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Brittani D.


West Des Moines, IA

$25-27/hr8 yrs exp

Experienced Personal Caretaker

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Let's connect to discuss a care plan to provide your loved one with the cares they need. I am a highly skilled healthcare professional passionate about meeting the needs of your loved ones .
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Carter J.


Urbandale, IA

$13-18/hr7 yrs exp

I began baby-sitting while I was in middle school and have continued to baby-sit for children of all ages and with different needs. I have a little sister who is eight years younger than me, so I have had many opportunities to care for a young child even in my own home. I have baby-sat for many of the families in my...
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Emma L.


Waukee, IA

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! I currently work as a Special Education Associate! Looking for daytime hours. I have experience with children and young adults with disabilities!

Caitlin H.


Johnston, IA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver

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.

Julia R.


Waukee, IA

$10-15/hr2 yrs exp

I have babysat and nannied for one family for the past two years, and volunteered at multiple kids summer camps. I also work through Respite Connection, caring for and teaching children with special needs. I currently have an internship at a therapeutic preschool, where I assist in a classroom once a week.
Julia can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Jennifer P.


Urbandale, IA

$10-20/hr10 yrs exp

Love Children Have Professional Experience With Special Needs.

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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi!! I'm Tori. I have babysat for the last 15+ years, I have been a camp counselor responsible for the care of 10+ little girls, and I am currently a caregiver for an individual with special needs. I am CPR/ First Aid certified and I also have experience nannying. I recently had a baby of my own and I love working with kids! I...
Tori can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hi!! My name is Tori. I am currently a Behavior Technician/ ABA Specialist at Balance Autism. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I also have multiple years of experience working with dementia and alzheimer's with senior citizens. I am also CPR certified. I am very optimistic and am always open and willing...

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