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Special needs child care in Maple Plain, MN

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Katie G.


Wayzata, MN

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Empathetic & Easy-going Specialist

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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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Doreen B.


Chanhassen, MN

$40-50/hr

Special Needs Helper

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I will ensure your loved one is cared for fully. I have four children in which are grown adults and I often get comments on how well behaved and what great young adults they are. I would love to continue to help out and give my love and attention to other children. I had a cousin with Down syndrome and she actually graduated...
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Martin G.


Minneapolis, MN

$50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a registered nurse at NMH. I decided to go into health care so that I can bring smiles to my patients in their healing journey. I provide skilled care with empathy to ensure that my patients receive the best care possible and also feel well cared for.
5.0
"He is trustworthy and a great caregiver. Martin care for the person he is serving."

Duff D.

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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
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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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Susan M.


Minneapolis, MN

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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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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Rebecca F.


Hopkins, MN

$19-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassion, Experience, And Training

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been told that I have a talent for communicating with and calming special needs persons; I believe that is due to experience and intuition, plus deeply wanting to help those that need it. I have more than 10 years experience working with young people or adults with special needs. I was a PCA in a group home and...
5.0
"Rebecca helped me when I stayed with my son in Minneapolis. She is dependable, trustworthy, great at communicating and coordinating schedules, and a pleasure to be around. I highly recommend her!"

Emily A.

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Amber O.


Osseo, MN

$18-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a county case manager for 9 years, but I prefer direct services. I have been caring for an autistic toddler for 6+ months now. I prefer to be busy, so housekeeping is a plus. I am looking for seasonal work as I have a gardening business in the summer months. I have worked with waivers for many years, and was also an...
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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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Lixin Z.


Minneapolis, MN

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working/taking care of people. I have been working as a Certified Medical Assistant in internal medicine for 17years. My clinical experience could help with making clinical decisions if needed. I have also been working as a CNA/HHA/PCA in assisted living/memory care or the last 18 years. The home care skills could help...
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Hailey B.


Buffalo, MN

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello! I am Hailey! I have recently become a certified PCA (Personal Care Assistant) and am interested/wanting to work with kids with special needs! I am young so I do not know everything - but I am willing to sit down and come up with a care plan. I currently work but am looking to be a full time nanny. I babysit when I can and...
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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.

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Rachel R.


Eden Prairie, MN

$18-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part Time Personal Care Worker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with adults and children with special needs for most of my life. My grandma owns group home for adults with disabilities. I'm a certified PCW and am comfortable with personal cares, errands, light cleaning, passing medications.
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Cindy C.


Chaska, MN

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider Seeks Family

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings! I am a senior caregiver, preferably overnights I have 10 years experience as a professional caregiver. My services include: hygiene , mobility assistance, medication preparation, and night time comfort and care. My background is full-time ministry , thus I consider senior care as an extension of my vocation. I...
5.0
"I volunteered to write this recommendation for Cindy because I am very grateful for her contributions to our family. Cindy offered her services as a personal care provider for my dad for several years. Dad was able to live a very rich and full life with our family...

Rosemarie K.

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Kyla O.


Minneapolis, MN

$22-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there. I'm Kyla. I have experience working with an awesome group of adults that have Prader-Willi Syndrome. Getting to work and putting a smile on their face or even getting a laugh honestly makes my day! Those with PWS suffer from rage and other major behavioral issues including violence. They also tend to have mental...
5.0
"Kyla has been working with my 22 year old mentally ill kid. Kyla was able to take our kid to appointments and help extensively around the house, from rabbit care to yard work. She was so good at teaching our kid to be independent that she worked herself out of a...

Kelly R.

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Ann G.


Osseo, MN

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages, body types, and diagnoses residentially, in schools, and at summer camps. I currently hold my PCA certification in the state of Minnesota and was a Medicaid provider in Columbus, Ohio for nine years. I have home health experience and speak very basic ASL! Please...
5.0
"Anny has been our young-adult daughter's caregiver for almost two years. We are so fortunate to have enlisted her services. Anny is an extremely gifted communicator and companion for persons with special needs. Her competence, dependability, devotion,...

Kerry S.

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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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Kelley N.


Buffalo, MN

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Patient Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I love caring for children with special needs! I love helping them learn life skills, independence, and meeting their goals! I've done some pca work and I have a lot of experience with multiple types of conditions that require extra care. I only work with children currently and absolutely love it!
5.0
"I really can't say enough about Kelley. She follows my instructions to a T, the boys LOVE her, she plays with them, and always keeps it interesting. My boys are special needs and high energy and she does a phenomenal job. 10/10 definitely recommend her!"

Adele W.

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Makayla F.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have grown up with a little brother who has autism and volunteered with special Olympics my entire life. I also have worked for a private family for a young man with autism. I would work on motor, language, and social skills with him. For the past couple years I have worked in a group home with residents of all different...
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Sophia A.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Im Sophie, and I'm excited to provide care for individuals with special needs or for neurotypical individuals. I'm a student at the University of Minnesota pursuing a degree in psychology and political science, and I am passionate about helping with with the everyday demands of life! I am interested in working with people of...
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Elizabeth A.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-21/hr • 10 yrs exp

School Age Special Need Experience Care Provider

I have been a special education paraprofessional in the public school for 10+ years working with both elementary and secondary learners. Most recently, I have been in an autism spectrum kindergarten classroom. I have special need children of my own, so understand the challenges that can present.
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Maple Plain, MN

Martin G.

5.0

He is trustworthy and a great caregiver. Martin care for the person he is serving.

- Duff 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.

Susan M.

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, handles conflicts well, and asks us...

- Care member

Rebecca F.

5.0

Rebecca helped me when I stayed with my son in Minneapolis. She is dependable, trustworthy, great at communicating and coordinating schedules, and a pleasure to be around. I highly recommend her!

- Emily A.

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.

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