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Elizabeth D.


Prior Lake, MN

$20-50/hr1 yrs exp

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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...
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Jennifer J.


Prior Lake, MN

$30-45/hr10 yrs exp

Care Support-physical And/or Academic

Hello! I am a mom of five children and have a variety of experiences from being a classroom teacher and tutor to providing care for small children. I love people of all ages! I am a licensed Early Childhood and Elementary teacher. I am currently in grad school at Bethel University for a Masters of Special Education. I work a...
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Haidyn K.


Prior Lake, MN

$25-35/hr1 yrs exp

Young But Responsible Care Taker

My name is Haidyn K, I'm 18 years old and recently moved to LA. I am young but I am very responsible and passionate about kids. I have a lot of experience with children/people with disabilities. My 22-year-old brother has Autism so I have witnessed first hand what it's like to be around someone with a disability. My mom worked...
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Gretchen D.


Prior Lake, MN

$20-25/hr10 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, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
I am 27 years old and have 5 years of experience as a middle school/high school center based special education teacher. I work with students with Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and Cognitive disabilities. I can work with families to plan what supports are needed or would be best for each individual. I am comfortable...

Ellen F.


Prior Lake, MN

$14-20/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated Positive Communicator

I have been working with children with autism for over 15 years. I specialize in engaging them in activities and assisting with communication. Most of the students I have worked with are nonverbal. I receive great joy and satisfaction working with children. Special needs. Each child is so unique and competent and incredible. I...
Ellen can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Angela S.


Lakeville, MN

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter

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...
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Emily V.


Savage, MN

$14-18/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Emily, I am an elementary music teacher in Columbia Heights. I have experience in caring for children in both small and large group settings. I have classroom experience with children with special needs. I am comfortable with pets, and have a small SUV. I look forward to meeting you!
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"Emily was able to manage our busy household including three kids without trouble, we would definitely recommend!"

Jill S.

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Shannon M.


Burnsville, MN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Reliable Caregiver With 15+ Years Experience With Children And Infants. Former Nursing Assistant

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Thanks for checking out my profile! So a little about my professional experience - I've worked at a daycare located in Tucson for several years and family wise I played a major role in the upbringing of my younger siblings. All in all I have about 15 years experience with childcare. I have training and experience with newborn...
Shannon can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Shannon has been caring for our son since the beginning of Sept. when I returned to work full time (he was just under 6 months then). We love how engaged she is with him and how she dives into playing, reading, singing, and taking him for walks with energy....

Katherine W.

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Justine D.


Burnsville, MN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Occasional/Part-Time Babysitter Available

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Justine. I am 29 years old. I live in Burnsville, MN. I have over 15 years of experience babysitting. In the past, I have volunteered at a summer camp (9 to 10-year-olds,) and I have babysat (ages newborn - 11 years.) I also have experience with special needs children and adults. Thank you!
Justine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Justine came to work for us one night very last minute after I had a cancellation. She was very polite in our communication. She showed up on time. My house was very clean when I returned. And my kids liked her. Would recommend!"

Ami H.

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Greg D.


Lakeville, MN

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 2 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.

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Kaylie V.


Burnsville, MN

$15-30/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My experience caring for individuals with special needs started when I was about 5yrs old. I needed to help provide day to day support to my brother, who has Autism. As I got older, I began assisting with the Special Olympics program as a coach. I enjoyed working 1:1 with the players and supporting them as they learned and...
5.0
"Kaylie has been a PCA (Personal Care Attendant) for my Autistic son for 5 years. She's been great! With COVID, our needs have changed, since I'm now working from home."

Joan V.

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Amy B.


Burnsville, MN

$18-40/hr10 yrs exp

Since I was young I was helping care for my older brother who has special needs. Which lead me as an adult to become a certified nursing assistant. I worked in group homes with special needs adults, nursing homes, assisted living and now in a hospital caring for adults. I am CPR and first aid certified.
Amy can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, hospice services, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

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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: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, dementia, errands & more
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Melodi P.


Burnsville, MN

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hi my name is Melodi, or Mel. I am 28 and in 2019 started working with senior citizens. I have experience doing direct cares, meal preparation, med reminders and administration, housekeeping, errands and appointments, and companionship. I have a variety of experience with special needs and 10 years total experience as a pca/dsp.
Melodi can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, respite care, light cleaning, meal prep, errands & more
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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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Sari S.


Burnsville, MN

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Registered Nurse 20 Years Experience

I have worked in the hospital setting for over 20 years and I am looking for an additional flexible job to fill my Monday-Thursday.
Hello, I am a caring, reliable and positive person with over 7 years of experience working with children aged 6 months to 13 years. I have a degree in education and have taken several courses about teaching; literacy for young children; lesson planning; CPR and first-aid; conflict resolution (UCLA); and early childhood...
I have always had a passion for caring for others! A little over a year ago I started working at a place called the Plus Center where I work with individuals with disabilities, most often Cerebral Palsy. Because every client is different I have a range of experience with things like g and j tubes, seizure disorders, feeding,...
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Hadie A.


Savage, MN

$25/hr8 yrs exp

I Am A Fun, Loving, Kind, And Happy Nanny!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi everyone, my name is Hadie! I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and have had a few nanny jobs since. I am a hard worker and am very reliable. I have taken care of kids from the ages of infants to teenagers, as well as children with special needs. I currently am doing full online college to become a special...
Hadie can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Prior Lake, MN

Emily V.

5.0

I wish she could have come with us to Hawaii. My daughter was in love with Ms. Emily from the moment they met. My little one is ASD and invited her in with "Hey Friend" She became her best friend. Ms Emily is kind compassionate and worked wonderfully with my daughters unique challenges. We went on...

- Erin V.

Shannon M.

5.0

Shannon has been caring for our son since the beginning of Sept. when I returned to work full time (he was just under 6 months then). We love how engaged she is with him and how she dives into playing, reading, singing, and taking him for walks with energy. Shannon also takes initiative to help...

- Katherine W.

Justine D.

4.0

Justine came to work for us one night very last minute after I had a cancellation. She was very polite in our communication. She showed up on time. My house was very clean when I returned. And my kids liked her. Would recommend!

- Ami H.

Greg D.

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 looking at Greg.

- Barb D.

Kaylie V.

5.0

Kaylie has been a PCA (Personal Care Attendant) for my Autistic son for 5 years. She's been great! With COVID, our needs have changed, since I'm now working from home.

- Joan V.

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