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Emily G.


New Berlin, WI

$13-18/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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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, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Dependable and willing to be flexible with an often times hectic schedule. Kids always enjoy "Emily days"."

Adam H.

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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: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Danielle was very flexible with our needs and connected really well with our son. We would definitely hire her again!"

Alice B.

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Nicolette G.


Muskego, WI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Nicolette

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.
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Emily G.


New Berlin, WI

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Former Teacher Ready To Care For Children Of Any Age

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, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Jamie S.


Sussex, WI

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Date Night Caregiver

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...
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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:

CNA

First Aid

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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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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mikaela is one of the best there is! She helped me daily for several weeks with my 3 year old, 1 year old, and 6 month old boys. She handled the chaos with such grace and my boys loved her. Mikaela is just wonderful and loving with children. I would definitely...

Elizabeth N.

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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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Tiffani-rose D.


Milwaukee, WI

$15-20/hr9 yrs exp

Dietary Aide, College Student

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have years of experience with working with children ranging from 6 weeks old to 7 years old, in which I've been doing since the age of 16 after completing babysitting courses. I also have experience with working with children with special needs, elderly, pet sitting and housekeeping experience from previous jobs that I've...
Tiffani-rose can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Tiffani was a great interview! Has a wonderful background in care. I didn't comment on accurate calendar for I believe she had mentioned the schedule would be changing, quite understandable."

Jasmine P.

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Amanda K.


Milwaukee, WI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving, Caring, Empathetic Special Educator Looking For Summer 2018 Position

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, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Having Amanda as a care taker for our children is a blessing. My husband and I often joke that our kids are in better care with her than with us! She is very detailed, caring and genuine. She engages with our children and goes above and beyond every single visit....

Nicole M.

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Jessica E.


Milwaukee, WI

$25-32/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hi! I have been caregiving for around 5 years. I have experience with various disabilities including dementia, FML, MS, and Parkinsons. I also work with special needs education. Please contact me if I can assist you.
Jessica can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care & more
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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Lisa C.


Milwaukee, WI

$13-18/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have always loved taking care of children, my nephew is on the autism spectrum so I understand very well how to take care of children with special needs, my last family I was with for 4 years 2 kids time flies they're teenagers now, look forward to talking with you about the needs of your family
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Holly B.


Milwaukee, WI

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

School Social Worker With Experience Working With Children With Disabilities.

Hi! My name is Holly and I am a full-time School Social Worker in the Milwaukee Public School District. I currently work on a daily basis with students who are at various physical and mental developmental stages and have a wide range of abilities. From 2011-2012, I was also employed as an Autism Line Therapist, and therefore...
I have worked with Autism , Down syndrome and my nephew was disabled as well. I can help with range of motion and help with mobility. I am willing to play games watch movies go to activities. I don't mind cleaning up behind my client . I do food prep . I with transport to activities as well. I do not have experience in severe...
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Liv R.


Milwaukee, WI

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Hi families!! My name is Liv and I'm looking for a new family to nanny for! I'm 18 years old and just graduated high school this past Spring. I have been babysitting since I was about 14 and have also worked in a daycare. I have experience with kids from ages 12mo. to 12+ years, as well as experience working with kids who have...
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Sophie P.


New Berlin, WI

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

My older brother was born with an intellectual disability, so I have been passionate about working with individuals with disabilities for as long as I can remember. I have volunteered with, provided respite care for, and taught children with varying disabilities. I am passionate about the relationships and friendships I make...
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Elizabeth P.


New Berlin, WI

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

References And Resume Rendered Upon Request.

I have 16 years of experience working with children of all ages, including infants. I have worked with children who have special needs, such as Down syndrome, Autism, and visual impairment. I worked as a teacher for toddlers in a pre-school and also for the Wisconsin Early Autism Project, where I received extensive training in...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Melissa M.


Milwaukee, WI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Am A Assistant Teacher For 10 Years+

I love working with children. I have been a assistant teacher for 10 years in various daycare's in the Milwaukee area. I have worked with children birth through 12 years and I have also worked with special needs children. I look forward to meeting you and your child(ren)
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Desiree L.


Milwaukee, WI

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Passionate Female With 10 Years Experience As A C/nA , Full Time Mornings, Evenings

I Have experience with special needs care, caring and helping others who are blind , home care, nursing homes, hospitals and group homes . I am Passionate about working with People of all types of Disabilities . My Goal is to always Make them Happy and Encourage to strive to be better in Every Situation. I have been a Certified...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Wales, WI

Emily G.

5.0

Dependable and willing to be flexible with an often times hectic schedule. Kids always enjoy "Emily days".

- Adam H.

Danielle V.

5.0

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

- Care member

Emily G.

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 hired her we would have been happy...

- Cindi B.

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.

Mikaela M.

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 understand why. The first weekend Mikaela...

- Care member

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