Find Trusted Special Needs Child Care Near Me in West Des Moines, IA

I've had experience working with individuals with special needs in a variety of different areas including daycare, babysitting and therapy. I am also attending college for special education. I very much enjoy working with those with special needs largely because of my brother who has been diagnosed with special needs.

I am CPR Certified, detail oriented, proactive, responsible, thoughtful, patient, and pleasant. I am married with 2 bonus children, 3 fur babies, and 2 turtles in which all I adore. When I'm not working, I spend my time relaxing with the people I love.

I am a CNA, I've worked with children ages 3 months to 12 years. I have also worked as a Caregiver at Home Instead Senior care where I assisted clients with feeding, bathing, toileting, and other everyday tasks!

I have worked with children who have disabilities for over four years. I have done respite care and supported community living. I have some experience in the acute-hospital based setting as well. I am going to nursing school and plan on working with children who have special needs when I graduate.

I have a passion of working with kids and adults. I have worked in the school system. Was an advocate for trouble children , also have worked with adults and youth with special needs. I enjoy helping youth or adults meet their goals and seeing them smile! I also have extensive training in trauma informed care.

Hello, I'm Kenza, an 18-year-old Ankeny high graduate. I am currently an after school nanny for an 9-year-old who is on the spectrum and semi-verbal. I've been at said job for nearly a year now. I'm also a direct support professional at Easter Seals Camp! I'm currently looking for another part-time morning position while my... show more

I took care of my special needs son and now he is 36 years old. I was the only one that had patience for him. we play games and basketball ball together. I'm the only one in the family that has anything to do with him.

For about four years I tutored and baby sat a child with autism. He was high functioning but also had adhd and was hard to keep on track. I helped him accomplish daily activities and tutored him for school. I enjoyed being able to help him, and see the smile come across his face when he was able to finish a task or got a problem... show more

I've worked as a nanny for the last decade but for the last few years have cared for a little boy with CDKL5 genetic disorder. He's non verbal and needs constant supervision and he's taught me so much. I have really enjoyed my time with him.

Hello, my name is Matracea; I typically go by Macy. I am a senior at Iowa State University majoring in Early Childhood Education. I graduated from DMACC in May 2018 with an Early Childhood AAS degree and am currently working towards my Bachelor's degree in ECE. I completed my CNA class in March 2019. I have worked in childcare... show more

Hi my name is Kelley. I have many years experience working with Special Needs Children and Adults. I've worked in several different settings. Schools, residential facilities, group homes and direct care. I really love it! I have great references . My last position lasted seven years. He was 18 when we started working together.... show more

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... show more

I have been a family nurse practitioner since 2003 and have worked with all spectrum of populations. Was a practitioner at Blank for a long time. I am also a mother of 3 young adults. I have extensive pediatric experience. I am CPR certified and a mandatory reporter.

Hello! Recently got out of the military hoping to start school, but in the mean time hoping to help anyway I can! I was a caregiver before I joined the military, but also was a nanny/sitter. So as a caregiver, I Assisted with personal care, bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting. Prepared basic food preparation. Administered... show more

I have worked for Crest Services 10 years. Worked for Progress Industries, Behavioral Technologies, Mainstream Living, DSI, Mosaic, Prelude Behavioral Services, Mecca. I have been a Community Care Case Manager, Behavioral Intervention Specialist, and Program Coordinator for Urban Dreams and Bhis Specialist for Innovative... show more

Hello! My name is Maria . I am a 34-year-old mom of 4. I work in education full time and I am looking to offer respite care to 1 child over the summer. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Development, Paraprofessional certificate, substitute teacher certificate, and I am CPR and First Aid certified. I have worked as... show more