Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Elk River, MN

I have worked with children with disabilities in a variety of settings. I am in graduate school for speech pathology and have a passion for helping children learn how to communicate their needs effectively.

Katie W.

Anoka, MN

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hello, I'm Katie and a Minnesota native! Throughout the years, I have had a very special relationship with the children I have provided care for, and I strive to continue to provide the best attention, care, and support as possible. I'm the youngest of 3 older brothers, and have 7 nieces and nephews between the ages 5-14 years...

Katie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping

Jill M.

Anoka, MN

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Variety of experience from Fraser working with children age 2-6, day program for adults at Midwest Special Services, 8+ years in group homes, program manager for independent programs (home care, home health, ILS, IHS, employment and PCA), nanny positions and PCA choice. Currently work full time as financial worker at Anoka...

Kelly A.

Anoka, MN

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring Nurse

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

LPN (Nurse) and current on the MN Board of Nursing wanting to help care for your loved one. Compassionate, ethical and punctual. Homecare experience. Hospice experience. Available for immediate start. Fully Vaccinated. Overnight care for your loved one who can't be alone or just needs that extra assistance at night. *Excellent...

Anna D.

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a 27-year-old Minnesota native. I enjoy working with pets and kids and have experience with special needs. I am BLS certified. Most recently I nannied a baby girl from 4-15 months. I was also the nanny of two young boys (2&4) in 2019 and nannied for a 13 yo boy for 4 years. I also cared for my two young siblings, one of...

Anna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Mykayla H.

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love children and pets!! I've been babysitting for income since I was roughly 10 years old; friends, family, and clients alike have blessed me with their children over the years! Over the years, I've come to know and care for nearly 40+ little ones, including newborns, infants, toddlers, small children, and teens. I have some...

5.0

" Mykayla is punctual, dependable, hardworking, and great with kids. I would've kept her forever if I could've. We absolutely loved her! "

Kelly M.

Regina G.

$30-40/hr • 2 yrs exp

PCA

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have take care of ADHD, autistic, handicapped, and normal children for 2 years. I am a very fun, creative, loving, and caring person. I love having fun with kids. It brings joy to my heart when I make children laugh and I see them having fun with me. I know how to change a diaper, and put medicine in a feeding tube. I enjoying...

Sarah D.

Maple Grove, MN

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

4.8

(9)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi My name Is Sarah a little bit of background on myself. I have three amazing children ages 22 19 and 11. I'm a single mom to the two oldest and raise them on my own. I was a stay at home mom with my children. I was blessed to be able to do that until they went to full-time kindergarten. I'm very reliable. I'm very honest. I'm...

Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

4.0

"Sarah is extremely loving and kind. She uses gentleness in everything she does. I've seen her around children for several years and she always does what's in the best interest of the child."

Diane R.

Katrina G.

Andover, MN

$27/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a freshman at the University of Eau Claire with a strong work ethic described as hardworking, patient, and enthusiastic. I have over 5 years of experience working with children from infancy to middle school, including those with special needs. I come highly recommended for my work with children with special needs and...

Katrina can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0

"Katrina was fantastic and we can’t wait to have her babysit for us again. She was on time, communicated well and was ready to play with my 2 active boys ages 3 and 4. We will definitely hire her again. "

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Michelle F.

Rockford, MN

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

I have worked as a nursing assistant and LVN and EMT for 20+ years. I have worked with special needs and as a charge nurse in many nursing homes. I have worked in several smaller hospitals where I gained experience in ALL areas of nursing including nursery, pediatrics, emergency, intensive care, medical/surgical and ambulance. I...

Ann G.

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages, body types, and diagnoses residentially, in schools, and at summer camps. I currently hold my PCA certification in the state of Minnesota and was a Medicaid provider in Columbus, Ohio for nine years. I have home health experience and speak very basic ASL! Please...

5.0

"Anny has been our young-adult daughter's caregiver for almost two years. We are so fortunate to have enlisted her services. Anny is an extremely gifted communicator and companion for persons with special needs. Her competence, dependability, devotion,...

Kerry S.

Regina G.

$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

In my experience has being a PCA I have taken care of many special needs children. My first client was a girl she is wheelchair bond, along with having alcohol syndrome. I had to feed her with a feeding tube, I also did daily exercise with her to keep her healthy. I have also take care of two siblings, they both have ADHD. I...

Regina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance & more

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"I know Regina, and her family, from our parish youth and volunteer programs at Epiphany church. Regina is a very kind and compassionate person. Regina is able to make friendships and get along with everyone, her pleasant personality always shines! Regina is very...

Barb M.

Laura P.

$30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

5.0

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I found my passion for caregiving after taking care of three very close friends with cancer. I love taking care of others. I am very organized and a fast learner. I have worked with age ranges from 25-96. I'm fun loving, quirky, and have a great sense of humor. I have since gotten certified as an end of life specialist. I...

Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, companionship, live-in home care & more

5.0

"We found Laura about 1 year ago and our entire family is so grateful to have her around. Here is an incomplete list of reasons we love working with Laura: she's a straight-shooter, kind, qualified, honest, hard-working, funny, thoughtful, patient, reliable, and...

Michael M.

Amber O.

$18-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a county case manager for 9 years, but I prefer direct services. I have been caring for an autistic toddler for 6+ months now. I prefer to be busy, so housekeeping is a plus. I am looking for seasonal work as I have a gardening business in the summer months. I have worked with waivers for many years, and was also an...

Martin G.

$50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a registered nurse at NMH. I decided to go into health care so that I can bring smiles to my patients in their healing journey. I provide skilled care with empathy to ensure that my patients receive the best care possible and also feel well cared for.

5.0

"He is trustworthy and a great caregiver. Martin care for the person he is serving."

Duff D.

Courtney K.

Andover, MN

$22/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi I am Courtney! I have many years of experience working with kiddos. I have cared for special needs kids and children with medical complexities. I have watched up to 6 kids at one time and am comfortable watching kids of any age. I enjoy planning out activities for kids to keep them entertained, off screens, and having fun!

Courtney can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"We have had Courtney as a back up nanny and she is fantastic with our two children! She plays well with them and we can hear giggles all day long! (We work from home currently) Our kids love her and have requested that she come back. Courtney is willing to help out...

Shaunna K.

Kelley N.

Buffalo, MN

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Patient Special Needs Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I love caring for children with special needs! I love helping them learn life skills, independence, and meeting their goals! I've done some pca work and I have a lot of experience with multiple types of conditions that require extra care. I only work with children currently and absolutely love it!

5.0

"I really can't say enough about Kelley. She follows my instructions to a T, the boys LOVE her, she plays with them, and always keeps it interesting. My boys are special needs and high energy and she does a phenomenal job. 10/10 definitely recommend her!"

Adele W.

Carriena F.

Saint Michael, MN

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi I'm Carriena I Am A 22 Year Old Very Experienced Nanny!!!!!

5.0

(1)

I have 6+ years of experience, I've been babysitting since 2014 and have been nannying since 2016. I have experience watching infants-13-year-olds and also children with special needs. I love working with children and doing crafts, games, baking, practicing for sports, playing outside, going to the zoo, museums, local park and...

Carriena can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"She was so good to the kids and put them at ease! She also picked up after kids and went above and beyond to make sure the house was tidy!! Great attitude!! I'd hire her again in an instant."

Marissa Q.

Mya K.

Dayton, MN

$18-50/hr

Hello! I am a former PCA and have experience with elderly adults and special needs care. While I have experience in toileting, dressing, etc, I prefer to be more of a companion! I can go for walks, watch tv, play games, cook light meals, etc! I would love to chat more and see if we are a good fit!

Mya can also help with: Respite care, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, errands, transportation & more

Christina W.

$23/hr • 8 yrs exp