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35 special needs caregivers are listed in Maple Lake, MN

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of April 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 8 years

Special needs caregivers in Maple Lake, MN

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Maquilia S.


Maple Lake, MN

$19-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Educational Fun

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a recreational youth group, I oversaw students homework and helped assist with studying . I handed out after school lunches & snacks, provided a creative outlet for kids such as games, sorted through the daily activities, providing a head count, cleaning, ensuring all supplies and objects are accounted for, Provided after...
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Kelley N.


Buffalo, MN

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Patient Special Needs Caregiver

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.

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Dakota T.


Buffalo, MN

$15-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter/PCA/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Dakota, I'm 26 years old, and I graduated from Minnesota State University in Mankato with a bachelor's degree in Management. I spent the last 7 years working as a DSP and Location Coordinator at a group home for adults with disabilities, and multiple PCA jobs in my spare time. I've worked with kids and adults anywhere...
Dakota can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Dakota is a very caring and amazing young lady. She has watched my 2 and 4 year old several times and the kids always enjoy spending time with her and playing with her. We have never had any issues and Dakota is very dependable. I would recommend her to anyone. "

Sandy L.

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Hailey B.


Buffalo, MN

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello! I am Hailey! I have recently become a certified PCA (Personal Care Assistant) and am interested/wanting to work with kids with special needs! I am young so I do not know everything - but I am willing to sit down and come up with a care plan. I currently work but am looking to be a full time nanny. I babysit when I can and...
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Marais S.


Buffalo, MN

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny Or Babysitter With Over 10 Years Of Experience

I have taken care of children, ages infant to 12 as a nanny and babysitter. Also, I worked in a child care facility with a special needs child.
Marais can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Jane H.


Monticello, MN

$20-26/hr • 5 yrs exp

Let's Get Outside And Enjoy Nature.

While I am not currently certified, I was a CNA, PCA and have worked in many settings with children to seniors. I have experience with many types of personalities and am comfortable working alongside most types of people. I find joy in connecting in a variety of ways.
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Jasmine L.


Annandale, MN

$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Flexible Baby Sitter

My name is Jasmine. I'm 22 years old, and I am happy to watch your home/children/pets/seniors! I can do over-nights if need be. I have plenty of experience in all fields, Kids: I've babysat ages 3 months+! I've been doing this for about 6 years now. Also helps I am the oldest in my family. Pets/Homes: I have been flown to...
Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have 8 years of nanny experience and recently have become PCA certified. I tutor math during the school year.
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Jordan C.


Buffalo, MN

$25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Full Time special needs caregiver

Hello ! I am 25 years old and also a mom to an almost 3-year-old little girl who has taught me more about kids than I thought I'd ever know! * I am not looking to bring my daughter with me, she is in daycare full time* A little bit about me! I have been watching kids for a little over 10 years. 7 years professionally...
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Dakota T.


Buffalo, MN

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi, I'm Dakota! My younger sister was born with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy so I have been helping take care of her since I was 2! I have a cousin who has Downs syndrome and my family also founded an organization in 2010 for girls with special needs, so I've also worked with kids and adults with SMA, cystic fibrosis,...
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Kaitlyn F.


Rogers, MN

$21-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I like working with kids because I find them fun! No day is ever the same and I admire there creativity and energy. I enjoy being able to watch kids grow and succeed. I can also learn a lot from them. I'm looking for a job that is enjoyable to be at and makes me feel comfortable. I started working with kids when I was about...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kaitlyn dog sat for us when we were out of town for a week and went above and beyond what we asked. Would highly recommend her due to her communication, punctuality and willingness to go above and beyond."

Katie T.

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Barbara J.


Maple Plain, MN

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

OVERNIGHT NANNY/Household Maintenance For Traveling Parents

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Looking for an EVENING SPECIALIST? I'm an EXPERIENCED, LOVING, SAH MOM with 20 + years professional expertise in child care. I'm seeking evening or overnight positions (such as parent travel with kiddos at home, evening sitting, adolescent supervision for overnights, or overnight nanny). .. If you think I would be a good...
Barbara can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Barb was very good to work with. Our son is slow to warm up to people, however he was quickly comfortable with Barb. She has the intangible ability to be calming and warming. We are planning on working with her again!"

Koda S.

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Carriena F.


Saint Michael, MN

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

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

I have 10+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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

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Michelle F.


Rockford, MN

$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

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...
Hello! My name is Helena and I am 18 years old. I have two years of experience nannying, aside from growing up in a household of 11, where I have grown to love and appreciate taking care of children. I have also had great practice with special needs children, as I have a brother with autism. I hope to find a family to take care...
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Riley L.


Montrose, MN

$30/hr • 7 yrs exp

Current RN with 7+ years of experience caring for special needs children, older adults, and adults with variety of different disabilities. Looking for a job with work/life balance after working hectic nurse hours. I'm an active 25-year-old female, fully vaccinated, and have a love for both geriatric and pediatric populations....
Riley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Ashlee P.


Clearwater, MN

$15-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Energetic, Friendly PCA

I am a PCA for my niece who has a trach and a G feeding tube. I have many responsibilities that include suctioning her trach so she can breath as well administering meds and feed through her feeding tube I also administer nebs through her trach and assist in trach changes. Other duties require letting her be a normal 3-year-old...
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Barbara J.


Maple Plain, MN

$10/hr

Fun-loving Experienced PCA Looking For Evening And/or Weekend Hours

*no longer searching for employment I apologize for any inconvenience this has caused. Best of luck!
Hello! My name is Helena and I am 18 years old. I grew up with a little brother with autism, and have learned to love everything about raising him. I genuinely love and appreciate people with special needs, and it would be my honor to work with yours. Thanks!

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Maple Lake, MN

Kelley N.

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.

Dakota T.

5.0

Dakota is fantastic with kids! My house was always clean and the kids were sad when she had to leave. Dakota kept the kids engaged in several projects. They were never bored. Anyone who has her is very lucky!

- Stephanie S.

Kaitlyn F.

5.0

Kaitlyn dog sat for us when we were out of town for a week and went above and beyond what we asked. Would highly recommend her due to her communication, punctuality and willingness to go above and beyond.

- Katie T.

Barbara J.

5.0

Barb was very good to work with. Our son is slow to warm up to people, however he was quickly comfortable with Barb. She has the intangible ability to be calming and warming. We are planning on working with her again!

- Koda S.

Carriena F.

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.

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