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Find special needs caregivers in Sussex, WI that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Sussex, WI

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Sussex, WI

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Jamie S.


Sussex, WI

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Date Night Caregiver

5.0

(1)

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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...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been doing home care for 20+ years. I have experience with autism, brain injuries, cognitive disabilities, spinal cord injuries and etc. I also have experience with changing of dressings, tube feedings, medication management, ROM, transfers and etc. I also have years of experience using a hoyer lift. I get great...
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Suzanne G.


Menomonee Falls, WI

$10-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full Time Nanny Share Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Suzanne. I currently work as a nurse at a local area hospital. I only work three days a week so I am looking for something part time to keep my busy. I have four years experience as a nanny and have worked with children between the ages of one and 10. I have a broad rage of experience working with the special needs...
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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: Carpooling, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Maria F.


Brookfield, WI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

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 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.

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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 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.

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Anita W.


Menomonee Falls, WI

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Private Caregiver

3.3

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've worked at Froedtert Hospital in the ICU department and also the medical head of the trauma floor, spinal cord floor, then the senior health dept for seniors with dementia. I'm an emergency placement home for children working for Milwaukee County. I have held down this position for over 10 years. I am CPR and medication...
4.0
"Anita interviewed with me as well as took care of me. Very good abilities and I would recommend her to anyone that required my type of services. I have been on two types of Insulin since 1983 and have endured all of the problems that a long term Diabetic will...

Michael M.

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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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Sami R.


Brookfield, WI

$10-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter

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 physical disabilities). I have a license in babysitting, first aid, and CPR all from the Red Cross.
Sami can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Danielle V.


Menomonee Falls, WI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Mom Of Teens With A Child Like Spirit!!

Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of two teens, but I feel like a kid myself. Give me some paper, crayons and glue and I can amuse myself and your kiddos for hours! I have been substitute teaching in the Elmbrook district for 5 years. I've taught everything from pre-k through eighth grade and have had the experience of monitoring a high school...
Danielle can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Very engaged with the kids from the beginning and quick to adapt to the kids needs! Great experience!"

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I currently care for two specials needs children now. I have worked for the county with special needs kids for over 20 years. I also work with children that need insulin injections. I currently work for hospital in the senior health department and I am CPR and CNA certified. I am certified by the State. I also work for Milwaukee...
Anita can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Anna F.


Pewaukee, WI

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

I also have 8+ years of experience including working with special needs children at my hometown school district for two years. Family is really huge and important to me, so being able to help one out is my passion :)
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Andrea P.


Brookfield, WI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Occupational Therapist

I'm a licensed Occupational Therapist in Wisconsin with over 23 years of experience. I have past experience with pediatrics which included working with children on the spectrum. I have extensive experience in the hospital setting including both inpatient and outpatient care. In addition to being a licensed Occupational...
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Daysia B.


Richfield, WI

$14-20/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter, After School Care, Date Night, Special Needs Caretaker, Etc.

New graduate December 2023. I love to babysit while obtaining experiences working with young children. I've had 9 years of babysitting not only my two nephews. Z(12), G(9) who, one has adhd and the other is autistic, but a variety of other little ones as well. I've worked as a behavioral technician working alongside children...
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Amber S.


Pewaukee, WI

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Flexible CNA And Sitter!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a 16-year-old son, I have worked in the past with special needs children, and currently watch an infant 2-3 evenings a week. I have also done occasional child care for friends throughout the years. I do have a job at the moment as a CNA, but can work around it if necessary. I am CPR certified, have my own transportation,...
Amber can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

I'm Lyndsay and I love working with kids. I have been supervising kids, ages 2-13, for about about 7 years, and have been absolutely loving it. Currently, I am a college student at the University of Minnesota studying Developmental Psychology. I have watched over 14 kids throughout my time as a sitter, with various ages and...
Lyndsay can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Anjoni M.


Waukesha, WI

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

18-Year-Old With Family Babysitting Experience, Aspiring Pediatrician, UW-Milwaukee Student

I like working with kids because of their creativity and diverse personalities. I am currently enrolled at the University of Milwaukee-Wisconsin in the Pre-Medicine program, aspiring to become a pediatrician. As the eldest in my family, I have consistently been the designated babysitter for my younger siblings and cousins. I'm...
Anjoni can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
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Dorene R.


Waukesha, WI

$19/hr10 yrs exp

Tutoring And Teaching

I love working with people. I have a Bachelors of Science in elementary education. I have over 25+ years teaching and planning and organizing skills to run a classroom, home, learning center. I have experience with senior care and mentoring and teaching life skills to adults with special needs. I currently teach 4K in the...
As a childcare provider with six years of experience, I am passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. My nurturing personality and creative spirit help me connect with children of all ages, from infants to preteens. I believe in fostering a safe and nurturing environment where children can learn, explore, and...
Aolani can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Sussex, WI

Kayla H.

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.

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.

Shimika N.

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.

Anita W.

4.0

Anita interviewed with me as well as took care of me. Very good abilities and I would recommend her to anyone that required my type of services. I have been on two types of Insulin since 1983 and have endured all of the problems that a long term Diabetic will suffer. I have broken both wrists, my...

- Michael M.

Sami R.

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 babysitting for us and always arrives a...

- Stacey C.

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