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Julia N.


Houston, MN

$15/hr2 yrs exp

Fun, Creative, And Caring Nanny

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Hello! My name is Julia I am a nanny located in the Houston MN area, but I am able to travel to any family. I have been working with kids of all ages as a paraprofessional for the last two years. Specifically I have been working the most with children on the special needs spectrum. Before working as a paraprofessional I spent...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Wendy L.


La Crosse, WI

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

LPN

5.0

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Ive been in healthcare since my 20s . I returned to school through the army reserve. LPN license in 1991. I adopted and raised a son with special needs (physical and mental health). Ive worked in mental health, geriatrics, and hospice. I also really enjoy younger children and teens. I m creative, have a sense of humor enjoy the...
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Christine P.


Onalaska, WI

$15-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have worked with kiddos for about 15 years nannying, mentoring, and as a daycare teacher. I am CPR certified, and have experience working with kiddos with special needs. Currently, I live in Onalaska and am looking for a occasional date night/babysitting jobs. Please message with any questions Thank you! -...
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Shaylee W.


Winona, MN

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Special Needs Care-Giver

I have had years of experience working with people with special needs. I have worked in elementary and high school special needs programs, autism centers, after school programs, nonprofits and in-home care programs. I've worked with infants-young adults. I have been trained in ABA Therapy and have years of training in crisis...
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Shannon R.


Onalaska, WI

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Patient, Calm Caregiver

I am a Physical Therapist with 20+ years of experience with many populations, including neuromuscular, behavioral / mental health, and some pediatric / neurodevelopmental. As a parent, I have had to navigate the struggles of sensory processing, ADD, mild ASD, and bipolar conditions. I am current with my CPR and also trauma...
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Dakota M.


La Crosse, WI

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver~ 8+ Years Of Experience!

I have cared for many kiddos from a young age ranging from 6 months-15 years old. I have 3 years of experience working with children of all ages with special needs and am very animal friendly! I work full time during the school year, and part-time during the summer. During the summer, my schedule is very flexible as I only work...
Dakota can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Carlynn S.


Winona, MN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

I was a nanny during one summer for a 4-year-old boy who has Autism and is non-verbal. I also helped out with his older brother who was 12 at the time and who has Autism as well. Since then, I have babysat the younger boy a few times. I love to work with kids no matter their abilities because it is fun to learn from them and...
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Ashley P.


Winona, MN

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Personal Care Worker

I work in the medical field of taking care of physically & mentally disabled adults and children. To me, this is not a job, its helping people do things they cannot do themselves. My life's goal is opening a day center for children with disabilities.
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Mackena P.


Winona, MN

$12-15/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Mackena and I am a 19-year-old, Nursing Major at WSU. I am a nanny who's passionate about nurturing young minds and creating a safe environment where children can thrive. With six years of experience, as well as experience in foster care and special needs, I'm well-equipped to cater to the needs of children aged,...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Wendy L.


La Crosse, WI

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

CHILDCARE GIVER

I enjoy caring for children of all ages. I raised a son with special needs so I've developed a lot of patience and understanding. I hold a current LPN license and my CPR is updated. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you have regarding my experience. I have a recent background check by two agencies including a...
Wendy can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Alexxus I.


Onalaska, WI

$11-15/hr2 yrs exp

I have been a CNA for a little over two years and I have gotten to work with people who have many different disabilities. I love this type of work and enjoy helping others anyway that I can!
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Emily F.


La Crosse, WI

$17-18/hr8 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional

I spent 2 years working at a residential care center for kiddos with severe cognitive and behavioral challenges and have found through that work that I have a heart for working with this population. I am skilled at using first-then language, semi-fluent in ASL, I am trained and experienced in sensory brushing protocol, and have...
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Jessica D.


Winona, MN

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter

1.0

(1)

I have a lot of experience working with children of all different ages in all different settings. I have been a girl scout my whole life and helped with younger troops for 6 years of that. I have been a tutor for elementary children for 3 years. I have worked as a lifeguard and swimming lessons instructor for 4 years. I worked...
Jessica can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lacy H.


La Crosse, WI

$15/hr5 yrs exp

Energentic, Caring, Positive, Happy, Aware, Hard Working 21 Year Old Female

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been around children, toddlers, new borns my entire life. I currently work as a CNA with elderly and special needs children near the twin cities. I have seen it all and I love helping people. My all time favorite is taking care of babies. My work experience has built me to become a very patient individual. I like to be...
Lacy can also help with: Carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Abigail M.


Winona, MN

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

A Nurturing Carer For All!

Hi! My name is Abby. I recently graduated from Winona State University with my BSN and a minor in Child Advocacy. I have a strong passion for working with kids. As the third oldest of 8 children, I was naturally born into the role of a caretaker. I have 10+ years of experience working with all ages, including special needs...
Abigail can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Emma L.


Winona, MN

$10-15/hr

Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up in a large family of 6 and often cared for my younger sister and special needs brother. I have spent the last 4 years coaching gymnastics to children of various ages (ages 4-16) throughout both the school year and summer. I am patient, kind, enthusiastic, and comfortable working with kids of all ages! I am also...
Emma can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
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Amanda P.


La Crosse, WI

$14-23/hr2 yrs exp

Hello!

I am a licensed teacher looking to care for your family during the summer months and/or occasional date nights. I would love to meet your family and see if I am a good fit for your preferred needs.
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David A.


Onalaska, WI

$24-40/hr10 yrs exp

RN

I have 10 years of experience as a nurse in an inpatient psychiatric setting. I'm reliable, fun, and have a good work ethic. My hobbies are photography and woodworking.
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Dakota M.


La Crosse, WI

$12-17/hr3 yrs exp

Very Experienced!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been employed through the La Crosse School District as a special education teacher assistant for the past two school years and have also worked as a direct support professional at Chileda for the past 3 years, so I have a lot of experience working with a wide range and variety of diagnoses, people, and ages!
Hi! My names Rachel and I'm new to Astoria. I relocated here with my friend who's in the coast guard! I just graduated with a degree in k-12 art teaching, I'm currently between college and my first teaching job and working as a Substitute teacher in the area. I'm looking for full or part time nanny/ child care work....
Rachel can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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