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Hallie L.


Urbandale, IA

$16-26/hr

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Hello, my name is Hallie. I'm a second year nursing student. I Iove arts and crafts, being active, and going on adventures with kiddos of all ages. In high school I worked at Childserve and now I currently am working at Cedar Ridge Nursing Home. I am also pet friendly and love all animals! Look forward to meeting your family:)
I am happily married and have 7 children with my amazing husband of 21 years. I have 2 children with special needs (deaf and losing vision and one with autism as well). I love being a mom and wife.
Angela can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping
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Brittney C.


Windsor Heights, IA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

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.
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Chassie B.


West Des Moines, IA

$17/hr • 1 yrs exp

About Me!

Hello! My name is Chassie, and I'm a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over 8 years of experience in providing exceptional care for children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. I strive to create a supportive and nurturing environment for those I care for. I have worked with families in various capacities,...
Chassie can also help with: Companionship, errands, light cleaning, mobility assistance, live-in home care, meal prep & more
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Della S.


West Des Moines, IA

$16-49/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hi there, I'm Della! I have had no education or special training to care for people with special needs! However, I currently care for a disabled man one night a week and am happy to provide him as a reference. I'm reliable, optimistic and reasonably intelligent . I'm very good at caring for people and I'm very fit and capable of...
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!
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Rachel N.


Urbandale, IA

$20/hr • 6 yrs exp

Full-time Summer Caregiver Available

I have a solid background in childcare, spanning various roles from babysitting and after-school programs to supporting children with special needs. I have great experience in daycares, taking care of infants. I have also been working at the Waukee preschool as a special education associate during the school year for 3+ years....
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Katie K.


Urbandale, IA

$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: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kinnady A.


Windsor Heights, IA

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter

I have 3 years of experience as an occupational therapy assistant working with children ages 0-13 with special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping as well as additional things upon request
Kinnady can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Chloe H.


Des Moines, IA

$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello! I've been working professionally as a CNA since 2018. I am state certified as a caregiver and BLS/First Aid trained. I have experience in both elderly communities and with children with special needs. I also have two littles of my own, who are my world! I currently work in a facility with children, and I really enjoy it!...
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Sanjana S.


Des Moines, IA

$18-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Babysitter/Behavioral Therapist In DSM Area

Hello! My name is Sanji and I am currently a 21-year-old student at Drake University. I have about 7 years of babysitting experiences. I have taken care of infants, toddlers, elementary, middle, and high school kids. I also have a background as a behavioral therapist in special needs care, specifically children with Autism...
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Mary K.


West Des Moines, IA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Infant/toddler/preschool Interventionist

I have a Bachelor's degree in child development with a career in early childhood intervention. I currently work with preschoolers with special needs.
Mary can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Susan H.


West Des Moines, IA

$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.
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Alivia S.


Urbandale, IA

$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, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hi there, I am currently an online ISU student in their education program. I grew up with two brothers with special needs, one older and one younger. I also worked as a one on one associate for preschoolers with special needs. I am very understanding of our good days and our not so good ones. I'd love to get to know your...
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Madison V.


Waukee, IA

$17-18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Madison! I am a nurse, and I work as an RN Care Coordinator for group homes for special needs children/ young adults. I have knowledge in g/j tube feedings, trachs, seizure disorders, and just pediatrics in general! I grew up babysitting for what seems like the majority of my tiny hometown. I love working with...
Madison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Emily M.


Grimes, IA

$14-19/hr • 10 yrs exp

Speech Language Pathologist

I work full time as an outpatient pediatric speech language pathologist for children ages birth to 21 years of age. Working with children is my passion and I strive to make strong bonds/relationships with those I work with and care for in order to make sure the child (and family) feels comfortable and safe. I have 5 years...
Emily can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Leah R.


Des Moines, IA

$18-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available (until The Start Of School - Hours Will Vary)

I have cared for quite a few children, most in the age range of newborns to 12. I have experience working with special needs kids, sick kids, and babies. I can give baths, put to bed and feed, take them places as needed, and help with homework. I am looking for something part-time as I'm in school. I currently work at ChildServe...
Leah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

CPR

First Aid

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Mary K.


West Des Moines, IA

$25-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have a bachelor's degree in child development, and I am a licensed occupational therapy assistant. I have 8 years of experience as a child development specialist with infants and toddlers with special, and I am in my second year as a paraprofessional with children aged 3-5 years who have IEPs and special needs. I am a mother...
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Heather F.


Des Moines, IA

$20-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Care Giver Available

I have several years experience working with special needs. I have experience as a site supervisor at group homes and experience working in an inpatient hospital.

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