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Melissa H.

Caring And Reliable

Minnetonka, MN

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$13/hr
10 years experience
I have worked at both ends with 5 years working with older folks and in special education for 10 years with kids ages 10-19 years. I currently work with preschoolers in a small specialized treatment program. People are beautiful.
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Hattie P.

Minnetonka, MN

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$12/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Hattie and I have worked as a direct support professional/pca and nursing assistant for the last 3 years. I love working with people who are considered special needs, elderly or just need some help!
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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
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
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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Emma C.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! I am a 27-year-old licensed educator with over 13 years of experience working with children. I have been a nanny, camp counselor, Para educator, and special education teacher. I have always loved working with children! Covering some basics: I have my own car and I am willing to drive children to activities. I love all...

Kendall B. says "Emma was awesome! She was on time and even stayed later. My son had nothing but great things to say."

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Clarissa G.

Babysitter/Summer Nanny

Eden Prairie, MN

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been babysitting for about 15 years for friends and family. I was a nanny for four summers during high school and college. I cared for two different families during that time, one family with older children and another with an infant and toddler. I also have experience with non-verbal and special needs children as well....
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Janet H.

Experienced Babysitter and Teacher Available Part and Full-Time

Hopkins, MN

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Katherine F.

Fun Babysitter And Smile Creator

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi! I have many years of experience and would love to help out with your children! I am a very reliable, responsible, bubbly and fun person who loves kids! I have a special needs sister who I care for a lot and absolutely love it. I have over 10 years of experience and am a NICU nurse. I can help with Light Housekeeping and...

Tori K. says "Loved working with Katherine! Showed up on time and ready to go. My children adored her, and my dog did too!"

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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
Visiting nurse
dementia
personal 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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Erika O.

American Graduate Student With Special Needs Experience In Edinburgh

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
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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Doreen B.

Special Needs Helper

Chanhassen, MN

5.0(0)
from
$40/hr
I will ensure your loved one is cared for fully. I have four children in which are grown adults and I often get comments on how well behaved and what great young adults they are. I would love to continue to help out and give my love and attention to other children. I had a cousin with Down syndrome and she actually graduated...
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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
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
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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Emily C.

About Emily

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Emily and I love working with kids! I studied child advocacy and policy at MSU as well as social work (I've not yet finished my degree but plan to part-time/ online in the Fall of 2025 or spring of 26). I am going to be transferring to a university that has a BSW program so that my masters will only take a year. I...

Manasi C. says "She was wonderful with my daughter .. she read her books, played with her, made sure she was comfortable. Definitely would like to work with her in...

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Susan M.

General

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a mature, experienced and fun-loving college graduate who loves to play with, read to and teach kids of all ages. I have experience working in a daycare and as a nanny, as well as in homes but for the past 10 years I've mainly been a nanny in several homes and you can talk to those parents. I am smart, honest, caring and a...

Care Member says "Susie has been a part-time nanny to our boys (now 5 and 7) for three years. She has built strong relationships with them both - my 5 yo put her first...

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Kristiana H.

Babysitter/Nanny Plus

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
In addition to successfully (but not perfectly) raising and launching my own three sons, I have extensive experience caring for children of all ages, including special needs children. I love children, and love to engage them in reading, music, outings and activities, arts & crafts, discussion and fun. Turns out this is my happy...

Jasmine K. says "We loved Kristiana when we interviewed her! She really engaged with our kids during the interview and they really responded to her. She was a great...

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Lixin Z.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
I enjoy working/taking care of people. I have been working as a Certified Medical Assistant in internal medicine for 17years. My clinical experience could help with making clinical decisions if needed. I have also been working as a CNA/HHA/PCA in assisted living/memory care or the last 18 years. The home care skills could help...
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Alicia S.

Person Centered

Mound, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have worked in this field for 15 years. I love what I do and have held positions as a PCA, DSP, Lead DSP, resident service coordinator and House Coordinator. I have experience in seizures, SP tubes, wheel chairs, lifts, hearing aids, asthma, diabetes, stoma care, breathing tubes, feeding tubes and much more. I enjoy taking...

Care Member says "- She is a bright, hard-working individual who has experience with group homes and individuals with special needs. - She is kind, funny, and...

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Carla L.

Part-Time Caregiver Available During The Summer

Eden Prairie, MN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been a pediatric Speech Pathologist for over 30 years. I have worked with a variety of age groups and needs. I am unable to do lifting over 40 lbs. I love this work because I enjoy helping kids and their families.

Sherri F. says "Carla is a very kind, nice, trustworthy, and caring person. I trust my granddaughter in her care, and was able to remain focused at work while Carla cared...

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Kris U.

Part Time Care Provider

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been involved in the care giving field for over 10 years and every client I've ever worked with is near and dear to me. I grew up around many special needs people as my mom works at a day program and often brought clients to our home for holidays and other occasions. In my professional career I have worked in group homes...

Jenn D. says "Kris is an exceptional human being. They were our after school care for my child with autism 3-4 days a week. Kris made after school fun. I felt that...

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Sophia R.

Creative, Fun Caregiver With Experience In Supporting Individualized Needs

Eden Prairie, MN

from
$20/hr
Travel
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 10+ years of experience in caring for children. I began babysitting in middle school and nannying in high school and have gained additional skills in caring for children with a variety of special needs. I worked at a behavioral clinic for children 4-10 with Autism for 2 years and would love to use my experience to...
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Sarah K.

Nanny/Babysitter/Playmate

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Sarah and I'd love to come hang out with your kids! I have nannied during the summer since I was 14 and I love it! My favorite thing is taking kids on adventures and watching them learn! I have watched special needs children as well as worked with educational needs such as tutoring and homework. I love the outdoors and...
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  • The average posted rate is $12.00/hr as of May 2026

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Daria H.

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...

- Gina W.

Emma C.

Emma was awesome! She was on time and even stayed later. My son had nothing but great things to say.

- Kendall B.

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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