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Laraynah B.

Fun SItter

Big Lake, MN

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I have 5 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I also adore children!
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Patient And Kind Caregiver

Big Lake, MN

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$15/hr
1 year experience
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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Part-Time Caregiver

Big Lake, MN

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$10/hr
10 years experience
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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Big Lake, MN

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$15/hr
2 years experience
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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The Nanny PT

Big Lake, MN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
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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...
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Elk River, MN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have over 10 years of experience working with children and adults with a variety of mental and physical challenges.
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Experienced Certified Nursing Assistant

Becker, MN

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$10/hr
5 years experience
I currently work as a nurse with the Orthopedic department for Allina. My passion is babies and kids so I would love to spend some of my spare time with them!
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Registered Nurse

Elk River, MN

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I'm Jenna and I am a RN for the past 10 years in a hospital setting. I have worked on medical, oncology, neurology and also have some ICU experience. I was a nursing assistant for 6. 5 years prior to getting my RN degree. I also have been a type 1 diabetic for the past 30 years and have a lot of experience managing people...
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Elk River, MN

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$35/hr
10 years experience
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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Experienced Mom And Caregiver

Zimmerman, MN

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
personal care
errands
respite care
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.
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Highly Experienced Nanny/Doula

Elk River, MN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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...
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Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

Zimmerman, MN

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$10/hr
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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Let's Get Outside And Enjoy Nature.

Monticello, MN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
While I am not currently certified, I was a CNA, PCA and have worked in many settings with children to seniors. I have experience with many types of personalities and am comfortable working alongside most types of people. I find joy in connecting in a variety of ways.
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Elk River, MN

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$10/hr
10 years experience
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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Zimmerman, MN

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$13/hr
5 years experience
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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Loving And Caring Care Giver For Your Child.

Elk River, MN

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
travel
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...

Hildegard P. says "She is sweet, kind, responsible and punctual."

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Caring And Responsible Caregiver With Years Of Experience

Elk River, MN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years 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.

Cheryl J. says "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...

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ECSE

Anoka, MN

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
Specializing in early childhood special education with emphasis in behavioral and deaf and hard of hearing.
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Caregiver

Anoka, MN

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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 .

Kathleen I. says "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...

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Carla Z.

She is sweet, kind, responsible and punctual.

- Hildegard P.

Carla Z.

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...

- Cheryl J.

Catherine O.

Cate takes care of our 28 year old highly autistic son as if she is his mother. Cate is attentive, nurturing and compassionate. Our...

- Kathleen I.

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