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Linda T.


Lakeville, MN

$20-35/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher/therapist Looking To Help With Seasonal, Short Term, Or Respite Care

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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...
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Emily H.


Faribault, MN

$13-18/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced With Special Needs And Mom

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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Karla S.


Saint Paul, MN

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available Evenings And Weekends

I have worked at a company that primarily focuses on caregivers assisting in home care and group home setting for elderly and special needs personnel. I have assessed, supported and served individuals with cognitive, emotional, medical, and physical challenges. I have managed consumer's money/bank accounts. I have worked with...
Karla can also help with: Transportation, errands, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep
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Lisa H.


Rosemount, MN

$24-25/hr10 yrs exp

I am a occupational therapist. I have worked in nursing homes and in home health care. I have also worked in group homes with special needs people. I am currently a paraprofessional at a elementary school.
Lisa can also help with: Dementia, home modification, personal care
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Monica T.


Lakeville, MN

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

Active, Fun, Flexible

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Monica and I am a fourth year nursing student at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. I have two years of experience working as a CNA with vulnerable adults. I am trained in CPR, medication administration, vitals, colostomy bags, dietary accommodations, gait trainers, and more. Skills and services include...
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Amelia S.


Saint Paul, MN

$17-22/hr2 yrs exp

CNA, DCP

CNA DCP CPR and first aid I currently work in a home with disabled adults. Work with fully dependent residents. G tube, med passes, breif changes, personal/daily cares(ADLs), lifts, appointments, treatments, online and paper charting, cleaning, cooking, 3 years experience
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Kelli P.


Farmington, MN

$20-24/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! As a mother myself, I am looking to help families with care for their loved ones. I am an experienced special educator who also has years of experience providing respite care for families.
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Meghan N.


Webster, MN

$25-35/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/PCA/Direct Support Professional/ ADN

I am 25-year-old graduate from nursing school with a associate degree in nursing who enjoys taking care of others and providing quality care for my employers. I have been nannying off and on for about 6+ years, PCA/DSP for about 3 years. I am certified in CPR and first aid training, I am responsible, nuturing, and ready to help...
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Lydia M.


Saint Paul, MN

$5-15/hr1 yrs exp

I haven't had any experience with special needs children but would love to learn how to care for them. I just started baby-sitting for a family which has four children, and one of them has some autism. There was a child with some disabilities at the day care I worked at. I love teaching kids about their world around them. I've...
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Kaela H.


Lakeville, MN

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I'd Love To Meet Some New Families To Babysit/nanny For!

I'd describe my personality as caring, patient, and creative. I love working with kids because there's never a dull moment with them. They never fail to put a smile on my face, and I never get bored when I'm around kids. Making them feel understood and supported brings me joy and is why I love my job so much. At 12 years...
Kaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Leticia D.


Saint Paul, MN

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi!! My name is Leticia, I have a diploma as a children's teacher, I also worked with special children in Brazil and here in the United States. I have a post-graduation for reading and writing skills. Friendly with animals 8+ years experience teaching/working with kids Experience with multiple kids, special needs and infants...
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Kaela H.


Lakeville, MN

$20-27/hr1 yrs exp

I'm a patient, friendly, and caring individual with a deep passion for helping others. I've worked with people who have special needs in the past, and I find it very rewarding to help them. I've worked as a CNA in a skilled nursing facility, caring for seniors, as well as working with special needs children in adaptive swim...
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Brea G.


Burnsville, MN

$16/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter In The Burnsville Area!

I have 8 years of experience working with children aged 6 weeks to 13 years old. I have two years of experience work with children with special needs in an educational setting. I am G tube and J tube trained and familiar with medical schedules. I love cooking and meal prepping, crafting, and teaching art skills, spending time...
Brea can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Hope M.


Lakeville, MN

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

I was a care taker for a little boy that was mentally disabled. He was 4 years old and couldn't do anything on his own and routinely had mini seizures. I took him on walks where he would hold my hand or sit in his stroller, gave him his routine meds, helped him with eating, grooming, playing and everything in between. He...
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Isabella S.


Hampton, MN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

My name is Isabella and I have been a babysitter/nanny for the past 8 years. I grew up on a small family farm outside of Farmington so have experience with animals/pets. I am the oldest at home in a family of 7 siblings so I also have lots of experience with children/infants, meal prep, house cleaning, animals, etc. I am...
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Bonnie O.


Saint Paul, MN

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

CNA With 38 Years Of Experience

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Long term, private duty, special needs, dementia I've worked in all fields. CPR, first aid, and vaccinated
Bonnie can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Melodi P.


Burnsville, MN

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hi my name is Melodi or Mel. I am 31 and have experience with a variety of things with children and adults. From newborn to senior citizens. I have worked in high medical group homes and experience with special needs children as well. I am family oriented and spend most of my time with the children in my family, some with...
Melodi can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello! I am a very patient, adventurous, and caring person who has about 5 years of paid experience as a babysitter/nanny and 2 years as a home health aid. I have experience with: special needs, toddler, school age, teens, adults, and seniors. In addition, I am Home Health Aid certified, CPR certified, and have a DOT(Department...
Cassy can also help with: Respite care, dementia, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Allison P.


Wanamingo, MN

$14-22/hr8 yrs exp

I worked with children with diabetes for 4 years and I worked in adults with disabilities in-home care for 3 years. This is one of my passions. I am now a teacher in an elementary school but still really love to care for others!
I am a creative, enthusiastic, and patient person who likes to have fun. I have worked with children and adults with a variety of disabilities by taking them on community activities, assisting with activities of daily living, chore services, and I worked as a behavior support specialist in an elementary school. I love to play...

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