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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Rockford, MN

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Rockford, MN

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Michelle F.


Rockford, MN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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I have worked as a nursing assistant and LVN and EMT for 20+ years. I have worked with special needs and as a charge nurse in many nursing homes. I have worked in several smaller hospitals where I gained experience in ALL areas of nursing including nursery, pediatrics, emergency, intensive care, medical/surgical and ambulance. I...
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Kelley N.


Buffalo, MN

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Patient Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I love caring for children with special needs! I love helping them learn life skills, independence, and meeting their goals! I've done some pca work and I have a lot of experience with multiple types of conditions that require extra care. I only work with children currently and absolutely love it!
5.0
"I really can't say enough about Kelley. She follows my instructions to a T, the boys LOVE her, she plays with them, and always keeps it interesting. My boys are special needs and high energy and she does a phenomenal job. 10/10 definitely recommend her!"

Adele W.

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Kaitlyn F.


Rogers, MN

$21-23/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I like working with kids because I find them fun! No day is ever the same and I admire there creativity and energy. I enjoy being able to watch kids grow and succeed. I can also learn a lot from them. I'm looking for a job that is enjoyable to be at and makes me feel comfortable. I started working with kids when I was about...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlyn is a gift! I hired her to be a part time babysitter for the occasional weekend and she was consistently available for us. She was always on-time, my daughter adores her, and her ability to engage her with creative activities and genuine interest is truly...

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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: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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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Heidi K.


Hamel, MN

$20-24/hr2 yrs exp

Full-time Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am fun, loving, and compassionate. With over two years of full-time nanny experience. I do well with Children of all ages, and special needs. I love to teach children new things, do crafts, explore outside with them and be active. I want to be able to provide parents with the comfort of having someone trustworthy & reliable...
Heidi can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
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Leann K.


Rogers, MN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

PCA/Nanny

I have 18 years of experience working with children in a classroom setting. I have been with Osseo school district for these 18 years. I am First Aid and CPR certified. I am also a mom to three teenagers. I am currently looking only for summer employment.
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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Dakota T.


Buffalo, MN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi, I'm Dakota! My younger sister was born with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy so I have been helping take care of her since I was 2! I have a cousin who has Downs syndrome and my family also founded an organization in 2010 for girls with special needs, so I've also worked with kids and adults with SMA, cystic fibrosis,...
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Carriena F.


Saint Michael, MN

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Hi I'm Carriena I Am A 22 Year Old Very Experienced Nanny!!!!!

I have 10+years of experience, I've been babysitting since 2014 and have been nannying since 2016. I have experience watching infants-13-year-olds and also children with special needs. I love working with children and doing crafts, games, baking, practicing for sports, playing outside, going to the zoo, museums, local park and...
Carriena can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Hailey B.


Buffalo, MN

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! I am Hailey! I have recently become a certified PCA (Personal Care Assistant) and am interested/wanting to work with kids with special needs! I am young so I do not know everything - but I am willing to sit down and come up with a care plan. I currently work but am looking to be a full time nanny. I babysit when I can and...
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Tayler P.


Loretto, MN

$22-31/hr5 yrs exp

Reliable, energetic and creative caregiver. I am a registered nurse by background. I now work a Monday-Friday clinic job with less patient contact which I have missed. I have many years of experience as a PCA prior to my nursing career. Looking forward to making a difference in the lives of others.
Current RN with 7+ years of experience caring for special needs children, older adults, and adults with variety of different disabilities. Looking for a job with work/life balance after working hectic nurse hours. I'm an active 25-year-old female, fully vaccinated, and have a love for both geriatric and pediatric populations....
Riley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Kaitlyn F.


Rogers, MN

$19-30/hr1 yrs exp

Kaitlyn

Hi! My name is Kaitlyn and I will be 21 in April with a bachelors degree in Psychology. I am planning to start graduate school this summer to then get my LPC and masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My end goal is to become a child therapist who helps children and adolescents navigate through behavioral, emotional, and...
I am a wife and mom of 2 boys. My boys are older and don't need me around all day. Looking for something to keep me busy during the summer. I have been a full-time special education teacher for 27 years. I have worked with kids with learning disabilities, Autism, etc. I am looking for summer employment, and if applicable...
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Nicole F.


Rogers, MN

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

Mostly my experience has been with my 10-year-old cousin with autism. I have babysat her almost her whole life, and I care for her often. I have also job shadowed at an Elementary School learning the care for special needs children.
Hi, my name is Lynne T. and I am a mother of 3 beautiful kids! I was a preschool teacher and skating coach before kids. When my kids were born I decided to stay home with them for 11 years. Once my kids were in school I decided to teach in the elementary schools. Both General Ed and special needs. The last 2 years I decided to...
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Marais S.


Buffalo, MN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Or Babysitter With Over 10 Years Of Experience

I have taken care of children, ages infant to 12 as a nanny and babysitter. Also, I worked in a child care facility with a special needs child.
Marais can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Jordan C.


Buffalo, MN

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Full Time special needs caregiver

Hello ! I am 25 years old and also a mom to an almost 3-year-old little girl who has taught me more about kids than I thought I'd ever know! * I am not looking to bring my daughter with me, she is in daycare full time* A little bit about me! I have been watching kids for a little over 10 years. 7 years professionally...
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Isabelle C.


Hamel, MN

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Creative And Compassionate Care Taker

I am a dedicated and compassionate nanny with over 5 years of experience in providing high-quality care to children of all ages, including newborns and children with special needs. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to travel with families, offering a flexible, adaptable approach to childcare in different...
Isabelle can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Maren P.


Delano, MN

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

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I love kids, animals, and the older population! I have plenty of experience with memory care and special needs. I am PCA/CNA/First Aid/CPR/BLS certified and have also worked with the elderly for quite awhile. I graduated last May with my RN degree. I will be in-between jobs while studying for my NCLEX so it would be nice to have...
Maren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rockford, MN

Kelley N.

5.0

I really can't say enough about Kelley. She follows my instructions to a T, the boys LOVE her, she plays with them, and always keeps it interesting. My boys are special needs and high energy and she does a phenomenal job. 10/10 definitely recommend her!

- Adele W.

Kaitlyn F.

5.0

Kaitlyn dog sat for us when we were out of town for a week and went above and beyond what we asked. Would highly recommend her due to her communication, punctuality and willingness to go above and beyond.

- Katie T.

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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