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Hi! I am a compassionate and patient person who has a heart for the special needs population. I have been a PCA for a young woman with cerebral palsy for three years. I have also worked with a young boy with special needs for two years in a classroom-based setting. For the past two summers, I have been a resident assistant at a...
Hi! I would love to help out! I am a pre medicine student studying at St Olaf. I worked as a medical assistant this summer and have lots of experience in the healthcare field. I have also helped a variety of different people, I was recently helping a woman with early onset Alzheimer's.
Ella R.
Dundas, MN
$22-25/hr
In my role as a teacher I have worked with many children with mental and physical disabilities. I was also diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 22. I have discovered a passion for working with people who have disabilities as I have also had many hurdles to overcome in my personal life. I believe every person should be treated...
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting since I was about 13 years old and have loved every minute of it. I come from a big family so there are always children, babies, kids with special needs/attention around and at every holiday event. The most recent family I was with had to let me go because of covid but I started with an 8month old, a...
Brianna can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello!
My name is Courtney and I am 27 years young. I have a laid-back personality with an immense amount of love and patience for all kiddos. I have been a nanny since 2016 and I've had the blessing of meeting and working with 3 different families from care. com! My experience includes ages newborn to teenager and special...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We are privileged to employ Courtney as our nanny. Courtney has been a reliable, flexible, fun, loving, and hard working nanny for our family and son since he was 1 year old. Courtney has a natural ability to understanding my sons needs and abilities of children in...
Meg U.
5.0
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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have several years of experience, working with several different abilities and diagnoses. I have experience working as a Behavioral therapist, para-professional, pca, job coach and DAPE instructor. I have also worked as a therapeutic wilderness instructor, camp counselor and bike trip leader. I treat everyone I work with with...
5.0
"Greg worked with our son as his side in school for 2 + years and then became a PCA at his home for a few years. Couldn't have asked for a better person for our son! Our son is SO excited to see Greg when he comes to work with him!
I highly recommend him to anyone...
Barb D.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello parents and caregivers! I'm Bethel. I'm 19 years old, and have a passion for little ones! I have multiple years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and child care.
Bethel can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Bethal is terrific! Our kids love her. She is responsible, caring and has great availability. I would (and have) continue to rehire Bethal to watch out young crew of miscreants! "
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Noah. Back in 2020, I got the opportunity to start nannying and I haven't looked back. With nannying kids ages ranging from 1-12 years old, I feel my experience level is up to par with the best! Three of my families I had the honor to work for had me for 6+ months. Others ranged from weeks to a couple of months...
Noah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
5.0
"I did a phone interview he was on time very polite and respectful. It just didn't work out for me. He seems like he would be a great candidate."
Thomas A.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! I'm a homemaker with 3 kids - 12, 9, and 3. I care for my 80yo dad.
I work as a PCA for a quadriplegic man and a caregiver to two elderly clients. Additionally, I work at a group home for troubled kids.
5.0
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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Liz. I am going to be a senior at the University of Minnesota on the pre-health track. My hope is to become a nurse practitioner and work in the NICU. I have been working as a CNA for the past year at the University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital in the CVICU. I love this job but I work part time and am...
5.0
"Liz took care of our son for 2 wonderful years. We could not have asked for a more capable, reliable, and kind person to hire. Her presence in our family was the best experience we could have hoped for. Her efforts helped our son grow, learn, and become more...
Sharlene W.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi, currently I nanny 3 kids about 5x a month. Either Mondays, Tuesdays or Fridays. Would love to care for kids near Lakeville on my off days. I have a son whose 8 and off to 3rd grade this Fall. Looking for a flexible schedule as I'm committed to this one family. I love adventure and arts and crafts. Love dogs too. I'm happy to...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I am Cynthia, an active 40ish year old mother of two teenagers (17 & 19) looking to fill sometime in my schedule. Having 20+ years in experience and education in the field of caregiving. From childcare to early childhood special education to being a PCA (Personal Care Assistant). I have a lot to give when it comes to...
5.0
"Cynthia has worked with my daughter for many many years she has multiple special needs"
Jane S.
I'm a freshman at St. John's University studying Environmental Science. I've enjoyed working with kids at summer sports camps and volunteering at churches and around my high school with kids with special needs. I enjoy working with kids, particularly those with special needs, because it is rewarding and I enjoy serving others....
Sam can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have experience with children in special needs. I caretake a 3-year-old autistic girl, semi- nonverbal. I get along with her and her mother great. I have also babysat and kept toddler age kids busy whilst their parents need some time to themselves. I know breaks are necessary! I am an aunt, and will always be willing to help!
Maryssa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, loyal, and kind.
I like caring for seniors because I love helping people, and seniors have so much wisdom to share!
I'm looking for a job that will be a good fit for the client, as well as myself. I was with my last client for over 7 years.
Trust, and relationship building is so...
Ann can also help with: Personal care, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, home modification & more
Skills:
CPR
Greg D.
Lakeville, MN
$25-40/hr
I have worked with special needs for the last 15 years. In recent years I have seen the demand for senior care rise and would like to extend my services to caring for seniors.
Greg can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, respite care, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Gretchen D.
Prior Lake, MN
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Loving, Energetic Stay At Home Momma, Previous Daycare Provider
I am a stay at home mom with four kiddos. 3 boys (13, 10, 6) and 1 fierce little 2-year-old girl. I have spent over a decade caring for children other than my own along with children with special needs, teenagers and tutoring as well. I have served as a Community Soccer commissioner for 3 years working with hundreds of children...
Gretchen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
I am a licensed and registered occupational therapist and currently a paraprofessional at our local elementary school. I also have experience working in group homes.
Linda T.
Lakeville, MN
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Teacher/therapist Looking To Help With Seasonal, Short Term, Or Respite Care
I am employed as a full-time early childhood special education teacher during the school year. I also have an occupational therapy degree. In both fields, I have enjoyed working with a wide array of children, adults, and families. I am looking to complement my school year job in a way that both helps families needing care and...
I've worked with people with disabilities for about 4 years assisting them with finding jobs and caregiving. I've worked with people with autism and understand redirecting and queuing to assist with whatever task they are trying to accomplish.
I am also a full time mom with a 2 1/2-month-old son who would need to accompany me,...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Northfield, MN
Courtney R.
5.0
We are privileged to employ Courtney as our nanny. Courtney has been a reliable, flexible, fun, loving, and hard working nanny for our family and son since he was 1 year old. Courtney has a natural ability to understanding my sons needs and abilities of children in general, she is warm,...
- Meg U.
Greg D.
5.0
Greg has been our full-time caregiver for our young adult special needs son, and we couldn't be more pleased with the care he has provided. During the daytime while we were at work, Greg ensured our son was engaged and active, often taking him on outings to places like the gym, parks, stores, and...
- Wayne S.
Bethel M.
5.0
she's such a helpful loving girl, she has so much potential and I can't wait to have her help us out again.
- Care member
Noah R.
5.0
I did a phone interview he was on time very polite and respectful. It just didn't work out for me. He seems like he would be a great candidate.
- Thomas A.
Elizabeth D.
5.0
Liz took care of our son for 2 wonderful years. We could not have asked for a more capable, reliable, and kind person to hire. Her presence in our family was the best experience we could have hoped for. Her efforts helped our son grow, learn, and become more capable to face all of his challenges. We...
- Sharlene W.
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