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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Elk River, MN

The average posted rate is $24/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 9 years

Special needs caregivers in Elk River, MN

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Carla Z.


Elk River, MN

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Caregiver With Years Of Experience

5.0

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Many years of nursing, teaching, and care giving. Experience caring for children and adults with seizure disorders, spina bifida, Down Syndrome, cancer, and Huntington's Disease. Able to perform cauterization, and give injections.
5.0
"I have known Carla for approximately 8 years. Carla is the grandmother of eight children that are part of two families that I know very well. She is always loving, kind and fun with them while also coaching them to follow family rules and behave appropriately. I've...

Cheryl J.

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Carla Z.


Elk River, MN

$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Care Giver For Your Child.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have two university degrees, as a nurse that gave me the opportunity to work in the nursery, emergency room and I was working in Florida as a medical assistant for 2 years, I have a university degree as a teacher with a specialization in preschool, children between 2 and 9 years, work as a , teacher for 18 years. In the United...
Carla can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"She is sweet, kind, responsible and punctual."

Hildegard P.

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Jace K.


Elk River, MN

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have over 10 years of experience working with children and adults with a variety of mental and physical challenges.
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Jackie B.


Elk River, MN

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked with children with special needs for about 20 years. I did family daycare. I started in the early 90s and have continued doing PCA work. I have recently been a nanny for a family of 3 kids for about 3 years but now, I need more of a full-time job.
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Charlene Z.


Elk River, MN

$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Charlene, a Registered Nurse with 27 years of experience providing compassionate and professional care. I specialize in various services, including: ~Respite Care: Short-term relief for primary caregivers for all ages. ~Post-Surgical Care: Expert care following surgery for a smooth recovery. ~Wound Care:...
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Kenneth M.


Elk River, MN

$45-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Health And Wellness Practitioner

Hi, I retired back in 2016 and spent time traveling the world and training in different alternative healing modalities. I love the outdoors and keeping active. I'm an empty nester and don't have any grandchildren yet. I realize children are individuals. You set the house rules and I follow - it't that simple. Light cleaning...
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Leann H.


Elk River, MN

$20-32/hr • 10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Nanny/Doula

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Leann and I have over 20 years of experience in childcare. I have worked with children of all ages, including special needs children and in an inpatient psychiatric facility for children. I have specialized in twins, triplets and premature babies as a nanny, am educated in lactation education and was certified as...
Leann can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Specializing in early childhood special education with emphasis in behavioral and deaf and hard of hearing.
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Catherine O.


Anoka, MN

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My ability to consistently give the best possible service resulted in requests from clients for me to be their main caregiver for people with special needs. With different types of ages. Able to assess situations and implement actions to resolve problems .
5.0
"Cate takes care of our 28 year old highly autistic son as if she is his mother. Cate is attentive, nurturing and compassionate. Our son is a 28-year-old individual who, due to his unique needs, requires assistance similar to that of a young child. He relies...

Kathleen I.

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Breana L.


Anoka, MN

$20-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Caring Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I adore children of all ages, however, I have a special love for infants and toddlers. I had a nannying job for twin infants that I was been with for 14 months so I have experience with multiples. I prefer interacting with children (completing learning-based projects, outdoor playing, etc.) rather than having them watch...
Breana can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Breana has been with our family for the past 15 months. She has taken care of our twins since they were 1 month old, starting with a few hours a week to eventually coming everyday. She truly has taken wonderful care of our babies. They love her dearly. Everyday...

Stacy L.

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Kaylee M.


Anoka, MN

$16/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have been professionally working in child care for 2 years but have helped run a daycare for 4. Im great with kids and have a lot of experience with special needs children as well.
Kaylee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Leah M.


Big Lake, MN

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

My name is Leah! I have over 7 years caring children, but most recently have been working as Behavior Technician at a center for children with autism and related disorders. As a new mom to my 3-month-old daughter, I am now looking for something that will provide me a bit more flexibility to be able to spend more time with my...
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Natalie P.


Anoka, MN

$15-25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Teacher Looking For Summer Job

Hi there, my name is Natalie and I'm a patient, helpful, and kind person! I am a Special Ed. teacher and teach preschoolers with and without special needs. My favorite age groups are birth- 5, but I enjoy all ages. I'm looking for a full time position for the summer. I am open to babysitting on weekends or weeknights during...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Amber M D.


Saint Francis, MN

$17-24/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 10+ years of experience between owning my own licensed & registered child care, working as an educational assistant in both preschool, and school age programs, educational studies in ASD, and multiple certifications care taking & early childhood education. I have worked one on one with various special needs individuals. I...
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Leilani B.


Anoka, MN

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Looking For Part Time/Full Time Work

I'm a 48-year-old mother of 4 daughters. I have 10+ years of experience with premature infants to toddlers. I have a degree in practical nursing but do not currently practice due to my choice. I provided childcare for premature infants in my home for the past 8 years. I worked in pediatric nursing before that. I enjoy watching...
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Jodi K.


Big Lake, MN

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

The Nanny PT

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am actually a Physical Therapist for over 28 years and I was an independent contractor with my own business. Covid changed my business and I am seeking a fun career change for supplemental income. I managed to have 3 boys in 18 months that included preemie twins. I am comfortable with kids of all ages and with special needs. I...
Jodi can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Courtney D.


Zimmerman, MN

$10-15/hr

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

I have four years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I have primarily worked with individuals that range in ages from 7 to 72. I firmly believe in helping individuals be as independent as they can be. I have a passion for assisting individuals in learning new things, as well as adapting anything to help...
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Alaya H.


Zimmerman, MN

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced Mom And Caregiver

I am a homeschooling mom and a very experienced caregiver. I am trained in working with all types of kids and adults. I am from a big family with many different special needs and been trained in trauma based caregiving.
Alaya can also help with: Respite care, meal prep, personal care, light cleaning, errands
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Kim R.


Big Lake, MN

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have worked with elementary aged children to adults with physical and developmental disabilities. I have extensive experience with ASD and behavior prevention and management.
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Deborah H.


Saint Francis, MN

$18-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Attentive Caregiver

Have 20 plus years of working with teens to seniors. Assisting with DLS, to teaching job skills. As well as ensuring comfort and care of the elderly. Have experience with many different mental health diagnosis of the young and aged population. Looking for a one on one setting. Enjoy cooking and baking, so am able to assist...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Elk River, MN

Carla Z.

5.0

I have known Carla for approximately 8 years. Carla is the grandmother of eight children that are part of two families that I know very well. She is always loving, kind and fun with them while also coaching them to follow family rules and behave appropriately. I've also employed Carla to care for my...

- Cheryl J.

Carla Z.

5.0

She is sweet, kind, responsible and punctual.

- Hildegard P.

Catherine O.

5.0

Cate takes care of our 28 year old highly autistic son as if she is his mother. Cate is attentive, nurturing and compassionate. Our son is a 28-year-old individual who, due to his unique needs, requires assistance similar to that of a young child. He relies on caregivers for essential daily...

- Kathleen I.

Breana L.

5.0

Breana has been with our family for the past 15 months. She has taken care of our twins since they were 1 month old, starting with a few hours a week to eventually coming everyday. She truly has taken wonderful care of our babies. They love her dearly. Everyday she comes into the house with a...

- Stacy L.

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