Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Adel, IA

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.

Brenda S.

Adel, IA

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

A Caring Adult That Would Treat Your Children With Respect

I was a certified nursing assistant that took care of elderly clients and I also took care of my special needs son. I took care of my great nephew since April 2022 and he is 2 years old now. I work at Little tigers learning center since May 14th, 2023. I work with the little ones. I can cook, clean and drive your kids to...

Brenda can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

Mckenzie S.

Dallas Center, IA

$10-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I have an extensive amount of experience as a respite & SCL provider working with all ages of people & all different kinds of needs. I am also a BHIS counselor in DSM - if you have any interest in behavioral health services feel free to ask questions!

Alexandra C.

$15-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Alexandra, or Lexie for short! I absolutely love working with children, and have been doing so since I was 16. I have over 3 years of experience working at an elementary before and after school program. Through this job I worked with all kinds of children, including those with special needs. I also have over 6 months of...

Alexandra can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Lexi was polite, professional, and my kids liked her quite a bit."

Robert M.

Addie Y.

$20-29/hr • 8 yrs exp

Fun Kid-loving Sitter

5.0

(7)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

My name is Addie, I am 22 years old and live in West Des Moines. I am looking for a full-time (40+hrs), long term nanny job. I have been in childcare for over 3 years professionally. I primarily work with infants and toddlers, but have experience with all ages. I also have daycare experience, with one title being assistant...

Addie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0

"Addie babysat my daughter last minute which was a blessing for me. I'm a stay at home Mom and barely get time to do anything for myself. Addie responded quickly to my messages here and was eager to watch my daughter! She arrived on time and was extremely sweet! I...

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Lydia S.

$20-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Lydia!

3.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Over the past couple years I have gotten my both my basic and advanced CNA. I have worked in a nonprofit pediatric care unit and am very passionate about what I do! I'm pretty easy going and love to hang out with others. Hope to meet you and your family soon!

3.0

"Lydia committed to specific hours but was also in school so when got busy didn't want to work. She quit by text without notice. Paid her more in training than she actually worked. She would work best with very high functioning individuals or babysitting."

Kathryn C.

Jenna R.

$25-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapy Experience

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a patient, caring, intelligent individual who has lots of experience working with children. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology with a focus in the Arts. I enjoy creative activities, pretend play, and stimulating learning. I have some tips and tricks for shaping behavior, and experience in positive cognitive...

5.0

"I worked with Jenna as her supervisor, working with youth on the Autism spectrum. She was hardworking, friendly, and dependable. She was able to use the likes of her clients to build a relationship and help them learn. If I could help it, I'd have her continue to...

Ashley M.

Katie K.

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Katie and I moved to DSM one year ago for my husband's job with the DSM fire department. Currently I am a nanny for two children under age 3 with another one on the way! I have 1 year experience as a preschool teacher, 4 years experience providing respite services for kids and adults with special needs and 2...

Katie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Cooper J.

$13/hr • 1 yrs exp

Highschool student who can nanny throughout the summer! In my spare time, I like to read a lot, reading has always been a steady hobby for me. I also like to write short stories in my spare time. I also love to swim and have been a kids swimming instructor in the past. My first job with kids was volunteer work with special...

Cooper can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Kendra S.

Waukee, IA

$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

I am a Certified Nurses Aid and have been working with the elderly in nursing homes as well as assisted living facilities for 3 years. I also have experience working with special needs children and adults as well as blind and deaf children and adults. I am available most nights except Mondays. I have classes most days 9am-11...

Kendra can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, dementia

Skills:

CNA

Susan H.

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nurse Caregiver

I am a registered nurse. I have worked as a supervisor in long term care facilities caring for seniors with dementia, rehab for hips and knees post-surgery and many other diagnosis.

Amanda B.

Waukee, IA

$23/hr • 20 yrs exp

I've worked with children for over two decades because I love helping them and their families thrive! I'm calm and collected in stressful situations and find humor in most circumstances. I follow parents' preferred communication methods to keep them informed about their child's day. If any issues arise, I discuss them promptly...

Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Debra M.

Grimes, IA

$10-20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with children and adults with special needs for 5 years. My experience was with people with Down Syndrome, autism, Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, mild to severe MR, and more.

Jocelyn M.

Windsor Heights, IA

$16-50/hr

Fun Energetic Sitter

I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with child care and any extra jobs or chores! I have worked with many special needs children. I love doing crafts, art, playing outside, swimming, and more!

Jocelyn can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Alivia S.

$20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I'm an outgoing and creative caregiver with a passion for nurturing children's growth. I have 8 years of experience working with children through babysitting and coaching recreational activities. This past summer, I worked at Easterseals summer camp as a counselor for children with special needs. With that job, I led campers...

Alivia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Sierra C.

Johnston, IA

$15-25/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sierra and I have 10 plus years of experience working with kiddos in both professional and in home settings. I have a lot of experience with younger children (6 months and up) and children with special needs. I am CNA, RBT, CPR and basic first aid certified. I also have training with g tube feedings. I also...

Sierra can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

Evalyn M.

Grimes, IA

$16-50/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Evalyn but my nickname is Evy. I am the oldest of 3 siblings and have experience with some disorders within them all which can at times be challenging, but I believe patients and understanding is key to building healthy trusted relationships with the people you care about. I am a very tidy person and I love to...

Caitlan R.

Johnston, IA

$17/hr • 15 yrs exp

Pediatric Nurse Seeking Evening/weekend Position!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I am a pediatric nurse and mother to one 3-year-old son. I have been passionate about caring for children from a young age. I have been babysitting since my early teen years and worked as a nanny through out college. I am seeking night time and weekend positions that allow my toddler to tag along with me. My CPR...

Caitlan can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Ann J.

$10-15/hr

Caregiver

I am not experienced with special needs persons, but I am willing to try to take care of someone with special needs. I am an experienced nanny and babysitter. I am loving and kind. I have passed a background check.

Katie K.

$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter