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Kira Z.


Chaska, MN

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

Occasional Babysitter Available

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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: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Georgette C.


Chaska, MN

$10-15/hr10 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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Hannah V.


Chaska, MN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Looking For Part-time Job

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am currently going back to school to finish my RN. I have previously worked as a medical assistant in a family practice/pediatrics clinic. While in college previously I was a nanny. I started babysitting for my teachers at the age of 12. I love children and have a strong passion for helping others. My mom ran a daycare out of...
Skills:

CNA

First Aid

CPR

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Emilia J.


Excelsior, MN

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

This year I worked in the DCD room at Minnetonka High School. I also PCA for many kids in our classroom too. I feel at ease working with kids of any ability and making them not only feel safe but identify strengths in order to build skills to be independent.
I have been a nanny/caregiver since 1998, and I have also been baby-sitting since I was 10 years old. You could say that I have had a career in child care and care giving. I also have experience working with the senior population and populations with special needs. I have had a lot of experience working with different families...
Hollie can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Kate H.


Chaska, MN

$10-20/hr

Special Needs Provider

Working with those who have special needs is a desire that I have recently discovered within myself. In my teaching experiences, I find myself repeatedly drawn to the children and students who have special needs, knowing that they need love, understanding, and someone to see them as more than their physical disability.

Catherine H.


Chaska, MN

$10-20/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have had experience with special needs throughout my life. During my college years, I worked in a nursing home for seniors with mental disabilities. I have a nephew with special needs, and have had experience with friends who children have special needs. Currently, I work in a staffing department of a home health company. We...
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Kelly D.


Hopkins, MN

$22-32/hr6 yrs exp

Summer Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello all! My name is Kelly, and I am looking for a part-time or full-time nanny job for this summer! My start and end dates are flexible, as well as daily start and end times. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and would love to be with kids who are the same. I have experience and enjoy working with all ages, but am best...
Kelly can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"As first-time parents, we are so happy we hired Kelly. She has been a great help to us and our 6-month-old. She has been wonderful with presenting our son with different stimuli -- toys, playing outside, going for walks, some sign language etc. She adapted quickly...

Kara D.

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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.

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Lixin Z.


Minneapolis, MN

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working/taking care of people. I have been working as a Certified Medical Assistant in internal medicine for 17years. My clinical experience could help with making clinical decisions if needed. I have also been working as a CNA/HHA/PCA in assisted living/memory care or the last 18 years. The home care skills could help...
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Janet H.


Hopkins, MN

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter and Teacher Available Part and Full-Time

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working with children and I have a lot of experience working with children in a variety of settings. My experience includes being a sitter/nanny as well as, a classroom teacher. Currently I am a substitute teacher in Minneapolis and will finish for the year on June 11. I have experience working with children with special...
Janet can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Janet has a special way with children and pets. They always feel comfortable and at ease with her. She is dependable, responsible and a lot of fun. She house sat for me for weeks at a time for my dogs, cats, plants, etc. and everything was ship shape upon our...

Karen H.

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Katherine F.


Minneapolis, MN

$19-28/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Babysitter And Smile Creator

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have many years of experience and would love to help out with your children! I am a very reliable, responsible, bubbly and fun person who loves kids! I have a special needs sister who I care for a lot and absolutely love it. I have over 10 years of experience and am a NICU nurse. I can help with Light Housekeeping and...
Katherine can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Loved working with Katherine! Showed up on time and ready to go. My children adored her, and my dog did too!"

Tori K.

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Kori S.


Minneapolis, MN

$22/hr10 yrs exp

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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Michelle F.


Rockford, MN

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

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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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: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

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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Natalie G.


Eden Prairie, MN

$15-18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 6 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, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Really appreciated Natalie watching our son. She arrived right on time, and he seemed to warm up to her immediately. We would definitely hire her again!"

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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.

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Lixin Z.


Minneapolis, MN

$51/hr10 yrs exp

Part -time Home Care

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I enjoy working/ taking care of people. I have been working as a full time Certified Medical Assistant in the clinic for the last 17 years to present. My clinical experience could help with making clinical decision If needed. I am also working as a CNA/HHA/PCA in the assistant living /memory care/group home for the last 18...
Lixin can also help with: Hospice services, visiting nurse, personal care, respite care, dementia, home modification & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Lee is a very nice person and very knowledgeable about caring for my husband. We both enjoyed having her help and would hire her again if needed"

Linda Z.

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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Waconia, MN

Kelly D.

5.0

As first-time parents, we are so happy we hired Kelly. She has been a great help to us and our 6-month-old. She has been wonderful with presenting our son with different stimuli -- toys, playing outside, going for walks, some sign language etc. She adapted quickly to our routine and tools we use....

- Kara D.

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.

Janet H.

5.0

Janet has a special way with children and pets. They always feel comfortable and at ease with her. She is dependable, responsible and a lot of fun. She house sat for me for weeks at a time for my dogs, cats, plants, etc. and everything was ship shape upon our return. She is our favorite house...

- Karen H.

Katherine F.

5.0

Loved working with Katherine! Showed up on time and ready to go. My children adored her, and my dog did too!

- Tori K.

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.

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