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Davida C.

Caring And Creative Nanny

Appleton, WI

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi! I am a cheerful and patient caregiver. I have 6 years of professional childcare experience, 3 of those working with children with special needs. I have experience with 1mo-15yo and multiples. My adult and pediatric CPR/AED/first-aid was updated in 08. 22 and I have completed coursework in early childhood education through...

Care Member says "Davida was an absolute dream. She cared for my 5 year old and 1 year old girls while I was at work this week and they just adored her. My oldest didn’t...

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Experienced Special Needs Nanny

Appleton, WI

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$20/hr
2 years experience
-Currently working as a ABA therapist. (2 1/2) -Nannied previously (3yrs) - I am willing to become certified in necessary care credentials (with compensation)
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Special Needs Care Provider

Appleton, WI

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I have experience with children with special needs. My mom was a special education teacher at my school when I was growing up.
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Calm And Caring Nanny

Appleton, WI

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Davida. I have a passion for caring for disabled children, and learning more about the best ways to provide disabled people care, support, and companionship. My passion was formed in my teen years as a primary caretaker for an autistic family member. I pride myself on being a patient and kind person and finding...
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Appleton, WI

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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I'm Laura, and I'm looking to be a big sister and mentor figure in my neighborhood. I enjoy staying active through hiking or a trip to the YMCA. Indoors I'm pretty crafty, with painting and knitting. I have three cats and go to school part time for my bachelors degree. I already have my Associates in arts and science! 1+...
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Appleton, WI

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Hi there. I have worked with children and adults with special needs my entire adult life. During college I worked as a line therapist working with children with ASD. Once I graduated, I decided to explore the adult world and worked as a legal guardian for adults with disabilities. But after doing that for a few years, I realized...
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Appleton, WI

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Looking for a family that is looking for a part time extra hand to help with daily activities and daily routine.
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Patient Caregiver

Appleton, WI

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$25/hr
4 years experience
I am a caregiver for people of all ages and backgrounds who is kind and patient and willing to work through different needs. I have part time availability at the moment
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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Appleton, WI

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I find joy in helping children learn and master new skills as well as gaining independence in their daily activities. I have been working with students with special needs since graduating college. I have primarily worked with students with Autism, ADHD, and Down Syndrome. I enjoy creating fun and engaging ways and games to help...
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Appleton, WI

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I'm a special needs parent myself and have an additional 3+ years of professional experience caring for those with physical and development disabilities. I'm also certified to pass medication in the state of Wisconsin from my prior experience in a group home setting. Please feel free to reach out with any questions about...
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Vanessa - Experienced And Caring Childcare Provider

Appleton, WI

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I love to work with kids because every interaction is a chance to make their day. I enjoy knowing that I am supporting their growth and development while being a positive role model and support system. I both value and thrive on connection. Even in short-term care, I aim to make a lasting, positive impact. I'm also the sister of...
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Nanny Of 2 Years Looking For A Full-Time Job.

Appleton, WI

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Travel
carpooling
I have always had love for children of all ages, I've been babysitting for family and friends for a couple years now as well. I'm very good with kids too, I have a lot of patience and love for every kid I babysit as if they were a family member. When I was in high school I also did work with special needs kids for 2 years which...
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Appleton, WI

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$15/hr
4 years experience
I'm an outgoing, energetic, and enthusiastic childcare provider with four years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for working with children stems from a desire to make a positive impact on their lives and support families in need of reliable childcare. I am adept at communicating with parents about their...
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Appleton, WI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
Hi! I'm Samee! I have been a nanny on and off for 15+ years. I have extensive experience with children that have special needs including but not limited to Down Syndrome, ADHD, Autism, anxiety, and depression. I love doing activities outdoors as well as crafts and games inside. I also encourage fun, creative, educational games...
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Part Time To Full Time Caregiver Avalible

Appleton, WI

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$15/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting and care giving for children since I was about 12 years old, from the neighbors children to family friends. The kids that I have watched ranged from ages 6 months old to about 10. I have taken care of one child who had special needs who was 6. For a few summers in a row, I had summer jobs of babysitting...
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Appleton, WI

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I'm a flexible family pet handler and youth care worker located in the Appleton/Hortonville area! I have 1+ years of professional experience working with children 12-18. This includes those with special needs, behavioral issues, and medical routines. I am a part-time student pursuing my graduate degree in...
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Full Time Caregiver

Menasha, WI

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi I'm Leah and I've cared for many special needs children including my own daughter who has severe attachment disorder . I've also had experience taking care of a beautiful young girl with severe cerebral palsy fed from a feeding tube and have had the chance to work with many children with autism from all my day care teaching...
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Joyful Caregiver

Kaukauna, WI

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$8/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
hospice services
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I have decades of helping families in need of special care and respite for their sweet adult children. As a homeschooling mother of two grown children (now in college) I have time to give. Most of my life I have been able to serve the special needs community, and elderly community. I have a number of years experience as a CNA...
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Part-time Babysitter

Neenah, WI

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello. I am currently available to nanny, babysit, clean, or pet sit. I have a lot of experience with kids and animals. I have 10 siblings (two of them being special needs, so I have been exposed to different types of care) , I am babysitting and CPR certified, and I also assisted with the special needs kids program at my school...
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