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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Maple Plain, MN

The average posted rate is $16/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Maple Plain, MN

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Doreen B.


Chanhassen, MN

$40-50/hr

Special Needs Helper

5.0

(1)

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I will ensure your loved one is cared for fully. I have four children in which are grown adults and I often get comments on how well behaved and what great young adults they are. I would love to continue to help out and give my love and attention to other children. I had a cousin with Down syndrome and she actually graduated...
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Katherine F.


Minneapolis, MN

$19-28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter And Smile Creator

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have many years of experience and would love to help out with your children! I am a very reliable, responsible, bubbly and fun person who loves kids! I have a special needs sister who I care for a lot and absolutely love it. I have over 10 years of experience and am a NICU nurse. I can help with Light Housekeeping and...
Katherine can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Loved working with Katherine! Showed up on time and ready to go. My children adored her, and my dog did too!"

Tori K.

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Dakota T.


Buffalo, MN

$15-35/hr10 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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.

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Anna D.


Osseo, MN

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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

CPR

CNA

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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Martin G.


Minneapolis, MN

$50/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver Available

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.

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Sophia A.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-30/hr5 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Sophie, and I'm excited to provide care for people of all ages. I'm a student at the University of Minnesota pursuing a degree in psychology and political science, and I am passionate about helping with with the everyday demands of life! I have 5 years of experience in both special needs and non-special needs childcare...
Sophia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Sophia was a wonderful P/T nanny to our autistic son for a year and a half when she was studying in Chicago. She is caring, patient. and knowledgeable and understood him very well. She even visited the city recently and made the effort to visit and re-connect....

David B.

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Lixin Z.


Minneapolis, MN

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Part -time Home Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working/ taking care of people. I have been working as a full time Certified Medical Assistant in the clinic for the last 18 years to present. My clinical experience could help with making clinical decision If needed. I am also working as a CNA/HHA/PCA in the assistant living /memory care/group home for the last 18...
Lixin can also help with: Home modification, dementia, hospice services, visiting nurse, respite care, personal care & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Lixin was an excellent caregiver for my father-in-law. She is very compassionate and caring. My father-in-law loved spending time with Lixin "

Judy R.

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Dolma D.


Minneapolis, MN

$27-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I've always been passionate about the growth and development of children. That's why I've spent the last four years as a childcare provider. Being patient and calm, I thrive on fostering a nurturing environment where kids feel safe and loved. I'm also creative and imaginative, so I'm always coming up with fun and engaging...
5.0
"Dolma provided great care and was punctual. She did us a big favor by coming with a day of notice for Valentine's Day. Our almost 3yo and 10mo were put to bed on time, Dolma was easy to work with, communicated well, and the house was tidy. "

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Emma C.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-25/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a 27-year-old licensed educator with over 13 years of experience working with children. I have been a nanny, camp counselor, Para educator, and special education teacher. I have always loved working with children! Covering some basics: I have my own car and I am willing to drive children to activities. I love all...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emma was awesome! She was on time and even stayed later. My son had nothing but great things to say."

Kendall B.

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Richelle H.


Cologne, MN

$23-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am currently employed Mondays and Fridays but looking for hours Tues-Thurs (preferably 24+ hours). I have 9 years of combined childcare experience through babysitting, nannying, and daycares/schools. I began babysitting when I was 15 years old and have been working full time in childcare since right out of high school. I have...
Richelle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Richelle was wonderful! She immediately sat on the floor with my 15m old son and played, fed him dinner and when the picky toddler came out she was resourceful and found other options to offer him. Richelle was also wonderful with our two labs! We can't wait to...

Jenna J.

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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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Rebecca F.


Hopkins, MN

$19-22/hr10 yrs exp

Compassion, Experience, And Training

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been told that I have a talent for communicating with and calming special needs persons; I believe that is due to experience and intuition, plus deeply wanting to help those that need it. I have more than 10 years experience working with young people or adults with special needs. I was a PCA in a group home and...
5.0
"Rebecca helped me when I stayed with my son in Minneapolis. She is dependable, trustworthy, great at communicating and coordinating schedules, and a pleasure to be around. I highly recommend her!"

Emily A.

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Erika O.


Minneapolis, MN

$35/hr6 yrs exp

American Graduate Student With Special Needs Experience In Edinburgh

I have worked with children with special needs for the previous three years in a professional context and have a master's degree in special education. Most of my experience is with children and adolescents from 9 months to 17 years. I can connect and engage with a wide range of children and absolutely love working with kiddos! I...
Erika can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Erika engages with children in play and my children love her, often requesting for her, asking when they will get to play with her next! Very punctual, neat, asks good questions, and gives helpful updates upon our return."

Michelle P.

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Amber O.


Osseo, MN

$18-30/hr1 yrs exp

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...
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Ellisha O.


Cologne, MN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Nanny

3.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified Personal Care Attendant who has a bubbly personality and loves children. I have younger siblings with special needs so I am very rounded in how to take care of special needs kids. I also have experience caring for young children.
Ellisha can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

3.0
"Applied for the job, confirmed availability and then just quit responding even though you can see she is active on the site."

Shawna J.

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Adria M.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Mother, special education teacher, and multiple pet owner. I support, advocate for and provide education and care for people with special needs.
5.0
"Adria just started working with my son. He thinks she's great and we are glad to have her on our care team! She is patient, organized, funny, and flexible"

Chris J.

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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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Mykayla H.


Minneapolis, MN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

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.

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Kelly D.


Hopkins, MN

$22-32/hr6 yrs exp

Summer Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello all! My name is Kelly, and I am looking for a part-time or full-time nanny job for this summer! My start and end dates are flexible, as well as daily start and end times. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and would love to be with kids who are the same. I have experience and enjoy working with all ages, but am best...
Kelly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"As first-time parents, we are so happy we hired Kelly. She has been a great help to us and our 6-month-old. She has been wonderful with presenting our son with different stimuli -- toys, playing outside, going for walks, some sign language etc. She adapted quickly...

Kara D.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Maple Plain, MN

Katherine F.

5.0

Loved working with Katherine! Showed up on time and ready to go. My children adored her, and my dog did too!

- Tori K.

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.

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.

Martin G.

5.0

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

- Duff D.

Sophia A.

5.0

Sophia was a wonderful P/T nanny to our autistic son for a year and a half when she was studying in Chicago. She is caring, patient. and knowledgeable and understood him very well. She even visited the city recently and made the effort to visit and re-connect. Highly recommended!

- David B.

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