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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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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
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
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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Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 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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Summer Nanny/Babysitter

Hopkins, MN

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Part Time Nanny

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
I have been working as a nanny for 20 years. I also am a caregiver. I have cared for children with disabilities as well as with seniors. I also am a pet & house sitter. I live in Plymouth.

Jerry S. says "I have hired Donna four times in the last two years to care for my cat, Figaro, in my home. Figaro is a six-year old male. Each day when I am out of town...

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Hi! I'm Olivia!!!

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(1)
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$14/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 12 families in your area
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Olivia! I am a wifey and mama to a sweet little baby boy. I will be bringing him along if you are comfortable with that, as I am breastfeeding. I am an outgoing, kind, patient, faith-filled, and hardworking individual who loves new experiences, caring for others, values safety & respect, and having fun! As a nanny,...

Care Member says "Olivia and her husband provided a great service on short notice. They had no hesitation about meeting our dogs for the first time on the day they needed...

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

Minneapolis, MN

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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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Maple Grove, MN

4.8(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
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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Minneapolis, MN

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
errands
transportation
light cleaning
I have worked in several group homes that housed adults with special needs ranging from physical to mental ailments. I have enjoyed my work and believe people are people no matter what and that is how I intend to treat everyone.
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Compassionate Care

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
With over 10 years in healthcare, I'm dedicated to providing caring and personalized support to seniors and individuals with special needs. I have worked in assisted living homes, hospitals, and private residences, allowing me to truly understand the unique challenges faced by those I serve. Whether it's managing health issues...
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Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
8 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hey there! Are you looking for a reliable, flexible, and trustworthy nanny or caregiver? Look no more! I spent most of my childhood and 20's taking care of children from all ages! Usually it's hard for kids to open up to unfamiliar faces which is normal, but kids are always drawn to me after one on one interaction. I also have...
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Minnetonka, MN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
Nurturing young minds is truly my passion. My five years of experience caring for children have solidified my desire to positively impact their lives. I'm patient, calm, and approachable, and I create a fun, engaging environment through outdoor sports, board games, and educational activities. I am very comfortable enforcing...
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Creative Teacher And A Fun Person To Be Around!

Hopkins, MN

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 2 years of experience as an education assistant. My qualifications are in behavioral intervention support in the classroom. I help students with ADD, ADHD, ODD, learning disabilities, Autism and other special needs. In addition, I support learners in general Ed class room to reach their literacy and academic goals. You...
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Eden Prairie, MN

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$21/hr
5 years experience
I have worked with many special needs infants, children, adults and seniors. From assisting in a school classroom to helping with personal needs, I am a kind, patient individual who loves to help others succeed in life
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Minneapolis, MN

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I am Geet, a recent graduate from the University of Iowa. I majored in Business Analytics & Information Systems! I have a job lined up at a company called RSM in Minneapolis. I am currently living in Iowa City to spend some more time in the city I love! However with no school, I have lots of free time. The best way for me to...
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Special Needs Care History

Minneapolis, MN

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I have taken care of a maximum of 6 children at once. I have experience working with children diagnosed with special needs and other disorders & disabilities, such as Autism, ADD/ADHD, ODD, Down Syndrome, non-verbal children, and medically challenged children. I am willing to transport children to and from school & activities,...
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Minnetonka, MN

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$20/hr
Hi, my name is Cece! I'm 19 years old and I'm looking for a job this summer! I have over four years of experience working in a daycare setting, where I've had the opportunity to care for and support children with a range of developmental disabilities, including ADHD, ADD, autism, and other delays. My passion for working with...
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Doula/Personal Care Assistant

Eden Prairie, MN

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$22/hr
6 years experience
I have worked for as a Doula and Personal Care Assistant for about 6 years now. I have learned and acquired many skills during this time. Many hands on medical skills, behavioral skills, communication skills and more. What I love most about this job is connecting with people and meeting them where they are. As a Doula I am able...
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Part-time Caregiver

Minneapolis, MN

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$16/hr
3 years experience
I enjoy working with individuals with special needs and have a few years of experience through various capacities depending on 1. the individual's needs (e. g., able-bodied and vocal-verbal child with high maladaptive behaviors and/or lesser-abled/disabled bodied and non-verbal child or adult with high or low maladaptive...
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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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  • 60 special needs caregivers are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.25/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.5

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

Special Needs Caregivers in Wayzata, MN are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Casey A.

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...

- Care member

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.

Kelly D.

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...

- Kara D.

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