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Jessie D.

College Student Passionate About Working With Kids!

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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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Kalley E.

Fun And Reliable Caregiver!

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I'm an experienced and dedicated caregiver with 12+ years of care experience, including special needs care. I started in 2009 as a caregiver for a newborn and grew into a trusted support for many amazing families. Over the years, I have broadened my caregiving approach to include those with special needs, fostering a...

Courtney K. says "Kalley is an absolutely incredible caregiver. I cannot recommend her enough. She is creative, outgoing and responsible. In her time with our family she...

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Janelle J.

Experienced Caregiver/ Nanny

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience
What could be better or more rewarding than working with kids! Here's a little about my background: I have been working as a nanny for 2+ years, and have over 15 years of experience as a pediatric/developmental Occupational Therapy clinician, working with children from infancy through their teens, and includes private practice,...

Care Member says "Janelle was our child's nanny from 15 weeks to 18 months, and we couldn't have been happier with her work. During her time with us, Janelle was...

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Noelle C.

Caring Registered CNA/TMA. Looking For Part-time Hours / Flexible Schedule

Saint Paul, MN

4.8(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hello Families, I am a CNA/PCA with over 35 years of experience supporting children, teens, adults, and seniors with a wide range of needs. My background includes caring for individuals on all levels of the autism spectrum, as well as those with neurological conditions, ADD, ADHD, Alzheimer's, dementia, and emotional...

Molly Z. says "Noelle has a kind, gentle energy that my girls really respond to. She is always on time and is flexible if we need her earlier or later on certain days. I...

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Mary V.

MaggieMae

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience
Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I have cared for special needs newborns just starting life to caring for my patients in Hospice at the end of their life. I have over 25 years of experience caring for the most vulnerable. I guarantee empathy and the most dignified care.

Katie H. says "Mary is likely the most caring, competent provider and person I have ever met. She takes the extra time and effort to make sure you are comfortable and is...

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Courtney R.

Patient, Loving, Experienced Nanny

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Courtney and I am 27 years young. I have a laid-back personality with an immense amount of love and patience for all kiddos. I have been a nanny since 2016 and I've had the blessing of meeting and working with 3 different families from care. com! My experience includes ages newborn to teenager and special...

Meg U. says "We are privileged to employ Courtney as our nanny. Courtney has been a reliable, flexible, fun, loving, and hard working nanny for our family and son since...

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Kate C.

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi I'm Kate! I love hiking, camping, and anything music-related (choir + several instruments). I am the oldest of 6 kids including twins, and have about 9 years of childcare experience covering all ages. I'm understanding, creative, observant, and really enjoy making connections with the kids I've gotten to hang out with....

Elana N. says "Kate has watched our 1 year old son on quite a few occasions including full days where he's stayed home from daycare as well as date nights. She has always...

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Kalley E.

High Energy & Activity Driven Caregiver!

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
I'm an experienced and dedicated caregiver with 12+ years of childcare experience, including special needs care. I started in 2009 as a caregiver for a newborn and grew into a trusted support for many amazing families. Over the years, I have broadened my caregiving approach to include those with special needs, fostering a...
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Kimberly B.

A Little About Me!

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi there! I am a mom of 4 adult children as well as 'Nama 'and Bonus mom/grandma to many. Over 35 years in Childcare/Caregiver experiences, to owning my own, park and rec, shelters and Childcare Coordinator. I have worked with many ages from Infant to Seniors. I have my Associates Degree in Child Development. I am also certified...

Juan Z. says "I may be a little prejudice in this review as I am Kim's fiance but in the 10 years we have been together I have never met another mom as dedicated to the...

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Brooke B.

CNA & NCS - Sister Of 3 Brothers, Experienced, Loving & Caring

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Career nanny with over 10 years of formal experience. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) & hold up to date CPR & First Aid certifications. I have SUID (Sudden Unexpected Infant Death) & AHT (Abusive Head Trauma) Prevention Training & I also have completed Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) training & I have taken several infant...

Molly H. says "Only babysitter I've ever had. Great with my 3 kids. She loves them and they love her! So blessed with her kind soul."

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Amanda D.

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Amanda, and I'm a loving and patient mother of two wonderful boys, one of whom has special needs. Through my own parenting journey, I've gained a deep understanding of how to nurture children with care, structure, and empathy. Being a mom has taught me how to balance compassion with consistency -- creating a...

Manyvone K. says "Amanda is very good at what she does. She's one of the most caring person I know. You would be very blessed to have her! "

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Janelle J.

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
Hello! I have over 15 years of experience as a pediatric Occupational Therapy provider, working in private clinical settings, within client's homes, and in early childhood education/grade school. In addition to my OT experience, I have over 4 years of experience as a nanny, and have previously worked as an in-home personal...

Care Member says "Janelle was our child's nanny from 15 weeks to 18 months, and we couldn't have been happier with her work. During her time with us, Janelle was...

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Ashley R.

Full-time/part-time Babysitter

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi there! I started babysitting about 7 years ago. I have experience working with children from ages 1-13 years old. On top of babysitting, I was a teachers assistant where I learned how to work with children with special needs. I have tutored with AVID and helped with Spanish, writing, SAT prep, math and reading skills. I have...

Henry H. says "Ashley was great with our three kids. Helpful, positive and energetic. Would definitely hire again."

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Christa J.

Responsible, Calm, Sweet, Fun Sitter!

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! My name is Christa. I graduated with my Psychology degree in 2017 from The University of Minnesota and I have been caring for children for 15+ years. My most recent experience has been working with babies, toddlers and pre-k kids. I also spent four years as a PCA for a boy with special needs. I truly love working...

Care Member says "Christa watched our two kids while we went out for a date night and she was great! Our daughter is already asking when she can come back again. "

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Paige L.

Caring, Responsible, And Patient Caregiver!

Saint Paul, MN

4.2(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Paige! With over 16 years of childcare experience, including full-time nannying for children from 2 months to 11 years, I'm passionate about creating fun, safe, and nurturing environments for kids. I've worked with children of all ages, including multiples, special needs and premature infants, and love helping kids grow...

Michelle A. says "Very warm and gentle with my little ones!! Paige keeps my kids off of the TV / iPad and keeps them busy with activities. She always brings science/art...

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Huda A.

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hey, my name is Huda. I am 32 years old. I have experience working with kids since I was 16. I love everything about children and the main reason I love working with them because they bring happiness and positivity in my life! I am very efficient, friendly, dependable and punctual. I have experience with kids of all ages and...

Ariel J. says "Our daughter LOVED Huda. She is caring and loved spending time with our 6 month old daughter. We hope to hire her again when we come back to visit!"

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Katrina S.

Full-time Nanny / Family & Household & Personal Assistant

Saint Paul, MN

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Through the years I've heard variations on that refrain many times. I truly love taking care of all the things around the home so that the people I work for are able to spend as much time together and doing the things that bring them joy as possible. I've worked with children of all ages and always love getting to know each one....

Ashley Z. says "Katrina has been great to have in our home! She does a great job managing the household from everything from meal planning, prep, cleaning to laundry and...

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Bloom I.

Special Needs Caretaker

Saint Paul, MN

from
$22/hr
10 years experience
I have had many years working with people with disabilities. Primarily I have worked in the mental health field with people with mental illness. I also have experience working with people with physical disabilities. I have a degree in psychology and enjoy, and am good at, communicating with and supporting people with special...
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Laura K.

Summer Nanny Experienced With Multiple Special Needs.

Saint Paul, MN

from
$23/hr
8 years experience
During the school year, I work as a special education paraprofessional in a local elementary school, and have done so for the past 8 years. I have cared for children with various developmental, intellectual, behavioral, physical, and academic needs. I also have experience with childcare in general. I am looking for a part-time...
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Kristen D.

Experienced Special Needs Caregiver

Saint Paul, MN

from
$15/hr
1 year experience
I am available part-time or full-time. I have some experience working with children with special needs through the years. I worked for an agency years ago and they placed me with a family for a summer and the boy was 10 years old and had multiple needs. I have worked with other families as well, on occasional sitting.
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  • 157 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.38/hr as of November 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Saint Paul, MN

Special Needs Caregivers in Saint Paul, MN are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 54 reviews of the 157 listed special needs caregivers

Kalley E.

Kalley is an absolutely incredible caregiver. I cannot recommend her enough. She is creative, outgoing and responsible. In her time with our...

- Courtney K.

Janelle J.

Janelle was our child's nanny from 15 weeks to 18 months, and we couldn't have been happier with her work. During her time with us, Janelle...

- Care member

Noelle C.

Noelle has a kind, gentle energy that my girls really respond to. She is always on time and is flexible if we need her earlier or later on...

- Molly Z.

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