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Find special needs caregivers in Eden Prairie, MN that you’ll love

60 special needs caregivers are listed in Eden Prairie, MN

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Eden Prairie, MN

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Emily V.


Savage, MN

$14-18/hr5 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Emily, I am an elementary music teacher in Columbia Heights. I have experience in caring for children in both small and large group settings. I have classroom experience with children with special needs. I am comfortable with pets, and have a small SUV. I look forward to meeting you!
Emily can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"I wish she could have come with us to Hawaii. My daughter was in love with Ms. Emily from the moment they met. My little one is ASD and invited her in with "Hey Friend" She became her best friend. Ms Emily is kind compassionate and worked wonderfully with my...

Erin V.

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Lixin Z.


Minneapolis, MN

$51/hr10 yrs exp

Part -time Home Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working/ taking care of people. I have been working as a full time Certified Medical Assistant in the clinic for the last 17 years to present. My clinical experience could help with making clinical decision If needed. I am also working as a CNA/HHA/PCA in the assistant living /memory care/group home for the last 18...
Lixin can also help with: Respite care, visiting nurse, dementia, personal care, hospice services, home modification & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Lixin was an excellent caregiver for my father-in-law. She is very compassionate and caring. My father-in-law loved spending time with Lixin "

Judy R.

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Karrie H.


Burnsville, MN

$20-25/hr20 yrs exp

Part-Time Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I have a Child Development Associates, and extensive experience working with special needs. I live in Burnsville MN with my husband of 22 years, and my 20-year-old son. I have 30 plus years of experience working as a Lead Teacher with infants, toddlers and preschoolers, and as a professional nanny with local nanny agencies. I...
Karrie can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Best decision we could have ever made for the care of our daughter! Karrie became part of our family and was an incredible gift. I truly cannot imagine our first year as parents without her. She was professional, punctual, and flexible. She worked with our daughter...

Megan M.

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Shannon M.


Burnsville, MN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Caregiver With 15+ Years Experience With Children And Infants. Former Nursing Assistant

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Thanks for checking out my profile! So a little about my professional experience - I've worked at a daycare located in Tucson for several years and family wise I played a major role in the upbringing of my younger siblings. All in all I have about 15 years experience with childcare. I have training and experience with newborn...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Shannon has been caring for our son since the beginning of Sept. when I returned to work full time (he was just under 6 months then). We love how engaged she is with him and how she dives into playing, reading, singing, and taking him for walks with energy....

Katherine W.

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Kasey J.


Minneapolis, MN

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am originally from small town ND, where I grew up helping raise my younger brother and working at the local daycare. During this time I worked closely with newborns all the way up to school aged children. After turning 18 I sought out training and became a DSP caring for children with special needs. I developed a genuine love...
Kasey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Hello all. We hired Kasey to part-time nanny our twin boys for the past 2 years. She is punctual, very dependable, extremely responsible, and a great help to our family. Our boys love her. I don't know where she finds the energy to keep up with them. If we...

Wesley W.

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Kaylie V.


Burnsville, MN

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My experience caring for individuals with special needs started when I was about 5yrs old. I needed to help provide day to day support to my brother, who has Autism. As I got older, I began assisting with the Special Olympics program as a coach. I enjoyed working 1:1 with the players and supporting them as they learned and...
5.0
"Kaylie has been a PCA (Personal Care Attendant) for my Autistic son for 5 years. She's been great! With COVID, our needs have changed, since I'm now working from home."

Joan V.

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Kristiana H.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny Plus

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In addition to successfully (but not perfectly) raising and launching my own three sons, I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages, including special needs children. I love children, and love to engage them in reading, music, outings and activities, arts & crafts, discussion and fun. Turns out this is my happy...
Kristiana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We loved Kristiana when we interviewed her! She really engaged with our kids during the interview and they really responded to her. She was a great communicator and very professional when we set up the interview, and was very punctual. Circumstances didn't allow...

Jasmine K.

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Miranda B.


Minneapolis, MN

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Miranda, I have 10+ years of experience in caring for children, from newborns, teens, and special needs. My mother owned a daycare for 20 years with over 35 children that I volunteered at. I also have assisted families that needed help after hours. I have 5 younger sisters. Some tasks that I enjoy is reading, cooking,...
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Miranda is a kind, patient and dependable caregiver. Miranda worked for my childcare center for two consecutive summers and completed her school co-op program with us as well. Miranda helped with curriculum plans, meals, diaper changes, cleaning and communicating...

Lisa M.

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Kelly D.


Hopkins, MN

$22-32/hr6 yrs exp

Summer Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello all! My name is Kelly, and I am looking for a part-time or full-time nanny job for this summer! My start and end dates are flexible, as well as daily start and end times. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and would love to be with kids who are the same. I have experience and enjoy working with all ages, but am best...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"As first-time parents, we are so happy we hired Kelly. She has been a great help to us and our 6-month-old. She has been wonderful with presenting our son with different stimuli -- toys, playing outside, going for walks, some sign language etc. She adapted quickly...

Kara D.

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Kori S.


Minneapolis, MN

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Kori, I am 21 years old, just relocated from St. Paul to Plymouth. I started nannying/babysitting for multiple family friends around the age of 10, as well has helping to take care of my three younger siblings. I have experience with all ages (Newborn-12yrs), as well as with kids with special needs. I have my own car so...
Kori can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We had Kori for over a year as a full time nanny for our 4 year old. My daughter absolutely LOVED her! I can't say enough good things about Kori. She was ALWAYS on time, rarely took time time off, did multiple crafts with my daughter, always made outside time a...

Lindsey T.

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Rebecca F.


Hopkins, MN

$19-22/hr10 yrs exp

Compassion, Experience, And Training

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been told that I have a talent for communicating with and calming special needs persons; I believe that is due to experience and intuition, plus deeply wanting to help those that need it. I have more than 10 years experience working with young people or adults with special needs. I was a PCA in a group home and...
5.0
"Rebecca helped me when I stayed with my son in Minneapolis. She is dependable, trustworthy, great at communicating and coordinating schedules, and a pleasure to be around. I highly recommend her!"

Emily A.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a special needs brother and been helping him. I also have taken care of other kids with special needs.
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Justine D.


Burnsville, MN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional/Part-Time Babysitter Available

4.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Justine. I am 29 years old. I live in Burnsville, MN. I have over 15 years of experience babysitting. In the past, I have volunteered at a summer camp (9 to 10-year-olds,) and I have babysat (ages newborn - 11 years.) I also have experience with special needs children and adults. Thank you!
Justine can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Justine came to work for us one night very last minute after I had a cancellation. She was very polite in our communication. She showed up on time. My house was very clean when I returned. And my kids liked her. Would recommend!"

Ami H.

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Marietta P.


Minneapolis, MN

$24-40/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Teacher Available For Creative, Montessori & Waldorf-influenced Care.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Great references, experience with newborns through elders, twins, special needs, autistic people, cloth diapers, regular diapers, breastfed or formula fed. I have my drivers license and a clean driving record. I am comfy with pets and don't smoke. I am a licensed MN teacher, CPR certified, a certified birth and postpartum...
Marietta can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

5.0
"She was always very pleasant, very kind, worked really hard and it was a pleasure to be around her"

Pam B.

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Bertena J.


Minneapolis, MN

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with watching up to 4 children, ages newborn to 10, with and without medical and special needs. I also spent time working at a nursing home and caretaking a woman with Alzheimer's. I have taken CPR training courses in the past so recertification is an option! Fully Vaccinated! I'm available starting May 12...
Bertena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Bert was phenomenal in her interview. She was punctual, respectful, and sweet to our kids. Immediately she got to know our children and they had such a fun time with her that they wanted her to stay the night lol. She was friendly and just a great presence. Will...

Kyle G.

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Katherine F.


Minneapolis, MN

$19-28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter And Smile Creator

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have many years of experience and would love to help out with your children! I am a very reliable, responsible, bubbly and fun person who loves kids! I have a special needs sister who I care for a lot and absolutely love it. I have over 10 years of experience and am a NICU nurse. I can help with Light Housekeeping and...
Katherine can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Loved working with Katherine! Showed up on time and ready to go. My children adored her, and my dog did too!"

Tori K.

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Susan M.


Minneapolis, MN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

General

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mature, experienced and fun-loving caregiver who loves to play with, read to and teach kids of all ages. I have experience working in a daycare and as a nanny, as well as in homes. I am smart, honest, caring and a good problem solver. I have a professional background in fundraising also, but most recently, I have been...
5.0
"Susie has been a part-time nanny to our boys (now 5 and 7) for three years. She has built strong relationships with them both - my 5 yo put her first on the list of who he wanted to invite to his birthday party! She always treats them with patience and respect,...

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Janet H.


Hopkins, MN

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter and Teacher Available Part and Full-Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working with children and I have a lot of experience working with children in a variety of settings. My experience includes being a sitter/nanny as well as, a classroom teacher. Currently I am a substitute teacher in Minneapolis and will finish for the year on June 11. I have experience working with children with special...
Janet can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Janet has a special way with children and pets. They always feel comfortable and at ease with her. She is dependable, responsible and a lot of fun. She house sat for me for weeks at a time for my dogs, cats, plants, etc. and everything was ship shape upon our...

Karen H.

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Makayla F.


Minneapolis, MN

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have grown up with a little brother who has autism and volunteered with special Olympics my entire life. I also have worked for a private family for a young man with autism. I would work on motor, language, and social skills with him. For the past couple years I have worked in a group home with residents of all different...
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Ali H.


Minneapolis, MN

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Ali. I have a Bachelor's in Kinesiology and a minor in Spanish Studies from the U of M. I got my master's degree in Early Childhood Special Education in 2022 and have worked as an early intervention teacher in special Ed with students between birth and 3 years old since then. I have experience with a variety of...
Ali can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ali was great with my little one. She adjusted to his needs. She was very good at communicating and coordinating our last minute request for help. I would recommend her!"

Rocio W.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Eden Prairie, MN

Emily V.

5.0

I wish she could have come with us to Hawaii. My daughter was in love with Ms. Emily from the moment they met. My little one is ASD and invited her in with "Hey Friend" She became her best friend. Ms Emily is kind compassionate and worked wonderfully with my daughters unique challenges. We went on...

- Erin V.

Lixin Z.

5.0

Lixin was an excellent caregiver for my father-in-law. She is very compassionate and caring. My father-in-law loved spending time with Lixin

- Judy R.

Karrie H.

5.0

Karrie watched my second daughter as an infant when I returned to work. She made sure to engage with her while she was just 8 weeks old. Karrie was always pleasant and provided pictures through the day and updates at the end of the day. I highly recommend her!

- Monique B.

Shannon M.

5.0

Shannon has been caring for our son since the beginning of Sept. when I returned to work full time (he was just under 6 months then). We love how engaged she is with him and how she dives into playing, reading, singing, and taking him for walks with energy. Shannon also takes initiative to help...

- Katherine W.

Kasey J.

5.0

Hello all. We hired Kasey to part-time nanny our twin boys for the past 2 years. She is punctual, very dependable, extremely responsible, and a great help to our family. Our boys love her. I don't know where she finds the energy to keep up with them. If we weren't moving out-of-state, we...

- Wesley W.

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Ratings for Eden Prairie, MN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating5.0 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Eden Prairie, MN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 5 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers.