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169 special needs caregivers are listed in Milwaukee, WI
The average rate is $16/hr as of May 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
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I'm Pamela, I'm 26 years old and my native language is Portuguese. I work with teenagers and small kids since I was 17yo, I am a teacher graduated in Brazil in history of the arts, theater and dance. I have just arrived in the US with the intention of improving my English and also my work with children. I can work with special...
5.0
"Pamela is a wonderful and kind person. She has a lot of knowledge with children and great work ethic. I would definitely hire to look after my kiddos!"
Reviewed by Marilia D.
Marquetta M.
Milwaukee, WI
$28-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
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Hi, My name is Marquetta but I also go by "M" for short. I am 34-year-old and love to work with seniors and special needs. I been taking care senior since I was 16, all starting with my grandparents. 6 years ago I decided that this is the job I can see my self doing for life. I am very compassionate, loving and will go above and...
5.0
"Marquetta is amazing, tremendous work ethics, very smart, professional, easy to communicate with, I feel safe when she's providing me with cares, I wish I would've met her sooner !!!"
Reviewed by Jeffrey M.
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I grew up with a mother who cared for the elderly, and did in home care for hospice patients throughout her life. During the last 6 years of my mothers life she developed several health issues, it was my privilege to be the primary caregiver for my own mother who devoted her life caring for others. I cleaned her home, scheduled...
5.0
"Michelle is like part of our family. She continually goes above and beyond for our Mom to make sure her needs are met. She is patient, kind, creative, dependable, flexible, and down to earth. Without...
Reviewed by Jenna P.
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I have experience with special needs children ages 11-14, ranging from ADD/ADHD, ASD, down syndrome, as well as children with physical and speech limits. My tasks as a caregiver range from helping with academic work, improving social and emotional skills, hygiene, bathroom, and eating assistance, and much more. I also currently...
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I have worked in an assisted living facility for two years where I gained experience working with patients with many different disabilities. I am also a nursing student at marquette University and I have done a clinical in a long-term care facility, and I've learned many skills for my schooling along with my experience at the...
Carolyn W.
Milwaukee, WI
$5-20/hr • 1 yrs exp
Child Caregiver Looking To Go Into Special Needs Education
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I have lots of experience in child care. I can adjust to the specific child's needs.
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I have been a job coach through the Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin for a year now and love it. I work with some of the best people! I've worked with a variety of diagnoses.
I am also a mom to a special needs child who is 10, she has a genetic condition, is non verbal and epileptic. So I am very familiar with the needs...
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Working for three full summers at Ernest P. Wallenberg Special Education Center in San Pedro, CA I assisted in teaching braille and sign language to children who were blind or deaf. I also aided in speech therapy with children who were on the spectrum. I coached high school students with Down Syndrome in their after school...
Sarah W.
Milwaukee, WI
$15-35/hr • 5 yrs exp
Caregiver-5 Years Experience Working With Kiddos Who Have Special Needs.
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Most my experience has been working in home practicing ABA style therapy with children age 1-7. Working on various tasks such as; self help skills, play skills, language, social skills, motor skills, etc. I also have some experience working with children age 6-12 in a school setting. These experiences have lead me to realize...
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My experience with special needs began at home, my brother has cognitive and behavioral challenges. Through him I've learned patience, importance of routine, positive redirection, creative approaches to learning and teaching etc. I am his caregiver today and forever. I have worked with a nine yo girl on the spectrum for a year....
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Hello! I am a special education teacher with a passion for the arts. I love working with people who have special needs and caring for people of all abilities.
My undergraduate degree is in theatre education (mostly focusing on middle and high school-age children), leading to my teaching license in theater. However, I discovered...
Hailey P.
Milwaukee, WI
$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp
I Am A Certified Respite Care Worker And Can Provide Care To Children With All Needs
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I love working with children whom have special needs. I find it so rewarding and it is one of my passions. I currently have only worked with children on the autism spectrum, however I am open to all needs and all children as it will improve my skills and prepare me for when I am a teacher.
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I am 25 years old and currently am a teacher who has worked for 3 years in the public school system as a special education teacher for students ages 11-14. I graduated from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh in the Spring of 2014 and have been teaching since then. Currently I am pursuing a masters degree for Occupational...
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I have worked with children and young adults with special needs for 7 years both in social and academic settings. I am CPR and First Aid trained. I worked at an autistic day camp for 2 summers followed by working for my school district as a special education teaching assistant for the following 3 summers as well as assisting in...
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I am a certified occupational therapist who has worked with both children and adults with special needs. I have worked in adult day programs for people with mental illness (depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and dementia), and cognitive impairments (traumatic brain injuries, Autism, Down syndrome, and general cognitive...
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I have never gave care to someone with special needs, but I have been a nanny for three small children for four years and I am a certified CNA and have CPR as well. The only care I have gave to those with special needs was during my CNA clinical rotations.
Holly B.
Milwaukee, WI
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
School Social Worker With Experience Working With Children With Disabilities.
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My name is Holly and I am a full-time School Social Worker in the Milwaukee Public School District. I currently work on a daily basis with students who are at various physical and mental developmental stages and have a wide range of abilities. From 2011-2012, I was also employed as an Autism Line Therapist, and therefore...
Brittany J.
Milwaukee, WI
$15-22/hr • 8 yrs exp
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My name is Brittany, I am a certified teacher in early childhood and early childhood special education, and I love helping children succeed! I have 8 years of paid experience working with children with special needs and like to work from an approach that builds off of the strengths children already have to boost their confidence...
Alyssa L.
Milwaukee, WI
$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have worked as a therapist for an autistic child, and am currently an educational assistant at an area school. I work with students who have cognitive disabilities.
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For the past year, I have been employed as a Life Skills Mentor for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Every day I spend with my participants is a blessing. I have found my passion in life and would love to become a friend and role model to your amazing miracle.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Milwaukee, WI
Pamela N.
5.0
Pamela is a wonderful and kind person. She has a lot of knowledge with children and great work ethic. I would definitely hire to look after my kiddos!
- Marilia D.
Marquetta M.
5.0
Marquetta is amazing, tremendous work ethics, very smart, professional, easy to communicate with, I feel safe when she's providing me with cares, I wish I would've met her sooner !!!
- Jeffrey M.
Michelle H.
5.0
Michelle is like part of our family. She continually goes above and beyond for our Mom to make sure her needs are met. She is patient, kind, creative, dependable, flexible, and down to earth. Without Michelle our Mom would not be able to live in her own apartment. She has helped us navigate...
- Jenna P.
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Ratings for Milwaukee, WI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.5 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Milwaukee, WI are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 56 reviews of the 169 listed special needs caregivers.