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Cami M.


Big Lake, MN

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Patient And Kind Caregiver

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I am looking for a couple clients to provide care for . I have prior experience providing care for an elderly woman as well as children with behavioral issues . I am very down to earth and easy to get along with , I am up for any challenge you throw at me !
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Kim R.


Big Lake, MN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have worked with elementary aged children to adults with physical and developmental disabilities. I have extensive experience with ASD and behavior prevention and management.
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Leah M.


Big Lake, MN

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

My name is Leah! I have over 7 years caring children, but most recently have been working as Behavior Technician at a center for children with autism and related disorders. As a new mom to my 3-month-old daughter, I am now looking for something that will provide me a bit more flexibility to be able to spend more time with my...
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Jodi K.


Big Lake, MN

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

The Nanny PT

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am actually a Physical Therapist for over 28 years and I was an independent contractor with my own business. Covid changed my business and I am seeking a fun career change for supplemental income. I managed to have 3 boys in 18 months that included preemie twins. I am comfortable with kids of all ages and with special needs. I...
Jodi can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

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Sienna B.


Zimmerman, MN

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Passionate Nanny And Educator: Nurturing Young Minds With Love, Creativity, And Adventure

I am a dedicated nanny with 7 years of experience, CPR and first aid certified, with a clean background and a non-smoker/drinker. My caregiving style blends authoritative and free-range approaches, emphasizing Montessori and play-based learning. Prior to nannying, I was a lead Pre-K teacher and later worked at Rogers Elementary...
Sienna can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Maria Y.


Becker, MN

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant

I currently work as a nurse with the Orthopedic department for Allina. My passion is babies and kids so I would love to spend some of my spare time with them!
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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:...
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Marlee W.


Zimmerman, MN

$15-18/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Marlee, I am 20 years old with nearly 4 years of childcare experience, including work in daycare centers, nannying, and providing care in a school setting for children with special needs. I'm currently a full-time student at Minnesota State University, Mankato and I am pursing a degree in school...
Marlee can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Alaya H.


Zimmerman, MN

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Experienced Mom And Caregiver

I am a homeschooling mom and a very experienced caregiver. I am trained in working with all types of kids and adults. I am from a big family with many different special needs and been trained in trauma based caregiving.
Alaya can also help with: Personal care, meal prep, respite care, light cleaning, errands
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Kenneth M.


Elk River, MN

$45-50/hr6 yrs exp

Health And Wellness Practitioner

Hi, I retired back in 2016 and spent time traveling the world and training in different alternative healing modalities. I love the outdoors and keeping active. I'm an empty nester and don't have any grandchildren yet. I realize children are individuals. You set the house rules and I follow - it't that simple. Light cleaning...
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Leann H.


Elk River, MN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Nanny/Doula

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Leann and I have over 20 years of experience in child care. I have worked with children of all ages, including special needs children and in an inpatient psychiatric facility for children. I have specialized in twins and triplets and premature babies as a nanny, am educated in lactation education and was certified...
Leann can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Courtney D.


Zimmerman, MN

$10-15/hr

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

I have four years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I have primarily worked with individuals that range in ages from 7 to 72. I firmly believe in helping individuals be as independent as they can be. I have a passion for assisting individuals in learning new things, as well as adapting anything to help...
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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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Kylie J.


Zimmerman, MN

$13-18/hr5 yrs exp

I have worked with children with disabilities in a variety of settings. I am in graduate school for speech pathology and have a passion for helping children learn how to communicate their needs effectively.
Hey! I love kids, and have a LOT of experience. I have been a camp counselor for years, previously nannied and babysat, as well as worked in childcare environments, including a school year long birth through fifth grade internship. A lot of families that's I have worked with have had special needs children, including autism and...
Allie Rose can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rachel S.


Anoka, MN

$18-20/hr

ECSE

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Specializing in early childhood special education with emphasis in behavioral and deaf and hard of hearing.
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Catherine O.


Anoka, MN

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My ability to consistently give the best possible service resulted in requests from clients for me to be their main caregiver for people with special needs. With different types of ages. Able to assess situations and implement actions to resolve problems .
5.0
"Cate takes care of our 28 year old highly autistic son as if she is his mother. Cate is attentive, nurturing and compassionate. Our son is a 28-year-old individual who, due to his unique needs, requires assistance similar to that of a young child. He relies...

Kathleen I.

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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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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, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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Breana L.


Anoka, MN

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Caring Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I adore children of all ages, however, I have a special love for infants and toddlers. I had a nannying job for twin infants that I was been with for 14 months so I have experience with multiples. I prefer interacting with children (completing learning-based projects, outdoor playing, etc.) rather than having them watch...
Breana can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Breana has been with our family for the past 15 months. She has taken care of our twins since they were 1 month old, starting with a few hours a week to eventually coming everyday. She truly has taken wonderful care of our babies. They love her dearly. Everyday...

Stacy L.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Big Lake, MN

Catherine O.

5.0

Cate takes care of our 28 year old highly autistic son as if she is his mother. Cate is attentive, nurturing and compassionate. Our son is a 28-year-old individual who, due to his unique needs, requires assistance similar to that of a young child. He relies on caregivers for essential daily...

- Kathleen I.

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.

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.

Breana L.

5.0

Breana has been with our family for the past 15 months. She has taken care of our twins since they were 1 month old, starting with a few hours a week to eventually coming everyday. She truly has taken wonderful care of our babies. They love her dearly. Everyday she comes into the house with a...

- Stacy L.

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