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Ellen S.

Nursing Assistant / Home Health Aid And CPR Certified

Saint Michael, MN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Nursing Assistant / Home Health Aid and CPR Certified for 10 years. I have work with special need and Disable people.
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Rogers, MN

4.5(1)
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$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello! My name is Oralyn, I'm a Masters in Child Psychology and Speech Pathology from the University of Minnesota and UT Austin. Looking to support local families during my summers off. My Experience: I have 6 years experience working with children ages 0-18 years in a classroom and home setting. During the summer I served as...

Andrew D. says "Oralyn has been a joy to our family. She is a great communicator when it comes to scheduling and very professional. My seven year old son can be a bit of...

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Osseo, MN

5.0(0)
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$18/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've been a county case manager for 9 years, but I prefer direct services. I have been caring for an autistic toddler for 6+ months now. I prefer to be busy, so housekeeping is a plus. I am looking for seasonal work as I have a gardening business in the summer months. I have worked with waivers for many years, and was also an...
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Personal Care Assistant

Osseo, MN

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hospice services
companionship
light cleaning
dementia
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I found my passion for caregiving after taking care of three very close friends with cancer. I love taking care of others. I am very organized and a fast learner. I have worked with age ranges from 25-96. I'm fun loving, quirky, and have a great sense of humor. I have since gotten certified as an end of life specialist. I...

Michael M. says "We found Laura about 1 year ago and our entire family is so grateful to have her around. Here is an incomplete list of reasons we love working with...

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Person Centered

Mound, MN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked in this field for 15 years. I love what I do and have held positions as a PCA, DSP, Lead DSP, resident service coordinator and House Coordinator. I have experience in seizures, SP tubes, wheel chairs, lifts, hearing aids, asthma, diabetes, stoma care, breathing tubes, feeding tubes and much more. I enjoy taking...

Care Member says "- She is a bright, hard-working individual who has experience with group homes and individuals with special needs. - She is kind, funny, and...

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Maple Grove, MN

4.8(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi My name Is Sarah a little bit of background on myself. I have three amazing children ages 22 19 and 11. I'm a single mom to the two oldest and raise them on my own. I was a stay at home mom with my children. I was blessed to be able to do that until they went to full-time kindergarten. I'm very reliable. I'm very honest. I'm...

Gert M. says "Sarah is a hard worker and she is thorough in her work. She is dependable and it’s good to be able to count on her to show up on time and to do a great job...

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South Haven, MN

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$15/hr
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I enjoy spending time with children. I grew up with two brothers with special needs. I know that being with them has shaped who I am today. There is a special place in my heart for anyone that has disabilities.
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Creative And Compassionate Care Taker

Hamel, MN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Travel
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a dedicated and compassionate nanny with over 5 years of experience in providing high-quality care to children of all ages, including newborns and children with special needs. Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to travel with families, offering a flexible, adaptable approach to childcare in different...
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Care & Compassion Is The Gift. Love Is Always The Answer.

Maple Grove, MN

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
dementia
errands
Loving greetings! Thank you for viewing my profile. I enjoy caring for others & would enjoy connecting with you & your family... Please reach out to me if you are interested in exploring care options for your loved one. Blessings! I love being a caregiver & believe it's a privilege to bring joy to the lives of others! I'm...
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Heartfelt Caregiver: Compassionate Support For Every Step Of The Journey

Minneapolis, MN

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
companionship
meal prep
dementia
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
My passion lies in working with the elderly and special needs children, inspiring them to engage in meaningful activities that enrich their lives and bring joy. I bring a versatile skill set, strong communication, a people-centered approach, and genuine compassion to create solutions that enhance well-being for those I...
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Summer Nannying Position

Minneapolis, MN

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a freshman at Northeastern University studying Linguistics and Psychology with a minor in Spanish, and I am looking to get into speech pathology or therapy. I have spent the past two summers working as disability inclusion counselor at SPARK day camps. I am looking for a summer nannying position. I am fluent in Spanish and...
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Maple Grove, MN

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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Reagan I'm 20 and based in Maple Grove. I have over 6 years of babysitting and nannying experience with kids of all ages (including special needs), and I'm super reliable, fun, and love keeping kids busy with crafts, games, and outdoor time. I'm currently looking to fill some open spots and would love to chat more if...
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Osseo, MN

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$20/hr
8 years experience
I started babysitting in middle school for a family friend and became her nanny for about two years in high school. (Age 4 months-2 years old) With my position there, I had to supervise up to 15 kids at a time, plan daily activities, and pass out lunches. After the kids would go home, I would always clean up our area. For a year...
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Dayton, MN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 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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Minneapolis, MN

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$25/hr
9 years experience
I have 7 plus years experience working as dedicated professional behavioral health technician, providing direct care and support to individuals experiencing mental health, behavioral, or substance use challenges. Working under the supervision of licensed clinicians, BHTs assist in implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient...
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Maple Plain, MN

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! My name is Lela, I am 21 years old. I come from a family of 8 from Northern Minnesota. I enjoy being outside, reading books, traveling, and being active! I love playing sports and grew up playing varsity basketball, volleyball, and softball. I am moving at the end of March and looking for a great family to work for!...
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Full-Time Caregiver

Howard Lake, MN

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked in a nursing home as a certified nurses assistant for two years, and I have now worked a few months in Jyvaskyla, Finland as a personal assistant to a guy in a wheelchair. I have been studying for nursing, but now I am currently taking a break from studying to earn money for schooling. However, I immensely enjoy...
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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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Mound, MN

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Travel
In the past, I have cared for children ranging from the ages of 6months- 10+ years old. I have also been involved in kid camps as being a camp counselor. I graduated from the University of LaCrosse, WI with a degree in Recreation Therapy. I am currently working full time as a CTRS, but am open to part time/ occasional...
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Registered Nurse

Elk River, MN

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $17.60/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Buffalo, MN

Special Needs Caregivers in Buffalo, MN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Oralyn W.

Oralyn has been a joy to our family. She is a great communicator when it comes to scheduling and very professional. My seven year old son...

- Andrew D.

Laura P.

We found Laura about 1 year ago and our entire family is so grateful to have her around. Here is an incomplete list of reasons we love...

- Michael M.

Alicia S.

- She is a bright, hard-working individual who has experience with group homes and individuals with special needs. - She is kind, funny,...

- Care member

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