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Alyssa M.

PART-TIME

Alyssa M.

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Ankeny, IA

$15

Hourly rate

8

Years exp.

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Meet Alyssa

28yrs

female

Speaks English

I am always looking for semi-regular or occasional hours. I have a degree in Therapeutic Recreation with a certificate in Disability Studies from Iowa....

I am always looking for semi-regular or occasional hours. I have a degree in Therapeutic Recreation with a certificate in Disability Studies from Iowa. I've worked with children and adults of all ages with special needs in several settings including in the home, at camp, in school, and in the community. I have experience with a wide range of diagnoses including Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and behavioral challenges. I am also familiar with some adaptive equipment and G-tube feedings. I am a fast learner and extremely patient. I enjoy getting to know the kids I work with and finding activities they enjoy doing. I am reliable and try to go above and beyond for the families I work with. Please let me know if you think I would be a good fit for your family!

Highlights

  • Non-smoker
  • Comfortable with pets
  • Infant (up to 12 months)
  • Youth (1 to 11 years)
  • Teen (12-17 years)
  • ADD
  • ADHD
  • Aspergers
  • Autism
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Blindness/visual impairment
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Cognitive disabilities
  • Deafness
  • Dyslexia
  • Developmental delays
  • Down syndrome
  • Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
  • Mental illness
  • Mobility challenges
  • Muscular dystrophy
  • Pervasive Developmental Disorder
  • Rett Syndrome
  • Sensory Integration Disorder
  • Willing to care for sick kids
  • Speech delay
  • Spinal cord injury
  • Tourette Syndrome
  • CPR training
  • First Aid training
  • Alyssa can also help with:

    Ambulation
    Bathing/grooming/hygiene
    Dressing assistance
    Epi pen injections
    Errands/shopping
    Feeding
    House cleaning
    Laundry
    Meal preparation
    Positive behavioral support
    Repositioning
    Respiratory care
    Seizure attendance
    Stimming attendance
    Assistive technology/AAC
    G tubes

    Education

    University of Iowa

    Graduate Degree

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