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Ashley H.

Nanny, "happy Helper"

South Saint Paul, MN

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I'm Ashley, a dedicated and experienced caregiver with a genuine passion for working with children and supporting families. I bring a can-do attitude to my work, and I'm always ready to step in wherever needed. I have a over 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages-including infants, twins, and children...
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Virginia K.

Certified Personal Assistant (PCA)

Saint Paul, MN

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked for several Minnesota Agencies and private care, can provide a resume and professional references upon request. I have been Covid 19 vaccinated and very healthy. I have over 250 cookbooks and prepare meals and Menzies upon request. Academic background is Psychology.
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Seba A.

Saint Paul, MN

from
$15/hr
7 years experience
Providing emotional support by listening to concerns and problems, helping them understand their feelings, and teaching them how to handle difficult situations. Accompanying the child to doctor's appointments and other medical facilities for checkups and treatment.
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Amber T.

Saint Paul, MN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am a skilled and conscientious CNA. I have supported a diverse population and have taken on many roles throughout my professional life. Now I want to use my combined experience to provide inclusive support to help others reach their full potential.
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Huda A.

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hey, my name is Huda. I am 32 years old. I have experience working with kids since I was 16. I love everything about children and the main reason I love working with them because they bring happiness and positivity in my life! I am very efficient, friendly, dependable and punctual. I have experience with kids of all ages and...

Ariel J. says "Our daughter LOVED Huda. She is caring and loved spending time with our 6 month old daughter. We hope to hire her again when we come back to visit!"

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Willa J.

Full- Or Part-time Babysitter/nanny Available

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am a child care provider and administrator with over 10 years of experience, mostly with school aged children. I have been working in day camp and after school settings since 2015. I have worked with youth with a broad range of backgrounds, needs, languages and interests, and I always enjoy getting to know and having fun with...

Care Member says "Willa has been a great tutor for French and for literature. Thankful to have her for both my girls. "

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Emma R.

Reliable And Fun Sitter With Various Healthcare Experience

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a recent graduate of the University of Minnesota with a B. A. in human physiology. I am also a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at UMN Medical Center and have experience in both geriatric and child care, with experience in the post-mortem field as well. I have been a part-time nanny for one family with a 3-year-old...

Edith J. says "Emma was a wonderful caregiver for our two young daughters! During the COVID-19 pandemic my partner and I were worried about finding safe, reliable...

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Roxanne T.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have been interested in teaching and caring for children since I was one myself. I have more than 15 years of experience in caring for children of vary ability levels and ages ranging from infants to 14 years. I have had extensive experience with children with special needs after I graduated with a degree in Early Childhood...

Care Member says "The kids loved their time with Roxanne, she was very attentive, played games with them, and made everyone feel included which isn't easy with our four...

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Cynthia A.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a semi-retired pediatric nurse of 40+ years. The first part of my career I worked in pediatric hospitals and the last 5years in home care mostly in pediatrics with some special needs adults. Pediatrics is my first love. After raising 5 children and helping them to launch I do know the stresses of parenting and had one...

Emily J. says "Cindy has been a wonderful part-time nanny to my son and his cousin for the last 6 months, starting when they were 6 and 9 months. She talks, sings, and...

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Sara A.

Fun Babysitter

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
Hey there! I'm an experienced and nurturing babysitter who's cared for my younger siblings my whole life and worked in foster care, so I'm great with kids of all ages, especially infants! I carefully track feedings, diaper changes (including types), and sleep schedules using the Huckleberry app to keep everything running...

Care Member says "Sara is very professional and good with difficult kids and can manage a high stress situation"

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Christa J.

Responsible, Calm, Sweet, Fun Sitter!

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Christa. I graduated with my Psychology degree in 2017 from The University of Minnesota and I have been caring for children for 15+ years. My most recent experience has been working with babies, toddlers and pre-k kids. I also spent four years as a PCA for a boy with special needs. I truly love working...

Care Member says "Christa watched our two kids while we went out for a date night and she was great! Our daughter is already asking when she can come back again. "

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Lauryn K.

Super Friendly Sitter

Lake Elmo, MN

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi my name is Lauryn and I am 22 years old. I have been working in childcare for about 6 years now. I have worked in daycare centers, inside of families homes, and in elementary schools with special needs children. I currently am trying to transition out of schools and into nannying again so I can get my Bachelors degree in...

Care Member says "Lauryn is a true professional in childcare. She goes above and beyond expectations and is a dedicated and attentive caregiver. "

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Olivia G.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am 24 years old and I just graduated with my Masters in psychology! I'm vaccinated and very Covid-cautious. I am an energetic and loving caregiver who has worked with kids with ages ranging from 2 months to 16 years old. A major reason I've loved caring for children is being able to incorporate concepts and strategies I've...
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Bertena J.

Experienced Caregiver

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I have experience with watching up to 4 children, ages newborn to 10, with and without medical and special needs. I also spent time working at a nursing home and caretaking a woman with Alzheimer's. I have taken CPR training courses in the past so recertification is an option! Fully Vaccinated! I'm available starting May 12...

Allison D. says "Bert is kind, patient, loving, and dependable. She was the first non-family caregiver our pandemic baby had, and Bert was so good with our daughter as...

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Ashley R.

Full-time/part-time Babysitter

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi there! I started babysitting about 7 years ago. I have experience working with children from ages 1-13 years old. On top of babysitting, I was a teachers assistant where I learned how to work with children with special needs. I have tutored with AVID and helped with Spanish, writing, SAT prep, math and reading skills. I have...

Henry H. says "Ashley was great with our three kids. Helpful, positive and energetic. Would definitely hire again."

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Jessie D.

College Student Passionate About Working With Kids!

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello! My name is Jessie and I am a junior in college studying elementary special education. I have worked with children in multiple settings over the past four years as a counselor at two summer camps, as a nanny, as an elementary math and reading tutor, and as an after school care assistant. In all of these jobs I have worked...
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Courtney R.

Patient, Loving, Experienced Nanny

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Courtney and I am 27 years young. I have a laid-back personality with an immense amount of love and patience for all kiddos. I have been a nanny since 2016 and I've had the blessing of meeting and working with 3 different families from care. com! My experience includes ages newborn to teenager and special...

Meg U. says "We are privileged to employ Courtney as our nanny. Courtney has been a reliable, flexible, fun, loving, and hard working nanny for our family and son since...

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Justine D.

Occasional/Part-Time Babysitter Available

Burnsville, MN

4.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hi, my name is Justine. I am 30 years old. I live in Burnsville, MN. I have over 15 years of experience child care experience. In the past, I have volunteered in church (3-5 years old,) summer camp (10-14-year-olds,) and I have babysat (ages newborn - 11 years.) I also have experience with special needs children and adults....

Ami H. says "Justine came to work for us one night very last minute after I had a cancellation. She was very polite in our communication. She showed up on time. My house...

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Marietta P.

Licensed Teacher Available For Creative, Montessori & Waldorf-influenced Care.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Great references, experience with newborns through elders, twins, special needs, autistic people, cloth diapers, regular diapers, breastfed or formula fed. I have my drivers license and a clean driving record. I am comfy with pets and don't smoke. I am a licensed MN teacher, CPR certified, a certified birth and postpartum...

Pam B. says "She was always very pleasant, very kind, worked really hard and it was a pleasure to be around her"

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Amanda D.

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Amanda, and I'm a loving and patient mother of two wonderful boys, one of whom has special needs. Through my own parenting journey, I've gained a deep understanding of how to nurture children with care, structure, and empathy. Being a mom has taught me how to balance compassion with consistency -- creating a...

Manyvone K. says "Amanda is very good at what she does. She's one of the most caring person I know. You would be very blessed to have her! "

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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $21.30/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 3.3

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Cottage Grove, MN

Special Needs Caregivers in Cottage Grove, MN are rated 3.3 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Huda A.

Our daughter LOVED Huda. She is caring and loved spending time with our 6 month old daughter. We hope to hire her again when we come back to...

- Ariel J.

Willa J.

Willa has been a great tutor for French and for literature. Thankful to have her for both my girls.

- Care member

Emma R.

Emma was a wonderful caregiver for our two young daughters! During the COVID-19 pandemic my partner and I were worried about finding...

- Edith J.

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