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293 special needs caregivers are listed in Minneapolis, MN

The average posted rate is $19/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Minneapolis, MN

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Angela S.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-25/hr9 yrs exp

Angela In A Nut Shell

5.0

(1)

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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: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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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Bertena J.


Minneapolis, MN

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with watching up to 4 children, ages newborn to 10, with and without medical and special needs. I also spent time working at a nursing home and caretaking a woman with Alzheimer's. I have taken CPR training courses in the past so recertification is an option! Fully Vaccinated! I'm available starting May 12...
Bertena can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Bert was phenomenal in her interview. She was punctual, respectful, and sweet to our kids. Immediately she got to know our children and they had such a fun time with her that they wanted her to stay the night lol. She was friendly and just a great presence. Will...

Kyle G.

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Chloe W.


Minneapolis, MN

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been taking care of my younger brother and younger sister. They are twins and now 7. I began taking care of them when I was 10. I also gave volunteered at church with the toddlers, infants, and kids with special needs. I have been babysitting young children for years. I am First Aid/CPR certified.
Chloe can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Showed up on time. Kids liked her."

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Regina G.


Minneapolis, MN

$10-25/hr5 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

3.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

In my experience has being a PCA I have taken care of many special needs children. My first client was a girl she is wheelchair bond, along with having alcohol syndrome. I had to feed her with a feeding tube, I also did daily exercise with her to keep her healthy. I have also take care of two siblings, they both have ADHD. I...
Regina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"I know Regina, and her family, from our parish youth and volunteer programs at Epiphany church. Regina is a very kind and compassionate person. Regina is able to make friendships and get along with everyone, her pleasant personality always shines! Regina is very...

Barb M.

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Whitney P.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-22/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Whitney and I am 24 years old. I have 7 years of experience in the field of caregiving. I am a U. S Army Veteran and I am CPR/First Aid certified. I also worked as a Paraprofessional (Special Education Job Coach) at Lionsgate Academy. I have experience with newborns, twins, toddlers, preteens and those with...
Whitney can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Whitney interviewed with us because we were looking for temporary childcare while our full time nanny was giving a 2 week notice. Whitney was so smart and sweet...we really enjoyed meeting her and were looking forward to her working with our son. She proved to have...

Coby And Christina P.

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Kristiana H.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny Plus

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

In addition to successfully (but not perfectly) raising and launching my own three sons, I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages, including special needs children. I love children, and love to engage them in reading, music, outings and activities, arts & crafts, discussion and fun. Turns out this is my happy...
Kristiana can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"We loved Kristiana when we interviewed her! She really engaged with our kids during the interview and they really responded to her. She was a great communicator and very professional when we set up the interview, and was very punctual. Circumstances didn't allow...

Jasmine K.

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Grace T.


Minneapolis, MN

$25-50/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Loving And Patient Sitter, Teacher, And Amateur Chef

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Grace and I currently work as a special needs substitute teacher, helping my mother with two younger twin brothers, and babysitting for friends and family. I am looking for a part time position starting as soon as needed. I also nannied for a family and tutored their kids through online school during the Covid-19...
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Grace was a fantastic nanny and homework help tutor for my kids when school went online-only during the early part of the COVID pandemic. She kept them on task with school work until it was done, and then rewarded them with a lot entertaining play. The kids loved...

Mary S.

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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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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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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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Alicia B.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter/Nanny Willing To Work Around Your Schedule!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting on my own since I was about 13, but have always been around children of all ages. I am the oldest of three and my mom did day care out of our home for several years. I have looked after children of all ages from newborn to teens. I also worked as a PCA for a few summers for a 15-year-old girl with special...
Alicia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Alicia fit so well in with our family. I have 4 kids and she treated each one of them with love and respect. She would even take them when she didn't have to, just to spend the day with them. I would recommend Alicia to anyone looking for someone to care for...

Raleah L.

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

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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Emma C.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-25/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: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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Thea S.


Minneapolis, MN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I'm Thea I am 24 years old I have been working in caregiving for 10 years. I love being outside , reading books , I am not much of tv person but I dont mind a movie or 2 :)my approach on education development is by not being in front of a tv but more being a leader , being outside and enjoying nature with fun activities:) I have...
Thea can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Thea Was phenomenal, she was patient & kind my son loved her ! I can tell she’s loves what she’s does & knows exactly what’s she doing ! I will definitely hire her again and recommend her to My friend’s and family members needing childcare assistance."

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Sophia A.


Minneapolis, MN

$10-30/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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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

$51/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 17 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: Visiting nurse, hospice services, home modification, respite care, personal care, dementia & more
Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Lee is a very nice person and very knowledgeable about caring for my husband. We both enjoyed having her help and would hire her again if needed"

Linda Z.

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Maliah-mae P.


Minneapolis, MN

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Special needs taker!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently 23 years old I am working on my master's degree in environmental science for the past nine years I have been in the childcare business with ages ranging from newborn to School age. I have also had experience with in-home care for kids with ASD. I can also taking care your love ones who needs extra special needs....
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Ashley Z.


Minneapolis, MN

$34/hr6 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time Care Giver Available, Specializing In Children/Adults With Special Needs

I am currently in school to get my nursing degree, I am a paramedic that worked in Minneapolis Minnesota and moved to Cedar Rapids with my fiance for his job as a firefighter. I have worked as a paramedic for 5 years and have extensive experience with very sick patients so I feel very comfortable with a variety of medical...
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Sheridan T.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-30/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Professional

I am a future Occupational Therapist passionate about helping individuals become more independent in their everyday activities. I worked at a daycare filled with excited children of all ages and currently am a Resident Assistant in an Assisted Living home. As you can see, helping people is my passion and I can't wait to see what...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Minneapolis, MN

Angela S.

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 son's day from 9 am to 5 am, but...

- Femi O.

Katie W.

5.0

Katie cared for my son (together with her son) for almost a year. She is a phenomenal educator and person, and her son is adorable! Katie is reliable, organized, and genuinely enjoys her role. I was consistently impressed by her enthusiasm and creativity. She prepared lessons for the boys and...

- Courtney T.

Bertena J.

5.0

Bert is kind, patient, loving, and dependable. She was the first non-family caregiver our pandemic baby had, and Bert was so good with our daughter as she went through lots of transitions in a short time - first nanny, giving up bottles, weaning from breastfeeding, and transitioning to more solids....

- Allison D.

Chloe W.

5.0

Chloe was punctual and pleasant, kids liked her.

- Kelly R.

Regina G.

5.0

I know Regina, and her family, from our parish youth and volunteer programs at Epiphany church. Regina is a very kind and compassionate person. Regina is able to make friendships and get along with everyone, her pleasant personality always shines! Regina is very conscientious about her work and...

- Barb M.

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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 87 reviews of the 293 listed special needs caregivers.