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Evalina B.


Albertville, MN

$33/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced PCA

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Hello, my name is Evie and I am currently a Junior at St. Cloud State University. I am majoring in special education. I am starting my teaching blocks at SCSU so I need someone who is flexible and am ideally hoping to work mornings. In high school I was a PCA for a 29-year-old with cerebral palsy, I also worked in a group home...
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Carriena F.


Saint Michael, MN

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hi I'm Carriena I Am A 22 Year Old Very Experienced Nanny!!!!!

5.0

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I have 10+years of experience, I've been babysitting since 2014 and have been nannying since 2016. I have experience watching infants-13-year-olds and also children with special needs. I love working with children and doing crafts, games, baking, practicing for sports, playing outside, going to the zoo, museums, local park and...
Carriena can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She was so good to the kids and put them at ease! She also picked up after kids and went above and beyond to make sure the house was tidy!! Great attitude!! I'd hire her again in an instant."

Marissa Q.

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Dakota T.


Buffalo, MN

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/PCA/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Dakota, I'm 26 years old, and I graduated from Minnesota State University in Mankato with a bachelor's degree in Management. I spent the last 7 years working as a DSP and Location Coordinator at a group home for adults with disabilities, and multiple PCA jobs in my spare time. I've worked with kids and adults anywhere...
Dakota can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Dakota is a very caring and amazing young lady. She has watched my 2 and 4 year old several times and the kids always enjoy spending time with her and playing with her. We have never had any issues and Dakota is very dependable. I would recommend her to anyone. "

Sandy L.

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Kelley N.


Buffalo, MN

$15-20/hr3 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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Carla Z.


Elk River, MN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Caregiver With Years Of Experience

Many years of nursing, teaching, and care giving. Experience caring for children and adults with seizure disorders, spina bifida, Down Syndrome, cancer, and Huntington's Disease. Able to perform cauterization, and give injections.
5.0
"I have known Carla for approximately 8 years. Carla is the grandmother of eight children that are part of two families that I know very well. She is always loving, kind and fun with them while also coaching them to follow family rules and behave appropriately. I've...

Cheryl J.

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Hailey B.


Buffalo, MN

$15-25/hr1 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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Kaitlyn F.


Rogers, MN

$21-23/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I like working with kids because I find them fun! No day is ever the same and I admire there creativity and energy. I enjoy being able to watch kids grow and succeed. I can also learn a lot from them. I'm looking for a job that is enjoyable to be at and makes me feel comfortable. I started working with kids when I was about...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlyn is a gift! I hired her to be a part time babysitter for the occasional weekend and she was consistently available for us. She was always on-time, my daughter adores her, and her ability to engage her with creative activities and genuine interest is truly...

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Carla Z.


Elk River, MN

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Care Giver For Your Child.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have two university degrees, as a nurse that gave me the opportunity to work in the nursery, emergency room and I was working in Florida as a medical assistant for 2 years, I have a university degree as a teacher with a specialization in preschool, children between 2 and 9 years, work as a , teacher for 18 years. In the United...
Carla can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"She is sweet, kind, responsible and punctual."

Hildegard P.

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Jackie B.


Elk River, MN

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with children with special needs for about 20 years. I did family daycare. I started in the early 90s and have continued doing PCA work. I have recently been a nanny for a family of 3 kids for about 3 years but now, I need more of a full-time job.
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Charlene Z.


Elk River, MN

$35-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Charlene, a Registered Nurse with 27 years of experience providing compassionate and professional care. I specialize in various services, including: ~Respite Care: Short-term relief for primary caregivers for all ages. ~Post-Surgical Care: Expert care following surgery for a smooth recovery. ~Wound Care:...
Hi, my name is Lynne T. and I am a mother of 3 beautiful kids! I was a preschool teacher and skating coach before kids. When my kids were born I decided to stay home with them for 11 years. Once my kids were in school I decided to teach in the elementary schools. Both General Ed and special needs. The last 2 years I decided to...
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Tayler P.


Loretto, MN

$22-31/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable, energetic and creative caregiver. I am a registered nurse by background. I now work a Monday-Friday clinic job with less patient contact which I have missed. I have many years of experience as a PCA prior to my nursing career. Looking forward to making a difference in the lives of others.
I have 8 years of nanny experience and recently have become PCA certified. I tutor math during the school year.
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Dakota T.


Buffalo, MN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi, I'm Dakota! My younger sister was born with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy so I have been helping take care of her since I was 2! I have a cousin who has Downs syndrome and my family also founded an organization in 2010 for girls with special needs, so I've also worked with kids and adults with SMA, cystic fibrosis,...
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Jordan C.


Buffalo, MN

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Full Time special needs caregiver

Hello ! I am 25 years old and also a mom to an almost 3-year-old little girl who has taught me more about kids than I thought I'd ever know! * I am not looking to bring my daughter with me, she is in daycare full time* A little bit about me! I have been watching kids for a little over 10 years. 7 years professionally...
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Jane H.


Monticello, MN

$20-26/hr5 yrs exp

Let's Get Outside And Enjoy Nature.

While I am not currently certified, I was a CNA, PCA and have worked in many settings with children to seniors. I have experience with many types of personalities and am comfortable working alongside most types of people. I find joy in connecting in a variety of ways.
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Jace K.


Elk River, MN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I have over 10 years of experience working with children and adults with a variety of mental and physical challenges.
I am a wife and mom of 2 boys. My boys are older and don't need me around all day. Looking for something to keep me busy during the summer. I have been a full-time special education teacher for 27 years. I have worked with kids with learning disabilities, Autism, etc. I am looking for summer employment, and if applicable...
Hello! I am a former PCA and have experience with elderly adults and special needs care. While I have experience in toileting, dressing, etc, I prefer to be more of a companion! I can go for walks, watch tv, play games, cook light meals, etc! I would love to chat more and see if we are a good fit!
Mya can also help with: Light cleaning, transportation, errands, respite care, meal prep, dementia & more
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Marais S.


Buffalo, MN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Or Babysitter With Over 10 Years Of Experience

I have taken care of children, ages infant to 12 as a nanny and babysitter. Also, I worked in a child care facility with a special needs child.
Marais can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Albertville, MN

Carriena F.

5.0

She was so good to the kids and put them at ease! She also picked up after kids and went above and beyond to make sure the house was tidy!! Great attitude!! I'd hire her again in an instant.

- Marissa Q.

Dakota T.

5.0

Dakota is fantastic with kids! My house was always clean and the kids were sad when she had to leave. Dakota kept the kids engaged in several projects. They were never bored. Anyone who has her is very lucky!

- Stephanie S.

Kelley N.

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.

Carla Z.

5.0

I have known Carla for approximately 8 years. Carla is the grandmother of eight children that are part of two families that I know very well. She is always loving, kind and fun with them while also coaching them to follow family rules and behave appropriately. I've also employed Carla to care for my...

- Cheryl J.

Kaitlyn F.

5.0

Kaitlyn dog sat for us when we were out of town for a week and went above and beyond what we asked. Would highly recommend her due to her communication, punctuality and willingness to go above and beyond.

- Katie T.

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