Care.com logo
Child CareTutoringSenior CarePet CareHousekeeping

Find a job

Find special needs caregivers in Rockford, MN that you’ll love

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

Lizzie S.'s Photo

Lizzie S.


Delano, MN

$16/hr7 yrs exp

See profile

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a reliable, flexible person who has had lots of experience with children. I have nannied over the last 5 summers. My first 4 summers I nannied for a family with 2 children. Last summer I nannied for a family with 4 children. I have been a teacher for 2 years now. I previously taught 2nd grade and am currently...
Lizzie can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Isabelle C.'s Photo

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, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Maren P.'s Photo

Maren P.


Delano, MN

$10-15/hr5 yrs exp

.

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

I have 8 years of nanny experience and recently have become PCA certified. I tutor math during the school year.
Hello! My name is Helena and I am 18 years old. I grew up with a little brother with autism, and have learned to love everything about raising him. I genuinely love and appreciate people with special needs, and it would be my honor to work with yours. Thanks!
Barbara J.'s Photo

Barbara J.


Maple Plain, MN

$10/hr

Fun-loving Experienced PCA Looking For Evening And/or Weekend Hours

*no longer searching for employment I apologize for any inconvenience this has caused. Best of luck!
Hallie D.'s Photo

Hallie D.


Delano, MN

$19-25/hr1 yrs exp

I am a current student at the Free Lutheran Bible College, graduating a two-year program in spring 2021. I have worked for the past year with a 10-year-old girl on the autism spectrum, and have worked previously in childcare. In my work I especially focus on building a relationship with the whole family. I look forward to...
I love caring for all children! I have been lovingly caring for children of all ages over 25 years! My personality is fun, out going and encouraging. I'm extremely dependable! Many of my nanny parents are physicians . More than providing care I always try to create a loving, safe, secure, encouraging environment for every child!...
Sue can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Ellen S.


Saint Michael, MN

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Nursing Assistant / Home Health Aid And CPR Certified

Nursing Assistant / Home Health Aid and CPR Certified for 10 years. I have work with special need and Disable people.

Hannah P.


Buffalo, MN

$23-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hi! I am searching for a part or full time nanny position . I have experience with all ages! I am a stay at home Mom . I have a 3 yr old and 1-year-old . Message me if you have any questions:)
Kori S.'s Photo

Kori S.


Minneapolis, MN

$22/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Kori, I am 21 years old, just relocated from St. Paul to Plymouth. I started nannying/babysitting for multiple family friends around the age of 10, as well has helping to take care of my three younger siblings. I have experience with all ages (Newborn-12yrs), as well as with kids with special needs. I have my own car so...
Kori can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"We had Kori for over a year as a full time nanny for our 4 year old. My daughter absolutely LOVED her! I can't say enough good things about Kori. She was ALWAYS on time, rarely took time time off, did multiple crafts with my daughter, always made outside time a...

Lindsey T.

Ann G.'s Photo

Ann G.


Osseo, MN

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages, body types, and diagnoses residentially, in schools, and at summer camps. I currently hold my PCA certification in the state of Minnesota and was a Medicaid provider in Columbus, Ohio for nine years. I have home health experience and speak very basic ASL! Please...
5.0
"Anny has been our young-adult daughter's caregiver for almost two years. We are so fortunate to have enlisted her services. Anny is an extremely gifted communicator and companion for persons with special needs. Her competence, dependability, devotion,...

Kerry S.

Laura P.'s Photo

Laura P.


Osseo, MN

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I found my passion for caregiving after taking care of three very close friends with cancer. I love taking care of others. I am very organized and a fast learner. I have worked with age ranges from 25-96. I'm fun loving, quirky, and have a great sense of humor. I have since gotten certified as an end of life specialist. I...
Laura can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, hospice services, dementia & more
5.0
"Laura was really wonderful for our family she was totally reliable and did everything we needed her to do."

Frank G.

Daria H.'s Photo

Daria H.


Minneapolis, MN

$16/hr5 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I became a childcare provider because I am passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. I have five years of experience caring for children of all ages, and I am very comfortable enforcing household rules. I have experience working with special needs children and am First Aid trained. I have a car and am...
Daria can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Daria was responsive and punctual for a babysitting role with my young children. She played well with them and I felt safe leaving my son with her while running my daughter to activities. Looking forward to having her back again."

Gina W.

Donna H.'s Photo

Donna H.


Minneapolis, MN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I have been working as a nanny for 20 years. I also am a caregiver. I have cared for children with disabilities as well as with seniors. I also am a pet & house sitter. I live in Plymouth.
5.0
"Donna was very flexible for my short term (2 week) need and I would hire again if I have a need. She was able to adjust to the hours I needed which included a late evening without any difficulty."

Allan P.

Rebecca F.'s Photo

Rebecca F.


Hopkins, MN

$19-22/hr10 yrs exp

Compassion, Experience, And Training

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been told that I have a talent for communicating with and calming special needs persons; I believe that is due to experience and intuition, plus deeply wanting to help those that need it. I have more than 10 years experience working with young people or adults with special needs. I was a PCA in a group home and...
5.0
"Rebecca helped me when I stayed with my son in Minneapolis. She is dependable, trustworthy, great at communicating and coordinating schedules, and a pleasure to be around. I highly recommend her!"

Emily A.

Joshua J.'s Photo

Joshua J.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-40/hr10 yrs exp

Best Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

13 Years Experience Dealing with Special Needs Currently Home care Manager Manage Children and adult special intellectual Disability, From Autism, Cerebral and special disorders. Non-Ambulatory Ambulatory Patients
5.0
"Very experienced and dependable, from a lot caregivers we have hired he is by far the best."

Asamoah J.

Amber O.'s Photo

Amber O.


Osseo, MN

$18-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a county case manager for 9 years, but I prefer direct services. I have been caring for an autistic toddler for 6+ months now. I prefer to be busy, so housekeeping is a plus. I am looking for seasonal work as I have a gardening business in the summer months. I have worked with waivers for many years, and was also an...
Susan M.'s Photo

Susan M.


Minneapolis, MN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

General

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a mature, experienced and fun-loving caregiver who loves to play with, read to and teach kids of all ages. I have experience working in a daycare and as a nanny, as well as in homes. I am smart, honest, caring and a good problem solver. I have a professional background in fundraising also, but most recently, I have been...
5.0
"Susie has been a part-time nanny to our boys (now 5 and 7) for three years. She has built strong relationships with them both - my 5 yo put her first on the list of who he wanted to invite to his birthday party! She always treats them with patience and respect,...

Care member

Breana L.'s Photo

Breana L.


Anoka, MN

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Caring Nanny/Babysitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I adore children of all ages, however, I have a special love for infants and toddlers. I had a nannying job for twin infants that I was been with for 14 months so I have experience with multiples. I prefer interacting with children (completing learning-based projects, outdoor playing, etc.) rather than having them watch...
Breana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Breana has been with our family for the past 15 months. She has taken care of our twins since they were 1 month old, starting with a few hours a week to eventually coming everyday. She truly has taken wonderful care of our babies. They love her dearly. Everyday...

Stacy L.

Showing 21 - 40 of 60

Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rockford, MN

Kori S.

5.0

We had Kori for over a year as a full time nanny for our 4 year old. My daughter absolutely LOVED her! I can't say enough good things about Kori. She was ALWAYS on time, rarely took time time off, did multiple crafts with my daughter, always made outside time a priority, was good with our animals...

- Lindsey T.

Ann G.

5.0

Anny has been our young-adult daughter's caregiver for almost two years. We are so fortunate to have enlisted her services. Anny is an extremely gifted communicator and companion for persons with special needs. Her competence, dependability, devotion, intelligence, patience, poise, compassion,...

- Kerry S.

Laura P.

5.0

We found Laura about 1 year ago and our entire family is so grateful to have her around. Here is an incomplete list of reasons we love working with Laura: she's a straight-shooter, kind, qualified, honest, hard-working, funny, thoughtful, patient, reliable, and proactive. I highly suggest you talk...

- Michael M.

Daria H.

5.0

Daria was responsive and punctual for a babysitting role with my young children. She played well with them and I felt safe leaving my son with her while running my daughter to activities. Looking forward to having her back again.

- Gina W.

Donna H.

5.0

I have hired Donna four times in the last two years to care for my cat, Figaro, in my home. Figaro is a six-year old male. Each day when I am out of town Donna puts out a measured amount of food for Figaro and removes the droppings from his litter box. The duration of my out of town trips has ranged...

- Jerry S.

Additional Special Needs Caregiver Services

Special Needs in Loretto, MNSpecial Needs in Saint Michael, MNSpecial Needs in Delano, MNSpecial Needs in Maple Plain, MNSpecial Needs in Hamel, MNSpecial Needs in Buffalo, MNSpecial Needs in Rogers, MNSpecial Needs in Montrose, MNSpecial Needs in Albertville, MNSpecial Needs in Mound, MN
Special Needs in Shakopee, MNSpecial Needs in Melrose, MNSpecial Needs in Clearwater, MNSpecial Needs in Brook Park, MNSpecial Needs in Spicer, MNSpecial Needs in Cold Spring, MNSpecial Needs in Henderson, MNSpecial Needs in Prior Lake, MNSpecial Needs in New Richmond, WISpecial Needs in Isanti, MN
Show more

Special Needs Caregiver Articles

What are the best pets for kids? Experts weigh in

March 10th, 2025

In this article

... Read more
10 undeniable benefits of hiring a night nanny

10 undeniable benefits of hiring a night nanny

March 6th, 2025 Out of all the challenges that accompany bringing a new baby into the world, lack of sleep — and the fear that precedes it — consistently tops the list for ... Read more