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Ashlee P.


Clearwater, MN

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Energetic, Friendly PCA

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I am a PCA for my niece who has a trach and a G feeding tube. I have many responsibilities that include suctioning her trach so she can breath as well administering meds and feed through her feeding tube I also administer nebs through her trach and assist in trach changes. Other duties require letting her be a normal 3-year-old...
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Mary Z.


Saint Cloud, MN

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I worked for the same family for 41 years. During the last years of the husbands life I assisted the wife with many duties in the physical and mental care of him. I am a very personable and energetic individual and enjoy helping people.
I enjoy spending time with children. I grew up with two brothers with special needs. I know that being with them has shaped who I am today. There is a special place in my heart for anyone that has disabilities.
Michelle can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

I always grew up as the oldest cousin/sibling and babysat them frequently. I don't have any official babysitting/nannying experience with non-family members other than helping out my friend's parents with their younger children. I have experience with special needs kids as 2 of my younger cousins have disabilities and I am...
Zoey can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

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Kelley N.


Buffalo, MN

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Patient Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

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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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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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.

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Audrey A.


Saint Cloud, MN

$14-25/hr3 yrs exp

Teacher And Musician

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Audrey, and I am a teacher living in St. Cloud! I am passionate about inclusion and working with children and adults with special needs. I have worked with multiple families as both a PCA and a nanny. I enjoy taking clients on outings, planning activities, doing art projects, going to parks, etc. I am looking...
Audrey can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Audrey has been fantastic helping us with our little boys! Great with communication. Punctual. She once really helped us out last minute. Enjoys the time she has with our kids, engaged in playing with them. Asks the right questions to get everything right in...

Christopher W.

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Maquilia S.


Maple Lake, MN

$19-25/hr8 yrs exp

Educational Fun

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a recreational youth group, I oversaw students homework and helped assist with studying . I handed out after school lunches & snacks, provided a creative outlet for kids such as games, sorted through the daily activities, providing a head count, cleaning, ensuring all supplies and objects are accounted for, Provided after...
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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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WANDA E.


Sauk Rapids, MN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/ Childcare

Love all children, 10+years experience with all ages, special needs, and many variety of environments; Centers, Nursery, Home Family, Children's- Leadership, Public Schools- Paraprofessional, different countries, different cultures. language barriers, child mentoring....
WANDA can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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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: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a music teacher going into my 5th year of teaching. I am passionate about working with children and people with special needs. I am both empathetic and fun. I enjoy planning outings and appropriate activities for my clients. I am available evenings, weekends, and all summer. I can't wait to meet you and your family!
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Allison S.


Sauk Rapids, MN

$18-22/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hi I'm Allison! I'm a CNA living in the Iowa City Area looking to care for people, young and old. I specialize in autism and special needs care. I have over three years of experience as a PCA with autism, seizure disorders, and non verbal children. I also offer transportation services!
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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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Shayla S.


Sartell, MN

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part- Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Shayla! I just graduated from the University of Minnesota- Duluth with my biology degree! I babysat quite a bit growing up, took care of my brother with special needs from the summer after my 6th grade year of school on, have been involved with after school programs and infant programs with children in the...
Shayla can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

Special Needs Care

Hello! I have been working in child care for the last five years. I recently took a year off to pursue other careers and I am now looking to re-enter the field I am most passionate about! I have experience taking care of up to five kids (ages newborn to 14), including some experience with special needs children. I love animals...
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Allison S.


Sauk Rapids, MN

$20-26/hr2 yrs exp

CNA Caregiver

Hi, I'm Allison. I'm a CNA living in the Iowa City area looking to care for people, young and old. I specialize in dementia care and special needs, but will work with anyone and any family. I can help with cooking, cleaning, bathing, toileting, etc. I can even make grocery runs if needed! I have over 3 years of PCA/HHA...
Allison can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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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...
I have 8 years of nanny experience and recently have become PCA certified. I tutor math during the school year.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clearwater, MN

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.

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.

Audrey A.

5.0

Audrey has been fantastic helping us with our little boys! Great with communication. Punctual. She once really helped us out last minute. Enjoys the time she has with our kids, engaged in playing with them. Asks the right questions to get everything right in caring for them.

- Christopher W.

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