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Special needs caregivers in Carver, MN

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Ellisha O.


Cologne, MN

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant

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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.
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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Brianna W.


Shakopee, MN

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

I am a certified Nursing Assistant and worked as one for three and a half years. I also care for a teenager with cerebral palsy and one with autism right now. I have cared for these teens for eight months. I love taking care of people, and helping them out. The feeling that one gets from helping another is so rewarding.
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...

Catherine H.


Chaska, MN

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

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...

Kate H.


Chaska, MN

$10-20/hr

Special Needs Provider

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.
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Emily V.


Savage, MN

$14-18/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Emily, I am an elementary music teacher in Columbia Heights. I have experience in caring for children in both small and large group settings. I have classroom experience with children with special needs. I am comfortable with pets, and have a small SUV. I look forward to meeting you!
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance & more
5.0
"Emily was able to manage our busy household including three kids without trouble, we would definitely recommend!"

Jill S.

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Meghan S.


Mound, MN

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For Some Little Ones To Take Care Of

I have previous experience as a nanny for a family with 3 and 1. 5 boys. Before that, I was a teaching temp for day cares around the metro in infant and toddler classrooms. I did a year long internship at a children's hospital where I worked in the Occupational Therapy department, helping out one of the therapists. I observed...
Meghan can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Meghan is a conscientious, loving, patient, observant caregiver who puts the child first always. She does activities with them that help them grow and gain confidence in themselves. Meghan arrives on time and is on the full time she is at work. Somehow she has an...

Deb S.

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Lixin Z.


Minneapolis, MN

$51/hr10 yrs exp

Part -time Home Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working/ taking care of people. I have been working as a full time Certified Medical Assistant in the clinic for the last 17 years to present. My clinical experience could help with making clinical decision If needed. I am also working as a CNA/HHA/PCA in the assistant living /memory care/group home for the last 18...
Lixin can also help with: Visiting nurse, personal care, home modification, dementia, respite care, hospice services & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Lixin was an excellent caregiver for my father-in-law. She is very compassionate and caring. My father-in-law loved spending time with Lixin "

Judy R.

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Natalie G.


Eden Prairie, MN

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, my passion lies in fostering the growth and development of children. With over a decade of experience, I'm skilled in caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My patient and creative nature allows me to engage children in a variety of activities that promote...
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Really appreciated Natalie watching our son. She arrived right on time, and he seemed to warm up to her immediately. We would definitely hire her again!"

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Kelly D.


Hopkins, MN

$22-32/hr6 yrs exp

Summer Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello all! My name is Kelly, and I am looking for a part-time or full-time nanny job for this summer! My start and end dates are flexible, as well as daily start and end times. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and would love to be with kids who are the same. I have experience and enjoy working with all ages, but am best...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"As first-time parents, we are so happy we hired Kelly. She has been a great help to us and our 6-month-old. She has been wonderful with presenting our son with different stimuli -- toys, playing outside, going for walks, some sign language etc. She adapted quickly...

Kara D.

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Lixin Z.


Minneapolis, MN

$30-50/hr10 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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Doreen B.


Chanhassen, MN

$40-50/hr

Special Needs Helper

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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Janet H.


Hopkins, MN

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter and Teacher Available Part and Full-Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working with children and I have a lot of experience working with children in a variety of settings. My experience includes being a sitter/nanny as well as, a classroom teacher. Currently I am a substitute teacher in Minneapolis and will finish for the year on June 11. I have experience working with children with special...
Janet can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Janet has a special way with children and pets. They always feel comfortable and at ease with her. She is dependable, responsible and a lot of fun. She house sat for me for weeks at a time for my dogs, cats, plants, etc. and everything was ship shape upon our...

Karen H.

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Melodi P.


Burnsville, MN

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Melodi or Mel. I am 31 and have experience with a variety of things with children and adults. From newborn to senior citizens. I have worked in high medical group homes and experience with special needs children as well. I am family oriented and spend most of my time with the children in my family, some with...
Melodi can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience with children in special needs. I caretake a 3-year-old autistic girl, semi- nonverbal. I get along with her and her mother great. I have also babysat and kept toddler age kids busy whilst their parents need some time to themselves. I know breaks are necessary! I am an aunt, and will always be willing to help!
Maryssa can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jacqueline W.


Minneapolis, MN

$20-30/hr

Experienced RN With Love And Care Abounding

I have 17 years of healthcare experience in every field imaginable. I have worked with adults in residential care facilities, home health, and hospitals (neurology, orthopedics, labor and delivery, postpartum, and emergency room) and I have worked with pediatrics in the hospital setting. I have 7 years of work as an RN in the...
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Patricia P.


Minneapolis, MN

$30-35/hr5 yrs exp

Caring With Empathy And Respect

I have been caring for individuals with special needs for the past 5 years and love helping individuals live a happy independent and healthy life. My duties and skills range from preparing meals, light housework, coordinating activities, personal hygiene, administering medication, companionship and driver as needed. I am CPR,...
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Sari M.


Mound, MN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny

Hi! I am Sari. I am 28 and I have nannied several summers since I graduated high school. Additionally, I have babysat since I was in 5th grade. I have experience with children of all ages as well as experience with children with special needs. I have worked with multiples and I am very comfortable around animals. In May 2020,...
Sari can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Theresa G.


Minneapolis, MN

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Patient And Supportive Caregiver

I have a big heart and love helping others. By day I teach high school media arts. I am a big animal lover, I just lost my cat of 13 years but before that loss she was easily one of my best friends. I am a painter, avid hiker, and nature lover. I have extensive experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Carver, MN

Emily V.

5.0

I wish she could have come with us to Hawaii. My daughter was in love with Ms. Emily from the moment they met. My little one is ASD and invited her in with "Hey Friend" She became her best friend. Ms Emily is kind compassionate and worked wonderfully with my daughters unique challenges. We went on...

- Erin V.

Meghan S.

5.0

Meghan is a conscientious, loving, patient, observant caregiver who puts the child first always. She does activities with them that help them grow and gain confidence in themselves. Meghan arrives on time and is on the full time she is at work. Somehow she has an inbred intuition and second sense...

- Deb S.

Lixin Z.

5.0

Lixin was an excellent caregiver for my father-in-law. She is very compassionate and caring. My father-in-law loved spending time with Lixin

- Judy R.

Natalie G.

5.0

What I liked about Natalie is that she helped my son pronounce words better, as he was pointing out touching stuff around the house

- Care member

Kelly D.

5.0

As first-time parents, we are so happy we hired Kelly. She has been a great help to us and our 6-month-old. She has been wonderful with presenting our son with different stimuli -- toys, playing outside, going for walks, some sign language etc. She adapted quickly to our routine and tools we use....

- Kara D.

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