Find Trusted Special Needs Child Care Near Me in Waconia, MN

I love helping people and that is how I started working with people with special needs. I have worked with adults and children, all with different issues. A few are autism, Down syndrome, bi-polar, muscular dystrophy, etc. I like knowing that I am making a difference in someone's life.

Hello! My caregiving experience started with a full time job at a group home, where I was promoted to house manager. I then became a Special Ed Instructor at a day program. In 2015, I had the opportunity to move in with my grandfather. He didn't need 24/7 care so I was able to work my full time job, and in the nights and... show more

Hi! I am a nanny/PCA with over 15 years experience caring for infants-adult years. I love all people, and have found that my biggest passion is caring for the hearts and minds of those with special needs. I have worked with a wide range of diagnoses, most experience with those with Autism & Down Syndrome. I have worked in school... show more

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... show more

I am currently an Occupational therapy student at the University of Missouri. I will be graduating in May 2021 with my Master's degree. I have experience working with a variety of disabilities across the life span. I am interested in learning more about you! I look forward to hearing back from you!

For the past eight years I have worked with a young man that has a developmental disability and he has become one of the biggest joys of my life. I have worked in the area of Senior care so that is an area of great passion for me as well. I grew up on a farm so I have owned every pet imaginable throughout my life, so if someone... show more

I have siblings on the autism spectrum and fetal alcohol syndrome. I have worked as a licensed personal care attendant for over a year. The agency I currently am hired through is ACCRA Care. Responsibilities as a PCA have included driving to appointments, feeding, helping promote independence, structured activities and outings.

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... show more

Since a young age, I've been passionate in helping the developmentally disabled due to having a close family member that suffered from developmental handicaps. I have over 10 years of experience in this field. I am searching to continue my care taking for a family in need of someone who is willing to share their love, kindness,... show more

Hello, I am assisting my 88-year-old father with his Alzheimer's and dementia issues. Mostly assist with his medical appointments, taking to and from and making appointments. Assisting him with organization and keeping on task. Some light housekeeping also.

I have been working with children & adults of all kinds of backgrounds & needs. I have been in the child care & personal care attendant (PCA) field for 14 years, & I love it!! I am very passionate about helping individuals who can't help themselves, I feels it's a blessing & it's the right thing to do.

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.

I have helped my mom in the classroom, she is a teacher's assistant in a cognitively disabled severe classroom. I have also been personal care assistant for a boy with special needs. My cousin has special needs as well. I am passionate about helping children grow and be well cared for.

Working with those who have special needs is a desire that I have recently discovered within myself. In my teaching experiences, I find myself repeatedly drawn to the children and students who have special needs, knowing that they need love, understanding, and someone to see them as more than their physical disability.

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... show more

I have been working as a nanny for 20 years. I also am a caregiver. I have cared for children with disabilities as well as with seniors. I also am a pet & house sitter. I live in Plymouth.

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... show more

I have worked as a nursing assistant and LVN and EMT for 20+ years. I have worked with special needs and as a charge nurse in many nursing homes. I have worked in several smaller hospitals where I gained experience in ALL areas of nursing including nursery, pediatrics, emergency, intensive care, medical/surgical and ambulance. I... show more

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... show more

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... show more