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Jessica D.


Cokato, MN

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

Early Childhood Educator Looking For A Nanny Position!

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Hello I'm Jessica! I'm currently a lead teacher in a toddler classroom of 1-year-olds but I'm looking for a nanny position to get more of the one on one child interactions and more parent interactions when the school year is up in June. I have a special needs 6-year-old and I can handle behaviors with patience and grace. I'm...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Chloe B.


Dassel, MN

$15/hr1 yrs exp

I have been working with kids my whole life, I began babysitting at the age of 14. I babysat my cousins and a family friend. I have worked in a preschool as a special needs para. And I am currently enrolled at St. Cloud State University with a major in early childhood education.
Chloe can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Hailey B.


Buffalo, MN

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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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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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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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Trisha N.


Hutchinson, MN

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello :) I have been caring for and supporting individuals for five years. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant, CPR/ First Aid Certified on pediatrics and adults. I have experience with all age groups. I am comfortable with all personal cares & any other requests. I am pursuing a degree in Social Work currently. Feel free to...
5.0
"Trisha is amazing! She jumped right in and has been such a blessing with care for my sister. She is sweet, caring, dependable and a hard worker. Client dignity is something that is so important in care-giving and Trisha has surpassed our expectations. We love...

Corina B.

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Dakota is a very caring and amazing young lady. She has watched my 2 and 4 year old several times and the kids always enjoy spending time with her and playing with her. We have never had any issues and Dakota is very dependable. I would recommend her to anyone. "

Sandy L.

Hello! My name is Helena and I am 18 years old. I have two years of experience nannying, aside from growing up in a household of 11, where I have grown to love and appreciate taking care of children. I have also had great practice with special needs children, as I have a brother with autism. I hope to find a family to take care...
Hello! My name is Helena and I am 18 years old. I grew up with a little brother with autism, and have learned to love everything about raising him. I genuinely love and appreciate people with special needs, and it would be my honor to work with yours. Thanks!
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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Angela F.


Silver Lake, MN

$19-25/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Childcare

Hello, my name is Angie and I am looking for PT weekend PCA hours. I have several years of experience working with trach cares, g-tube feedings, oxygen, cognitive delays, etc. I also have experience with children with Autism (non-verbal) and Aspbergers. I have had several years of on going first aid and CPR training for...
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Bailey B.


Glencoe, MN

$15/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Care Giver Professionally Trained

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have been a stay at home mom for 7. 5 years to my 4 kids. 11, 7, 5 and 2. I have been married to my husband for 6 years we also have 2 dogs and cat. before becoming a stay at home mom I worked as an aide in childcare facilities, and before that I was a certified nursing assistant. I am currently trained in CPR including infant...
Bailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Dakota T.


Buffalo, MN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi, I'm Dakota! My younger sister was born with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy so I have been helping take care of her since I was 2! I have a cousin who has Downs syndrome and my family also founded an organization in 2010 for girls with special needs, so I've also worked with kids and adults with SMA, cystic fibrosis,...
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Megan H.


Watertown, MN

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Long-Time Experienced Nanny Searching For Full Time Job

Hello! My name is Megan and I am a long-time experienced nanny and pet care expert. I have nannied for several families long term and have also worked in the school setting as a paraprofessional. I'm comfortable with all age ranges and special needs. I have a large amount of experience with different special needs in my personal...
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Current RN with 7+ years of experience caring for special needs children, older adults, and adults with variety of different disabilities. Looking for a job with work/life balance after working hectic nurse hours. I'm an active 25-year-old female, fully vaccinated, and have a love for both geriatric and pediatric populations....
Riley can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Jasmine L.


Annandale, MN

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Flexible Baby Sitter

My name is Jasmine. I'm 22 years old, and I am happy to watch your home/children/pets/seniors! I can do over-nights if need be. I have plenty of experience in all fields, Kids: I've babysat ages 3 months+! I've been doing this for about 6 years now. Also helps I am the oldest in my family. Pets/Homes: I have been flown to...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sabrina B.


Watertown, MN

$20-24/hr9 yrs exp

CHUC, CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Would you love a fun, kind, caring date night or causal nanny/ babysitter? I'm the girl for ya! I would take the time to get know you and child and want to know how to make the experience the best for your child! My experience with children vary. I have experience working with children 6 months to young teen! I also have...
Sabrina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Angela F.


Silver Lake, MN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

PCA Special Needs Children

Available for weekend PCA hours that need to filled. I have experience working with children with special needs: trach cares, G-tube feedings, oxygen, etc. Also experienced with children with autism. I have had several years of first aid and CPR training. I have been a licensed child care provider in the past and a first...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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 Cokato, 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.

Trisha N.

5.0

Trisha is amazing! She jumped right in and has been such a blessing with care for my sister. She is sweet, caring, dependable and a hard worker. Client dignity is something that is so important in care-giving and Trisha has surpassed our expectations. We love having her!

- Corina B.

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.

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