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Helayna G.

Neenah, WI

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have been a caregiver for a handicap girl through the state sense I was 17 years old. I had to do meal prep, weekend respite, outings like movies or stores, baths, pill distribution, help with changing. I also have a younger brother I use to babysit so I know how to take care of his age from 1-10 years old. Ive learned...
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Menasha, WI

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$14/hr
6 years experience
I'd describe my personality as happy going, compassionate caregiver. I care about people's feelings and attentive to detail I'm looking for a job that I am able to provide care to my clients and be able to improve their quality of life. In my spare time, I like to run cross country. I also love to hang out with friends and...
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Greenville, WI

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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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Kaukauna, WI

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$14/hr
I have many years experience with children and adults with disabilities caring for them. Before I was married (many years ago;) I was an adult foster provider for a young woman with CP nonverbal, incontinent, and wheelchair bound. I would love to see If I could assist you and your family in some way to experience respite and...
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22 Year Old Caregiver

Combined Locks, WI

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$10/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 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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Full Time Experienced Caregiver Available

Neenah, WI

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I currently work as a caregiver in a group home setting. I have multitudes of trainings and I am a certified personal care worker. The caregiving field is something that I love to do and feel as though I excel in. I also have a passion for cooking, and currently am in charge of my group home's budget, menu planning, and cooking....
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Neenah, WI

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$14/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have worked at a swim school for almost 2 years and work with kids regularly, many of them having special needs such as autism. I am CPR and first aid trained, and I have a babysitting certification. I babysit every once in a while. I believe in open communication with parents and prefer to follow their preferred method of...
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Neenah, WI

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$10/hr
5 years experience
My brother is 12 years old and he is on the spectrum. He has taught me so much and has blown my mind in several ways. In high school, I worked with special needs kids and developed a strong love for their minds and the way they displayed their love. Because of these experiences, I have had the opportunity to learn a lot about...
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I am a former physical therapist, personal caregiver, and mother to a beautiful grown-up daughter. I love kids of all ages, and I love getting to know them and support them and their parents. I'd describe my personality as honest, caring, and fun. I like working with kids because they are still full of wonder about...

Doctor Of Physical Therapy

Menasha, WI

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a physical therapist with 40 years of clinical experience. I am very intuitive and interactive when it comes to caring for those children and adults with special needs. I love using positive interaction using my touch, voice, and a holistic individual approach to each special individual.
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De Pere, WI

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I am a currently a special education teacher and as a result my availability is limited. I have worked with children as a babysitter or nanny for over 10 years now. I worked for 2 years as a child care worker with Family Services and 2 year as a direct support professional (working with kids with special needs). I...

Marie G. says "We found Laura on Care.com. My 2 young children and I liked her right away. She has been doing a great job for us, I am really grateful we met her. She is...

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De Pere, WI

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
I come from a loving and caring family. I started babysitting in 8th grade. I was asked by my parents friends to watch their children regularly. During my high school career I continued to babysit, and in my summers I took on nanny jobs. My nanny jobs consisted of 10 to 12 hour days. These days consisted of driving the kids to...

Sarah O. says "Greta is compassionate and readily appreciated by people she meets. She holds herself to high standards in efforts she involves herself in."

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De Pere, WI

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$13/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Katelyn , and I'm excited to apply for a babysitting position. I've always loved working with children and have several years of experience caring for kids of all ages. For the past three years, I've also had the privilege of working with children with special needs, which has helped me develop strong...
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Babysitter

Oshkosh, WI

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I have always babysat for family members or family friends but I started working with kids in November 2022 and have consistently since. One thing you should know about me is I come from a big family with lots of kids. I am an aunt to 4 under the age of 10 so I spend a lot of time babysitting. I also work as a youth crisis...
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Experienced And Outgoing Caregiver

De Pere, WI

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$19/hr
6 years experience
Hello! My name is Brynn, I have six years experience working and mentoring people within the special needs community. I've worked floor positions which had me performing everyday tasks to working a supervisory position over a CBRF where I was delegated tasks further in detail like doctors appointments and client finances. I am...
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Brillion, WI

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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
I have 20+ years of experience working with children, including children with special needs. I also have experience running and owning my own State licensed family day care. I was nursery supervisor for 2 Christ the King churches (Combined Locks and Sherwood). I have experience working with children, teens, and adults with...
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Compassionate Caregiver

Brillion, WI

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
Hello, I am a Mother of five and Grandma to 7. I love working with people and pets. I have many years experience working with Adults with disabilities as well as experience running a in home daycare. I have a current level 5 background check for the state of Florida and trained in CPR. Experience working with dementia and...
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De Pere, WI

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$10/hr
6 years experience
I have worked with special needs children for over 10 years with varying disabilities from children who have gone through some sort of trauma in their life, developmental disorders, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, etc.. I have loved worked with those with special needs since I was in high school which led me to pursue a...
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De Pere, WI

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$13/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As a nurturing caregiver since my early teens (I am now a 38yo mother of an 8yo boy, with multiple nieces and nephews) I am passionate about creating a safe and stimulating environment for children to thrive. I have a special love in my heart and patience for special needs. My goal is to make a positive impact on young lives and...
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De Pere, WI

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$12/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Ashley, I'm a fun, patient, passionate, reliable person who enjoys helping others. I graduated from the University of Wisconsin Whitewater with a degree in psychology and a minor in special education. I have over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages including those with special needs and love...

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