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171 special needs caregivers are listed in Saint Paul, MN

The average posted rate is $18/hr as of March 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years

Special needs caregivers in Saint Paul, MN

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Noelle C.


Saint Paul, MN

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Registered CNA/TMA. Looking For Part-time Hours / Flexible Schedule

4.8

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a CNA, HHA/PCA and TMA. I have a cleared background check from the MN Department of Human Services. CPR/AED certified. I have over 20 years of experience working with special need children and adults, I have cared for children, teens and adults on all levels of the Autism spectrum and experienced in handling...
5.0
"We are DELIGHTED to have Noelle on board as one of our child's Personal Care Assistants. Noelle is kind, intuitive, confident, punctual, and an excellent communicator! I recommend her without reservation."

Clare G.

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Mary V.


Saint Paul, MN

$20-27/hr10 yrs exp

MaggieMae

Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I have cared for special needs newborns just starting life to caring for my patients in Hospice at the end of their life. I have over 25 years of experience caring for the most vulnerable. I guarantee empathy and the most dignified care.
5.0
"Mary is likely the most caring, competent provider and person I have ever met. She takes the extra time and effort to make sure you are comfortable and is very knowledgeable about lots of medical/health related issues. She also is super fun to be around. Mary...

Katie H.

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Kalley E.


Saint Paul, MN

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun And Reliable Caregiver!

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced and dedicated caregiver with 12+ years of care experience, including special needs care. I started in 2009 as a caregiver for a newborn and grew into a trusted support for many amazing families. Over the years, I have broadened my caregiving approach to include those with special needs, fostering a...
5.0
"Kalley is an excellent caregiver - responsible, caring, intuitive, communicative, flexible, steady. She swiftly bonded with my 7-year old child (with medical and behavioral complexities) and 4-year old child."

Clare G.

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Janelle J.


Saint Paul, MN

$22-28/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver/ Nanny

What could be better or more rewarding than working with kids! Here's a little about my background: I have been working as a nanny for 2+ years, and have over 15 years of experience as a pediatric/developmental Occupational Therapy clinician, working with children from infancy through their teens, and includes private practice,...
5.0
"Janelle was our child's nanny from 15 weeks to 18 months, and we couldn't have been happier with her work. During her time with us, Janelle was incredibly mindful and focused on our child's needs. She was always intentional about spending time on activities...

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Paige L.


Saint Paul, MN

$26-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Responsible, And Patient Caregiver!

4.2

(12)

Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Paige! With over 16 years of childcare experience, including full-time nannying for children from 2 months to 11 years, I'm passionate about creating fun, safe, and nurturing environments for kids. I've worked with children of all ages, including multiples, special needs and premature infants, and love helping kids grow...
Paige can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We are very impressed with her ability to care for our four children. Paige kept all my children busy with age appropriate activities. We are excited for Paige to come babysit again! We also appreciate that Paige went above and beyond by cleaning and organizing the...

Ava L.

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Huda A.


Saint Paul, MN

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hey, my name is Huda. I am 32 years old. I have experience working with kids since I was 16. I love everything about children and the main reason I love working with them because they bring happiness and positivity in my life! I am very efficient, friendly, dependable and punctual. I have experience with kids of all ages and...
Huda can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
5.0
"Huda has been watching our two 3-year-olds two days a week for almost six months now. I can tell she cares very much about them and is attentive to their needs. My kids get excited when they know she is coming over to play. Huda has been honest, flexible, and a...

Brittany B.

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Cheyanne B.


Saint Paul, MN

$17-25/hr14 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with 14 years in the field, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. My calm and friendly demeanor, along with my strong communication skills, allows me to effectively connect with both children and parents. I ensure parents...
Cheyanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Cheyanne is the best auntie to my daughter! She watches her when I need to go out and about and I always know and trust that she will be safe, loved, and having fun with Cheyanne. If you're looking for a fun-loving, dependable, and all around awesome caretaker.....

Allyson B.

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Ashley R.


Saint Paul, MN

$26/hr7 yrs exp

Full-time/part-time Babysitter

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I started babysitting about 7 years ago. I have experience working with children from ages 1-10 years old. On top of babysitting, I was a teachers assistant where I learned how to work with children with special needs. I have helped some of the children with their Spanish, writing, and reading skills. I know basic ASL terms and...
Ashley can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Ashley cared for my 2.5 year old and he adored her! She was on-time, very friendly and I felt like my child was in excellent hands. I would hire Ashley again!"

Hayley S.

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Greta E.


Saint Paul, MN

$26/hr8 yrs exp

Open To Part-time Or One-time Childcare, Pet Care And Housesitting!

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Greta! I'm a recent Macalester College graduate living in St Paul, available for childcare, pet care, or housesitting. I've described some of my experience below, but feel free to reach out with any questions :) Raised by a preschool teacher, I have been working with kids almost my life. In high school, I...
Greta can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Greta was wonderful! My kids loved hanging with her!"

Jennifer D.

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Kimberly B.


Saint Paul, MN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

A Little About Me!

Hi there! I am a mom of 4 adult children as well as 'Nama 'and Bonus mom/grandma to many. Over 35 years in Childcare/Caregiver experiences, to owning my own, park and rec, shelters and Childcare Coordinator. I have worked with many ages from Infant to Seniors. I have my Associates Degree in Child Development. I am also certified...
Kimberly can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"I may be a little prejudice in this review as I am Kim's fiance but in the 10 years we have been together I have never met another mom as dedicated to the children she works for and her own as well as my daughter! She is overjoyed that Her own daughter is now...

Juan Z.

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Bethel M.


Saint Paul, MN

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Bethel..

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents and caregivers! I'm Bethel. I'm 19 years old, and have a passion for little ones! I have multiple years of experience in babysitting, nannying, and caring for persons with special needs. I'd love to fill your families life with fun, creativity, and assistance in daily home life and child care.
Bethel can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"she's such a helpful loving girl, she has so much potential and I can't wait to have her help us out again."

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Courtney R.


Saint Paul, MN

$26/hr7 yrs exp

Patient, Loving, Experienced Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Courtney and I am 27 years young. I have a laid-back personality with an immense amount of love and patience for all kiddos. I have been a nanny since 2016 and I've had the blessing of meeting and working with 3 different families from care. com! My experience includes ages newborn to teenager and special...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We are privileged to employ Courtney as our nanny. Courtney has been a reliable, flexible, fun, loving, and hard working nanny for our family and son since he was 1 year old. Courtney has a natural ability to understanding my sons needs and abilities of children in...

Meg U.

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Kalley E.


Saint Paul, MN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

High Energy & Activity Driven Caregiver!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced and dedicated caregiver with 12+ years of childcare experience, including special needs care. I started in 2009 as a caregiver for a newborn and grew into a trusted support for many amazing families. Over the years, I have broadened my caregiving approach to include those with special needs, fostering a...
Kalley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Kate C.


Saint Paul, MN

$25-50/hr9 yrs exp

Very Occasionally Available Licensed RN (previous Full-time Nanny)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Kate! I love hiking, camping, and anything music-related (choir + several instruments). I am the oldest of 6 kids including twins, and have about 9 years of childcare experience covering all ages. I'm understanding, creative, observant, and really enjoy making connections with the kids I've gotten to hang out with Special...
Kate can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kate has a wonderfully calming presence when she is in our home. She is kind and engaging with our kids and a great communicator with us all. I fully trust her with both our toddler and baby, she is very self assured yet asks great questions when needed. I'm so...

Gaal L.

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Cheryl K.


Saint Paul, MN

$25/hr10 yrs exp

The Care I Give Is Customized To Your Needs. I Do Because I Care.

I have done private pay home health care for more than 14 yrs. With a wide range of experience. People with Dementia/Alzheimer's, TBI, various cancers, ostomy's, Parkinson's/Ataxia, CHF, stroke and more. Comfortable with DC, med set up, showering, various lifts. Go between for patient and MD. I have helped family members...
Cheryl can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, companionship, home modification, light cleaning, errands & more
4.0
"Cheryl has a very upbeat attitude and works hard to connect with her patient. What I found most valuable during her time providing care to my beloved was her practical approach to issues. All too often it felt like the visiting medical staff was providing advice...

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Ann S.


Saint Paul, MN

$18-23/hr8 yrs exp

Loving And Supportive Special Needs Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there my name is Ann. Thank you for taking the time to read and consider my profile, I really appreciate it. I so enjoy assisting those with special needs, as it provides me the opportunity to use my God-given skills and abilities. I have served as a middle school handicapped student aide, within a special needs classroom. I...
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Juliana S.


Saint Paul, MN

$15-20/hr5 yrs exp

Full-time Special needs child caregiver

I have been working with people with special needs since 2009 until now. I am working part-time now but I would like to work full time. I am a student at Minneapolis community and technical college and I am studying to become a dental hygiene. helping people to reach their goal everyday is a part of my life now. I have worked in...
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Kimberly B.


Saint Paul, MN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

Hi there! My name is Kim. I am a mom of 3 adult children as well as soon to be first time grandma with over 30 years in childcare/caregiver experiences. I have worked with many ages from infant to seniors. I have a degree in Child Development. I am certified in First Aid, CPR and SIDS as well as a certified PCA. I also have 60...
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Kristen D.


Saint Paul, MN

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

I am available part-time or full-time. I have some experience working with children with special needs through the years. I worked for an agency years ago and they placed me with a family for a summer and the boy was 10 years old and had multiple needs. I have worked with other families as well, on occasional sitting.
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Laura K.


Saint Paul, MN

$23/hr8 yrs exp

Summer Nanny Experienced With Multiple Special Needs.

During the school year, I work as a special education paraprofessional in a local elementary school, and have done so for the past 8 years. I have cared for children with various developmental, intellectual, behavioral, physical, and academic needs. I also have experience with childcare in general. I am looking for a part-time...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Saint Paul, MN

Noelle C.

5.0

Noelle has a kind, gentle energy that my girls really respond to. She is always on time and is flexible if we need her earlier or later on certain days. I highly recommend her as a PCA, respite provider, or in any care capacity.

- Molly Z.

Mary V.

5.0

Mary is likely the most caring, competent provider and person I have ever met. She takes the extra time and effort to make sure you are comfortable and is very knowledgeable about lots of medical/health related issues. She also is super fun to be around. Mary will help you anyway she can, just...

- Katie H.

Kalley E.

5.0

Kalley is an absolutely incredible caregiver. I cannot recommend her enough. She is creative, outgoing and responsible. In her time with our family she handled multiple medical and behavioral emergencies with ease and grace. She has truly set the standard for the type of caregiver we want in our...

- Courtney K.

Janelle J.

5.0

Janelle was our child's nanny from 15 weeks to 18 months, and we couldn't have been happier with her work. During her time with us, Janelle was incredibly mindful and focused on our child's needs. She was always intentional about spending time on activities appropriate for his age and ensuring that...

- Care member

Paige L.

5.0

Very warm and gentle with my little ones!! Paige keeps my kids off of the TV / iPad and keeps them busy with activities. She always brings science/art projects over to do with my older kids and they love it. I love that she always makes sure my kids clean up after themselves! I appreciate that she...

- Michelle A.

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Ratings for Saint Paul, MN special needs caregivers listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.7 / 5

Special Needs Caregivers in Saint Paul, MN are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 51 reviews of the 171 listed special needs caregivers.