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Alexa M.


Shakopee, MN

$20-30/hr

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Hello, my name is Alexa. I have a lot of experience working with kids. I started babysitting at the young age of 12 as I grew up with two younger sisters and babysat for the neighbor kiddos. I have worked at several day cares and helped out at my moms daycare as well. I have nannied for my step brothers a few summers when I was...
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Brittany G.


Shakopee, MN

$30-31/hr • 10 yrs exp

15 years of experience working in healthcare, with people of ages. 1 year experience as an LPN in a high skilled nursing group home. CPR CERTIFIED
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Katie S.


Shakopee, MN

$10-15/hr • 4 yrs exp

Trained And Educated To Help Others!

Hi I'm Katie! I am 19 years old working in special needs adult foster care and children caregiver services! I have passion for helping others with the best quality care that I can! -Non-smoker -Have license and own transportation -Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and First Aid Certified. -Cat and Dog CPR...
Katie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Keyera P.


Shakopee, MN

$20-50/hr • 9 yrs exp

Nanny/PCA

I am currently working (5+ years) as a PCA for a child with special needs who is 12 years old. Prior to this position I worked full time (45+hrs/week) as a nanny for a toddler boy. I worked with that family for 2. 5 years. Before that position I was a nanny for twin b/g 4yr olds and one 6 yr old boy. I was with that family for...
Keyera can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Ashley C.


Shakopee, MN

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 10+ years of experience caring for children. I was a shared nanny for 2 families (totaling 5 children with two having special needs). I also have professional experience, I was the toddler teacher at KinderCare learning Center. Although, I was the lead toddler (16-24 montages) I have experience in every classroom ranging...
Ashley can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Christa C.


Shakopee, MN

$25-35/hr • 10 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: Live-in home care, meal prep, dementia, errands, light cleaning, hospice services & more
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Emily V.


Savage, MN

$14-18/hr • 5 yrs exp

5.0

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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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning & 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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Cindy C.


Chaska, MN

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider Seeks Family

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings! I am a senior caregiver, preferably overnights I have 10 years experience as a professional caregiver. My services include: hygiene , mobility assistance, medication preparation, and night time comfort and care. My background is full-time ministry , thus I consider senior care as an extension of my vocation. I...
5.0
"I volunteered to write this recommendation for Cindy because I am very grateful for her contributions to our family. Cindy offered her services as a personal care provider for my dad for several years. Dad was able to live a very rich and full life with our family...

Rosemarie K.

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Doreen B.


Chanhassen, MN

$40-50/hr

Special Needs Helper

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I will ensure your loved one is cared for fully. I have four children in which are grown adults and I often get comments on how well behaved and what great young adults they are. I would love to continue to help out and give my love and attention to other children. I had a cousin with Down syndrome and she actually graduated...
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Natalie G.


Eden Prairie, MN

$15-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, my passion lies in fostering the growth and development of children. With over a decade of experience, I'm skilled in caring for children of all ages, from infants to preteens. My patient and creative nature allows me to engage children in a variety of activities that promote...
Natalie can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"What I liked about Natalie is that she helped my son pronounce words better, as he was pointing out touching stuff around the house"

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Sydney B.


Jordan, MN

$20/hr • 1 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring, flexible I like working with kids because I like to see them grow, and there fun to be around. I started working with kids when I was 18 and worked with a special needs kid and really enjoyed it. In my spare time, I like to walk outside in nature, sometimes work on cars with...
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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Sydney S.


Eden Prairie, MN

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I live in the Eden Prairie area. I recently graduated with a degree in social work. I start grad school in the fall for social work specializing in clinical mental health. I have lots of experience working with children. While I was in high school I babysat the kids at my church while the parents went to bible study...
Sydney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Georgette C.


Chaska, MN

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny & Personal Care Attendant (PCA)

I have been working with children & adults of all kinds of backgrounds & needs. I have been in the child care & personal care attendant (PCA) field for 14 years, & I love it!! I am very passionate about helping individuals who can't help themselves, I feels it's a blessing & it's the right thing to do.
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William J.


Chanhassen, MN

$25-32/hr

Seeking PCA Work

Previously I worked at a summer camp for individuals with disabilities. I worked with adults and children with conditions including ASD and physical disabilities. I assisted in a team setting with personal cares, companionship, and recreation. After years pursuing a graduate degree in Biomedical Engineering, I am interested in...
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Sophia R.


Eden Prairie, MN

$20-25/hr

Creative, Fun Caregiver With Experience In Supporting Individualized Needs

I have 10+ years of experience in caring for children. I began babysitting in middle school and nannying in high school and have gained additional skills in caring for children with a variety of special needs. I worked at a behavioral clinic for children 4-10 with Autism for 2 years and would love to use my experience to...
Sophia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Angelica H.


Eden Prairie, MN

$15-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello! My name is Angelica, but my family and friends call me Anna. I grew up babysitting family friends and neighborhood families, and also babysitting my nieces and nephews! I also taught special education summer school so I have experience / a passion for working with children with special needs. I love kids, and am a gentle,...
Angelica can also help with: Travel
I am currently an Occupational therapy student at the University of Missouri. I will be graduating in May 2021 with my Master's degree. I have experience working with a variety of disabilities across the life span. I am interested in learning more about you! I look forward to hearing back from you!
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Amy Z.


Chaska, MN

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Miss Amy Or Mimi Z., I Respond To Either One!

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I've certainly been blessed to be a special part of as many families as I have over time! I've cared for families with as many as 5 children, blended families, for a family that liked to have a nanny travel with them, for children with special needs, for those with 'days old' infants, to teens old enough to drive. Watching the...
Amy can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Elyse J.


Chaska, MN

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

With 35 years of dedicated nursing experience, I have established a remarkable career focused on supporting clients with disabilities. My journey is characterized by a profound commitment to patient care, advocacy, and empowerment. I have a passion for working with individuals facing various disabilities. I have expertise in...
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Kira Z.


Chaska, MN

$10-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitter Available

My name is Kira and I am going to be a senior at the University of Missouri this fall. I am also a member of the University Swim and Dive team. I have been caring for young children for 10 years. This began with helping my neighbor with kids ages 0-5 when she needed to get things done around the house. She was supervising me...
Kira can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Shakopee, 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.

Cindy C.

5.0

Cindy has been a friend for many years. I have always known her to be dependable, trustworthy and an all over great person. She is outgoing, friendly and has a real gift with people. I have an 87 year old mom that Cindy is going to work with and I am excited for my mom to have Cindy in her life. I...

- Linda S.

Natalie G.

5.0

What I liked about Natalie is that she helped my son pronounce words better, as he was pointing out touching stuff around the house

- Care member

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