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Minnetonka, MN

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$22/hr
Hi my name is Claire, I have worked as a special education paraprofessional going onto 4 years now. I work supporting kids on IEP's in a larger classroom setting, supporting their goals and following intervention guidelines from the special education teacher of the classroom. I am very passionate about this work and have worked...
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Spring Park, MN

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Since a young age, I've been passionate in helping the developmentally disabled due to having a close family member that suffered from developmental handicaps. I have over 10 years of experience in this field. I am searching to continue my care taking for a family in need of someone who is willing to share their love, kindness,...
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Nanny/Babysitter/Playmate

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 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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Minneapolis, MN

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Hi! I am a collegiate student athlete currently attending Assumption University and I am open to helping out families and persons with support for kids and animals! In my free time I volunteer with Special Olympics and also have years of experience as a special education support staff and as a Personal Care Assistant. I also...
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Caregiver/ Household Manager

Eden Prairie, MN

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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Experienced private caregiver and care coordinator with 15 years supporting older adults and individuals with disabilities, including those with complex medical needs. My experience includes dementia, neurological conditions, mobility limitations, and long-term care in private home settings. My role has often extended beyond...
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Positive Sitter And Fun Creator

Minneapolis, MN

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hi, I'm Harley! I have over 15 years of experience as a sitter and 6 years of direct care experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities ages 12-75. I'm a former Water Safety Instructor and am trained in CPR, First Aid, and as a Medication Aide, so safety is always a top priority for me. I graduated from the...
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Ariauna L.'s Photo

Minneapolis, MN

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$23/hr
1 year experience
I have a special place in my heart for individuals with special needs. My uncle has special needs and has taught me so much about patience, compassion, and the importance of creating a supportive environment. In high school, I participated in a buddy program where I was paired with students with disabilities, and I also spend...
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18 Years Old, 12th Grade At Holy Family Catholic

Mound, MN

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$15/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have been babysitting since I was in 5th grade. Over the years I have gained experience from ages 3months-12years old. I am very good at creating a relationship with the kids, so that I do not seem like a person who is "just watching" them. By being able to do this the kids are able to have more fun and are able to be more...
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Emilia J.'s Photo

Excelsior, MN

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$20/hr
2 years experience
This year I worked in the DCD room at Minnetonka High School. I also PCA for many kids in our classroom too. I feel at ease working with kids of any ability and making them not only feel safe but identify strengths in order to build skills to be independent.
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Karen - Retired Physical Therapist

Minneapolis, MN

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a retired physical therapist and mother of 3. My youngest has just graduated from high school. I am looking for part time work and love helping people with special needs I am a very kind, patient and loving person. People also say I am very fun :-) I am an excellent driver and would always make the safety and well being of...
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Amy H.'s Photo

Minneapolis, MN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hello. I'm Amy. I am a childcare professional, licensed substitute teacher and Certified PCA with 10+ years of experience caring for children from newborn through age 22, including those with special needs. Background spans public schools, substitute teaching, preschool instruction, household management, nannying, and PCA work....
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Tehya L.'s Photo

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
2 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm currently a school-age childcare provider for grades K-5. I have two years experience working with children ages 6-11. I'm CPR and first-aid certified. Experience with special needs children. I enjoy doing arts and crafts. You can count on me to follow your household rules. I'm happy to help with cooking, Cleaning, laundry,...
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Marharyta S.'s Photo

Hopkins, MN

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
I worked with children with special needs. I have three children of different ages, the youngest is 4 years old. I love being helpful to people and I love helping children grow. I have a reliable car, I don't smoke, and I love animals. I also have certificates. I can start work immediately.
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Marcia M.'s Photo

Hopkins, MN

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$18/hr
9 years experience
I am a mother of a child with a disability. He is 26 and continues to live with me. I have a lot of experience with him, helping out at school, with his friends and also professionally through accra care and care. com jobs. I am a loving, caring, patient, caretaker for people with disabilities. I feel my lifeskill is being a...
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Kristina B.'s Photo

Minneapolis, MN

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$27/hr
20 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds is my passion. For 20 years, I've had the joy of supporting families as a childcare provider. My approach is patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I have experience caring for up to four children at a time, including those with special needs. I communicate with parents using their preferred method and am...
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Kristina B.'s Photo

Minneapolis, MN

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$27/hr
10 years experience
I have 15 plus years experience working with children with special needs. I have experience working with emotional and behavioral disorders, developmental cognitive disabilities, ADHD, autism, down syndrome, epilepsy, diabetes, and a wide variety of others throughout my many years working in the local school district. I have...
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Compassion, Experience, And Training

Hopkins, MN

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I have been told that I have a talent for communicating with and calming special needs persons; I believe that is due to experience and intuition, plus deeply wanting to help those that need it. I have more than 20 years experience working with young people or adults with special needs. I was a PCA in a group home and...
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Nakiya S.'s Photo

Minneapolis, MN

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
In the summer of 2017, I nannied for one little girl (age 2) in Rochester, MN. I found this job through Care. com. This ended due to me moving away for school. For three years, beginning in 2019, I was employed at All Saints Academy Montessori. In my first year, I had the privilege of working with infants aged 6 weeks to 20...
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Caring & Experienced Babysitter | Summer Nanny Available

Minneapolis, MN

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Norah, and I am a senior at EHS. This fall, I will attend the UOI, majoring in Health Sciences. I am currently looking for a part-time summer nanny position and would love to spend the summer with your kids! I have over four years of babysitting experience and enjoy working with kids of all ages. I also have...
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Experienced Babysitter/Nanny Available

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
5 years experience
I have experience as a classroom assistant in a special education classroom. In terms of nanny or babysitting experience, I have not worked specifically with kids with special needs. However, I strongly believe in treating them the same as any other kid and just having fun, playing, and learning with them.
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