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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Cottage Grove, MN

The average rate is $20/hr as of December 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Cottage Grove, MN

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Alix K.


Cottage Grove, MN

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny/House Manager

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm currently a part-time nanny/House Manager up to 30 hours for a family with one children in Minneapolis area. I am open to a family looking for morning drop offs, personal grocery shopper/let dog out etc in the Cottage Grove/Woodbury area. My past nanny work has included both domestic and international travel on a families...
Alix can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Alix was a great babysitter for us! I'll never forget the first time she babysat for us. She had her American Red Cross Babysitting training manual and certification in her Red Cross bag. She also had a large paper bag full of fun activities, books and crafts...

Alice E.

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

CPR

First Aid

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: Meal prep, errands, dementia, personal care, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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.

Hello, my name is Talila B. I am from Minnesota and have been here all my life. I have over 4 years of experience caring for people in all different age ranges. I can help with travel and carpooling along with running errands. I'm a patient person and determined to treat my special needs clients with the utmost respect and care...
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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

1.0

(1)

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...
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Andrea J.


Cottage Grove, MN

$19-30/hr10 yrs exp

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

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: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

I'm passionate about caring for children and have been doing so for the past four years. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and my priority is to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child. I understand the importance of open communication and will regularly update you on your child's day. I'm comfortable enforcing...
Cooper can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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, errands, meal prep, home modification, dementia, hospice services & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Wound 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: Light cleaning, home modification, errands, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"Cheryl is one of the most compassionate persons I know! She has the ability to relate well to the elderly and young.She has a wonderful sense of humor! I especially appreciate her honesty and good judgement and she's a hard worker!"

Mary S.

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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.

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

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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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Jane A.


Saint Paul, MN

$21-29/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable, Caring And Positive Professional

With over 20 years of experience in healthcare, and approximately 3 years on this site. I can provide you or your loved one with the highest quality of life you/they deserve. I have worked in private homes, skilled nursing facilities, chemical dependency units, hospitals as well as 5 years in the office managing a home care...
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Bethany B.


South Saint Paul, MN

$25-40/hr6 yrs exp

Liscensed Special Education Teacher

I currently work as a special education teacher in an Autism Spectrum Disorder high needs classroom. I have my masters in special education and degrees in autism spectrum disorder, specific learning disabilities, and elementary education. I have been teaching for five years and enjoy learning from the students I work with. I am...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cottage Grove, MN

Alix K.

5.0

Alix was a great babysitter for us! I'll never forget the first time she babysat for us. She had her American Red Cross Babysitting training manual and certification in her Red Cross bag. She also had a large paper bag full of fun activities, books and crafts for the kids. Our kids always had a...

- Alice E.

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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Ratings for Cottage Grove, MN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Cottage Grove, MN are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.