiree can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Desiree loved and cared our children as if they were her own. From the beginning we felt confident that she was the perfect fit for our family. Although we no longer "work" together we remain in touch as friends! "

Kristin D.

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Stephanie A.


Pleasant Prairie, WI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

My Experience With Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I received my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education from UW- Whitewater and received my Masters degree in Education in Professional Development from UW- LaCrosse. I have been teaching for 15 years and love it! I I have taught 4K, 1st, and 2nd grade and have a wealth of knowledge in reading and math for families who may be...
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Interviewed and babysat for a night out and was very pleased with how she cared for and interacted with my children. She was punctual and very warm and caring personality. Would have really loved for her to take our nanny position we have this summer. Definitely...

Colleen G.

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Donyel H.


Round Lake, IL

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Homecare And Childcare Expert Over 20 Years Of Family Services

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a Caregiver and Consultant with availability throughout Illinois (also domestic and international travel flexibility) to clients wherever you may reside. With over 20 years of experience with Home Healthcare, Childcare, Expectant Mothers, Hospice, Respite care, Rehabbing, Special Needs, and Family support, well-rounded...
Donyel can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, meal prep, errands, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CPR

4.0
"Donyel was loving and thoughtful with our children. She played with them both actively and creatively. Our children loved her. "

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Donyel H.


Round Lake, IL

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Certified Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Donyel and I have over 20 years of experience in providing care to persons with special needs of all ages, throughout New Jersey and the Tri-state area. With training and certifications including but not limited to Home Healthcare, Adult and Child/Infant CPR/First Aid and AED, Crisis Management, Abuse & Neglect,...
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Hannah F.


Burlington, WI

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver/companion Available

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.

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Dawn C.


McHenry, IL

$22-24/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Mother And Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of a 21 yr old son, a 28-year-old daughter and a grandmother to a 7-year-old boy. I have over 15 years babysitting and Nanny experience with all ages as well as special needs care. I find joy in helping children learn and grow. I enjoy arts and crafts, music, reading, going to parks and taking nature walks. I am...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Dawn cared for my 3 kids last summer. She was never late or absent. She engaged with the kids and they really liked her."

Shannon C.

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Nicole J.


Sturtevant, WI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I possess a true passion for caring for others. I am a very outgoing, down to earth, caring, and compassionate person. I embrace a high regard and respect in assisting others and helping individuals succeed. I understand how difficult it can be to find the right person to care for a loved one. I've been there too, myself. This...
Nicole can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We were challenged with our troubled and developmentally disabled 17 year old son who was unable to stay organized and keep up with homework and assignments. His limitations often led to daily arguments and fighting, creating a tumultuous environment in our home....

Darcey H.

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Karen R.


McHenry, IL

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Honest, Personable, Responsible, Compassionate And Dedicated Caregiver /Nanny For Six Families

Hired by 26 families in your neighborhood

My first experience as a childcare provider is when I was a young teenager. Later, I worked with special needs children as a bus driver and teaching assistant for eight years. I have worked with families who had infants, preschool and school-aged children as a nanny since 2011. I fully enjoy being a nanny and I am in excellent...
Karen can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Karen looked after my 3 children ages 4, 6, and 8 for 2 weeks while they were in between schools. She was not just on time but early every single day. Karen jumps in and helps immediately without any direction, which was useful in our chaotic house! She is sweet...

Sonja B.

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Jennifer W.


Sturtevant, WI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Care With Compassion

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

It is simply said best when stated ' Your special needs are my special needs" with that being said My name is Jennifer, I am 44 years old and have 23 plus years experience in a variety of setting in the healthcare field. I have worked in the special needs area and find that it is one of the most fulfilling feelings, knowing The...
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Rhonda L.


McHenry, IL

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Rhonda. I am CNA Certified and also have my certificate in dialysis. I have been doing home healthcare for the past 8 years. I recently cared for a gentlemen that's wheelchair bound and has heart, renal and diabetes. I transfer him from bed to wheelchair, to bathing, to dressing, prepare and serve meals, check...
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Ava S.


Hebron, IL

$20-27/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, I am Ava! I am 23 years old. I am the oldest of 6 siblings ranging from the ages of 20 to 3 years old. I have ample experience caring for newborns and toddlers and experience providing care for babies and toddlers with special needs (my youngest brother is vision impaired, epileptic, and has neurological issues that require...
Ava can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"“Very reliable, patient, and caring. She’s been a great caregiver for my two special needs sons!”"

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Anna N.


McHenry, IL

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Do It All

Hi I'm Anna, 30 yrs old, live in McHenry, mom of two girls age 5yrs and 2 yrs. Experience in formal daycares and in-home care. Have worked with highly sensitive infants, autistic and special needs children, and ages from 6 weeks-14 yrs old. I am CPR and first aid trained, certification is out of date though! I am available...
Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Ana was very kind and enjoyable to be around with my daughter. She watched her for a date night and we were very pleased. "

Paige N.

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Marybeth S.


Round Lake, IL

$35/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a registered nurse from the Philippines, I have worked as a private caregiver for almost 9 years in the Chicago area. I am very committed, dedicated, and passionate. I take my task and responsibility very seriously, I create a system and take the initiative to improve care and comfort. I make sure I add value and quality of...
5.0
"MaryBeth was part of a team of caregivers that provided home-based care for my 96 year old mother in the period preceding her death. Mary Beth was kind and caring, and engaged effectively with my mom. I would highly recommend MaryBeth for similar jobs."

Victor C.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Salem, WI

Sophia D.

5.0

Our kids love going to Sophia’s house. She helped when my son was getting potty trained (he did better at her house than mine) He is now a proudly potty trained little man. My daughter loves when she gets to go to Sophia’s always talks about how fun it is.

- Care member

Stephanie K.

5.0

Stephanie was our nanny for 3 years. She cared for our now 5 and 3 year old. She was with us full time. She is caring, fun and willing to do extras such as education. Our family loved our time with her and our kids miss her. We only made a change due to one of us deciding to stay home with our kids...

- Care member

Aquina C.

5.0

She is vey loving and care for whoever she is responsible for. She has a heart of Gold.

- Jessika H.

Juliana R.

5.0

Kids had a blast playing with Juliana!

- Stacey C.

Kaylie A.

5.0

We didn't end up needing Kaylie as a sitter, but she seems like a great candidate. She was very responsive to all messages, punctual to her interview, kind and polite.

- Lisa R.

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