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Breana L.

Caring Nanny/Babysitter

Anoka, MN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
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...

Stacy L. says "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...

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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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Babysitter/PCA/Nanny

Buffalo, MN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! I'm Dakota, I'm 26 years old, and I graduated from Minnesota State University in Mankato with a bachelor's degree in Management. I spent the last 7 years working as a DSP and Location Coordinator at a group home for adults with disabilities, and multiple PCA jobs in my spare time. I've worked with kids and adults anywhere...

Stephanie S. says "Dakota is fantastic with kids! My house was always clean and the kids were sad when she had to leave. Dakota kept the kids engaged in several projects....

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Patient Special Needs Caregiver

Buffalo, MN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I love caring for children with special needs! I love helping them learn life skills, independence, and meeting their goals! I've done some pca work and I have a lot of experience with multiple types of conditions that require extra care. I only work with children currently and absolutely love it!

Adele W. says "I really can't say enough about Kelley. She follows my instructions to a T, the boys LOVE her, she plays with them, and always keeps it interesting. My...

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Buffalo, MN

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have 8 years of experience. I have been a nanny for 6 years, I have worked in a few daycares, I did ABA therapy for kids with autism, and a PCA for a girl with special needs! My most recent nanny family has 4 kids that I watched for 2. 5 years! The ages were 2, 4, 7, and 8! I am very patient and understanding, I love forming...

Danielle D. says "We absolutely love Taylor. She was always willing to go above and beyond for us. We have her babysit here and there still. Kindergarten came and we...

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Buffalo, MN

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
1 year experience
Hello! I am Hailey! I have recently become a certified PCA (Personal Care Assistant) and am interested/wanting to work with kids with special needs! I am young so I do not know everything - but I am willing to sit down and come up with a care plan. I currently work but am looking to be a full time nanny. I babysit when I can and...
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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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Anoka, MN

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for! As a patient and creative caregiver, I bring a year of experience working with children aged 4 and up. This time was spent being the Art Education Professional at the Boys and Girls Club. In addition to my time working with children I have spent the last 2. 5...
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Kaitlyn

Rogers, MN

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$19/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Kaitlyn and I will be 21 in April with a bachelors degree in Psychology. I am planning to start graduate school this summer to then get my LPC and masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. My end goal is to become a child therapist who helps children and adolescents navigate through behavioral, emotional, and...
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You're In Good Hands

Anoka, MN

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$22/hr
4 years experience
I'm in my mid 30's, recently moved back to my hometown of Minnesota from Arizona to help my parents into retirement. I have worked in a group home setting for almost 4 years, both as a manager and a provider. I've worked with people all over the spectrum of both physical and mental disabilities: full body paralysis and wheel...
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Dayton, MN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm a Licensed Practical Nurse with more than 15 years of experience, currently working at an elementary school during the school year. With summers off, I'm looking to connect with families who need dependable childcare. In addition to working with children daily in a school setting, I have experience providing one-on-one...
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Saint Michael, MN

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Hi, my name is Lynne T. and I am a mother of 3 beautiful kids! I was a preschool teacher and skating coach before kids. When my kids were born I decided to stay home with them for 11 years. Once my kids were in school I decided to teach in the elementary schools. Both General Ed and special needs. The last 2 years I decided to...
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Looking For Part Time/Full Time Work

Anoka, MN

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I'm a 48-year-old mother of 4 daughters. I have 10+ years of experience with premature infants to toddlers. I have a degree in practical nursing but do not currently practice due to my choice. I provided childcare for premature infants in my home for the past 8 years. I worked in pediatric nursing before that. I enjoy watching...
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Rogers, MN

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$21/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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...
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Anoka, MN

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm an educator who's worked in the schools for 20 years. currently, I'm currently working in a Level IV setting with high school students. I've spent time in West Africa studying for the University of Minnesota, which has given me the skills necessary to work with children and adults of all ages in an urban and suburban...
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Anoka, MN

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been professionally working in child care for 2 years but have helped run a daycare for 4. Im great with kids and have a lot of experience with special needs children as well.
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Attentive Caregiver

Saint Francis, MN

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$18/hr
10 years experience
Have 20 plus years of working with teens to seniors. Assisting with DLS, to teaching job skills. As well as ensuring comfort and care of the elderly. Have experience with many different mental health diagnosis of the young and aged population. Looking for a one on one setting. Enjoy cooking and baking, so am able to assist...
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Special Needs Caregiver

Buffalo, MN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Dakota! My younger sister was born with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy so I have been helping take care of her since I was 2! I have a cousin who has Downs syndrome and my family also founded an organization in 2010 for girls with special needs, so I've also worked with kids and adults with SMA, cystic fibrosis,...
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Teacher Looking For Summer Job

Anoka, MN

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hi there, my name is Natalie and I'm a patient, helpful, and kind person! I am a Special Ed. teacher and teach preschoolers with and without special needs. My favorite age groups are birth- 5, but I enjoy all ages. I'm looking for a full time position for the summer. I am open to babysitting on weekends or weeknights during...
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Part Time Caregiver

Buffalo, MN

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$15/hr
8 years experience
For almost 7 years I was a social worker working with people with disabilities of all ages. I was also previously a caregiver.
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  • The average post rate is $16.50/hr as of November 2025

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Special Needs Caregivers in Big Lake, MN are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 49 listed special needs caregivers

Breana L.

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...

- Stacy L.

Dakota T.

Dakota is fantastic with kids! My house was always clean and the kids were sad when she had to leave. Dakota kept the kids engaged in...

- Stephanie S.

Kelley N.

I really can't say enough about Kelley. She follows my instructions to a T, the boys LOVE her, she plays with them, and always keeps it...

- Adele W.

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