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Emily H.


Norwood Young America, MN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Preschool Teacher Looking To Babysit On Weekends!

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Emily! I'm looking for occasional babysitting jobs on weekends and some Friday nights. I've been in the early childhood education field now for 18 years. I have my college degree with an Associates in Early Childhood Education. I teach Preschool during the week full time currently and I have experience working with...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I have been a nanny/caregiver since 1998, and I have also been baby-sitting since I was 10 years old. You could say that I have had a career in child care and care giving. I also have experience working with the senior population and populations with special needs. I have had a lot of experience working with different families...
Hollie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ellisha O.


Cologne, MN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Nanny

3.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified Personal Care Attendant who has a bubbly personality and loves children. I have younger siblings with special needs so I am very rounded in how to take care of special needs kids. I also have experience caring for young children.
Ellisha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

3.0
"Applied for the job, confirmed availability and then just quit responding even though you can see she is active on the site."

Shawna J.

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Richelle H.


Cologne, MN

$23-30/hr9 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny!

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am currently employed Mondays and Fridays but looking for hours Tues-Thurs (preferably 24+ hours). I have 9 years of combined childcare experience through babysitting, nannying, and daycares/schools. I began babysitting when I was 15 years old and have been working full time in childcare since right out of high school. I have...
Richelle can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Richelle was wonderful! She immediately sat on the floor with my 15m old son and played, fed him dinner and when the picky toddler came out she was resourceful and found other options to offer him. Richelle was also wonderful with our two labs! We can't wait to...

Jenna J.

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Jillian C.


Waconia, MN

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Nanny/PCA

Hi! I'm Jill :) I am a nanny/PCA with over 15 years experience caring for infants-adult years. I love all people, however my passion is caring for the hearts and minds of those with special needs. I have worked with a wide range of diagnoses, most experience with those with Autism & Down Syndrome. I have worked in school...
Jillian can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ellisha O.


Cologne, MN

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant

I have siblings on the autism spectrum and fetal alcohol syndrome. I have worked as a licensed personal care attendant for over a year. The agency I currently am hired through is ACCRA Care. Responsibilities as a PCA have included driving to appointments, feeding, helping promote independence, structured activities and outings.
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Zak H.


Waconia, MN

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! My caregiving experience started with a full time job at a group home, where I was promoted to house manager. I then became a Special Ed Instructor at a day program. In 2015, I had the opportunity to move in with my grandfather. He didn't need 24/7 care so I was able to work my full time job, and in the nights and...
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Jillian C.


Waconia, MN

$28-36/hr5 yrs exp

Loving Nanny/PCA

Hi! I am a nanny/PCA with over 15 years experience caring for infants-adult years. I love all people, and have found that my biggest passion is caring for the hearts and minds of those with special needs. I have worked with a wide range of diagnoses, most experience with those with Autism & Down Syndrome. I have worked in school...
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Dawn M.


Waconia, MN

$20-34/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Provider

Hi! I'm a life long resident in my home town. I have been caretaking for families of all sizes and backgrounds for over 20 years. I started babysitting at a young age, transitioned to summer nannying, and moved to a daycare center while finishing my degree. My college degree is is Early Childhood Education. I am first aid and...
Dawn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

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Janae S.


Waconia, MN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

I love helping people and that is how I started working with people with special needs. I have worked with adults and children, all with different issues. A few are autism, Down syndrome, bi-polar, muscular dystrophy, etc. I like knowing that I am making a difference in someone's life.
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Greta B.


Hamburg, MN

$21-50/hr6 yrs exp

Specialized Care Provider

Hello. My name is Greta, I am a friendly, caring mother of 6 and grandmother of 7. I like to be active, make connections with people and I find a lot of fullfillment helping others. Im currently trying to keep myself busy while not working at my seasonal Garden Maintenance job. I am easy going and very adaptable. If you're...
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Cindy C.


Chaska, MN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider Seeks Family

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings! I am a senior caregiver, preferably overnights I have 10 years experience as a professional caregiver. My services include: hygiene , mobility assistance, medication preparation, and night time comfort and care. My background is full-time ministry , thus I consider senior care as an extension of my vocation. I...
5.0
"I volunteered to write this recommendation for Cindy because I am very grateful for her contributions to our family. Cindy offered her services as a personal care provider for my dad for several years. Dad was able to live a very rich and full life with our family...

Rosemarie K.

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Meghan S.


Mound, MN

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For Some Little Ones To Take Care Of

I have previous experience as a nanny for a family with 3 and 1. 5 boys. Before that, I was a teaching temp for day cares around the metro in infant and toddler classrooms. I did a year long internship at a children's hospital where I worked in the Occupational Therapy department, helping out one of the therapists. I observed...
Meghan can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Meghan is a conscientious, loving, patient, observant caregiver who puts the child first always. She does activities with them that help them grow and gain confidence in themselves. Meghan arrives on time and is on the full time she is at work. Somehow she has an...

Deb S.

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Barbara J.


Maple Plain, MN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

OVERNIGHT NANNY/Household Maintenance For Traveling Parents

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Looking for an EVENING SPECIALIST? I'm an EXPERIENCED, LOVING, SAH MOM with 20 + years professional expertise in child care. I'm seeking evening or overnight positions (such as parent travel with kiddos at home, evening sitting, adolescent supervision for overnights, or overnight nanny). .. If you think I would be a good...
Barbara can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Barb was very good to work with. Our son is slow to warm up to people, however he was quickly comfortable with Barb. She has the intangible ability to be calming and warming. We are planning on working with her again!"

Koda S.

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Doreen B.


Chanhassen, MN

$40-50/hr

Special Needs Helper

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...
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Katie S.


Shakopee, MN

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Trained And Educated To Help Others!

Hi I'm Katie! I am 19 years old working in special needs adult foster care and children caregiver services! I have passion for helping others with the best quality care that I can! -Non-smoker -Have license and own transportation -Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and First Aid Certified. -Cat and Dog CPR...
Katie can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Christa C.


Shakopee, MN

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

I have 20+ years experience caring for individuals with special needs and have recently found joy helping some older women at the end of their lives. I would love to help and care for your loved ones as my own.
Christa can also help with: Errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, dementia, live-in home care & more
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Megan H.


Watertown, MN

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Long-Time Experienced Nanny Searching For Full Time Job

Hello! My name is Megan and I am a long-time experienced nanny and pet care expert. I have nannied for several families long term and have also worked in the school setting as a paraprofessional. I'm comfortable with all age ranges and special needs. I have a large amount of experience with different special needs in my personal...
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hello! My name is Helena and I am 18 years old. I have two years of experience nannying, aside from growing up in a household of 11, where I have grown to love and appreciate taking care of children. I have also had great practice with special needs children, as I have a brother with autism. I hope to find a family to take care...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Norwood Young America, MN

Ellisha O.

3.0

Applied for the job, confirmed availability and then just quit responding even though you can see she is active on the site.

- Shawna J.

Richelle H.

5.0

Richelle was our first nanny. We trusted her with our 3-month old infant and she never let us down! She is an excellent communicator and caretaker, going above and beyond regardless of the task. I would hire Richelle again if I had an opportunity!

- Care member

Cindy C.

5.0

Cindy has been a friend for many years. I have always known her to be dependable, trustworthy and an all over great person. She is outgoing, friendly and has a real gift with people. I have an 87 year old mom that Cindy is going to work with and I am excited for my mom to have Cindy in her life. I...

- Linda S.

Meghan S.

5.0

Meghan is a conscientious, loving, patient, observant caregiver who puts the child first always. She does activities with them that help them grow and gain confidence in themselves. Meghan arrives on time and is on the full time she is at work. Somehow she has an inbred intuition and second sense...

- Deb S.

Barbara J.

5.0

Barb was very good to work with. Our son is slow to warm up to people, however he was quickly comfortable with Barb. She has the intangible ability to be calming and warming. We are planning on working with her again!

- Koda S.

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