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Anna W.

Experienced Care Giver Available

Wayzata, MN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different As unique as each of us is that how much unique are our needs, preferences, and dreams. My goal is to listen, understand and apply my skills and knowledge to help the individuals I work with meet their daily goals. I have many years of experience in carrying for...
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Katie G.

Empathetic & Easy-going Specialist

Wayzata, MN

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Hello there! I'm a kind, empathetic, and flexible caregiver. If a friend or family member had to describe me I believe they'd say that I'm a tenacious young adult who knows how to roll with the punches. I have extensive experience working with children and teens suffering from mental illness, including substance abuse - as both...
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Kylie Ann S.

Wayzata, MN

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
Kylie - Experienced & CPR-Certified Babysitter & Pet Sitter Hi! I'm Kylie, and I have 7 years of experience caring for both children and pets. I've worked with kids of all ages, including those with special needs, and I'm CPR certified. I worked 1. 5 years at Westonka Public Schools' after-school program. Now I currently work...
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Keri F.

Keri F.

Wayzata, MN

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 15+years of nanny experience! I have cared for children ages birth-13 years. Currently I am a nanny for a 20-month-old boy in Minneapolis (leaving because mom is not returning to work after the birth of second child). I am also employed as a child care provider at the Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery on a rotating...
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Sherri B.

Experienced Caregiver Available - 30 Hour Minimum Per Week

Wayzata, MN

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 18 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
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...
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Sherri B.

Certified Personal Care Assistant

Wayzata, MN

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
mobility assistance
+ 1 more
I believe in doing what you love when it comes to employment. Working with special needs children and seniors over the past 45 years is what I love and enjoy the most. I have a degree and have worked in the medical field in an office setting in the past but I wasn't happy. I truly enjoy working and spending time with seniors and...
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Aasha F.

Excelsior, MN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
I have always done some sort of babysitting or nannying for children since I was a teenager in high school. I also work as a paraprofessional with special needs children and I love to spend time with my son who is almost 3 years old. I have had a few PCA jobs in the past and had some jobs working with children.

Jenny A. says "Aasha is very caring and patient, always putting the needs of children first. She loves to play and do crafts with kids. She's very good at making kids...

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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
grocery shopping
meal prep
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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Kori S.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
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...

Lindsey T. says "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...

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Casey A.

Chanhassen, MN

4.7(1)
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$34/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hi I'm Casey and I love working with children! I have experience with children ages 1 month-14 Years, special needs included. I was a teacher at a daycare for 6 years, teaching infants and preschool. I have also had an after school nannying job and sporadic babysitting jobs for about 9 years. I work in special education in a...

Care Member says "We first met Casey in the infant room at my son’s daycare. We have since forged a friendship and she has been a wonderful presence for my kids. Casey is...

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Susan M.

General

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a mature, experienced and fun-loving caregiver 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. I am smart, honest, caring and a good problem solver. I have a professional background in fundraising also, but most recently, I have been...

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)
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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
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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Ann G.

Compassionate Caregiver

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have extensive experience working with individuals of all ages, body types, and diagnoses residentially, in schools, and at day programs. I currently hold my PCA certification in the state of Minnesota and was a Medicaid provider in Columbus, Ohio. I currently work as a nanny and in assisted living.

Kerry S. says "Anny has been our young-adult daughter's caregiver for almost two years. We are so fortunate to have enlisted her services. Anny is an extremely gifted...

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Alicia S.

Person Centered

Mound, MN

5.0(1)
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$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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Kelly D.

Summer Nanny/Babysitter

Hopkins, MN

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Hello all! My name is Kelly, and I am looking for a part-time or full-time nanny job for this summer! My start and end dates are flexible, as well as daily start and end times. I am bilingual in English and Spanish and would love to be with kids who are the same. I have experience and enjoy working with all ages, but am best...

Kara D. says "As first-time parents, we are so happy we hired Kelly. She has been a great help to us and our 6-month-old. She has been wonderful with presenting our son...

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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
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Emma C.

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
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$16/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
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)
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$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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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Sarah D.

Maple Grove, MN

4.8(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi My name Is Sarah a little bit of background on myself. I have three amazing children ages 22 19 and 11. I'm a single mom to the two oldest and raise them on my own. I was a stay at home mom with my children. I was blessed to be able to do that until they went to full-time kindergarten. I'm very reliable. I'm very honest. I'm...

Gert M. says "Sarah is a hard worker and she is thorough in her work. She is dependable and it’s good to be able to count on her to show up on time and to do a great job...

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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
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
travel
+ 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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  • The average post rate is $22.17/hr as of December 2025

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Wayzata, MN are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Aasha F.

Aasha is very caring and patient, always putting the needs of children first. She loves to play and do crafts with kids. She's very good at...

- Jenny A.

Katherine F.

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

- Tori K.

Kori S.

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...

- Lindsey T.

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