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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
Hi! My name is Lauren and I am a recent graduate of UW Madison. I graduated with a degree in Neurobiology, and Certificate in Disability Rights and Services. I am going to dental school and am expected to matriculate in August 2023. I plan to pursue a career in disability dentistry. I am currently in a gap year, and am looking...
Babysitting experience from a younger age, fire hazard safety training, Heimlich maneuver training, CPR training, and experience working with my sister's special needs children
Caitlin can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Myria B.
Middleton, WI
$40-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Over the past 20 years, I have had the pleasure of nurturing and teaching children from birth through young adulthood, including individuals with special needs. I know that my only real interest is working with children/young adults. Not only am I teaching them and giving to them, but they are in exchange giving me so much...
Myria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
I always felt drawn to helping individuals with disabilities. Growing up, my best friend had a few different disabilities that required therapy interventions. Later on, I fell in love with working in the field of therapy when I was a physical therapy aide in hippo therapy for children with disabilities. Since then, my interest...
5.0
(3)
I'm an experienced senior care provider, who has cared for men and women with numerous diagnoses, such as Alzheimer's, dementia, diabetes, heart disease, paralysis, stroke, brain injury, cancer, mental health, special needs, cerebral palsy, dysphagia and hearing loss. Each senior is unique with their own preferences, interests...
Betty can also help with: Respite care, dementia, home modification, personal care
5.0
"Betty is a very sweet person who took good care of my father. She would visit him or take him for a drive. We were very satisfied with her service."
Dora K.
Lesly G.
Madison, WI
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Lesly, I'm 27 years old and I'm from Peru. I currently live in Madison, WI.
I'd describe my personality as responsible, respectful and outgoing.
I have experience working with newborns, babies, toddlers and teens for more than 8 years. I have a bachelor degree in Hospitality Management and I worked as a Spanish...
Lesly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lesley was great with our rambunctious 3.5 year old daughter. "
Rebecca M.
5.0
(3)
Hello families! My name is Catherine. I'm a reliable, nurturing, and experienced care provider. I have 20 years of experience working with children including as a full-time nanny, at a daycare center, and as a care provider for teenagers & adults with special needs.
I'm a college grad with a BA in Philosophy, Environmental...
Catherine can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Catherine is an extremely caring sitter. She always kept the kids engaged and took them to museum and parks. I could tell my kids had a very positive experience with her based on their conversations. She has kept in touch with me even years after I have stopped...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have been working with children since I became a certified babysitter when I was 11 years old. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education for K-8th grade with a minor in Early Childhood (Birth-3rd). I have been a private tutor for several different children in all grades, from K through 8th grade, to improve their...
Kristin can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Kristin was our first nanny experience and she is the best! We were on several wait lists for center daycares but needed more assistance during the wait time. Kristin is very organized, communicative and kind!
This is my first baby and Kristin is a wealth of...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Sandtrece. I bring a wealth of experience and dedication to caregiving and education. Over the years, I have had the privilege of working in both healthcare facilities and home care settings, providing compassionate support to individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, cerebral palsy, autism, and other specialized...
Sandtrece can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Home Health Aide
5.0
(1)
Hello and thank you for taking the time to view my profile.
I am looking to care for kind and loving children who are open to learning new things and going on fun adventures.
Some information about me:
-I have my Masters degree in sustainability which means I enjoy teaching kids about plants and nature as well as gardening...
3.5
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Currently living in Whitewater providing care to young adults/children with special needs. I look forward to being a part of your family and helping in any way that I can!
Cathy M.
Madison, WI
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
RN Caregiver for 39 years
Pediatric experience
Nanny experience: Infant - school-age
Special needs adult, teen, and child experience
CPR/BLS Certified
Cathy can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Cathy was wonderful with my kids. My oldest can be a bit of a stubborn handful, and she was able to get him to cooperate beautifully with a loving firmness that gave him structure and kept him feeling safe and loved. She even got him to put his clothes away...
Enye M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi there!
I moved to Madison last August after completing my Ph. D. in Child Clinical Psychology at University of Virginia. I have a full-time job as a postdoctoral fellow during the week, and would love to become a regular weekend, weeknight, and/or special occasion babysitter for a few local families!
I have extensive...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Katie was amazing with our 8 month old daughter. Her communication is excellent and she is incredibly smart, kind and caring. I would highly recommend Katie!"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I started working with people who have all types of disabilities. The thing that made me love my job was that I seen how happy I could make 1 or 20 people feel everyday. Being a CNA that works with special needs people is the best thing that I could've ever asked to be and or do. I've learned that everybody learns different and...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I come from a very large family that offered an opportunity to watch children at a young age. I began nannying in high school for the same family with three boys (ages 4, 7, 12) full-time for three years, as well as for a family with two girls (ages 9 and 11) for one summer. I have also watched children with special needs as...
Nicole can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Nicole is upbeat and professional. She is good with my infant and our two large dogs. Would hire again and recommend that you do too."
Lauren B.
Alafia C.
Cottage Grove, WI
$25-26/hr • 7 yrs exp
Experienced, Caring, & Loving Nanny Ready To Help Support Your Child And Their Development!
5.0
(7)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with young children for over 5 years and recently was a Teacher at Red Caboose Childcare Center teaching & nurturing children in the 3-year-old classroom. I've cared for children with various special needs and have credentials to teach & care for toddlers & infants. I love to read books, make puzzles & treasure...
Alafia can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"My children love Alafia! She is kind, fun, dependable and very loving. My son talks about her all the time and is thrilled every time Alafia takes care of him."
Megan C.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Do you need regular or respite care for a special needs child?
Do you need regular or respite care for your parent or grandparent?
Please let me help you find some relief by providing care for them while you do other things.
-Just need a little help while you are recovering from an illness or surgery, please let me know and I...
Michelle can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, companionship, dementia, errands & more
Skills:
CNA
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Maria P.
Sun Prairie, WI
$15-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
I have owned my own child care for 20 plus years. I was a CNA. Love helping adults and Children learn and grow. I also would help families out with their love ones when they went on vacations. I have worked with all types of special needs. Love seeing the smile on their faces when they accomplish something.
Maria can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Sommer K.
Verona, WI
$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp
I currently have my certified nursing assistant (CNA) license from the state of Wisconsin, and I worked as a CNA in a post-surgical unit at UW Hospital as well for 6 months. I also have extensive experience with children with special needs. I started nursing school this Fall, and currently have wide availability from now until...
Sommer can also help with: Respite care, dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Cathy M.
Madison, WI
$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp
RN with 35years of experience: Home health, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. I was an ICU and trauma RN for over 22 years.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Waunakee, WI
Betty R.
5.0
After my rotator cuff surgery Betty set up my sleeping area (10 days sleeping while sitting up) and developed a chart for my meds, some of which were every two hours, some every three hours and some every four hours, which was extremely helpful. She also visited to check on my progress and meds.
- David S.
Lesly G.
5.0
Good communication and responsible.
- Care member
Catherine A.
5.0
Catherine is an extremely caring sitter. She always kept the kids engaged and took them to museum and parks. I could tell my kids had a very positive experience with her based on their conversations. She has kept in touch with me even years after I have stopped using her as my kids are older now. I...
- Care member
Kristin R.
5.0
Kristin was our first nanny experience and she is the best! We were on several wait lists for center daycares but needed more assistance during the wait time. Kristin is very organized, communicative and kind!
This is my first baby and Kristin is a wealth of knowledge on how to take care of babies!...
- Care member
Cathy M.
5.0
Cathy was wonderful with our toddler son! She was patient and caring, took interest in his interests, and was all around trustworthy and dependable. We wouldn't hesitate to hire her again.
- Alison W.
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