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Miranda L.

Babysitter

Forest Lake, MN

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
4 years experience with special needs children. 10+ years experience with infant to elderly. Okay with cats and dogs laundry lighthouse keeping meal prep/cook. Always open to learn new things.

Josie K. says "She is the best in every way !!!!"

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Experienced Childcare

Forest Lake, MN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
errands
mobility assistance
light cleaning
dementia
+ 1 more
I have a nursing assistant background and PCA experience. I have experience caring for seniors, children, special needs care, and pet care.

Sharon P. says "I can't say enough good about Lisa! She's friendly, compassionate and an excellent caregiver and companion. It's been a joy to have her care for my mom...

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Forest Lake, MN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
light cleaning
personal care
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
18+ years experience, bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, transfers, special needs toddlers, to quadriplegics and dementia with seniors. lots of experience, fast learner. always on time.

Tristine R. says "I highly recommend Miranda Lufsky as a h Healthcare provider. She has been employed by my family for 5 months to care for an elderly relative who is...

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Forest Lake, MN

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$10/hr
I just finished my second year of studying elementary education, special education, and psychology at UW- Superior! I have worked at a local daycare for three years and have cared for students of all learning styles. In the future, my goal is to be a special education teacher in an elementary school. Due to my experience working...
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Forest Lake, MN

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked as a in home pca for the last three years on and off. I am currently working at an assisted living and memory care facility and recently completed my home health aid and CNA training I will be taking my test to become a registered CNA this month. I have a passion for caregiving it's one of the most rewarding jobs I...
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Forest Lake, MN

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$20/hr
20 years experience
I'd describe my personality as friendly, empathetic, and dependable. I like caring for people with special needs because it is rewarding. I'm looking for a job that provides flexibility, allows me to build new relationships and help others, while earning some extra money. I started caring for people with special needs over...
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PCA, CNA For Kids, Teens, Adults, Seniors

Forest Lake, MN

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$29/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Childcare Provider worked with autistic child/nursing assistant for seniors and specializing in memory loss,
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Miranda L.'s Photo

Forest Lake, MN

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$16/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Miranda I have a wide variety of experience from infants to seniors in personal care to special needs. Always open to learn new things.
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A Little About Me!

Forest Lake, MN

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Luxie! I have worked at an early childhood education and daycare center for two years and I couldn't love my job more! I have a full two years of experience caring for infants ranging from 3 months to 1 year, and a year of experience supervising and educating children from ages 2 to 5 years. Additionally, I have worked...
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Stacy, MN

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$15/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Last summer I spent it with my neighbor boy who has special needs and I loved hanging out with him. I am working on becoming a PCA at the moment. I currently work in a day care mostly in the infant room but do jump around to all age groups. I love all kids and being around them, and doing fun educational things with them!
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I Have Worked At A Special Needs Camp That Gas Senior Citizens Come Live In For A Week At A Time.

Stacy, MN

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$9/hr
1 year experience
Dementia
hospice services
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I previously worked at a Special needs camp that has senior citizens come live in for a week at a time. Duties include- anything they may need help with. Duties Include- Anything They May Need Help With
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Circle Pines, MN

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$20/hr
20 years experience
Detailed and compassionate caregiver with extensive experience in medical care, personal care, behaviors, and homemaking. I started as the oldest of six kids with some siblings having medical needs, grew up to have a son with disabilities, and have been a caregiver for family and friends throughout my life. Additionally, I...
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Personal Care Assistant

Circle Pines, MN

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I have been working with children with disabilities since I was 14 years old. I have always loved working with children, and I have a younger sister with a brain disease and I learned from a young age how to care for her. I am comfortable with feeding tubes, physical and occupational therapy practices, medication distribution,...
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Fun-loving Sitter With A Lot Of Experience

Wyoming, MN

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$22/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Recently graduated with a B. S. in Human Physiology and a minor in Human Relations. With 8+ years of babysitting experience, I come with a plethora of knowledge for different types of situations. I have cared for children with special needs including autism, diabetes, and spinal bifida. I love spending time outside! Nature...
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Hugo, MN

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$13/hr
9 years experience
Hello! I'm Allison and I have worked with children and special needs children for over nine years in various capacities (babysitter, ABA therapist). I'm a very upbeat and positive person. I absolutely love children and would love to bring my 8-month-old daughter with me to join in on the fun. Also, safety is a top priority so I...
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Caregiver

Stacy, MN

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I am currently a special ed para in a classroom. I am 1 on 1 with a girl who has angel-mans syndrome. I love working with her and learning about all of her ways to communicate non verbally. In the past I have worked with a girl with a leg injury that needed mental and physical support through the healing process. I've really...
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Warm-hearted & Fun Care Provider With 10+ Years Experience!

Circle Pines, MN

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Ciara, I am a 23-year-old creative and loving kid at heart with 10+ years experience care providing for ages 0-14, including different special needs. I am a retired athlete and momma to a 2-year-old pit mix named Moon! I have experience assisting in Elementary classrooms, helping with classwork and daily tasks...
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Carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Many years of experience with kids of a variety of ages from infant-teen. Experience in both paid and volunteer positions. Experience in both paid and volunteer positions for children with special needs as well.

Clare G. says "Kendra is passionate about her empowering both children and adults to reach their full potential. She carries that passion into her care giving. She is...

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PCA/Caregiver Available Early Evenings And Weekends

Circle Pines, MN

4.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked with many different types of children with special needs all my life. I am a daycare provider during the day for the past 27 years, I am one of the few daycare providers that has children in my care with special needs. I am looking for part time work on weekends. I am open to evenings on Friday& Saturday With time...

Jean F. says "Dawn is a very hard worker. She is task driven and sticks to her job description. Dawn has a passion to care for people of all ages and we are happy she has...

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Circle Pines, MN

5.0(0)
from
$13/hr
2 years experience
Current occupational therapy graduate student. 2+ years paid special needs experience with kids. 5+ years unpaid special needs experience with kids. 8+ years paid experience with infants to teens. Comfortable with attending to personal cares.
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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.67/hr as of December 2025

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

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Forest Lake, MN

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

Miranda L.

She is the best in every way !!!!

- Josie K.

Lisa D.

I can't say enough good about Lisa! She's friendly, compassionate and an excellent caregiver and companion. It's been a joy to have her care...

- Sharon P.

Miranda L.

I highly recommend Miranda Lufsky as a h Healthcare provider. She has been employed by my family for 5 months to care for an elderly...

- Tristine R.

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