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298 special needs caregivers are listed in Minneapolis, MN

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

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Minneapolis, MN

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Rachael R.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-21/hr8 yrs exp

Sitter For People With Special Needs

5.0

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I was an educator for 40 years. 8 of those years were students with special needs. They had one or more of the following: deaf, hard of hearing, autism spectrum disorder, severe to mild cognitive delays, behavior issues.
5.0
"Rachael was wonderful with our daughter for the interview. She is patient and kind."

Rebecca H.

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Makayla F.


Minneapolis, MN

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have grown up with a little brother who has autism and volunteered with special Olympics my entire life. I also have worked for a private family for a young man with autism. I would work on motor, language, and social skills with him. For the past couple years I have worked in a group home with residents of all different...
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Anthony P.


Minneapolis, MN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Social Worker And Independent Facilitator Of Love And Logic Curriculum.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have mainly worked with individuals 65 years of age and younger. Strong background partnering with at risk youth. I enjoy working children, teenagers and individuals in their twenties as life is full of undefined possibilities. I am a little kid at heart. Raised a son who is now 19 years old. I Love learning about people of...
5.0
"Anthony was good to work with. He kept me updated every step of the way. He did a great job cleaning and repairing s house being sold."

Julie S.

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Kyla O.


Minneapolis, MN

$22-35/hr4 yrs exp

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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Regina G.


Minneapolis, MN

$30-40/hr2 yrs exp

PCA

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...
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Ellen W.


Minneapolis, MN

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Happy And Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I currently work full-time as a nanny, which has been the most fulfilling and rewarding experiences I've had in my life. I have worked with the same family since 2016, so I have been a part of hugely significant life events for both the 8-year-old and 4-year-old children I work with. From working closely with a child with...
5.0
"Ellen is punctual, works well in family environment, extremely caring & loves our daughter, Z., who cannot feel pain, fed by g-tube & basically needs 24/7 care. Ellen works well under high stress situations & communicates well with us! She's excellent & part of...

Victoria L.

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Adria M.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-40/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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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
"Donna was very flexible for my short term (2 week) need and I would hire again if I have a need. She was able to adjust to the hours I needed which included a late evening without any difficulty."

Allan P.

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Sophia A.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Im Sophie, and I'm excited to provide care for individuals with special needs or for neurotypical individuals. 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 am interested in working with people of...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a special needs brother and been helping him. I also have taken care of other kids with special needs.
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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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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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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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Ana M.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As I work on my Masters in Social Work I am seeking summer-employment, hoping to spend my days with children when I'm not in class or studying. With a background in literacy work, Autism therapy, and trauma-based therapies, I have a passion for working with children with complex needs and unique spirits. My vision for this work...
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Rachael R.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-20/hr4 yrs exp

Child Care Provider For Children With Special Needs

Hired by 24 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as gentle, kind, creative, patient and very silly!! I love working with children We learn from them as they do from us I'm a get on the floor and play kind of person. Love tea parties with raspberry tea, games and any that allow me to use that moment in the best way possible Love crafts or...
Rachael can also help with: Meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She was great with the kids and had the house picked up from all their play by the time I got home. "

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

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Emma R.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Reliable And Fun Sitter With Various Healthcare Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a recent graduate of the University of Minnesota with a B. A. in human physiology. I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at UMN Medical Center and have experience in both geriatric and child care, with experience in the post-mortem field as well. I have been a part-time nanny for one family with a 3-year-old...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Emma was a wonderful caregiver for our two young daughters! During the COVID-19 pandemic my partner and I were worried about finding safe, reliable care for our children while trying to juggle our own jobs moving remote. My youngest daughter has special needs...

Edith J.

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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: Light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & 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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Katie W.


Minneapolis, MN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

MEd Teacher Providing Part-time Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Teaching and caring for children is my biggest passion, and since I started babysitting at the age of 12 I have known that I would make a career out of it. I have an MA in Early Childhood Education as well as a BA in Child Psychology. Before I started teaching Pre-K, I babysat, nannied, worked in a toddler daycare, and assistant...
Katie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Katie has been a great full time nanny to our 4 1/2 year old daughter for the past 3 years. She started with us in May of 2011 and we have considered her as part of our family every since. We'll be moving to the suburbs but if we could, we would keep her as our...

Mariza M.

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Angela S.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-25/hr9 yrs exp

Angela In A Nut Shell

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am the nanny you have been looking for! I spent the last year as an elementary special needs aid. I've lived in Denver for a year and before moving was a full-time nanny for a wonderful toddler in San Francisco, CA. We spent our days painting, reading, playing, exploring, and practicing how to be kind to ourselves and others....
Angela can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Angi joined our family last summer when my son was 17 months & she has forever changed our lives. No words can do justice to this experienced, professional, thoughtful, kind, creative & generous individual. As our full-time nanny, she was responsible for running my...

Femi O.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Minneapolis, MN

Rachael R.

5.0

Rachael was wonderful with our daughter for the interview. She is patient and kind.

- Rebecca H.

Anthony P.

5.0

Anthony was good to work with. He kept me updated every step of the way. He did a great job cleaning and repairing s house being sold.

- Julie S.

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.

Ellen W.

5.0

Ellen is punctual, works well in family environment, extremely caring & loves our daughter, Z., who cannot feel pain, fed by g-tube & basically needs 24/7 care. Ellen works well under high stress situations & communicates well with us! She's excellent & part of our family!

- Victoria L.

Adria M.

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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Ratings for Minneapolis, MN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.6 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Minneapolis, MN are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 91 reviews of the 298 listed special needs caregivers.