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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Waukesha, WI

The average posted rate is $17/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Waukesha, WI

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Shimika N.


Waukesha, WI

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

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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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Kayla H.


Waukesha, WI

$25/hr • 7 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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Kayla H.


Waukesha, WI

$18-25/hr • 8 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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Rachel S.


Waukesha, WI

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

I am a pediatric certified occupational therapist assistant that has always had a passion for working with children. I have experience as an ABA therapist, a full time sitter for families that have children with special needs and a special education assistant in an elementary school setting. I love to plan and encourage kids to...
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Dorene R.


Waukesha, WI

$19/hr • 10 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...
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Marina M.


Waukesha, WI

$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Marina and I'm currently enrolled at UWM majoring in social work. I am seeking to help a family with caretaking needs. I'm available around 20+ hours per week and I can be flexible with that. I have reliable transportation. I have volunteered with the best buddies program through muskego high school, and have...
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Vanessa L.


Waukesha, WI

$15-19/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Vanessa and I am 21 years currently attending Carroll University majoring in Elementary Education and an emphasis in Special Education. I have multiple opportunities working with children with special needs from taking care of my stepsister with cerebral palsy, being a special education paraprofessional in a...
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Emilie S.


Waukesha, WI

$14-22/hr • 1 yrs exp

CNA/ Nursing Student

Hello, I am currently a nursing student at Edgewood College in Madison, Wi. I have family in the Waukesha area so also work part time there!
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Deirdre S.


Waukesha, WI

$19/hr • 10 yrs exp

Waukesha Sitter Full And Part-Time

I've been working for autistic families for 2. 5 years and had to leave 1 family because of circumstances out of my control. Would love to find another family that I could work with children or young adults that are on autistic spectrum
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Shada R.


Waukesha, WI

$13-18/hr • 10 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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Miranda B.


Waukesha, WI

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! I am Miranda and I am a pediatric emergency room nurse at Children's Wisconsin looking to give care to a family in need! I have a younger sister who has special needs and have had the opportunity to help her persevere through life. I would love to start an adventure with your loved one today!
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Kacey K.


Waukesha, WI

$16-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi I'm Kacey! I'm in my third year of college at UW-La Crosse for elementary education. I love working with kids and some of my experiences with kids include teaching 3-4-year-olds at the daycare on campus, being a summer school assistant teacher, dance teacher, day care volunteer, elementary school volunteer, Girl Scout camp...
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Margaret L.


Waukesha, WI

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Enthusiastic Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and caring person who has approximately 10 years of experience caring for children and infants. I have had a variety of jobs working with and without individuals with disabilities such as teaching them swim and gymnastics, providing childcare, being a camp counselor, and much more. With me,...
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Laura T.


Waukesha, WI

$20-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a mom, I had the pleasure of being a nanny for a family for 8 years and then operated a daycare of my own for 4. Needless to say, I have plenty of references. My youngest has some special needs that I'm open to answer any questions about in an interview but basically there's nothing that holds him back. He's just ultra...
Laura can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Aolani M.


Waukesha, WI

$15/hr • 6 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ella M.


Waukesha, WI

$10-15/hr • 5 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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Anjoni M.


Waukesha, WI

$15-20/hr • 1 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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
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Meili B.


Waukesha, WI

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

As a person who desires to be an Early childhood teacher with five years of experience, I've discovered my passion for helping families by caring for their little ones. My patient and friendly demeanor creates a positive and nurturing environment for children. I believe in open communication with parents and follow their...
Meili can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alyssa S.


Waukesha, WI

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Alyssa, and I've been caring for kids since I was 13. I am the second oldest of 8 kids, and I have babysat for countless families (with kids of all ages), have spent a few years volunteering in the children's ministry at my church (infants to 2-year-olds), and have worked at a summer youth camp for two summers (ages...
Alyssa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

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Miranda B.


Waukesha, WI

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Miranda . I am a pediatric emergency room nurse at Children's Wisconsin, looking for a flexible part-time nanny position! I have pediatric medical experience, as well as 13 years of babysitting/nannying for families. I have experience working with special needs children, as my younger sister has special needs....
Miranda can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Waukesha, WI

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.

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.

Ella M.

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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Ratings for Waukesha, WI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Waukesha, WI are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.