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Suzanne S.

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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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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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hi, I am Hannah. I live in the Kaukauna area. I work at the Kaukauna clinic as a phlebotomist. I am a very sweet, kind, and caring person. I'm always willing to learn and help out in anyway needed. I do have CPR certifications and am a caregiver on Wednesday's and occasionally the weekends. Looking for a steady client who I can...
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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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$25/hr
10 years experience
I am a natural caregiver with extensive experience. My experience began in 2000 when I received my CNA licence, in 2013 I worked for the school district with special needs children. In 2016, I graduated as a Physical Therapist Assistant and have worked in all settings from hospital to home and everything in between.
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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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$18/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Maggie, and I have been a nanny for the past four summers. I've worked with two families, both with children with autism, providing support through fun activities, transportation to summer school, and consistent care at home and in the community. I am currently a 4th grade teacher at St. Nicholas School in...
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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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$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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Appleton, WI

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
I worked for Appleton Area School District and was a teacher's assistant for an elementary school. I met and worked with a variety of different ages and personalities. I enjoy teaching and aiding in good child development. Its now been a while but through this helpful website I was able to help provide childcare for s special...
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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
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
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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$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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About Me

Appleton, WI

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello! I have a plethora of childcare experience. I was a summer camp counselor for three summers, where I was in charge of maintaining the health and safety of about 10 children ages 3-5 years old. I have babysit children from ages 0-12 years old, and nannied for a family of 4 children for one summer. I have experience taking...
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Hi! I'm Vanessa!

Appleton, WI

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as bubbly, joyful, and creative! I like working with kids because they inspire me to be a better person. I love watching kids interact, imagine, create, and develop life skills before my very eyes. They remind me to slow down and enjoy the little things in life! I started working with kids when I...
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Full Time Caregiver

Menasha, WI

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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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Neenah, WI

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$15/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I worked at a swim school for 2. 5 years and worked with kids of all ages regularly, many of them having special needs such as autism. I am CPR and first aid trained, and I have a babysitting certification. I believe in open communication with parents and prefer to follow their preferred method of contact. I also can update...
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Greenville, WI

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have over 15 years of childcare experience. I have worked with families with multiples (over 8 different sets of twins) and also newborns. I have experience working with children with special needs, including speech therapy and developmental issues. I am also trained to teach swim lessons to children ages infant up to adult...
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22 Year Old Caregiver

Combined Locks, WI

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello everyone! My name is Erica and I'm 22 years old. I have 7 years of paid work experience with children and I love what I do. I know that as a caregiver I'm not only there to support the children, but also the parents. That being said, if there is any work you need done outside of caring for children, I am more than willing...
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Kimberly, WI

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$24/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I love being a mom to two amazing boys, and understand how difficult it can be with work, busy schedules, and activities. I am an empathetic, open minded and attentive caregiver who is sensitive to the diverse needs of every child. I have experience with special needs kids/adults, which has taught me so much patience and...
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