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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cottage Grove, MN

The average posted rate is $20/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Cottage Grove, MN

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Andrea J.


Cottage Grove, MN

$19-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter/Nanny, Available Full-Time, Certified Nursing Assistant

4.3

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi everyone! My name is Andrea and I have a son myself who is 6 years old! With over 10 years of experience in the child care/nanny feel that I have gained excellent childcare experience with children of all ages. I simply love children and enjoy helping them learn and grow at every stage of their young lives. My strengths as a...
Andrea can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Andrea loved our daughter, and our daughter loved her. She did a great job of doing crafts and activities, providing a clear schedule for the kids, and getting them out of the house. "

Carrie L.

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Madeline S.


Cottage Grove, MN

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking To Nanny

I have over 10 years of experience babysitting/nannying/teaching children. I have worked with ages ranging from newborns-teens and have had to care for children with special needs as well. I am comfortable with all ages, pets, running errands, picking up, etc. I currently am a 1st grade teacher in Saint Paul. During the summer,...
Madeline can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Maddy nannied my kids for about a week during the summer. She stayed at the house with them while I was out of town. I have 2 children (3 & 7). When I came back my house was picked up and the girls had smiles on their faces, upset to see her go. She kept them...

Tony N.

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Angela N.


Cottage Grove, MN

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Helping Loved Ones

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have 20+ years of homecare/cna service with elderly and special needs people. I enjoy working with the elderly because of their wisdom and I like learning from their history. I am looking for companion type jobs. I am patient, experienced and want to make people comfortable in their surroundings. I am a mother to two...
Angela can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Angie is an excellent caregiver! Always on time, friendly with a smile and a good listener. She knows how to encourage my mother to be safe and do her PT and works along side my mom so she feels it’s a partnership rather than being an old lady being taken care...

Deborah C.

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Laura K.


Cottage Grove, MN

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

I have a passion for helping children succeed in life. I am extremely patient as well as fun loving. I have a background in child development. I have worked with children with many different disabilities.
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Andrea J.


Cottage Grove, MN

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time/full Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a CNA since 2010 and also a nanny for all ages since I was about 12 years old. I have worked with dementia patients, long term care patients and TCU patients. I also have worked with autistic kids. I am a very passionate person all around in everything I do and am. I am very nurturing person. Experiencing and working...
Assist with minor disabilities , daily and vocational actitivites. Experience with youths and adults
I currently work in home healthcare but I do have over 10 years of child development and teaching experience. As well as experience working with children with special needs in their home and in the classroom.
Laura can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Sydney F.


Cottage Grove, MN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Extremely Experienced Nanny

Hi! I'm Sydney, I am 26 years old and a college graduate. I graduated from college in 2018 with an AA in cosmetology and worked in the industry for a year. Since I left the field, I've been a nanny. I have been lucky enough to watch two girls grow up and be part of each family. I prefer long-term positions and I can work with...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

I have worked in home care for the last 15 years from group homes to nursing homes to hospice. I have experience with autism children to adults, mental health clients, special needs and elderly care that deals with stroke to Parkinsons and more. I also have 5 years of experience with pet care. I have worked at a boarding/doggy...
Jessica can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands, home modification, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

My name is Piper and I have many different childcare experiences. Beginning with my 11-year-old brother, I have been helping with him since he was about baby, he has ASD so I have plenty of experience with kids with special needs. I was a pca for a girl with special needs as well. Between that experience ce I have gained a lot...
Piper can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Cheryl K.


Saint Paul, MN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

The Care I Give Is Customized To Your Needs. I Do Because I Care.

I have done private pay home health care for more than 14 yrs. With a wide range of experience. People with Dementia/Alzheimer's, TBI, various cancers, ostomy's, Parkinson's/Ataxia, CHF, stroke and more. Comfortable with DC, med set up, showering, various lifts. Go between for patient and MD. I have helped family members...
Cheryl can also help with: Errands, companionship, hospice services, dementia, home modification, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Cheryl cared for my dad while he stayed at home the last year of his life! She was one of his favorite care givers ~ always smiling, very upbeat and treated Dad with dignity! She truly cared about him! Cheryl was a great listener while he shared stories about...

Trish B.

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Rachel W.


Rosemount, MN

$15-25/hr3 yrs exp

PCA / Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm a homemaker with 3 kids - 12, 9, and 3. I care for my 80yo dad. I work as a PCA for a quadriplegic man and a caregiver to two elderly clients. Additionally, I work at a group home for troubled kids.
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Mary V.


Saint Paul, MN

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

MaggieMae

Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I have cared for special needs newborns just starting life to caring for my patients in Hospice at the end of their life. I have over 25 years of experience caring for the most vulnerable. I guarantee empathy and the most dignified care.
5.0
"Mary is likely the most caring, competent provider and person I have ever met. She takes the extra time and effort to make sure you are comfortable and is very knowledgeable about lots of medical/health related issues. She also is super fun to be around. Mary...

Katie H.

I am a creative, enthusiastic, and patient person who likes to have fun. I have worked with children and adults with a variety of disabilities by taking them on community activities, assisting with activities of daily living, chore services, and I worked as a behavior support specialist in an elementary school. I love to play...
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Ann B.


Saint Paul, MN

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny/Special Needs/Senior Caregiver Available

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Graduate student seeking part time caregiver position with over five years of experience. Non-smoker, comfortable with pets. I have experience tutoring and caring for children between the ages of 7 months and 14 years.
Ann can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Anja W.


Saint Paul, MN

$16-21/hr2 yrs exp

Respectful, Fun-loving Caregiver

Hello! I am a fellow disabled, neurodivergent human looking to help others in the community. I like working with children and adults. I am personable and a very quick learner. My experience is mainly with disabled adults (mental and physical health) but my Education degree is helpful for understanding kiddos. I will also be...
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Olivia N.


Saint Paul, MN

$18-30/hr1 yrs exp

Special Education Teacher/Tutor/Nanny

Hi! I'm Olivia. I have my dual licensure in elementary education and special education from the University of Minnesota Duluth. I am currently a first year special education teacher in Bloomington. Working with individuals with specialized needs is my passion and I would love to continue to work in this area in the summer.
I have 6 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping, any errands .. I currently work at a school with special needs preschoolers. I've worked with all kids and all ages .
Serenity can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Mary V.


Saint Paul, MN

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Mary

Stay at home mom and homemaker. Foster parent, adoptive parent, parent of children with special needs, complicated health needs. Have homeschooled due to children's health needs k-10 (so far:)), also 5 years working in hospice before I became a FT foster mom.
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Anna J.


Rosemount, MN

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Care For Your Child!

I am double majoring in Elementary and Special Education with a minor in Specific learning disabilities. I feel as if I am up for any thing! I have had experience with children who have special needs, they have the kindest hearts!

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cottage Grove, MN

Andrea J.

5.0

Andrea has watched our daughter for 2 and 1/2 years. We have been so blessed to have her as a nanny for our daughter. She is very kind, nurturing and patient with her. Andrea was always great at sticking to our daughter’s schedule and building a routine with her. She was always willing to be...

- Rebecca S.

Madeline S.

5.0

Maddy nannied my kids for about a week during the summer. She stayed at the house with them while I was out of town. I have 2 children (3 & 7). When I came back my house was picked up and the girls had smiles on their faces, upset to see her go. She kept them entertained at all times but also knew...

- Tony N.

Angela N.

5.0

Angie is an excellent caregiver! Always on time, friendly with a smile and a good listener. She knows how to encourage my mother to be safe and do her PT and works along side my mom so she feels it’s a partnership rather than being an old lady being taken care of. She is a gem.

- Deborah C.

Cheryl K.

5.0

Cheryl cared for my dad while he stayed at home the last year of his life! She was one of his favorite care givers ~ always smiling, very upbeat and treated Dad with dignity! She truly cared about him! Cheryl was a great listener while he shared stories about his 91 years of life! Along with...

- Trish B.

Mary V.

5.0

Mary is likely the most caring, competent provider and person I have ever met. She takes the extra time and effort to make sure you are comfortable and is very knowledgeable about lots of medical/health related issues. She also is super fun to be around. Mary will help you anyway she can, just...

- Katie H.

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