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42 special needs caregivers are listed in Cedar Rapids, IA

The average rate is $15/hr as of November 2024

The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 7 years

Special needs caregivers in Cedar Rapids, IA

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Amy D.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Provider Available, Special Needs Experience

5.0

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I have over 30 years experience with children, as well as over 29 years experience . I m also an adoptive parent to three special needs children, who are now grown. I am very understanding to all children, and sensitive to individual needs, triggers, etc.
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Amy D.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny / House Manager - Specializes In Newborns, Multiples, And Special Needs Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have nearly 30 years of experience working with children, I am a certified parent educator, and I have over 15 years experience working with special needs children. I have cared for children ages newborn up to teens and have experience with multiples and large families. I understand child development very well, and I am a...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Amy'so personality is amazing and contagious! "

Jamie C.

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Ella P.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

I Am Currently A Senior. I Enjoy Cooking, Singing, Staying Active, And Being Outdoors.

I am a sophomore at the University of Iowa, currently studying social work and psychology! I am 19, have been babysitting since I was 13 and have been working full-time the past 2 years. I love music, dancing, sports, animals, staying active, hanging out with friends, and being outdoors. I assist with childcare, housekeeping,...
Ella can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature."

Care member

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Lauren L.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I am currently a nurse at UIHC as well as a care provider for my disabled father. I understand the need for consistent caregivers with special needs individuals and would love to help out!
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Ronda R.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Ready To Help

hi my name is Ronda.. I have taken care of a child with cerebral palsy as a nanny for 2 years.. and I currently take care of my mom who has advanced Parkinson's. please feel free to ask any .. thank you
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Chelsea F.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver

Hello! I have worked for 13 years in the human services field in various positions, involving direct care with clients. I supervised several group homes, including those with elderly clients. Before that I worked with children in daycare settings. I am currently a host home mentor and care for someone in my own home. My...
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Liesl B.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$15-50/hr2 yrs exp

Looking For A Caregiving Position!

Hello, i'm 19 years old. I am looking for a caregiving job to fulfill my interest of helping others and looking after others. I have experience nannying and babysitting, as well as working as a direct service professional. Right now I am still working as a DSP locally. I think my strongest assets in caregiving are my patience,...
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Laresa N.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$12-20/hr6 yrs exp

CNA

I am certified nursing assistant with experience working in a variety of fields. I have cared for the elderly and individuals with disabilities in my work life, and children ranging from infants to teenagers in my personal life. I am a very patient, dedicated person and I believe in providing the best care I can.
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Christina S.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Experience with special needs children and adults with autism, sensory, anxiety, bipolar. Let's just have fun! Willing to care for two children.
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Beth M.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

Available Sitter And Nanny

Hello! My name is Beth, and I am a recent graduate who both loves to work with kids and has a lot of experience working with them! I have worked as a child care provider since I was 16, earned a degree in Elementary education, worked in several classrooms, including special needs classrooms and have experience working with...
Beth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Being the oldest child, I have been a leader from a young age. I started off watching over my younger siblings when my parents weren't home and then began babysitting for neighborhood families when I was 13. I realized soon after that I wasn't just caring for my siblings because my parents told me to or babysitting for the...
Lily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Alisa B.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Just A Mom Looking To Help

I'm a mom of 3 kids and 1 are special needs. I just here to help, make life run smoother. Take the stress off the family and make sure everyone is safe and gets to where they need to go, or get supper done in time before the kids head out to sports. I've been a CNA and a med tech for quite awhile. CPR certified.
Alisa can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Kylie! I love spending time outdoors, biking, reading and spending time with children and animals. I have experience with children of all ages, multiples and special needs. I have been caring for children for 15+ years. I enjoy encouraging creativity and playtime with the children I care for. Outdoor play, reading, crafts...
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Lauren L.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Child Caregiver, Nurse

I've been involved in child care/nannying/senior care since I was 12. I absolutely adore children and animals. I'm very comfortable with caring for special needs, infants, and those with Alzheimer's or dementia. I'm currently a nurse at The University of Iowa and have a few days off every week. I would love to help out with your...
Lauren can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

CNA

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Kambira M.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Kambira M.

It has been my passion to be part of the large Health System Communities, and make differences in people's life. Working in this field as Caregiver, has lead me to learn more compassionate, understanding individuals with special needs, even increasing my hospitality. By working with Professional staff in Health system, have...
Kambira can also help with: Live-in home care, companionship, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

I have 4 years of experience as a caregiver. Helping people w special needs
Essodapidjem can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Hello, I am a senior at the University of Iowa studying Environmental Planning and Bio-science. I am looking for a job over winter break when I return to my home town of Marion, Iowa. This past summer I was a naturalist intern at Indian Creek Nature Center. My job was to help teach and care for a large group of kids at summer...
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Paige B.


Marion, IA

$18/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a recent graduate at University of Iowa. I studied Environmental Planning and Bio-science. I am looking for a full time position M-F, and could pick up occasional other jobs. During summer of 2019 I was a naturalist intern at Indian Creek Nature Center. My job was to help teach and care for a large group of kids at...
Paige can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Paige is very quiet, but is really great at working with kids. My son, in particular, has moderate to severe intellectual disability, is non-verbal and is not toilet trained (he is developmentally a 14 year old, 100 pound toddler). Paige jumped right in to work...

Carrie B.

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Sydney L.


Marion, IA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

I have 4 years of experience working with kids with special needs. I am an associate as a school and have been a CCO employee for a family over the summer. I am also getting a Special Education degree
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Emilee C.


Marion, IA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Outgoing And Fun Loving :)

As a nurturing caregiver with a decade of experience, I am passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. My journey in childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my natural ability to connect with children and positively impact their lives. My patient, creative, and...
Emilee can also help with: Carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cedar Rapids, IA

Amy D.

5.0

Amy'so personality is amazing and contagious!

- Jamie C.

Ella P.

5.0

I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature.

- Care member

Paige B.

5.0

Paige is very quiet, but is really great at working with kids. My son, in particular, has moderate to severe intellectual disability, is non-verbal and is not toilet trained (he is developmentally a 14 year old, 100 pound toddler). Paige jumped right in to work with our son and he loves her. The...

- Carrie B.

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