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60 special needs caregivers are listed in Rockford, MN

The average rate is $15/hr as of June 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 10 years

Special needs caregivers in Rockford, MN

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Kaitlin L.


Hamel, MN

$17-29/hr2 yrs exp

child care

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Hello! My name is Kaitlin . I am 18 years old and will be graduating from High School this June. I love kids of all ages and pets! I have 2 years of prior nannying experience ( 4 and 6-year-olds) and I am also a frequent babysitter for children of all ages (infant-12+). I also work as an activities assistant at a memory care...
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Nicole F.


Rogers, MN

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

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Mostly my experience has been with my 10-year-old cousin with autism. I have babysat her almost her whole life, and I care for her often. I have also job shadowed at an Elementary School learning the care for special needs children.
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Lizzie T.


Delano, MN

$23-25/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello, I'm Lizzie, coming from a bustling family of nine, where caring for younger siblings and cousins has been a constant in my life. Over the past six years, I've dedicated myself to the caretaking profession. My journey has spanned roles from a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), tending to the elderly, to my most recent...
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Barbara J.


Maple Plain, MN

$10/hr

Fun-loving Experienced PCA Looking For Evening And/or Weekend Hours

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*no longer searching for employment I apologize for any inconvenience this has caused. Best of luck!
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Halle T.


Buffalo, MN

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Caretaker With Experience With Autism. Knows ASL And Knowledgeable About Many Other Disabilities.

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I am currently taking my third year of ASL, I have a job working with students with various disabilities (mainly autism), and was a live-in nanny caring for four children with two having ASD. I go to school at UW-Madison and am currently studying to become a Speech Language Pathologist. I am an avid volunteer and supporter of...
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Sue J.


Saint Michael, MN

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Rare Opportunity! Amazing Career Nanny / Household Manager

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I love caring for all children! I have been lovingly caring for children of all ages over 25 years! My personality is fun, out going and encouraging. I'm extremely dependable! Many of my nanny parents are physicians . More than providing care I always try to create a loving, safe, secure, encouraging environment for every child!...
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Michelle N.


Buffalo, MN

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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For almost 7 years I was a social worker working with people with disabilities of all ages. I was also previously a caregiver.
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Ellen S.


Saint Michael, MN

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Nursing Assistant / Home Health Aid And CPR Certified

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Nursing Assistant / Home Health Aid and CPR Certified for 10 years. I have work with special need and Disable people.
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Doreen B.


Chanhassen, MN

$40-50/hr

Special Needs Helper

5.0

(1)

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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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Cindy C.


Minnetonka, MN

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider Seeks Family

5.0

(3)

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Greetings! I am a senior caregiver, preferably overnights I have 10 years experience as a professional caregiver. My services include: hygiene , mobility assistance, medication preparation, and night time comfort and care. My background is full-time ministry , thus I consider senior care as an extension of my vocation. I...
5.0
"Cindy has been a friend for many years. I have always known her to be dependable, trustworthy and an all over great person. She is outgoing, friendly and has a real gift with people. I have an 87 year old mom...

Reviewed by Linda S.

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Brielle N.


Minneapolis, MN

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Personal Care Attendant

5.0

(1)

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I have been a licensed PCA for 3 years and prior to that watched and babysat kids with special needs. Professionally I have worked with ages 3-93 yr olds with different care needs. I recently just renewed my CPR and First Aid License as well. I also worked at True Friends for 2 years (a camp specially designed for special needs...
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Rachel R.


Eden Prairie, MN

$18-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Personal Care Worker

5.0

(1)

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I have been working with adults and children with special needs for most of my life. My grandma owns group home for adults with disabilities. I'm a certified PCW and am comfortable with personal cares, errands, light cleaning, passing medications.
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Ola A.


Minneapolis, MN

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

 The Closest Thing To Being Cared For Is To Care For Someone Else".

5.0

(1)

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I am a personal caregivers, also referred to as personal care aides, help my patients with limitations related to age and ability. I assist my patients with everyday tasks and self-care, such as bathing, taking medication, mobility challenges, seizure disorder, down syndrome, cognitive disabilities, shopping and cooking. I also...
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Breana L.


Anoka, MN

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

Caring Nanny/Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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I adore children of all ages, however, I have a special love for infants and toddlers. I had a nannying job for twin infants that I was been with for 14 months so I have experience with multiples. I prefer interacting with children (completing learning-based projects, outdoor playing, etc.) rather than having them watch...
5.0
"Breana has been with our family for the past 15 months. She has taken care of our twins since they were 1 month old, starting with a few hours a week to eventually coming everyday. She truly has taken...

Reviewed by Stacy L.

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Carla Z.


Elk River, MN

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Caregiver With Years Of Experience

5.0

(1)

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Many years of nursing, teaching, and care giving. Experience caring for children and adults with seizure disorders, spina bifida, Down Syndrome, cancer, and Huntington's Disease. Able to perform cauterization, and give injections.
5.0
"I have known Carla for approximately 8 years. Carla is the grandmother of eight children that are part of two families that I know very well. She is always loving, kind and fun with them while also coaching...

Reviewed by Cheryl J.

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Sophia H.


Mound, MN

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny / Babysitter

5.0

(1)

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My name is Sophia! I have 6 years nannying experience along with experience working with special needs children and adults. I have nannied kids ranging from 9 weeks old to 10 years old. I moved here from South Carolina about a year ago and am looking for a part time nanny position. I am very reliable, have a clean driving record...
5.0
"Sophia is detail oriented, organized, articulate, and always displays an outstanding ability to work independently with limited supervision or as a valuable team member. She is not only reliable, and...

Reviewed by tabitha C.

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Kori S.


Minneapolis, MN

$22/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi, I'm Kori, I am 21 years old, just relocated from St. Paul to Plymouth. I started nannying/babysitting for multiple family friends around the age of 10, as well has helping to take care of my three younger siblings. I have experience with all ages (Newborn-12yrs), as well as with kids with special needs. I have my own car so...
5.0
"We had Kori for over a year as a full time nanny for our 4 year old. My daughter absolutely LOVED her! I can't say enough good things about Kori. She was ALWAYS on time, rarely took time time off, did multiple...

Reviewed by Lindsey T.

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Leticia L.


Hopkins, MN

$24-25/hr6 yrs exp

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5.0

(1)

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A lovely, gracious, and well-mannered person with exceptional ethical principles, family values and a record of providing quality child care service to children of different age groups and backgrounds. A friendly individual who is eager to continue her career in childcare as a nanny. Seeking a full or part-time position in...
5.0
"Leticia F was very sweet and engaging with the kids. They had a blast. We’d definitely hire her again!"

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Maquilia S.


Maple Lake, MN

$19-25/hr8 yrs exp

Educational Fun

5.0

(1)

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As a recreational youth group, I oversaw students homework and helped assist with studying . I handed out after school lunches & snacks, provided a creative outlet for kids such as games, sorted through the daily activities, providing a head count, cleaning, ensuring all supplies and objects are accounted for, Provided after...
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Sherri B.


Wayzata, MN

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Available - 30 Hour Minimum Per Week

4.5

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Extensive experience providing childcare for infants through teens for over 45 years. Previously licensed in foster care and adoption and experience with special needs children. I have four grown children, and four grandchildren. I enjoy cooking, meal planning, errands, and light house cleaning. I have energy, patience, a...
5.0
"Would recommend Sherri to anyone! She watched our 7-month old for an evening and was on-time, kind and great with our daughter! "

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rockford, MN

Cindy C.

5.0

Cindy has been a friend for many years. I have always known her to be dependable, trustworthy and an all over great person. She is outgoing, friendly and has a real gift with people. I have an 87 year old mom that Cindy is going to work with and I am excited for my mom to have Cindy in her life. I...

- Linda S.

Breana L.

5.0

Breana has been with our family for the past 15 months. She has taken care of our twins since they were 1 month old, starting with a few hours a week to eventually coming everyday. She truly has taken wonderful care of our babies. They love her dearly. Everyday she comes into the house with a...

- Stacy L.

Carla Z.

5.0

I have known Carla for approximately 8 years. Carla is the grandmother of eight children that are part of two families that I know very well. She is always loving, kind and fun with them while also coaching them to follow family rules and behave appropriately. I've also employed Carla to care for my...

- Cheryl J.

Sophia H.

5.0

Sophia is detail oriented, organized, articulate, and always displays an outstanding ability to work independently with limited supervision or as a valuable team member. She is not only reliable, and professional, but has excellent interpersonal and communicative skills. She posses the ability to...

- tabitha C.

Kori S.

5.0

We had Kori for over a year as a full time nanny for our 4 year old. My daughter absolutely LOVED her! I can't say enough good things about Kori. She was ALWAYS on time, rarely took time time off, did multiple crafts with my daughter, always made outside time a priority, was good with our animals...

- Lindsey T.

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