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Jennifer J.

Care Support-physical And/or Academic

Prior Lake, MN

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I am a mom of five children and have a variety of experiences from being a classroom teacher and tutor to providing care for small children. I love people of all ages! I am a licensed Early Childhood and Elementary teacher. I am currently in grad school at Bethel University for a Masters of Special Education. I work a...
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Prior Lake, MN

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$17/hr
I love people with special needs. I am a really friendly and sweet person. I am also a night owl so I'd be able to stay awake
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PCA/Paraprofessional

Prior Lake, MN

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$22/hr
3 years experience
I have 3 years of experience as a Para for children with Autism, Pre-school age to 8yrs old in a school setting and 1 yr in daycare. I can help with many duties in the home, errands and travel. I am also trained and have experience as a PCA since June of 2024.
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Hello! My name is Jasmine, I am 22 years old and currently live in Bloomington. I have worked as a PCA since I was a freshmen in high school. I have experiences with a range of ages including children and adults. I have worked with multiple types of special needs including bipolar, Down's syndrome, autism, and MR. I have an...
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Prior Lake, MN

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$25/hr
5 years experience
I am 27 years old and have 5 years of experience as a middle school/high school center based special education teacher. I work with students with Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and Cognitive disabilities. I can work with families to plan what supports are needed or would be best for each individual. I am comfortable...
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Occasional/Part-Time Babysitter Available

Burnsville, MN

4.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
Hi, my name is Justine. I am 30 years old. I live in Burnsville, MN. I have over 15 years of experience child care experience. In the past, I have volunteered in church (3-5 years old,) summer camp (10-14-year-olds,) and I have babysat (ages newborn - 11 years.) I also have experience with special needs children and adults....

Ami H. says "Justine came to work for us one night very last minute after I had a cancellation. She was very polite in our communication. She showed up on time. My house...

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Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Burnsville, MN

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
My experience caring for individuals with special needs started when I was about 5yrs old. I needed to help provide day to day support to my brother, who has Autism. As I got older, I began assisting with the Special Olympics program as a coach. I enjoyed working 1:1 with the players and supporting them as they learned and...

Joan V. says "Kaylie has been a PCA (Personal Care Attendant) for my Autistic son for 5 years. She's been great! With COVID, our needs have changed, since I'm now...

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Miss Amy Or Mimi Z., I Respond To Either One!

Jordan, MN

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I've certainly been blessed to be a special part of as many families as I have over time! I've cared for families with as many as 5 children, blended families, for a family that liked to have a nanny travel with them, for children with special needs, for those with 'days old' infants, to teens old enough to drive. Watching the...

Stephanie B. says "I cannot say enough good things about Amy. I know that sounds cliche - but in this case it is true. Amy is reliable and punctual, she communicates...

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Special Needs Caregiver

Lakeville, MN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have several years of experience, working with several different abilities and diagnoses. I have experience working as a Behavioral therapist, para-professional, pca, job coach and DAPE instructor. I have also worked as a therapeutic wilderness instructor, camp counselor and bike trip leader. I treat everyone I work with with...

Wayne S. says "Greg has been our full-time caregiver for our young adult special needs son, and we couldn't be more pleased with the care he has provided. During the...

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Part-Time Caregiver/Babysitter

Lakeville, MN

3.0(0)
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$15/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Hi, currently I nanny 3 kids about 5x a month. Either Mondays, Tuesdays or Fridays. Would love to care for kids near Lakeville on my off days. I have a son whose 8 and off to 3rd grade this Fall. Looking for a flexible schedule as I'm committed to this one family. I love adventure and arts and crafts. Love dogs too. I'm happy to...
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CCHT

Savage, MN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I'm very passionate and attentive to those with special needs. In my current role as a CCHT in Dialysis I have cared for multiple patients with special needs. The more I care for those with special needs the more I understand their needs. I'm always listening to the needs of my patients and know that sometimes holding their hand...

Tracy S. says "Andrew is very caring, and kind with my blind disabled adult daughter. He immediately connected, and took the time to clarify with her what her...

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Lakeville, MN

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
transportation
I really enjoy helping people! I've spent time supporting both seniors and folks with special needs, and I genuinely love making their days easier and brighter. Think of me as a super helpful assistant and friend. My main roles included: Handling errands and making sure appointments were kept. Cooking up tasty and healthy...
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Lakeville, MN

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
hi, I'm Melissa! I've been taking care of kids my whole life, including babysitting when I was young, being a nanny in recent years, and am currently a PCA for three special needs children. I love pets, am an experienced cook, and am good at keeping a house tidy. although I am not currently CPR certified, I have taken the course...
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Burnsville, MN

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Mom of 4 ages 21-15. My 18-year-old is special needs, and taught me so much over those 18 years. I spent 10 years as a children's pastor. Writing and creating curriculum, easing anxiety of children with separation anxiety. Building and adhering to safety policies. I spent the last 3 years caring for my elderly neighbors full...
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Lakeville, MN

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I'm a patient, friendly, and caring individual with a deep passion for helping others. I've worked with people who have special needs in the past, and I find it very rewarding to help them. I've worked as a CNA in a skilled nursing facility, caring for seniors, as well as working with special needs children in adaptive swim...
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I Am A Fun, Loving, Kind, And Happy Nanny!

Savage, MN

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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi everyone, my name is Hadie! I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old and have had a few nanny jobs since. I am a hard worker and am very reliable. I have taken care of kids from the ages of infants to teenagers, as well as children with special needs. I currently am doing full online college to become a special...
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Burnsville, MN

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am a speech language pathologist who works with children and adults. I am caring, patient and energetic.
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Burnsville, MN

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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Direct Support Professional/Job Coach experienced in working with adults with varying degrees of "abilities". I have a background as a EMT/CNA/PCA. I've worked @ FV S'dale hospital in CICU and also as a substitute school nurse for Bloomington public, private, parochial and alternative schools (pk3-12th grade). I strive to make a...
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Part Time Helper!

Lakeville, MN

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Bridget! I am looking for a part time gig watching and hanging out with some kiddos! I work remotely in Project Management. I have 12 years of experience in nannying and babysitting all age groups of children. I have experience working with kids with special needs, as well as babies and newborns. I love crafts,...
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Special Needs Help PCA

Lakeville, MN

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$10/hr
3 years experience
April 2011-January 2016. Assisted individuals with developmental & physical disabilities, collaborated with clients and co-workers to plan trips and vacations, trained new staff, administered medications, monitored health and wellness of clients. Supported individuals managed banking accounts and bills, planned and balanced...
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Justine D.

Justine came to work for us one night very last minute after I had a cancellation. She was very polite in our communication. She showed up...

- Ami H.

Kaylie V.

Kaylie has been a PCA (Personal Care Attendant) for my Autistic son for 5 years. She's been great! With COVID, our needs have changed,...

- Joan V.

Amy Z.

I cannot say enough good things about Amy. I know that sounds cliche - but in this case it is true. Amy is reliable and punctual, she...

- Stephanie B.

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