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Gina G.

Mound, MN

from: $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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Kim C.

Private Home Care Provider

Cologne, MN

from: $35/hr

20 years experience

Greetings! My name is Kim and I've been a home care provider for over 17 years. I've enjoyed my job because of the people I get to meet and helping others. I have experience working with adults and children with developmental delays, senior citizens, and veterans. I am very comfortable around animals and have enjoyed helping my...

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Jennifer S.

Mound, MN

from: $28/hr

2 years experience

Hi Families! I currently work as a special ed para, before that I worked at an Autism center taking care of children ages 3-10yrs old the that have Asd. My 8yr old son has ADHD and my oldest daughter who is 12 has ASD. I'm CPI certified as well

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Kyrsten H.

Mound, MN

from: $20/hr

Helping the people who need it most is my top priority. I have a few years of experience working with middle and high school aged teenagers with special needs. As known, everyone is different and I am looking to help any teen who needs a friendly helper! I have most experience with level 3 autism and nonverbal teenagers, but...

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Sheyla E.

Shakopee, MN

from: $23/hr

6 years experience

6 years of CNA/Home Health Aid. Lots of experience in the medical field. I currently work at an assisted living facility on lake Minnetonka and I'm on call at a local hospital. I have experienced various medical/health issues and disabilities.

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Kate T.

Shakopee, MN

from: $26/hr

8 years experience

Hello! My name is Kate! I am 23 years old and am a student and nanny. I love to spend time outdoors and with friends. I have always loved caring for kids of all ages. It has been a passion of mine for 9 years now.

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Janet H.

Experienced Babysitter and Teacher Available Part and Full-Time

Hopkins, MN

5.0(1)

from: $10/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

swimming supervision

light cleaning

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...

Karen H. says "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...

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Erika O.

American Graduate Student With Special Needs Experience In Edinburgh

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

6 years experience

Craft assistance

meal prep

travel

swimming supervision

light cleaning

I have worked with children with special needs for the previous three years in a professional context and have a master's degree in special education. Most of my experience is with children and adolescents from 9 months to 17 years. I can connect and engage with a wide range of children and absolutely love working with kiddos! I...

Michelle P. says "Erika engages with children in play and my children love her, often requesting for her, asking when they will get to play with her next! Very punctual,...

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Emily C.

About Emily

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)

from: $22/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

light cleaning

travel

swimming supervision

meal prep

+ 1 more

Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with kids! I studied child advocacy and policy at MSU as well as social work (I've not yet finished my degree but plan to part-time/ online in the Fall of 2025 or spring of 26). I am going to be transferring to a university that has a BSW program so that my masters will only take a year. I...

Manasi C. says "She was wonderful with my daughter .. she read her books, played with her, made sure she was comfortable. Definitely would like to work with her in...

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Paige M.

Unapologetically Quirky And Creative Kid At Heart.

Minneapolis, MN

3.5(1)

from: $22/hr

11 years experience·

Hired by 8 families in your area

Carpooling

light cleaning

travel

swimming supervision

meal prep

+ 1 more

Experience in everything, including babysitting, nannying, housesitting, pet care, house cleaning and more for about over a decade - chances are I'm what you're looking for. I have an extensive background in customer service, love arts and crafts, and love to have fun while making sure everybody involved is benefiting and...

Brett B. says "Paige is a thoughtful, caring and fun caregiver. She is a clear and consistent communicator who does a great job planning engaging events, helps around the...

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Clarissa G.

Babysitter/Summer Nanny

Eden Prairie, MN

5.0(0)

from: $15/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Craft assistance

meal prep

swimming supervision

light cleaning

I have been babysitting for about 15 years for friends and family. I was a nanny for four summers during high school and college. I cared for two different families during that time, one family with older children and another with an infant and toddler. I also have experience with non-verbal and special needs children as well....

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Emma C.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)

from: $16/hr

8 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

travel

craft assistance

Hello! I am a 27-year-old licensed educator with over 13 years of experience working with children. I have been a nanny, camp counselor, Para educator, and special education teacher. I have always loved working with children! Covering some basics: I have my own car and I am willing to drive children to activities. I love all...

Kendall B. says "Emma was awesome! She was on time and even stayed later. My son had nothing but great things to say."

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Lixin Z.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)

from: $30/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 4 families in your area

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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Kristiana H.

Babysitter/Nanny Plus

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)

from: $16/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

Carpooling

swimming supervision

travel

craft assistance

In addition to successfully (but not perfectly) raising and launching my own three sons, I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages, including special needs children. I love children, and love to engage them in reading, music, outings and activities, arts & crafts, discussion and fun. Turns out this is my happy...

Jasmine K. says "We loved Kristiana when we interviewed her! She really engaged with our kids during the interview and they really responded to her. She was a great...

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Daria H.

Nanny

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)

from: $24/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 8 families in your area

Carpooling

light cleaning

travel

swimming supervision

meal prep

+ 1 more

I became a childcare provider because I am passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. I have five years of experience caring for children of all ages, and I am very comfortable enforcing household rules. I have experience working with special needs children and am First Aid trained. I have a car and am...

Gina W. says "Daria was responsive and punctual for a babysitting role with my young children. She played well with them and I felt safe leaving my son with her while...

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Andrew L.

CCHT

Savage, MN

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

1 year experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

I'm very passionate and attentive to those with special needs. In my current role as a CCHT in Dialysis I have cared for multiple patients with special needs. The more I care for those with special needs the more I understand their needs. I'm always listening to the needs of my patients and know that sometimes holding their hand...

Tracy S. says "Andrew is very caring, and kind with my blind disabled adult daughter. He immediately connected, and took the time to clarify with her what her...

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Lixin Z.

Part -time Home Care

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)

from: $35/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 3 families in your area

Dementia

hospice services

visiting nurse

respite care

personal care

+ 1 more

I enjoy working/ taking care of people. I have been working as a full time Certified Medical Assistant in the clinic for the last 18 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...

Care Member says "Li is a wonderful caregiver—she’s compassionate, energetic, and perceptive. She was very attuned to my mom’s needs and a real pleasure to have around....

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Kaylie V.

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Burnsville, MN

5.0(1)

from: $15/hr

5 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

My experience caring for individuals with special needs started when I was about 5yrs old. I needed to help provide day to day support to my brother, who has Autism. As I got older, I began assisting with the Special Olympics program as a coach. I enjoyed working 1:1 with the players and supporting them as they learned and...

Joan V. says "Kaylie has been a PCA (Personal Care Attendant) for my Autistic son for 5 years. She's been great! With COVID, our needs have changed, since I'm now...

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Kris U.

Part Time Care Provider

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)

from: $50/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 1 families in your area

I have been involved in the care giving field for over 10 years and every client I've ever worked with is near and dear to me. I grew up around many special needs people as my mom works at a day program and often brought clients to our home for holidays and other occasions. In my professional career I have worked in group homes...

Jenn D. says "Kris is an exceptional human being. They were our after school care for my child with autism 3-4 days a week. Kris made after school fun. I felt that...

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Susan M.

General

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)

from: $25/hr

10 years experience·

Hired by 2 families in your area

I am a mature, experienced and fun-loving college graduate who loves to play with, read to and teach kids of all ages. I have experience working in a daycare and as a nanny, as well as in homes but for the past 10 years I've mainly been a nanny in several homes and you can talk to those parents. I am smart, honest, caring and a...

Care Member says "Susie has been a part-time nanny to our boys (now 5 and 7) for three years. She has built strong relationships with them both - my 5 yo put her first...

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60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com
The average posted rate is $15.00/hr as of June 2026
The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 5.0

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Chaska, MN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Janet H.

Janet has a special way with children and pets. They always feel comfortable and at ease with her. She is dependable, responsible and a...

- Karen H.

Erika O.

Erika engages with children in play and my children love her, often requesting for her, asking when they will get to play with her next!...

- Michelle P.

Emily C.

She was wonderful with my daughter .. she read her books, played with her, made sure she was comfortable. Definitely would like to work with...

- Manasi C.

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Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Chaska, MN

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Gina G.

Kim C.

Private Home Care Provider

Jennifer S.

Kyrsten H.

Sheyla E.

Kate T.

Janet H.

Experienced Babysitter and Teacher Available Part and Full-Time

Erika O.

American Graduate Student With Special Needs Experience In Edinburgh

Emily C.

About Emily

Paige M.

Unapologetically Quirky And Creative Kid At Heart.

Clarissa G.

Babysitter/Summer Nanny

Emma C.

Lixin Z.

Kristiana H.

Babysitter/Nanny Plus

Daria H.

Nanny

Andrew L.

CCHT

Lixin Z.

Part -time Home Care

Kaylie V.

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Kris U.

Part Time Care Provider

Susan M.

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Janet H.

Erika O.

Emily C.

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