Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Cottage Grove, MN

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-Time Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am passionate about every aspect of care-giving for people of all ages and stages in life. I cook, clean, administer medication, help with showers, going to the restroom, dressing and undressing, going on outings, provide a kind, friendly environment.

Amber T.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I am a skilled and conscientious CNA. I have supported a diverse population and have taken on many roles throughout my professional life. Now I want to use my combined experience to provide inclusive support to help others reach their full potential.

Virginia K.

$25-36/hr • 10 yrs exp

Certified Personal Assistant (PCA)

I have worked for several Minnesota Agencies and private care, can provide a resume and professional references upon request. I have been Covid 19 vaccinated and very healthy. I have over 250 cookbooks and prepare meals and Menzies upon request. Academic background is Psychology.

Erika O.

$35/hr • 6 yrs exp

American Graduate Student With Special Needs Experience In Edinburgh

5.0

(1)

I have worked with children with special needs for the previous three years in a professional context and have a master's degree in special education. Most of my experience is with children and adolescents from 9 months to 17 years. I can connect and engage with a wide range of children and absolutely love working with kiddos! I...

Erika can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Erika engages with children in play and my children love her, often requesting for her, asking when they will get to play with her next! Very punctual, neat, asks good questions, and gives helpful updates upon our return."

Michelle P.

Paige M.

$22-28/hr • 11 yrs exp

Unapologetically Quirky And Creative Kid At Heart.

3.5

(2)

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Experience in everything, including babysitting, nannying, housesitting, pet care, house cleaning and more for about over a decade - chances are I'm what you're looking for. I have an extensive background in customer service, love arts and crafts, and love to have fun while making sure everybody involved is benefiting and...

Paige can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Paige is a thoughtful, caring and fun caregiver. She is a clear and consistent communicator who does a great job planning engaging events, helps around the house and makes sure that the kids have everything they need. Enthusiastically recommended!"

Brett B.

Sara A.

$30-40/hr

Direct Support Professional

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! If you're looking for someone to take care of your senior loved ones you've came to the right place! I have experience working as a direct support professional for people with special needs and elderly people. I've also taken care of my grandma for 2 years so please reach out to me with your schedule and I will work...

Sara can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning & more

5.0

"I hired Sara to help my mom who is confined to a wheelchair with deep cleaning and organization. Sara arrived on time and immediately engaged with my mother to make sure that she was comfortable with having someone working within her home. Not only did Sara do an...

Carrie S.

Rachael R.

$15-20/hr • 4 yrs exp

Child Care Provider For Children With Special Needs

5.0

(7)

Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as gentle, kind, creative, patient and very silly!! I love working with children We learn from them as they do from us I'm a get on the floor and play kind of person. Love tea parties with raspberry tea, games and any that allow me to use that moment in the best way possible Love crafts or...

Rachael can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"WE LOVE RACHAEL! And so does our baby! She took such fantastic care of our two year old and chihuahuas. She was kind, playful, warm, so helpful, and very experienced with connecting with kids. Our two year old immediately loved her and did not cry at all- she was...

Care member

Emma R.

$16-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Reliable And Fun Sitter With Various Healthcare Experience

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a recent graduate of the University of Minnesota with a B. A. in human physiology. I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at UMN Medical Center and have experience in both geriatric and child care, with experience in the post-mortem field as well. I have been a part-time nanny for one family with a 3-year-old...

Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0

"Emma was a wonderful caregiver for our two young daughters! During the COVID-19 pandemic my partner and I were worried about finding safe, reliable care for our children while trying to juggle our own jobs moving remote. My youngest daughter has special needs...

Edith J.

Greta E.

$26/hr • 8 yrs exp

Open To Part-time Or One-time Childcare, Pet Care And Housesitting!

4.8

(4)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Greta! I'm a recent Macalester College graduate living in St Paul, available for childcare, pet care, or housesitting. I've described some of my experience below, but feel free to reach out with any questions :) Raised by a preschool teacher, I have been working with kids almost my life. In high school, I...

Greta can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

4.0

"Greta was great to work with. She seems to be a natural with kids. Our 15 month old took to her right away and had a great afternoon. Navigated diaper changes and bundling up a toddler for playing in the snow. Our son was all smiles when I got home. Would...

Jennifer K.

Sara A.

$23/hr • 10 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hey there! If you're looking for a babysitter/housekeeper or someone to help run errands, pick up or drop off your kids I got you! I have experience working almost my whole life taking care of my younger siblings and I've also worked in the foster care system. I have a 2 year degree in early childhood and currently go to school...

Sara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Sara is very professional and good with difficult kids and can manage a high stress situation"

Care member

Ellen W.

$30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Happy And Experienced Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work full-time as a nanny, which has been the most fulfilling and rewarding experiences I've had in my life. I have worked with the same family since 2016, so I have been a part of hugely significant life events for both the 8-year-old and 4-year-old children I work with. From working closely with a child with...

5.0

"Ellen is punctual, works well in family environment, extremely caring & loves our daughter, Z., who cannot feel pain, fed by g-tube & basically needs 24/7 care. Ellen works well under high stress situations & communicates well with us! She's excellent & part of...

Victoria L.

Kimberly B.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

5.0

(2)

Hi there! I am a mom of 4 adult children as well as 'Nama 'and Bonus mom/grandma to many. Over 35 years in Childcare/Caregiver experiences, to owning my own, park and rec, shelters and Childcare Coordinator. I have worked with many ages from Infant to Seniors. I have my Associates Degree in Child Development. I am also certified...

Kimberly can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"I may be a little prejudice in this review as I am Kim's fiance but in the 10 years we have been together I have never met another mom as dedicated to the children she works for and her own as well as my daughter! She is overjoyed that Her own daughter is now...

Juan Z.

Bethel M.

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Bethel..

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents and caregivers! I'm Bethel. I'm 19 years old, and have a passion for little ones! I have multiple years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and child care.

Bethel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Bethal is terrific! Our kids love her. She is responsible, caring and has great availability. I would (and have) continue to rehire Bethal to watch out young crew of miscreants! "

Care member

Anthony P.

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Social Worker And Independent Facilitator Of Love And Logic Curriculum.

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have mainly worked with individuals 65 years of age and younger. Strong background partnering with at risk youth. I enjoy working children, teenagers and individuals in their twenties as life is full of undefined possibilities. I am a little kid at heart. Raised a son who is now 19 years old. I Love learning about people of...

5.0

"Anthony was good to work with. He kept me updated every step of the way. He did a great job cleaning and repairing s house being sold."

Julie S.

Ashley R.

$26/hr • 7 yrs exp

Full-time/part-time Babysitter

5.0

(2)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting about 7 years ago. I have experience working with children from ages 1-10 years old. On top of babysitting, I was a teachers assistant where I learned how to work with children with special needs. I have helped some of the children with their Spanish, writing, and reading skills. I know basic ASL terms and...

Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Ashley was great with our three kids. Helpful, positive and energetic. Would definitely hire again."

Henry H.

Katie W.

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

MEd Teacher Providing Part-time Care

5.0

(3)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Teaching and caring for children is my biggest passion, and since I started babysitting at the age of 12 I have known that I would make a career out of it. I have an MA in Early Childhood Education as well as a BA in Child Psychology. Before I started teaching Pre-K, I babysat, nannied, worked in a toddler daycare, and assistant...

Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Katie cared for my son (together with her son) for almost a year. She is a phenomenal educator and person, and her son is adorable! Katie is reliable, organized, and genuinely enjoys her role. I was consistently impressed by her enthusiasm and creativity. She...

Courtney T.

Huda A.

$15-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

(5)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hey, my name is Huda. I am 32 years old. I have experience working with kids since I was 16. I love everything about children and the main reason I love working with them because they bring happiness and positivity in my life! I am very efficient, friendly, dependable and punctual. I have experience with kids of all ages and...

Huda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision

5.0

"We visited Seattle and hired Huda to watch our two kiddos food two of the nights we were there. She was great with them both! She helped with bath and bedtime for our 8 month old and both kids were comfortable with her right away. We would definitely hire her again...

Jacqui S.

Courtney R.

$26/hr • 7 yrs exp

Patient, Loving, Experienced Nanny

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Courtney and I am 27 years young. I have a laid-back personality with an immense amount of love and patience for all kiddos. I have been a nanny since 2016 and I've had the blessing of meeting and working with 3 different families from care. com! My experience includes ages newborn to teenager and special...

Courtney can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"We are privileged to employ Courtney as our nanny. Courtney has been a reliable, flexible, fun, loving, and hard working nanny for our family and son since he was 1 year old. Courtney has a natural ability to understanding my sons needs and abilities of children in...

Meg U.

Christa J.

$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Responsible, Calm, Sweet, Fun Sitter!

5.0

(3)

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Christa. I graduated with my Psychology degree in 2017 from The University of Minnesota and I have been caring for children for 15+ years. My most recent experience has been working with babies, toddlers and pre-k kids. I also spent four years as a PCA for a boy with special needs. I truly love working...

Christa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Christa has been so wonderful for our family! Our kids absolutely love her and my toddler always tells me she “had fun with Christa!”. I would highly recommend Christa for your childcare needs. She has been such a blessing for us. "

Monica J.

Madeline R.

Lake Elmo, MN

$15-45/hr • 8 yrs exp

Caregiver/Babysitter/Childcare/PCA

5.0

(3)