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Rebecca F.

Compassion, Experience, And Training

Hopkins, MN

5.0(1)
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$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I have been told that I have a talent for communicating with and calming special needs persons; I believe that is due to experience and intuition, plus deeply wanting to help those that need it. I have more than 10 years experience working with young people or adults with special needs. I was a PCA in a group home and...

Emily A. says "Rebecca helped me when I stayed with my son in Minneapolis. She is dependable, trustworthy, great at communicating and coordinating schedules, and a...

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Summer Nanny/Babysitter

Hopkins, MN

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hello all! My name is Kelly, and I am looking for a part-time or full-time nanny job for this summer! My start and end dates are flexible, as well as daily start and end times. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and would love to be with kids who are the same. I have experience and enjoy working with all ages, but am best...

Kara D. says "As first-time parents, we are so happy we hired Kelly. She has been a great help to us and our 6-month-old. She has been wonderful with presenting our son...

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Experienced Babysitter and Teacher Available Part and Full-Time

Hopkins, MN

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Special Needs Provider

Hopkins, MN

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$10/hr
4 years experience
Hello! My name is Kalli P. and I am very passionate about working with special needs people. For the past 4 years, I have worked with a young girl who has down syndrome. I have also participated in special needs activities/events through my church. I sincerely love working with special needs and I would love the opportunity to...
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Tutor/PCA

Hopkins, MN

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have multiple certifications in special education, as well as a teaching license for Elem Educ. I taught 38 years. Nine of these years were with kdgn-2nd graders. The remaining 29 years I taught within 3-6-year-olds using my Early Child Special Education certification. I went through training to be a PCA for a special child...
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Hi!

Hopkins, MN

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$20/hr
Hi! my name is anna. I have 4 years of experience in personal care! I am PCA and CPR certified. I also have experience with and am open to helping with light housekeeping and cooking/meal preparation. I absolutely love people and all that comes with caring/bonding with them! I first started PCA work at 18 and I've had experience...
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Hopkins, MN

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$10/hr
2 years experience
I currently work as a 5th grade teacher after 3 years of teaching 6th grade in a middle school. Prior to that I spent 7 years as a Special Education educational assistant. During my time in education I have coached soccer, basketball and volleyball. I also taught various after school and summer school activities. I spent a...
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Hopkins, MN

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I work to help families achieve their goals through becoming attuned to the needs of each child, bringing a light hearted and joyous outlook to holistic & developmentally appropriate care.
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Hopkins, MN

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$29/hr
10 years experience
I am excited to introduce myself as a dedicated and experienced childcare provider with over 30 years of experience. Caring for adults, children is not just a job for a passion. I have worked with children and adults of all ages, helping them with daily routines, schoolwork, and engaging activities that promote their growth and...
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Occupational Therapist Looking For A Side Job

Hopkins, MN

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$25/hr
9 years experience
Hi! My name is Alison. I have my Doctorate Degree in Occupational Therapy. I work in an elementary school as a registered occupational therapist! I am looking for a part time summer nanny position (Monday-Thursday, 2-3 days a week). I have lots of experience working with children of all ages and abilities. I have experience...
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Hopkins, MN

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$24/hr
3 years experience
My son is on the spectrum and has aspergers syndrome, so I have worked with autistic children and adults all of my motherhood. Also my other son has adhd and could write a book about it. I have personally worked with a few adults that have had downs syndrome and was the manager of them for a short while. They are beautiful...
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Experienced Ft. Collins Babysitter available Full-Time

Hopkins, MN

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$10/hr
9 years experience
I have been working with special needs children for over 20 years. I have worked with children with learning disabilities, autism, cerebral palsy, learning delays, sight and hearing difficulties, and children with emotional/behavior issues. As part of my studies in college I completed over 60 quarter hours of coursework in...
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Hopkins, MN

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$18/hr
9 years experience
I am a mother of a child with a disability. He is 26 and continues to live with me. I have a lot of experience with him, helping out at school, with his friends and also professionally through accra care and care. com jobs. I am a loving, caring, patient, caretaker for people with disabilities. I feel my lifeskill is being a...
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Creative And Safe Fun

Hopkins, MN

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have babysat for family and friends since I was in high school. I have watched up to 8 children on my own at one time. I've watched all ranges of ages and have a lot of experience with all types of kids. I am now a certified Paramedic Degree. I am very comfortable with medications and special needs that may come up in day to...
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Creative Teacher And A Fun Person To Be Around!

Hopkins, MN

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 2 years of experience as an education assistant. My qualifications are in behavioral intervention support in the classroom. I help students with ADD, ADHD, ODD, learning disabilities, Autism and other special needs. In addition, I support learners in general Ed class room to reach their literacy and academic goals. You...
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Full Time Caregiver

Hopkins, MN

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$17/hr
My care experience began when my younger sister was born with C. H. A. R. G. E. syndrome; having a sibling with special needs teaches you a lot about taking care of others. I also have a sister who was born when I was 10 years old, and began babysitting her almost immediately. I began babysitting for other families when I was 13...
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Looking to help elderly seniors and or hospice have 20 years of experience treating my clients as I would treat and care for as if they were my own parents or grandparents have a loving heart gentle hands great companionship will do light housekeeping will do laundry cook prepare meals clean up after meals willing to do 24 hour...
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American Graduate Student With Special Needs Experience In Edinburgh

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
6 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Part -time Home Care

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Respite care
personal care
hospice services
home modification
visiting nurse
+ 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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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
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
+ 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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $19.65/hr as of June 2025

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

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

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

Rebecca F.

Rebecca helped me when I stayed with my son in Minneapolis. She is dependable, trustworthy, great at communicating and coordinating...

- Emily A.

Kelly D.

As first-time parents, we are so happy we hired Kelly. She has been a great help to us and our 6-month-old. She has been wonderful with...

- Kara D.

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.

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