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Special needs caregivers in Belle Plaine, MN

Lily V.


Belle Plaine, MN

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello! I am currently working as an early childhood paraprofessional. I have experience working with kiddos with special needs as well as infants! I am looking for evening/weekend babysitting opportunities! I would love to find a family where I can be a reoccurring sitter and build a relationship with your family and child(ren)!
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I have years of experience as a caregiver for special needs children both professionally as a PCA and personally as a mother with special needs child. I love taking care of children and helping those in need. As my daughter grows into a teenager I have more time on my hands and miss being around kids. I have 15 plus years...
Ashley can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Rebecca K.


Belle Plaine, MN

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

I have worked at The Lutheran Home: Hope Residence for a little over 2 years. My job title is a direct support professional and I have my CPR and PCA certifications, along with first-aid training. My responsibilities are assistance with bathing, eating, dressing, transferring, etc. I love all my residents and have a strong bond...

Lauren S.


Le Sueur, MN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a new, full-time Elementary and Special Education teacher here in the Metro. I have worked as a nanny for several families, caring for up to 4 children at a time, as well as families with twins, and individuals with special needs. I have also worked at a daycare center with children aged Pre-K through 5th grade. I recently...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Sarah R.


Carver, MN

$21-25/hr5 yrs exp

I worked in a Lifeskills center based classroom for 4 years helping with toileting, eating, mobility challenges, behaviors, etc. I also worked in level 1/2 special education helping with children with ASD & EBD along with learning disabilities.
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, flexible I like working with kids because I like to see them grow, and there fun to be around. I started working with kids when I was 18 and worked with a special needs kid and really enjoyed it. In my spare time, I like to walk outside in nature, sometimes work on cars with...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep

Sarah R.


Carver, MN

$23-24/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and thrive. With over seven years of experience, I have the knowledge and skills to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. I believe in fostering a child's natural curiosity and creativity through play,...
Sarah can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Ysabella R.


Henderson, MN

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Hi! My name is Ysabella, I love art, nature & animals! I have 3 years of childcare experience. I had five siblings growing up, and I took care of them until I moved out! I worked for my parents friends and local moms who heard about me, there I learned how to care for special needs children, and children of all ages. I have a...
Ysabella can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more

Ellisha O.


Cologne, MN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified Personal Care Attendant who has a bubbly personality and loves children. I have younger siblings with special needs so I am very rounded in how to take care of special needs kids. I also have experience caring for young children.
Ellisha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

3.0
"Applied for the job, confirmed availability and then just quit responding even though you can see she is active on the site."

Shawna J.

Richelle H.


Cologne, MN

$23-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am currently employed Mondays and Fridays but looking for hours Tues-Thurs (preferably 24+ hours). I have 9 years of combined childcare experience through babysitting, nannying, and daycares/schools. I began babysitting when I was 15 years old and have been working full time in childcare since right out of high school. I have...
Richelle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Richelle was our first nanny. We trusted her with our 3-month old infant and she never let us down! She is an excellent communicator and caretaker, going above and beyond regardless of the task. I would hire Richelle again if I had an opportunity!"

Care member

Cindy C.


Chaska, MN

$20-25/hr10 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.

Emily H.


Norwood Young America, MN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher Looking To Babysit On Weekends!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Emily! I'm looking for occasional babysitting jobs on weekends and some Friday nights. I've been in the early childhood education field now for 18 years. I have my college degree with an Associates in Early Childhood Education. I teach Preschool during the week full time currently and I have experience working with...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Ellisha O.


Cologne, MN

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant

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.

Dawn M.


Waconia, MN

$20-34/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Provider

Hi! I'm a life long resident in my home town. I have been caretaking for families of all sizes and backgrounds for over 20 years. I started babysitting at a young age, transitioned to summer nannying, and moved to a daycare center while finishing my degree. My college degree is is Early Childhood Education. I am first aid and...
Dawn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Early Education

Georgette C.


Chaska, MN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny & Personal Care Attendant (PCA)

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.

Zak H.


Waconia, MN

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

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...

Ashley C.


Shakopee, MN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have 10+ years of experience caring for children. I was a shared nanny for 2 families (totaling 5 children with two having special needs). I also have professional experience, I was the toddler teacher at KinderCare learning Center. Although, I was the lead toddler (16-24 montages) I have experience in every classroom ranging...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

Katie S.


Shakopee, MN

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Trained And Educated To Help Others!

Hi I'm Katie! I am 19 years old working in special needs adult foster care and children caregiver services! I have passion for helping others with the best quality care that I can! -Non-smoker -Have license and own transportation -Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and First Aid Certified. -Cat and Dog CPR...
Katie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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!

Jillian C.


Waconia, MN

$28-36/hr5 yrs exp

Loving Nanny/PCA

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...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Belle Plaine, MN

Ellisha O.

3.0

Applied for the job, confirmed availability and then just quit responding even though you can see she is active on the site.

- Shawna J.

Richelle H.

5.0

Richelle was our first nanny. We trusted her with our 3-month old infant and she never let us down! She is an excellent communicator and caretaker, going above and beyond regardless of the task. I would hire Richelle again if I had an opportunity!

- Care member

Cindy C.

5.0

Cindy has been a friend for many years. I have always known her to be dependable, trustworthy and an all over great person. She is outgoing, friendly and has a real gift with people. I have an 87 year old mom that Cindy is going to work with and I am excited for my mom to have Cindy in her life. I...

- Linda S.

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