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Rebecca W.


Marine on Saint Croix, MN

$10-20/hr5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

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I have worked in the past 5.5 years as an independent living skills worker for a private company, catering to those with special needs ranging from ADHD to autism spectrum to attachment disorder. Most of my experience is with autism because I have an older brother with autism, as well as cousins.
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Amina J.


Hugo, MN

$18-19/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

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Hello! I've been babysitting for as long as I can remember, being that I'm the oldest of 4. Whether it was my siblings or the neighborhood kids, I was always watching children. Currently I'm a morning nanny for a special needs family while going to school full time. In the past I was a nanny for a couple summers and volunteered...
5.0
"Amina is a gem. Amina has been watching our daughters from October 2017 to present. She is dependable, honest, patient, fun, creative, and detailed. She is very good with our two special needs daughters (ADHD,...

Reviewed by Amy C.

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Theresa W.


Somerset, WI

$22/hr20 yrs exp

Babysitter

4.8

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Hi! A bit about me. I'm a honest, easy going, loving, caring, energetic, bubbly person. I enjoy the outdoors, parks, walks, crafts, reading, & keeping busy, even while the kids are napping/ down time. I'm reliable, flexible, always on time. Transparently is a must . I have 2 kids, both in college. I've worked my schedule around...
5.0
"Theresa has worked with my family for over a year. My girls absolutely love her. She always arrives early and does something fun and exciting with the girls. I would highly recommend her."

Reviewed by Lucas B.

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Michele M.


Stillwater, MN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Certified PCA

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I am a high energy 50-year-old mother of 3 wonderful college students with an endless passion for caring and a sincere desire to make a difference in other peoples' lives. I have more than 13 years experience working as a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) caring for people of all ages with varying special needs including dementia,...
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Maggie B.


Stillwater, MN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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Hi! I am a mother of five including a set of triplets. I have worked in high needs special ed program in elementary schools for the last 10 years. I have been blessed with a compassionate spirit and an exceptional amount of patience. I would love to see if we could work something out and hope to be a good addition to your...
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Chelsea D.


Stillwater, MN

$18-24/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Care Provider

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I have worked at a child care program for 3 summers, working with kids preschool age-6th grade, some with special needs. I am an Occupational Therapy Assistant. Prior to that I have more than 10 years of babysitting experience, watching infants to school aged children.
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Hope H.


Stillwater, MN

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Nanny

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I am very committed to diversity and inclusion while working with students of all disabilities. I have worked specifically with EBD, ASD, and DCD kiddos throughout my field experiences at Winona State. I have been a center-based ASD teacher for one year in Cottage Grove and will be going back in the fall. I am passionate about...
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Elizabeth M.


Stillwater, MN

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Creative Ally And Friendly Companion

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I have 2 years of experience. I can help with Stimming Attendance and Behavior - Positive Behavioral Support.
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Chelsea D.


Stillwater, MN

$10/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Personal Care Assistant

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I have worked with children with autism, ADD/ADHD, and Down Syndrome at a child care program. Along with this, I have worked with a variety of special needs children at an internship at a pediatric Occupational therapy clinic. I am very passionate about working with children with special needs and that being the reason why I am...
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Laura N.


Scandia, MN

$15-30/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi! I am a nanny looking for a (hopefully) full-time position around the Forest Lake area. I have experience working with families of up to 5 kids, ages newborn to 12+ years, and am qualified to care for children with special needs. I am also CPR and first aid certified. My specialty is babies and toddlers, I just love the...
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Linda P.


Stillwater, MN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I excel working with fairly independent , minimal to zero behavior challenges. I currently serving 4 awesome very capable ladies in home for 18 yrs. Asleep overnights with a few hours in morning's. They all are independent with personal cares outside of an occasional reminder for showering. Some have p/t jobs other has day...
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Laura N.


Scandia, MN

$10-20/hr8 yrs exp

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I have been a babysitter since I was 11 years old, and I became a part-time nanny at the age of 16 to a wonderful family with 3 little kiddos. I worked in my church nursery running the infant or toddler rooms. I've cared for up to 5 children in a babysitting setting and 10 children in a daycare/nursery setting. I've also cared...
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Daniel H.


Stillwater, MN

$15-25/hr1 yrs exp

CNA

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I have experience working in healthcare as a certified nursing assistant in both a hospital and long-term care setting. I have taken care of many patients, including those with special needs. This includes behavioral disorders, cerebral palsy, Down Syndrome, FASD, autism, mobility disorders, and other developmental disorders.
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Miranda L.


Forest Lake, MN

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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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.
5.0
"She is the best in every way !!!!"

Reviewed by Josie K.

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Lauryn K.


Lake Elmo, MN

$23/hr6 yrs exp

Super Friendly Sitter

5.0

(1)

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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...
5.0
"Lauryn gets along great with kids and is very creative, she also is responsible and has had lots of experience with childcare."

Reviewed by Jocelyn M.

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Lisa D.


Forest Lake, MN

$15-19/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare

5.0

(2)

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I have a nursing assistant background and PCA experience. I have experience caring for seniors, children, special needs care, and pet care.
5.0
"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 and to be able to enjoy an evening away now and then."

Reviewed by Sharon P.

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Cecily S.


Saint Paul, MN

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Caring And Professional Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

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Experienced mom, nanny and healthcare worker looking to care for your precious loved ones. I'm a mother of 2 kids, 25-year-old daughter, and a 21-year-old son with special needs. I have 10 plus years nanny experience, 25 years mom experience and caring for special needs children. 20 plus years experience as a Nursing...
5.0
"Cecily has been with our family for just over a year, providing excellent care to our twin 6 year old girls. Unfortunately, our family is being relocated and therefore we no longer need her services. She is...

Reviewed by Becky M.

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Ashley N.


Saint Paul, MN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time/Full-Time Nanny

4.0

(1)

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I do not have any children of my own but I love spending time with children. I am 23 years old and have experience working with children since I was 12 years old babysitting here in California with 4 children. I moved to Minnesota eight years ago and continued with babysitting children and over time gained two godsons that I...
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Jessie D.


Saint Paul, MN

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

College Student Passionate About Working With Kids!

5.0

(1)

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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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Alyssa P.


New Richmond, WI

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced PCA Available

4.0

(1)

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Hello - I am currently looking for a position with evening or overnight hours with some flexibility as I am in nursing school FT. I have over 10+ years experience in the field and have worked with a variety of individuals and conditions - currently CPR and 1st aid certified.
4.0
"We are happy to have Alyssa working with our daughter."

Reviewed by Scott P.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Marine on Saint Croix, MN

Amina J.

5.0

Amina is great with my kids now 7/9 -- one w/ ADHD. She also helped tutor them when they were on distance learning. She was always on time and the kids love her!! She watched them on a regular basis all of last school year and still does the occasional sitting.

- Michelle H.

Theresa W.

5.0

Theresa has worked with my family for over a year. My girls absolutely love her. She always arrives early and does something fun and exciting with the girls. I would highly recommend her.

- Lucas B.

Miranda L.

5.0

She is the best in every way !!!!

- Josie K.

Lauryn K.

5.0

Lauryn gets along great with kids and is very creative, she also is responsible and has had lots of experience with childcare.

- Jocelyn M.

Lisa D.

5.0

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 and to be able to enjoy an evening away now and then.

- Sharon P.

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