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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Hopkins, MN

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 6 years

Special needs caregivers in Hopkins, MN

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Kyla O.


Minneapolis, MN

$22-35/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there. I'm Kyla. I have experience working with an awesome group of adults that have Prader-Willi Syndrome. Getting to work and putting a smile on their face or even getting a laugh honestly makes my day! Those with PWS suffer from rage and other major behavioral issues including violence. They also tend to have mental...
5.0
"Kyla has been working with my 22 year old mentally ill kid. Kyla was able to take our kid to appointments and help extensively around the house, from rabbit care to yard work. She was so good at teaching our kid to be independent that she worked herself out of a...

Kelly R.

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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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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Lixin Z.


Minneapolis, MN

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working/taking care of people. I have been working as a Certified Medical Assistant in internal medicine for 17years. My clinical experience could help with making clinical decisions if needed. I have also been working as a CNA/HHA/PCA in assisted living/memory care or the last 18 years. The home care skills could help...
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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Joshua J.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

Best Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

13 Years Experience Dealing with Special Needs Currently Home care Manager Manage Children and adult special intellectual Disability, From Autism, Cerebral and special disorders. Non-Ambulatory Ambulatory Patients
5.0
"Joshua did an amazing job caring for my brother (23) who has down syndrome. He jumped right in, was very comfortable and M. loved him."

Jennifer O.

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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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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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Donna H.


Minneapolis, MN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a nanny for 20 years. I also am a caregiver. I have cared for children with disabilities as well as with seniors. I also am a pet & house sitter. I live in Plymouth.
5.0
"I have a daycare and Donna filled in for me for a week when I went on vacation. She did exceptionally well working with a large group of children. I have 5. She was flexible in adapting to their needs and our schedule. If you are looking for someone who is...

David And Barbara W.

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Rachel R.


Eden Prairie, MN

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Personal Care Worker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with adults and children with special needs for most of my life. My grandma owns group home for adults with disabilities. I'm a certified PCW and am comfortable with personal cares, errands, light cleaning, passing medications.
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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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Trisha F.


Minneapolis, MN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Compassionate Service Provider

Mother of three & provider to the special needs & elderly community. Trained in personal safety, care & education of preschool and grade school students. Trained respite care for special needs children and the elderly. Volunteer coach to grade school girls volleyball for 10 winning seasons. Essential Healthcare worker. Animal &...
Trisha can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Elizabeth A.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-21/hr10 yrs exp

School Age Special Need Experience Care Provider

I have been a special education paraprofessional in the public school for 10+ years working with both elementary and secondary learners. Most recently, I have been in an autism spectrum kindergarten classroom. I have special need children of my own, so understand the challenges that can present.
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Mary G.


Minneapolis, MN

$20-23/hr7 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hi! I am in my last semester at the University of Minnesota working towards a degree in Child Psychology. I have had a great deal of experience working with kids as a teacher, nanny, mentor, etc. I have worked with kids ranging in age from 0 to 18. I have experience working with kids with special needs and children from many...
Mary can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi my name is Brooke! I am a college student looking for a summer nanny position that could carry into babysitting when i'm home on breaks! I have several years of experience working with kids both supervising and coaching. I previously worked with the city of Eden Prairie as a youth tennis instructor and camp counselor for the...
Brooke can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Deb R.


Minneapolis, MN

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Care Give Available - Will Consider Part-time Or Full-time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Are you looking for a reliable, honest, caring, compassionate caregiver for your aging parent or loved one in need of assistance? I've been working with the senior population for 10 years. My experience includes feeding tubes, medication management/administration, Parkinson's care, Hospice care, dementia/Alzheimer's Care, Hoyer...
Deb can also help with: Hospice services, companionship, live-in home care, dementia, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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Paige M.


Minneapolis, MN

$22-28/hr11 yrs exp

Unapologetically Quirky And Creative Kid At Heart.

2.0

(1)

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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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.

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Amanda O.


Minneapolis, MN

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Very Fun, Very Kind, And Can Be Silly!

I'd describe my personality as Super caring, Great listener, very patient and totally funny I like working with kids because I love to see how they learn and grow, I love that I can be apart of thier journey at life. I'm looking for a job that flexible, super fun! I started working with kids when I am a mom of 5 boys,...
Hey there! Are you looking for a reliable, flexible, and trustworthy nanny or caregiver? Look no more! I spent most of my childhood and 20's taking care of children from all ages! Usually it's hard for kids to open up to unfamiliar faces which is normal, but kids are always drawn to me after one on one interaction. I also have...
Oretha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Early Education

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Casey and I love working with children! I have experience with children ages 1 month-14 Years, special needs included. I was a teacher at a daycare for 6 years, teaching infants and preschool. I have also had an after school nannying job and sporadic babysitting jobs for about 9 years. I work in special education in a...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hello my name is Heneeya, I am a third year college honor student studying Dental. I worked at a recreation center for 4 years. And went on to work at a k-8 school as a para later moving up to admin. I am a part time driving instructor for high school students in the twin cities. I have lots of experience with kids I come from...
Hello! My name is Katherine and I am so excited to help you and your family. I just graduated nursing school from Bethel University and absolutely love kids of all ages! I would love to help and support you in any way I can! Let me know how I can help!

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Hopkins, MN

Kyla O.

5.0

Kyla has been working with my 22 year old mentally ill kid. Kyla was able to take our kid to appointments and help extensively around the house, from rabbit care to yard work. She was so good at teaching our kid to be independent that she worked herself out of a job! Thank you Kyla for being our...

- Kelly R.

Miranda B.

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 with parents, as well as working...

- Lisa M.

Kori S.

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 priority, was good with our animals...

- Lindsey T.

Joshua J.

5.0

Joshua did an amazing job caring for my brother (23) who has down syndrome. He jumped right in, was very comfortable and M. loved him.

- Jennifer O.

Marietta P.

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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