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Special needs caregivers in Chanhassen, MN

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Doreen B.


Chanhassen, MN

$40-50/hr

Special Needs Helper

5.0

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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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William J.


Chanhassen, MN

$25-32/hr

Seeking PCA Work

Previously I worked at a summer camp for individuals with disabilities. I worked with adults and children with conditions including ASD and physical disabilities. I assisted in a team setting with personal cares, companionship, and recreation. After years pursuing a graduate degree in Biomedical Engineering, I am interested in...
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Lixin Z.


Minneapolis, MN

$35/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: Home modification, hospice services, personal care, dementia, respite care, visiting nurse & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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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Cassandra D.


Wayzata, MN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time Nanny Available Now

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Cassey! People would say I am fun, respectful, punctual, flexible, and a good communicator. I have worked with all ages from 1 month all the way to 15 years of age. My experience includes: babysitting, working with special needs, daycare, working as a preschool teacher, and have Nannied four families. I love...
Cassandra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Cassey was absolutely wonderful. She was our first experience using a sitter and has set the bar high. She had an extreme professional confidence in her abilities with children. Cassey made the transition when I left smooth and felt calm and comfortable leaving...

Elizabeth L.

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Emma C.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a 27-year-old licensed educator with over 13 years of experience working with children. I have been a nanny, camp counselor, Para educator, and special education teacher. I have always loved working with children! Covering some basics: I have my own car and I am willing to drive children to activities. I love all...
Emma can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Emma was awesome! She was on time and even stayed later. My son had nothing but great things to say."

Kendall B.

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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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Clarissa G.


Eden Prairie, MN

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Summer Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for about 15 years for friends and family. I was a nanny for four summers during high school and college. I cared for two different families during that time, one family with older children and another with an infant and toddler. I also have experience with non-verbal and special needs children as well....
Clarissa can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Rebecca F.


Hopkins, MN

$19-22/hr10 yrs exp

Compassion, Experience, And Training

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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...
5.0
"Rebecca helped me when I stayed with my son in Minneapolis. She is dependable, trustworthy, great at communicating and coordinating schedules, and a pleasure to be around. I highly recommend her!"

Emily A.

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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
"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...

Linda S.

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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"

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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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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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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, travel, swimming supervision
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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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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Patricia P.


Minneapolis, MN

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Personal And Attentive Care Giver With 5+ Years Of Experience As A DSP

I am a empathetic and supportive caregiver for senior adults and individuals with special needs. My duties and skills range from preparing meals, light housework, coordinating activities, personal hygiene, administering medication, companionship and driver as needed. I am CPR, First Aid AED certified and completed the Medication...
Patricia can also help with: Errands, companionship, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

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Amelia B.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Fun, Reliable, And Experienced Sitter

Hi, my name is Amelia! I graduated from Edina High School in 2020 and am now an incoming sophomore at Fairfield University in Connecticut. I have been nannying since my freshman year of highschool for kids ranging from ages 2-10. Additionally, I have worked as a PCA (Personal Care Attendant) for a client with special needs for...
Amelia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a school social worker primarily working with students in special education. I am most familiar working with students diagnosed with ADHD, ASD, and down syndrome. I also have personal experience supporting individuals with cerebral palsy. I'm looking for some part time work while school is off and am hopeful my skills...
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Nakami T.


Hopkins, MN

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

I work to help families achieve their goals through becoming attuned to the needs of each child, bringing a light hearted and joyous outlook to holistic & developmentally appropriate care.
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Diane S.


Chaska, MN

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Former Executive That Has Current Experience With Special Needs And Senior Care. I Own Pets As Well.

For the past five 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...
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Shawn D.


Mound, MN

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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,...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Chanhassen, MN

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.

Cassandra D.

5.0

Cassey is exceptional. She cooked and cleaned for my ladies. Even exercised with them plus homework.

- Steve N.

Emma C.

5.0

Emma was awesome! She was on time and even stayed later. My son had nothing but great things to say.

- Kendall B.

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.

Rebecca F.

5.0

Rebecca helped me when I stayed with my son in Minneapolis. She is dependable, trustworthy, great at communicating and coordinating schedules, and a pleasure to be around. I highly recommend her!

- Emily A.

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