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60 special needs caregivers are listed in McFarland, WI

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in McFarland, WI

Kristin was our first nanny experience and she is the best! We were on several wait lists for center daycares but needed more assistance…

Review for Kristin R. by Care member

She's a great person and loves kids and she'll be the greatest care giver for the kids

Review for Amanda K. by Gerardo L.

Cathy was wonderful with our toddler son! She was patient and caring, took interest in his interests, and was all around trustworthy and…

Review for Cathy M. by Alison W.

Special needs caregivers in McFarland, WI

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Kristin R.


McFarland, WI

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider

5.0

(5)

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Kristin was our first nanny experience and she is the best! We were on several wait lists for center daycares but needed more assistance during the wait time. Kristin is very organized, communicative and kind! This is my first baby and Kristin is a wealth of...

Care member

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Breanna S.


McFarland, WI

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have my bachelors in psychology and social welfare and justice from Marquette University. I have experience working with children with autism from working as a behavioral treatment technician at Wisconsin Early Autism Project from May 2017 through April 2018. I moved on to working with youth and adult clients (ages 12-20) with...
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Taylor F.


McFarland, WI

$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Child Care

I grew up as the oldest of four and my brother just had a baby! I have been surrounded by kids and babies my whole life. I have had many different babysitting jobs from ages 3 months to 12 yrs, care jobs for people with special needs, and elderly care jobs. I am going to school for nursing, specifically pediatric nursing!
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling
Hi, I am Gylliane, my work experience includes; Rock A Bye child care center starting July 2022-August 2023. I also have experience with special needs kiddos as I was a behavioral technician for a short period of time. I currently am employed with The Goddard School as a lead teacher in a 18-24 month classroom. I have learned I...
Gylliane can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Amanda K.


Madison, WI

$15-20/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny, Tutor, Teacher

I have been a nanny for over 7 years now and have worked with children of all ages and personalities, including twins, multiple children, autism, cerebral palsy, and more. I love children and have a degree in Elementary Education. I hope to find a job within the next year and will be in search of jobs on Care. com until then
5.0
"She's a great person and loves kids and she'll be the greatest care giver for the kids"

Gerardo L.

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Cathy M.


Madison, WI

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

RN Caregiver for 39 years Pediatric experience Nanny experience: Infant - school-age Special needs adult, teen, and child experience CPR/BLS Certified
Cathy can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Cathy was wonderful with our toddler son! She was patient and caring, took interest in his interests, and was all around trustworthy and dependable. We wouldn't hesitate to hire her again."

Alison W.

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Alafia C.


Cottage Grove, WI

$25-26/hr • 7 yrs exp

Experienced, Caring, & Loving Nanny Ready To Help Support Your Child And Their Development!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have worked with young children for over 5 years and recently was a Teacher at Red Caboose Childcare Center teaching & nurturing children in the 3-year-old classroom. I've cared for children with various special needs and have credentials to teach & care for toddlers & infants. I love to read books, make puzzles & treasure...
Alafia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Our family loves Alafia, and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a nanny/child care provider. We first met Alafia when she was one of the teacher's in our older child's preschool classroom. He instantly felt a connection with Alafia and was always...

Blake R.

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Rayvin W.


Madison, WI

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I started working with people who have all types of disabilities. The thing that made me love my job was that I seen how happy I could make 1 or 20 people feel everyday. Being a CNA that works with special needs people is the best thing that I could've ever asked to be and or do. I've learned that everybody learns different and...
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Grace R.


Madison, WI

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun And Outgoing Respite Caregiver

Hello and thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I am looking to care for kind and loving children who are open to learning new things and going on fun adventures. Some information about me: -I have my Masters degree in sustainability which means I enjoy teaching kids about plants and nature as well as gardening...
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Betty R.


Madison, WI

$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Senior Care

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: Personal care, respite care, home modification, dementia
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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Amanda K.


Madison, WI

$18-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher & Reliable Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello families! I have 10 years of nanny experience through Care. com and 4 years teaching- working with the little ones is my passion! I am currently looking for a part or full-time position starting ASAP in Madison. My childcare experience includes working with kids from infancy through pre-teen in home, daycare, and school...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I hesitate to share because Amanda is the best and I want her all to ourselves ;). She was our nanny for a couple of years and came back to babysit during summer when we have needed her as well. She has become a member of our family and our girls love her (and so...

Maria D.

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Lesly G.


Madison, WI

$20-25/hr • 9 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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Good communication and responsible. "

Care member

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Amanda H.


Madison, WI

$20-32/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello Families! I am a caring, reliable, and compassionate person. Caring for kids over 24+ years. Newborns up to school-agers in all types of educational settings. I am dedicated and calm. I enjoy teaching young kids through developmentally appropriate activities adapted through play & hands-on learning. I enjoy getting down on...
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Amanda is a great caregiver, responsible, and mature. We feel safe and comfortable having her watch our children. Our son always says he has fun playing with her. She is able to handle tough situations. We love Amanda!"

Julie B.

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Katie S.


Madison, WI

$25-40/hr • 10 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: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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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Isabella D.


Madison, WI

$15-17/hr • 6 yrs exp

Babysitter

1.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an 18-year-old high school graduate. I have experience babysitting children of all ages as well as special needs children. I also have experience with overnight babysitting so I am able to help with whatever you need, no matter how many children you have or what needs they may have!
Isabella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Mary B.


Madison, WI

$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny!

I absolutely love kids. I grew up in a family of 8 and nannied a lot outside of that as well all thru high school. I've nannied professionally in my adulthood and absolutely love it. I strive to provide the best quality childcare. I value getting to know the kids and families and they're my top priority. I've nannied for a wide...
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Hannah M.


Madison, WI

$20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children in many capacities. I worked as a nanny for a family of three children ages 11, 9, and 3, two of whom had special needs. After they moved away, I worked in a daycare with children of all ages, although my specialty was infants to 4-year-olds. I worked there for two years until I moved...
Hannah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Samantha S.


Madison, WI

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter Available

I began babysitting when I was about 14 years old and babysat regularly throughout my high school years. I have experience in babysitting kids from the age of 1 through kids in early high school. I also worked as a counselor for a camp for three years. There, I worked as the inclusion counselor for children with special needs. I...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Philius B.


Madison, WI

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm A Social Worker/care Giver By Profession.

Special needs care, Elderly/Senior care, Good communication skills (verbal and written) problem solving skills, Driving skills with a clean record, computer skills, report writing. I'm a kind and empathetic Social Worker and Certified Nursing Assistant. I don't either smoke or drink.
Philius can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

CNA

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Zuriel Y.


Madison, WI

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Fun Bubbly Sitter!

I am a 24-year-old occupational therapy student with a passion for working with children. I have over 6 years of experience caring for kids ages 3 and up, as well as working respite for kids with special needs for the last 4. I have loved every minute of it! I am currently in my last year of occupational therapy school, where I...
Zuriel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Ratings for McFarland, WI special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in McFarland, WI are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.