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Taylor A.


Center City, MN

$18-22/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny

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I have experience with caring for special needs children and teens. Some skills I have include emotional regulation, de-escalation, Reasonable and Prudent Parenting training through the state of Wisconsin, CPR and more. I am well versed in administering medications, doing household chores, and upholding the many expectations...
Taylor can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have babysat children of all ages over the last 10+ years, I have my own transportation and live in Robbinsdale. I also enjoy cooking and helping with homework.
Hi, I'm Brittany! I am 24 years old, and I received my Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in 2022. I have a very giving heart, and I love caring for others. I have experience working with people with mental and physical disabilities as well, so I am comfortable with that. I would be so...
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Lisa R.


Stacy, MN

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lisa and I'm currently 21 years old and live in Stacy MN. I graduated from the forest lake school district in 2017 and was employed as a special education para in a level 3 developmental cognitive disability classroom(DCD) until summer or 2019. Summer of 2019 I worked at a live in special needs camp as a camp...
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Bethany C.


Circle Pines, MN

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Personal Care Assistant

I have been working with children with disabilities since I was 14 years old. I have always loved working with children, and I have a younger sister with a brain disease and I learned from a young age how to care for her. I am comfortable with feeding tubes, physical and occupational therapy practices, medication distribution,...
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Chelsea D.


Stillwater, MN

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Provider

I have worked at a child care program for 3 summers, working with kids preschool age-6th grade, some with special needs. I am an Occupational Therapy Assistant. Prior to that I have more than 10 years of babysitting experience, watching infants to school aged children.
Chelsea can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Candice R.


New Richmond, WI

$19-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Teacher For Individuals With Cognitive And Physical Needs

I am currently a middle school teacher for students with cognitive and physical disabilities. I have 10 years of experience and have also been a caregiver for a boy with autism. I have an Associates degree in Human Services and a Bachelor's degree with a Special Ed. License. I am a mom of 2 and a grandma (Nana) to 3 amazing...
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Kaelyn B.


New Richmond, WI

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Energetic Nanny Looking For A Summer Job!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi - My name is Kaelyn and I'm currently a grad student at UW-River Falls studying to be a pediatric speech-language pathologist. I have over a decade of experience working with kids of all kinds of populations and ages. Ian CPR certified, and specialize working with with special needs care. I have work with kids from infant to...
Kaelyn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Makayla S.


Minneapolis, MN

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

Nursing Student

I am a nursing student at the College of Saint Benedict. I've been working as a nursing assistant at St Cloud Hospital, but taking a break for summer while I'm home to see my family. I would love to provide the specialized care your child needs while I'm home (through August 13th). I have direct experience working with my cousin...
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Mary Jane L.


Saint Paul, MN

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

I have been a Paraprofessional/Para Educator and PCA for 6 years and have worked with special needs kids at an elementary school. Assisted students in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, and achievement. Assisted with behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly...
Mary Jane can also help with: Home modification, companionship, mobility assistance, specialized care, personal care, visiting nurse & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

I have experience with taking care of older ones. I love playing cards, board games, painting, and I love to talk. :) I'm a certified PCA, so I take care of people with special needs. I am open to helping out around the house and running errands.
Madeline can also help with: Dementia, errands, live-in home care, meal prep, home modification, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Jennifer S.


New Richmond, WI

< $10/hr10 yrs exp

In Home Child Care

I have been caring for individuals with disabilities for the last 10 years. I really enjoy helping them in their daily lives. I have assisted individuals with various disabilities in different group home settings and in vocational settings (job coach). I find this work very rewarding and I have a special place in my heart for...
I'd describe my personality as caring, creative, and innovative. I like caring for people with special needs because I like helping people and seeing people grow I'm looking to earn extra income to purchase a home for my daughter and I. In my spare time, I like to be in nature, spend time with my family, create art, and be...
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Ciara M.


Saint Paul, MN

$19-24/hr1 yrs exp

Care Taker

I currently have 2 part-time jobs, and they both are Autistic. I help with morning and night routines, driving them around, and providing actitivities throughout the day with them. I do light cooking and light house work. My main focus is on my clients though.
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Chelsea D.


Stillwater, MN

$10/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Personal Care Assistant

I have worked with children with autism, ADD/ADHD, and Down Syndrome at a child care program. Along with this, I have worked with a variety of special needs children at an internship at a pediatric Occupational therapy clinic. I am very passionate about working with children with special needs and that being the reason why I am...
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Brett O.


Saint Paul, MN

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

I currently work as an in home caregiver for a 14-year-old with autism. Anyone can take care of someone with autism. How you handle meltdowns is the challenge.
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Mary Jane L.


Saint Paul, MN

$27-40/hr10 yrs exp

Paraprofessional/Para Educator And PCA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a paraprofessional/Para Educator and PCA for 6 years and have worked with special needs kids at an elementary school. Assisted students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, and achievement. Assisted with behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a...
Mary Jane can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Virginia M.


Stacy, MN

$19-22/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Care Provider, Housecleaner, And Senior Assistance

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I provided daycare and enjoyed the interaction with children very much. After moving to the Twin Cities area 24 years ago, I became a full-time stay at home mom. I most definitely enjoy children and have an abundance of volunteer experience working with children. I have been a teaching leader for toddlers at a Bible study I have...
Virginia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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Deanna F.


Center City, MN

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hi, My name is Deanna. I was a daycare provider for 7 yrs and also a paraprofessional for our school Dist for 4 yrs. I now take care of a child with Seizure disorder, epilepsy, chromosome deletions, and drystone disorder. I also have experience with ADD, ADHA, and Bipolar. I believe there are not enough care givers to take care...
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Alyssa M.


Stillwater, MN

$20-25/hr

Summer Caregiver Available

I have worked at as a Special Education Assistant at a middle school for the last three and a half months, and during that time have gotten to learn very much about caring for and supporting individuals with special needs. Although I haven't been in this position for very long, I have found that my other experience in childcare...

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