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

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Waunakee, WI

The average posted rate is $13/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Waunakee, WI

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Alex M.


Waunakee, WI

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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I have nannied multiple children with special needs in the past. I have watched children that have cerebral palsy, sensorial needs(spd) among other things, Autism and ADHD. I am also at UW- Whitewater. I am currently in my special education semester. I have a field study that requires me to write 2 40+ page portfolios on one...
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Yvon H.


Waunakee, WI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked as a private caregiver for the past 24 years. I have experience with autism and many other forms of disability. The last seven years I have done senior care and worked with 1 child.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My childcare experience started when I was 13 working in a church nursery, and watched those cute kids grow up for five years. I have also worked for the community action program, and was a nanny for a family found on care. for three years (child was 10 months old when starting). I have had the privilege of teaching in India and...

Molly A.


Waunakee, WI

$13-18/hr6 yrs exp

Experience In Caregiving, Homemaking, Hospice, And Memory Care!

My name is Molly, I am 24 years old, and I have been a caregiver for varying companies and settings over the last 6 years. I have worked for an in-home care-giving service for 3 years, Hospice care for 6 months, a CBRF for 2 years, and I have helped run 2 homes for adults with special needs since January of 2019. I currently...
Molly can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, hospice services, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
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Amanda H.


Madison, WI

$20-32/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hello Families! I am a caring, reliable, and compassionate person. Caring for kids over 24+ years. Newborns up to school-agers in all types of educational settings. I am dedicated and calm. I enjoy teaching young kids through developmentally appropriate activities adapted through play & hands-on learning. I enjoy getting down on...
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Amanda nannied for us for two full years. Never once was she late and I think she only asked for two days off that entire time! Amanda is very calm at all times which was a huge help in my family. She often had fun activities planned for him such as art and baking!...

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Marissa L.


Madison, WI

$20-40/hr1 yrs exp

I have worked with seniors and adults with special needs for 1. 5 years to complete activities of daily life, medication management, meal preparation, and some household chores as a DSP.
Marissa can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, errands
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Danica D.


Madison, WI

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

A Heart For Those With Special Needs

I love working with people with special needs. My experience started my first year of high school where I joined a club/class for special needs students. In addition to working people with a variety of abilities, I developed a close connection with a boy who was also deaf. He helped me learn sign language, and by my senior year,...
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Gloria S.


Madison, WI

$20-35/hr4 yrs exp

Obtained my CNA thru CWC a center for the profoundly handicapped. My daughter has a behavioral diagnosis as well. Experience thru agency in home care work as well. I want to provide care services for those who need special treatment.
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Katie F.


Madison, WI

$12-25/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter. Pet Sitter. House Cleaning. Meal Prep. Laundry.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, welcome and thank you for checking out my Care. com profile! Energetic young professional with childcare experience in both residential and educational environments, looking to learn how to care for children with special needs. Background -Babysitting ages 3 months to 13 years -4 years of experience...
Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Samantha S.


Madison, WI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

I began babysitting when I was about 14 years old and babysat regularly throughout my high school years. I have experience in babysitting kids from the age of 1 through kids in early high school. I also worked as a counselor for a camp for three years. There, I worked as the inclusion counselor for children with special needs. I...
Samantha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Elsie O.


Madison, WI

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Professional Support Professional, Nanny, Tutor.

In terms of care, I am an experienced Jack-of-all-trades. I have 2 years of experience caring for adults with disabilities. During that time, I recieved varied training and certifications in specialized care. I even have medication manager certification. I have 5+ years experience working with and caring for children of all...
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Grace O.


Madison, WI

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hi there! I'm Grace, a care worker, musician, artist and art educator. I have been working in childcare roles for over 10 years now. Since then I've expanded to also work with folks of all ages. I currently work at an arts nonprofit on Mondays, mentoring adult artists with developmental disabilities. I have been there for 2...
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Lauren L.


Madison, WI

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I am a speech-language pathologist with experience working professionally in medical and educational settings. In the past I have worked in direct care roles for adults with developmental disabilities.
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Sydney D.


Middleton, WI

$19-30/hr4 yrs exp

Hello!

Hello, I'm Sydney! I have T least 4 years of working with kids that have severe emotional disturbances.
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Theresa B.


Madison, WI

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Elementary School Teacher

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am available for babysitting or tutoring in Portland and surrounding areas. I have experience with special needs students. I could update my CPR training.
Theresa can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
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Taylor O.


Madison, WI

$15-20/hr

College Undergraduate SLP Student

I am currently a college senior studying to become an SLP. I think this job would be great for me to gain experience with kids with special needs as that is something I will encounter in my career and have not been able to get experience with yet. I have been struggling to find a job that works with my class schedule so this job...
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Lauren S.


Madison, WI

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Babysitter In Madison

Hi! My name is Lauren and I am a recent graduate of UW Madison. I graduated with distinction with a degree in Neurobiology, and Certificate in Disability Rights and Services. I just applied to dental school and am expected to matriculate in August 2023. I am currently in a gap year, and am looking for a childcare jobs. Nannying,...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Cailin A.


Madison, WI

$40/hr7 yrs exp

Private Caregiver

Hi, my name is Cailin and I'm a registered nurse near the West side of Madison. I have worked as a private caregiver for many years and now would like to continue working privately as a nurse for families in need of extra help.
Hi, my name is Susanna! I am currently 22 and a graduate student in UW-Madison's Doctorate of Occupational Therapy program. I have been taking care of children ranging in ages from 3-13 for the past eight years, in both Washington, Colorado and Wisconsin. I was a counselor at Youth Sports Camps run through Colorado State...
Susanna can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lauren D.


Madison, WI

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Lauren D.'s Special Needs Profile

I am a incoming freshman at the University of Wisconsin Madison as a Special Education and Spanish major. I am so passionate about working with children with special needs. I have had multiple experiences working with children with a variety of special needs and disabilities. I have done day camps as well as been an assistant in...

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