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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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Katie W.

MEd Teacher Providing Part-time Care

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
Teaching and caring for children is my biggest passion, and since I started babysitting at the age of 12 I have known that I would make a career out of it. I have an MA in Early Childhood Education as well as a BA in Child Psychology. Before I started teaching Pre-K, I babysat, nannied, worked in a toddler daycare, and assistant...

Courtney T. says "Katie cared for my son (together with her son) for almost a year. She is a phenomenal educator and person, and her son is adorable! Katie is reliable,...

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Dolma D.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$27/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I've always been passionate about the growth and development of children. That's why I've spent the last four years as a childcare provider. Being patient and calm, I thrive on fostering a nurturing environment where kids feel safe and loved. I'm also creative and imaginative, so I'm always coming up with fun and engaging...

Dannah D. says "Dolma was available for us last-minute so we could could enjoy a break on Valentine's Day. She did great with the kids and they were sound asleep and well...

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Paige M.

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
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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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
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 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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Daria H.

Nanny

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$24/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I became a childcare provider because I am passionate about making a positive impact on children's lives. I have five years of experience caring for children of all ages, and I am very comfortable enforcing household rules. I have experience working with special needs children and am First Aid trained. I have a car and am...

Gina W. says "Daria was responsive and punctual for a babysitting role with my young children. She played well with them and I felt safe leaving my son with her while...

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Roxanne T.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
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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Katherine Y.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
As a childcare provider with seven years of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles reinforced my desire to make a positive impact on young lives. Patient, calm, creative, and approachable, I excel at communicating with parents and following their preferred...

Abbie A. says "The only thing I can possibly complain about when it comes to Katie is the fact that she's leaving us! She has been an absolute joy to work with and has...

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Amina J.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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...

Michelle H. says "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...

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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
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
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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Thea S.

Minneapolis, MN

4.6(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 19 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm Thea I am 25 years old I have been working in caregiving for 11 years. I love being outside , reading books , I am not much of tv person but I dont mind a movie or 2 :)my approach on education development is by not being in front of a tv but more being a leader , being outside and enjoying nature with fun activities:) I have...

Care Member says "Thea was AMAZING with my 3 year old! She helped me out very last minute and kept in touch with me the whole time with updates. My son said he had so...

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Lixin Z.

Part -time Home Care

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Personal care
dementia
respite care
home modification
hospice services
+ 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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Barbara E.

Patient Special Needs Nanny / Distance Learning Assistant

Minneapolis, MN

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello! My name is Barbara, I spent 12 years running a pool as the Aquatics Director. My passion was teaching students with special needs. When I was furloughed due to Covid, I began to nanny and tutor my nephews, which I loved! I missed working with my special needs clients, however, and made a career change to PCA, caregiver...
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Maliah-mae P.

Special needs taker!

Minneapolis, MN

from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am currently 23 years old I am working on my master's degree in environmental science for the past nine years I have been in the childcare business with ages ranging from newborn to School age. I have also had experience with in-home care for kids with ASD. I can also taking care your love ones who needs extra special needs....
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Abby B.

Special Needs- Special Care

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
9 years experience
Available to care For those with special needs and I am not afraid to ask questions to be sure I am offering the most professional and supportive care.
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Sheridan T.

Special Needs Professional

Minneapolis, MN

from
$16/hr
2 years experience
I am a future Occupational Therapist passionate about helping individuals become more independent in their everyday activities. I worked at a daycare filled with excited children of all ages and currently am a Resident Assistant in an Assisted Living home. As you can see, helping people is my passion and I can't wait to see what...
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Ari B.

Experienced Caregiver / Special needs

Minneapolis, MN

from
$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi! My name is Ariannah and I have 6 years of experience working with kids and 2 years working with seniors. I have baby sat, nannied, and I worked at a daycare ages 0-5 for 1 year. I worked at a senior care facility for 2 years. I also lived and cared for my grandma for 3 years until she eventually passed away. I am available...
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Amelia T.

Special Needs

Minneapolis, MN

from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Amelia and I am currently a mental health professional. I have over 3 years of experience working with kids who have a variety of diagnoses (ASD, ADHD, developmental, etc) and have earned a bachelors degree in developmental psychology. I also love to babysit outside of my work hours and am more than happy to work...
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Sarah U.

Support And Coach For Adults With Special Needs

Minneapolis, MN

from
$25/hr
9 years experience
My name is Sarah and I support and coach clients on the cognitive and autism spectrum. Diagnoses I have worked with are OCD, DD, Schizophrenia, Down Syndrome, Autism and ADD. All support I provide is done in the philosophy of person-centered care. Every individual I work with is different and how we spend our time together is...
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Amina M.

Special Needs

Minneapolis, MN

from
$17/hr
I have a people that I work with. It has a different disability and I have a team. Who I am in charge of it they work with me do they really capable with their work
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  • 250 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $20.85/hr as of January 2026

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.8

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Minneapolis, MN are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 95 reviews of the 251 listed special needs caregivers

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.

Katie W.

Katie cared for my son (together with her son) for almost a year. She is a phenomenal educator and person, and her son is adorable! Katie is...

- Courtney T.

Dolma D.

Dolma was available for us last-minute so we could could enjoy a break on Valentine's Day. She did great with the kids and they were sound...

- Dannah D.

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