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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 February 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: Hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, errands, dementia & more
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Anita L.


Madison, WI

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hi! I have over 20 years of caring, teaching, and raising children. I have patience and organization skills from raising a special needs child, who is now thriving and attending MATC! I enjoy getting on the floor, interacting and doing activities with kids. I will read to them, tell them silly stories, and snuggle with them. I...
Anita can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Anita has been a marvelous caregiver for our little boy—throughout the first year of his life. She has the remarkable ability to connect with our child and create a nurturing environment. We are impressed by her punctuality and availability. Anita has also gone...

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

Early Education

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amanda babysat our 2 1/2 year old son for a 10-hour day and agreed to do so at the last minute. Our son had a great time with her. We definitely plan on hiring her again."

Vicki H.

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Audrey L.


Madison, WI

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm currently under contract with a family from care. com. I am not available for additional hours/ shifts at this time. I have been unable to update my availability on this app. Experienced caregiver, nanny, teacher, tutor, house manager. Over 20 years experience. Mother of four grown children. Bachelors degree in...
Audrey can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Audrey is professional, responsible and dependable. Our kids love her. Always ready with some music or a plan to be outside with the kids. Never late, always let us know weeks in advance when she needed time off. We would definitely hire her again."

Tyson M.

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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, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care
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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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Amber K.


Madison, WI

$15-40/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with both adults (coaching Special Olympics) and children (teaching) with disabilities. I am patient and enjoy others' differences.
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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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Grace O.


Madison, WI

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

The majority of my experience has been in after school programs, art programs and as a babysitter. I find fulfillment in helping create safe and supportive environments for neurodivergent kids and teens. I believe that all kids are capable of thriving when given the proper resources. My approach depends on age and communication...
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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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Natalie H.


Madison, WI

$18-30/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter & Pet Sitter

My name is Natalie, and I'm graduating from UW-Madison with a Bachelor's of Science in Nursing this May! I'm looking for babysitting and pet sitting jobs before I begin working as a nurse at the American Family Children's Hospital in Madison this September. I have experience working as a nursing assistant at UW-Health and as a...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

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Alyssa S.


Windsor, WI

$15/hr5 yrs exp

ADHD/Autism Caregiver/Tutor

Helping a neurodivergent person takes special care and a lot of experience - luckily I have both! I have worked with neurodivergent children in several circumstances. These include: babysitting, nannying, daycares, tutoring, assistant teaching, and much more. Being neurodivergent myself, I also have the unique experience of...
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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: Carpooling, craft assistance
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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Waunakee, WI

Anita L.

5.0

Anita is so great with our toddler. He is extremely comfortable with her and they have a great time!

- Care member

Amanda H.

5.0

Amanda babysat our 2 1/2 year old son for a 10-hour day and agreed to do so at the last minute. Our son had a great time with her. We definitely plan on hiring her again.

- Vicki H.

Audrey L.

5.0

Audrey is very professional and great to work with.

- Joseph C.

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