Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Minnetonka, MN

$12-17/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Hattie and I have worked as a direct support professional/pca and nursing assistant for the last 3 years. I love working with people who are considered special needs, elderly or just need some help!

Melissa H.

$13-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring And Reliable

I have worked at both ends with 5 years working with older folks and in special education for 10 years with kids ages 10-19 years. I currently work with preschoolers in a small specialized treatment program. People are beautiful.

Katie H.

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked with both children and adults for special needs for years, from personal cares, working with behaviors, finding recreational activities, etc. I know braille (by sight, not touch), ASL and some Spanish. I also work full time as a social worker for individuals with disabilities.

Isabel O.

$17/hr • 3 yrs exp

Nanny

I love kids and I have been working at an elementary school for 2 years and I'm currently a freshman at FAU. I have gone through lots of training for my old job, and I have worked with neurotypical children, neurodivergent children, and children with special needs. I would love to nanny for a family with children of any ages!...

Isabel can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Lixin Z.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part -time Home Care

5.0

(7)

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, dementia, respite care, personal care, home modification & more

Skills:

CNA

Wound Care

CPR

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.

Erika O.

$35/hr • 6 yrs exp

American Graduate Student With Special Needs Experience In Edinburgh

5.0

(1)

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: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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.

Rebecca F.

Hopkins, MN

$19-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Compassion, Experience, And Training

5.0

(1)

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.

Miranda B.

$25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time Nanny

5.0

(1)

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

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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.

Clarissa G.

Eden Prairie, MN

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Summer Nanny

5.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting for about 15 years for friends and family. I was a nanny for four summers during high school and college. I cared for two different families during that time, one family with older children and another with an infant and toddler. I also have experience with non-verbal and special needs children as well....

Clarissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Doreen B.

Chanhassen, MN

$40-50/hr

Special Needs Helper

5.0

(1)

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...

Marietta P.

$24-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Licensed Teacher Available For Creative, Montessori & Waldorf-influenced Care.

5.0

(1)

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, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, 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.

Kasey J.

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Caregiver

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am originally from small town ND, where I grew up helping raise my younger brother and working at the local daycare. During this time I worked closely with newborns all the way up to school aged children. After turning 18 I sought out training and became a DSP caring for children with special needs. I developed a genuine love...

Kasey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Hello all. We hired Kasey to part-time nanny our twin boys for the past 2 years. She is punctual, very dependable, extremely responsible, and a great help to our family. Our boys love her. I don't know where she finds the energy to keep up with them. If we...

Wesley W.

Kristiana H.

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny Plus

5.0

(1)

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, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

Donna H.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

5.0

(3)

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

"I have a daycare and Donna filled in for me for a week when I went on vacation. She did exceptionally well working with a large group of children. I have 5. She was flexible in adapting to their needs and our schedule. If you are looking for someone who is...

David And Barbara W.

Emma C.

$15-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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, carpooling, travel

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

Lixin Z.

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(3)

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...

Cassandra D.

Wayzata, MN

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time/Part Time Nanny Available Now

4.8

(14)

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Cassey! People would say I am fun, respectful, punctual, flexible, and a good communicator. I have worked with all ages from 1 month all the way to 15 years of age. My experience includes: babysitting, working with special needs, daycare, working as a preschool teacher, and have Nannied four families. I love...

Cassandra can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"Cassey was absolutely wonderful. She was our first experience using a sitter and has set the bar high. She had an extreme professional confidence in her abilities with children. Cassey made the transition when I left smooth and felt calm and comfortable leaving...

Elizabeth L.

Kori S.

$22/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

Janet H.

Hopkins, MN

$10-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter and Teacher Available Part and Full-Time

5.0

(1)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working with children and I have a lot of experience working with children in a variety of settings. My experience includes being a sitter/nanny as well as, a classroom teacher. Currently I am a substitute teacher in Minneapolis and will finish for the year on June 11. I have experience working with children with special...

Janet can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Janet has a special way with children and pets. They always feel comfortable and at ease with her. She is dependable, responsible and a lot of fun. She house sat for me for weeks at a time for my dogs, cats, plants, etc. and everything was ship shape upon our...

Karen H.

Makayla F.

$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)