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Special needs child care in Chanhassen, MN

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Emilia J.


Excelsior, MN

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

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This year I worked in the DCD room at Minnetonka High School. I also PCA for many kids in our classroom too. I feel at ease working with kids of any ability and making them not only feel safe but identify strengths in order to build skills to be independent.
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Katie G.


Wayzata, MN

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Empathetic & Easy-going Specialist

Hello there! I'm a kind, empathetic, and flexible caregiver. If a friend or family member had to describe me I believe they'd say that I'm a tenacious young adult who knows how to roll with the punches. I have extensive experience working with children and teens suffering from mental illness, including substance abuse - as both...
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Elyse J.


Chaska, MN

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

With 35 years of dedicated nursing experience, I have established a remarkable career focused on supporting clients with disabilities. My journey is characterized by a profound commitment to patient care, advocacy, and empowerment. I have a passion for working with individuals facing various disabilities. I have expertise in...

Linda P.


Hopkins, MN

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Education -learning Disabilities, Aspergers, Education And Preschool

I have worked with a school district for several years and have mostly worked with middle school but I enjoy high school as well as smaller children. I am patient, soft spoken, nurturing and look at the child's strengths before anything else. I am reliable, responsible and have CPR training as well as First Aid and am med...

Shelley B.


Hopkins, MN

$30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Para-Caregiver

Looking for live in health care position for elderly seniors and or hospice have three solid years of experience treating my clients as I would treat and care for as if they were my own parents or grandparents have a loving heart gentle hands great companionship will do light housekeeping will do laundry cook prepare meals clean...

Linda P.


Hopkins, MN

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver-Experience With Special Needs Children

I had a home daycare when my children were smaller. Today I have almost 20 years of experience with small children and working with a school district specializing in helping kids with disabilities. I am mild mannered and soft spoken but with a wonderful sense of humor. I feel that I am resourceful and primarily want to treat...
Linda can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Joanne H.


Minneapolis, MN

$16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I started my career in social work working with Special Needs children, specifically with Autistic children. In my later career years I worked for Mount Olivet Rolling Acxres as a Case Supervisor. I currently work as a staff member for Fraser in a high functioning group home of 4 adult men. Based on my experiences and their...

Sara R.


Hopkins, MN

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

I currently work as a 5th grade teacher after 3 years of teaching 6th grade in a middle school. Prior to that I spent 7 years as a Special Education educational assistant. During my time in education I have coached soccer, basketball and volleyball. I also taught various after school and summer school activities. I spent a...

Catherine H.


Chaska, MN

$10-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have had experience with special needs throughout my life. During my college years, I worked in a nursing home for seniors with mental disabilities. I have a nephew with special needs, and have had experience with friends who children have special needs. Currently, I work in a staffing department of a home health company. We...

Colby T.


Eden Prairie, MN

$17-22/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Colby! I am excited to get to know kiddos and their families. I have a passion to work with disabled kiddos. I have a ton of paid experience in the group home setting and as a Positive Behavior Support Specialist. I also do not shy away from challenging behaviors. On top of my work experience, I have a son who...

Frances B.


Eden Prairie, MN

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

Counselor/Therapist

I have a variety of experience working with children, and adults . Provide positive feedback, outgoing and have worked with a variety of clients.
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Rachael R.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Child Care Provider For Children With Special Needs

5.0

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Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as gentle, kind, creative, patient and very silly!! I love working with children We learn from them as they do from us I'm a get on the floor and play kind of person. Love tea parties with raspberry tea, games and any that allow me to use that moment in the best way possible Love crafts or...
Rachael can also help with: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"WE LOVE RACHAEL! And so does our baby! She took such fantastic care of our two year old and chihuahuas. She was kind, playful, warm, so helpful, and very experienced with connecting with kids. Our two year old immediately loved her and did not cry at all- she was...

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Kris U.


Minneapolis, MN

$50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been involved in the care giving field for over 10 years and every client I've ever worked with is near and dear to me. I grew up around many special needs people as my mom works at a day program and often brought clients to our home for holidays and other occasions. In my professional career I have worked in group homes...
5.0
"Kris is an exceptional human being. They were our after school care for my child with autism 3-4 days a week. Kris made after school fun. I felt that Kris brought a good deal of experience as well as sensibility to caring for my child. I highly recommend Kris!"

Jenn D.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a special needs brother and been helping him. I also have taken care of other kids with special needs.
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Erika O.


Minneapolis, MN

$35/hr • 6 yrs exp

American Graduate Student With Special Needs Experience In Edinburgh

I have worked with children with special needs for the previous three years in a professional context and have a master's degree in special education. Most of my experience is with children and adolescents from 9 months to 17 years. I can connect and engage with a wide range of children and absolutely love working with kiddos! I...
Erika can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Erika engages with children in play and my children love her, often requesting for her, asking when they will get to play with her next! Very punctual, neat, asks good questions, and gives helpful updates upon our return."

Michelle P.

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Adria M.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mother, special education teacher, and multiple pet owner. I support, advocate for and provide education and care for people with special needs.
5.0
"Adria just started working with my son. He thinks she's great and we are glad to have her on our care team! She is patient, organized, funny, and flexible"

Chris J.

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Joshua J.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Best Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

13 Years Experience Dealing with Special Needs Currently Home care Manager Manage Children and adult special intellectual Disability, From Autism, Cerebral and special disorders. Non-Ambulatory Ambulatory Patients
5.0
"Very experienced and dependable, from a lot caregivers we have hired he is by far the best."

Asamoah J.

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Susan M.


Minneapolis, MN

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

General

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mature, experienced and fun-loving caregiver who loves to play with, read to and teach kids of all ages. I have experience working in a daycare and as a nanny, as well as in homes. I am smart, honest, caring and a good problem solver. I have a professional background in fundraising also, but most recently, I have been...
5.0
"Susie has been a part-time nanny to our boys (now 5 and 7) for three years. She has built strong relationships with them both - my 5 yo put her first on the list of who he wanted to invite to his birthday party! She always treats them with patience and respect,...

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Kaylie V.


Burnsville, MN

$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My experience caring for individuals with special needs started when I was about 5yrs old. I needed to help provide day to day support to my brother, who has Autism. As I got older, I began assisting with the Special Olympics program as a coach. I enjoyed working 1:1 with the players and supporting them as they learned and...
5.0
"Kaylie has been a PCA (Personal Care Attendant) for my Autistic son for 5 years. She's been great! With COVID, our needs have changed, since I'm now working from home."

Joan V.

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Chanhassen, MN

Rachael R.

5.0

WE LOVE RACHAEL! And so does our baby! She took such fantastic care of our two year old and chihuahuas. She was kind, playful, warm, so helpful, and very experienced with connecting with kids. Our two year old immediately loved her and did not cry at all- she was so fun!

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Kris U.

5.0

Kris is an exceptional human being. They were our after school care for my child with autism 3-4 days a week. Kris made after school fun. I felt that Kris brought a good deal of experience as well as sensibility to caring for my child. I highly recommend Kris!

- Jenn D.

Erika O.

5.0

Erika engages with children in play and my children love her, often requesting for her, asking when they will get to play with her next! Very punctual, neat, asks good questions, and gives helpful updates upon our return.

- Michelle P.

Adria M.

5.0

Adria just started working with my son. He thinks she's great and we are glad to have her on our care team! She is patient, organized, funny, and flexible

- Chris J.

Joshua J.

5.0

Joshua did an amazing job caring for my brother (23) who has down syndrome. He jumped right in, was very comfortable and M. loved him.

- Jennifer O.

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