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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 January 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Waunakee, WI

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Christina S.


Madison, WI

$20-30/hr

Behavior Technician

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I provide assistance to kids who deal with challenging behaviors in school and at home. I provide calming strategies and prompt functional language.
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Amber P.


Madison, WI

$35-50/hr3 yrs exp

I am a 22-year-old social work student and I have a good amount of experience with kiddos! I have had my internship with children with special needs, and I am CPR/AED certified. I am super flexible with my first job since I work early mornings and Im available afternoon/evenings! I'd describe my personality as outgoing, kind,...
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Kathleen L.


Madison, WI

$21-31/hr5 yrs exp

Musician, Baker, Artist, & Big Sister

I'm a 25-year-old college graduate with a major in piano performance! I have years of experience teaching piano to a variety of ages, including special needs. My critical reading and formal logic skills helped me land a tech job at Epic with no experience, and I've been plugging away at that for several years. I'm a little...
Kathleen can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

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Rebecca F.


Middleton, WI

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Nanny Looking For Positions

I discovered a passion for working with children that have special needs after becoming a nanny for two children with an extra need for help. I felt privileged to be their advocate and an amplifier of their voice in medical and educational settings. I truly enjoy taking initiative to learn all I can to help children, and my...
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Lauren S.


Madison, WI

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Childcare

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...

Myria B.


Middleton, WI

$40-50/hr10 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, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Chloe S.


Madison, WI

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

College Student (Pre-Physical Therapy)

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...
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Betty R.


Madison, WI

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Care

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, personal care, dementia, home modification
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...

David S.

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Lesly G.


Madison, WI

$20-25/hr9 yrs exp

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.

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Catherine A.


Madison, WI

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider Happy To Help :)

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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Catherine has such a beautiful heart for others. She is kind, honest, hardworking, loyal, and compassionate. She has always shown a deep respect for others and we really appreciated the time she spent working with our family! Catherine would always be welcome back."

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Kristin R.


McFarland, WI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

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

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Kristin is great! My older two girls love her. She always comes with 1 or 2 of her own activities. She is interactive, dependable and we are lucky to have found her. She stresses work/life balance, which I can appreciate being a working mom of 3!"

Adam K.

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Erik B.


Madison, WI

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

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!
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Katie S.


Madison, WI

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

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:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katie babysat for our 9-month old after our regular date night babysitter cancelled. Her communication was excellent, and her experience and confidence with young children came through the moment she walked through the door. Our son is active, on the cusp of...

Margot S.

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Lindsey M.


Cross Plains, WI

$15-22/hr10 yrs exp

Stay-at-home-mom (School Counselor) Providing Childcare

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a School Counselor of 8 years, now stay-at-home-mom for my infant (and 9&10y/o). I have a clear passion for children. I have worked with 4K-12 kids in school counseling. I specialize in trauma-informed care, cognitive behavior therapy (using "think sheets" to change behavior), and reaching kids with special needs. I am...
Lindsey can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I met Lindsey in person and I am very comfortable with her providing care for my son. I am looking forward to using her services in the future."

Kris G.

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Nicole P.


Verona, WI

$10-20/hr7 yrs exp

Engaging, Energetic, And Flexible Sitter

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

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Michelle M.


Deerfield, WI

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available!

Hired by 1 family 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: Meal prep, dementia, errands, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

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Stephanie K.


Verona, WI

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I have worked with children since I was 14 years old. I am currently a Director of Children's Ministry at a local church. I have two children, 6 and 8 years old. I love engaging with kids, seeing the world through their eyes, encouraging growth and curiosity. I have experience with kids of all ages and also special needs.
Stephanie can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Heidi K.


Verona, WI

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Former Licensed Family Daycare Owner Looking For P/T Work In Or Near Verona.

I had a Family Daycare in Verona while my son was growing up. He is now 28. I ran it for 13 yrs, taking care of all ages, licensed for 8 kids. I have lived in Verona for 24 years. I am looking to help out a family or two as I miss the kiddos. I work at my Verona home and typically have flexible hours. I have excellent...
Heidi can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Maria P.


Sun Prairie, WI

$15-26/hr10 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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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

Lesley was great with our rambunctious 3.5 year old daughter.

- Rebecca M.

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 is great! My older two girls love her. She always comes with 1 or 2 of her own activities. She is interactive, dependable and we are lucky to have found her. She stresses work/life balance, which I can appreciate being a working mom of 3!

- Adam K.

Katie S.

5.0

Katie is great with kids of all ages, including more challenging situations like caring for twins. She is on time, dependable, and a clear communicator. I just wish she lived closer so we could take advantage of her skilled services on a consistent basis!

- Shannon C.

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