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Courtney D.


Zimmerman, MN

$10-15/hr

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

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I have four years of experience working with individuals with special needs. I have primarily worked with individuals that range in ages from 7 to 72. I firmly believe in helping individuals be as independent as they can be. I have a passion for assisting individuals in learning new things, as well as adapting anything to help...
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Kylie J.


Zimmerman, MN

$13-18/hr • 5 yrs exp

I have worked with children with disabilities in a variety of settings. I am in graduate school for speech pathology and have a passion for helping children learn how to communicate their needs effectively.
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Alaya H.


Zimmerman, MN

$25-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced Mom And Caregiver

I am a homeschooling mom and a very experienced caregiver. I am trained in working with all types of kids and adults. I am from a big family with many different special needs and been trained in trauma based caregiving.
Alaya can also help with: Light cleaning, respite care, meal prep, errands, personal care
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Carla Z.


Elk River, MN

$28-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Loving And Caring Care Giver For Your Child.

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have two university degrees, as a nurse that gave me the opportunity to work in the nursery, emergency room and I was working in Florida as a medical assistant for 2 years, I have a university degree as a teacher with a specialization in preschool, children between 2 and 9 years, work as a , teacher for 18 years. In the United...
Carla can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is sweet, kind, responsible and punctual."

Hildegard P.

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Carla Z.


Elk River, MN

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Caregiver With Years Of Experience

Many years of nursing, teaching, and care giving. Experience caring for children and adults with seizure disorders, spina bifida, Down Syndrome, cancer, and Huntington's Disease. Able to perform cauterization, and give injections.
5.0
"I have known Carla for approximately 8 years. Carla is the grandmother of eight children that are part of two families that I know very well. She is always loving, kind and fun with them while also coaching them to follow family rules and behave appropriately. I've...

Cheryl J.

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Jodi K.


Big Lake, MN

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am actually a Physical Therapist for over 28 years and I was an independent contractor with my own business. Covid changed my business and I am seeking a fun career change for supplemental income. I managed to have 3 boys in 18 months that included preemie twins. I am comfortable with kids of all ages and with special needs. I...
Jodi can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Jace K.


Elk River, MN

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have over 10 years of experience working with children and adults with a variety of mental and physical challenges.
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Charlene Z.


Elk River, MN

$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Charlene, a Registered Nurse with 27 years of experience providing compassionate and professional care. I specialize in various services, including: ~Respite Care: Short-term relief for primary caregivers for all ages. ~Post-Surgical Care: Expert care following surgery for a smooth recovery. ~Wound Care:...
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Leann H.


Elk River, MN

$20-32/hr • 10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced Nanny/Doula

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Leann and I have over 20 years of experience in childcare. I have worked with children of all ages, including special needs children and in an inpatient psychiatric facility for children. I have specialized in twins, triplets and premature babies as a nanny, am educated in lactation education and was certified as...
Leann can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Cami M.


Big Lake, MN

$15-20/hr • 1 yrs exp

Patient And Kind Caregiver

I am looking for a couple clients to provide care for . I have prior experience providing care for an elderly woman as well as children with behavioral issues . I am very down to earth and easy to get along with , I am up for any challenge you throw at me !
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Kim R.


Big Lake, MN

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

I have worked with elementary aged children to adults with physical and developmental disabilities. I have extensive experience with ASD and behavior prevention and management.
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Kenneth M.


Elk River, MN

$45-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

Health And Wellness Practitioner

Hi, I retired back in 2016 and spent time traveling the world and training in different alternative healing modalities. I love the outdoors and keeping active. I'm an empty nester and don't have any grandchildren yet. I realize children are individuals. You set the house rules and I follow - it't that simple. Light cleaning...
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Laraynah B.


Big Lake, MN

$16/hr • 3 yrs exp

Fun SItter

I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I also adore children!
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Leah M.


Big Lake, MN

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

My name is Leah! I have over 7 years caring children, but most recently have been working as Behavior Technician at a center for children with autism and related disorders. As a new mom to my 3-month-old daughter, I am now looking for something that will provide me a bit more flexibility to be able to spend more time with my...
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Jackie B.


Elk River, MN

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have worked with children with special needs for about 20 years. I did family daycare. I started in the early 90s and have continued doing PCA work. I have recently been a nanny for a family of 3 kids for about 3 years but now, I need more of a full-time job.
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Catherine O.


Anoka, MN

$30-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

My ability to consistently give the best possible service resulted in requests from clients for me to be their main caregiver for people with special needs. With different types of ages. Able to assess situations and implement actions to resolve problems .
5.0
"Catherine is part of our care team now. She is responsive, dependable, compassionate, and catches on really quickly! We hope to keep her on an ongoing basis!"

Sue S.

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Breana L.


Anoka, MN

$20-50/hr • 3 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: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Specializing in early childhood special education with emphasis in behavioral and deaf and hard of hearing.
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Kaitlyn F.


Rogers, MN

$21-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I like working with kids because I find them fun! No day is ever the same and I admire there creativity and energy. I enjoy being able to watch kids grow and succeed. I can also learn a lot from them. I'm looking for a job that is enjoyable to be at and makes me feel comfortable. I started working with kids when I was about...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Great communicator and our kids loved her"

Care member

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Carriena F.


Saint Michael, MN

$25/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hi I'm Carriena I Am A 22 Year Old Very Experienced Nanny!!!!!

I have 10+years of experience, I've been babysitting since 2014 and have been nannying since 2016. I have experience watching infants-13-year-olds and also children with special needs. I love working with children and doing crafts, games, baking, practicing for sports, playing outside, going to the zoo, museums, local park and...
Carriena can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She was so good to the kids and put them at ease! She also picked up after kids and went above and beyond to make sure the house was tidy!! Great attitude!! I'd hire her again in an instant."

Marissa Q.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Zimmerman, MN

Carla Z.

5.0

She is sweet, kind, responsible and punctual.

- Hildegard P.

Carla Z.

5.0

I have known Carla for approximately 8 years. Carla is the grandmother of eight children that are part of two families that I know very well. She is always loving, kind and fun with them while also coaching them to follow family rules and behave appropriately. I've also employed Carla to care for my...

- Cheryl J.

Catherine O.

5.0

Cate takes care of our 28 year old highly autistic son as if she is his mother. Cate is attentive, nurturing and compassionate. Our son is a 28-year-old individual who, due to his unique needs, requires assistance similar to that of a young child. He relies on caregivers for essential daily...

- Kathleen I.

Breana L.

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 she comes into the house with a...

- Stacy L.

Kaitlyn F.

5.0

Great communicator and our kids loved her

- Care member

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