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Hollie P.

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Norwood Young America, MN

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$10/hr
10 years experience
I have helped my mom in the classroom, she is a teacher's assistant in a cognitively disabled severe classroom. I have also been personal care assistant for a boy with special needs. My cousin has special needs as well. I am passionate about helping children grow and be well cared for.
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Norwood Young America, MN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I have been a nanny/caregiver since 1998, and I have also been baby-sitting since I was 10 years old. You could say that I have had a career in child care and care giving. I also have experience working with the senior population and populations with special needs. I have had a lot of experience working with different families...
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Eden Prairie, MN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 14 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds is my greatest passion. For the past 10 years, I've dedicated myself to providing children with a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where they can thrive. My approach is patient and imaginative, and I love sparking curiosity through outdoor games, board games, and educational activities. I have a...

Care Member says "What I liked about Natalie is that she helped my son pronounce words better, as he was pointing out touching stuff around the house"

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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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Babysitter/Summer Nanny

Eden Prairie, MN

5.0(0)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Excelsior, MN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
I have always done some sort of babysitting or nannying for children since I was a teenager in high school. I also work as a paraprofessional with special needs children and I love to spend time with my son who is almost 3 years old. I have had a few PCA jobs in the past and had some jobs working with children.

Jenny A. says "Aasha is very caring and patient, always putting the needs of children first. She loves to play and do crafts with kids. She's very good at making kids...

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Special Needs Helper

Chanhassen, MN

5.0(0)
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$40/hr
I will ensure your loved one is cared for fully. I have four children in which are grown adults and I often get comments on how well behaved and what great young adults they are. I would love to continue to help out and give my love and attention to other children. I had a cousin with Down syndrome and she actually graduated...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available During The Summer

Eden Prairie, MN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a pediatric Speech Pathologist for over 30 years. I have worked with a variety of age groups and needs. I am unable to do lifting over 40 lbs. I love this work because I enjoy helping kids and their families.

Sherri F. says "Carla is a very kind, nice, trustworthy, and caring person. I trust my granddaughter in her care, and was able to remain focused at work while Carla cared...

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Eden Prairie, MN

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Anita and I am a certified caregiver and mental health specialist with hands-on experience providing compassionate senior care. I take pride in supporting older adults with dignity, patience, and respect, whether that means helping with daily routines, companionship, meal preparation, or specialized needs. My...
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I Am Currently A Preschool Lead Teacher But Looking For A Long Term Nanny Position.

New Prague, MN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Jillian. I am 20 years old. I have five to six years of paid childcare experience. I have a 8-month-old who would need to come with me. I am very passionate about kids and helping them grow and learn. I believe there are two key components to their growth which are; consistency and stability. I have lots of...
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Certified Personal Care Assistant

Wayzata, MN

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Errands
dementia
companionship
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I believe in doing what you love when it comes to employment. Working with special needs children and seniors over the past 45 years is what I love and enjoy the most. I have a degree and have worked in the medical field in an office setting in the past but I wasn't happy. I truly enjoy working and spending time with seniors and...
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Excelsior, MN

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$25/hr
Light cleaning
errands
dementia
live-in home care
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Aasha, I am a single mother of two. My son is 16 and my daughter is 12. I also currently work with disabled adults in a transitional program. I absolutely love it! I have for the most part always worked with children and adults with special needs or children in a daycare setting. I also love the elderly as...
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Belle Plaine, MN

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$18/hr
Hi, I'm Carmen! I have several years of hands-on childcare experience, including working with children with special needs in both home and center settings. I am patient, attentive, and understanding of individual routines, sensory needs, and developmental differences. I focus on creating a safe, structured, and encouraging...
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Excelsior, MN

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$20/hr
2 years experience
This year I worked in the DCD room at Minnetonka High School. I also PCA for many kids in our classroom too. I feel at ease working with kids of any ability and making them not only feel safe but identify strengths in order to build skills to be independent.
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Keri F.

Wayzata, MN

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 15+years of nanny experience! I have cared for children ages birth-13 years. Currently I am a nanny for a 20-month-old boy in Minneapolis (leaving because mom is not returning to work after the birth of second child). I am also employed as a child care provider at the Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery on a rotating...
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Personal Care Attendant 7+ Years Experience

Prior Lake, MN

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Hello! My name is Jasmine, I am 22 years old and currently live in Bloomington. I have worked as a PCA since I was a freshmen in high school. I have experiences with a range of ages including children and adults. I have worked with multiple types of special needs including bipolar, Down's syndrome, autism, and MR. I have an...
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Prior Lake, MN

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
CNA/RBT with yoga instruction (ages 3-99), extensive babysitting, raised 2 children including special needs; skilled in compassionate care.
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Part-time Care Giver Available

Eden Prairie, MN

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I have worked with children who have down syndrome and autism.
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Wayzata, MN

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
Kylie - Experienced & CPR-Certified Babysitter & Pet Sitter Hi! I'm Kylie, and I have 7 years of experience caring for both children and pets. I've worked with kids of all ages, including those with special needs, and I'm CPR certified. I worked 1. 5 years at Westonka Public Schools' after-school program. Now I currently work...
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Minnetonka, MN

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Hattie and I have worked as a direct support professional/pca and nursing assistant for the last 3 years. I love working with people who are considered special needs, elderly or just need some help!
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $30.00/hr as of May 2026

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

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Cologne, MN are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Natalie G.

What I liked about Natalie is that she helped my son pronounce words better, as he was pointing out touching stuff around the house

- Care member

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

Aasha F.

Aasha is very caring and patient, always putting the needs of children first. She loves to play and do crafts with kids. She's very good at...

- Jenny A.

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