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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 April 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...

Ashley P.


Sussex, WI

$17/hr7 yrs exp

Early Childhood Teacher

I am an early childhood special education teacher. I have taught for six years in Menomonee Falls. I have a 1-year-old daughter who I would prefer to come with me. But have care for her if needed. Before teaching I have coached a variety of sports, and have been a lead staff for various summer recreation programs. I have...
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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: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, 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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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

CPR

CNA

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...

Alexis Z.

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Melanie M.


Brookfield, WI

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 6 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 my doctorate in occupational therapy this past May! I have worked at various day and overnight camps, including those specialized for individuals with disabilities. I have...
Melanie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Melanie was great! She was super fast to respond and arrived right on time. She did a great job and would hired again! :)"

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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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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Ella M.


Waukesha, WI

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

What To Know About Me!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello all! My name is Ella, I just started my third year of Nursing School at Carroll University! I have experience working with all ages of children, including working with children with disabilities and special needs. I am certified in Basic life support and first aid, and am a Certified nursing assistant. I have also worked...
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

5.0
"Ella did a great job taking care of my daughter. She was professional, accommodating, and had great communication. I will be keeping her number for future baby sitting needs! "

Tanya E.

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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: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & 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!"

Care member

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Anita W.


Menomonee Falls, WI

$33/hr10 yrs exp

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

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

Hello! I would be so honored and excited to care for your kiddos! I am new to the Chicago area, but my fiancé has lived here for about two years, so I am very familiar with the city. I went back to school last year at UW-Madison to pursue a nursing degree, which I will complete in May! After successfully completing the NCLEX in...
Bridget can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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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.

Melanie M.

5.0

Melanie was great! She was super fast to respond and arrived right on time. She did a great job and would hired again! :)

- Care member

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.

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