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44 special needs caregivers are listed in Coralville, IA

The average posted rate is $15/hr as of December 2024

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 3 years

Special needs caregivers in Coralville, IA

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Christopher N.


Coralville, IA

$15/hr

DSP, Tutor, Babysitter.

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I stumbled upon a job at a group home for adults with special needs while I was in college, and I was shocked at how meaningful the work was. I still visit those people when I have free time, as they live near some of my family. I have worked with kids and adults, with a variety disabilities, in a variety of environments. I...
Christopher can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Chris watched my 4 year old son for few hours. My son instantly connected to Chris due to his warm and fun personality. My son had loads of fun and kept asking for Chris after he left. We highly recommend Chris."

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Clari K.


Coralville, IA

$15-50/hr1 yrs exp

Clari

My name is Clari . Healthcare is my passion and being able to help someone caring for special needs and make their day/lives better brings me much joy and peace. Though I haven't been getting paid for healthcare work for a long time, but I've been taking care of family members my whole life that required much care. I would love...
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Christopher N.


Coralville, IA

$10-15/hr

DSP, Tutor, Babysitter.

I stumbled upon a job at a group home for adults with special needs while I was in college, and I was shocked at how meaningful the work was. I still visit those people when I have free time, as they live near some of my family. I have worked with kids and adults, with a variety disabilities, in a variety of environments. I...
I love kids and was certified to teach special education for nine years. I worked 1:1 with a boy with autism in Brooklyn, NY and learned the Sonrise program during that time. I am very patient, understanding and caring.
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Lisette C.


Coralville, IA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

Caregiver Available

I have been sharing my passion, love and time with those with special needs for years now and have been blessed to make a difference in someone's life's. I felt like God has done a lot for us why not give others hope and love? I love taking care of people in need, be there and put myself in their shoes. I feel like if there is...
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Madeline V.


Coralville, IA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Family Oriented Older Sis :)

Hey, my name is Madeline! I am a student at the University. I have a larger family, with 5 siblings. Growing up I started to babysit my younger siblings around 13 years old. I really enjoyed my last nannying gig, I cared for 3 younger brothers; we spent the summer playing in their yard, working on schoolwork as they were...
Madeline can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Greta S.


Iowa City, IA

$10-20/hr

Fun Caregive!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been working with people who have special needs for 5 years now. I have a passion for working with those for those with special needs because they think so differently and there is never a boring moment with them. Last summer, I worked at Camp Courageous. Camp is a place for people of all ages and ability levels. I worked...
5.0
"Greta is as genuine as they come. We couldn't be happier with finding her- we feel like we hit the jackpot! She will be starting with us in a few weeks, so I can not comment on her care-taking skills yet-however our son was all smiles around her when we...

Jenny G.

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Martha K.


Iowa City, IA

$25-30/hr20 yrs exp

Nanny With Infant & Twins Experience Looking for Full-Time Job

I started babysitting when I was 13 yrs. old. I have been a nanny for 11 years. I love kids & have lots of experience taking care of infants, twins, & older children. I worked for a school district for 5 yrs., as a teachers aide, in various classrooms, including a special needs class. I raised 2 daughters of my own, including...
Martha can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Martha is a caring and loving nanny. She would be an Excellent addition to your family."

Lillie T.

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Camille D.


Iowa City, IA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Your Next Childcare Providor!

If your kids are ICCSD students and have a day off, so do it! If you need a babysitter those days, I got you covered! I have been babysitting for over 10 years! I enjoy providing a fun and safe environment for kids that will promote a great time for all. I have experience with children with ALL abilities. Including having...
Camille can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sabra C.


North Liberty, IA

$15-50/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Sitter

I have 3 years of experience, including being a camp counselor for 2 years. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I can also help take care of pets. I have experience working with special needs kids and am going to college to be a special education teacher. I love doing arts and crafts and swimming.
Sabra can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Elizabeth B.


Iowa City, IA

$14-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Sitter

Hi I'm Liza I have over 5 years of experience with working with kids and adults with special needs. I am a current senior at University of Iowa. I am majoring in Therapeutic recreation and hope to become an occupational therapist. I have worked as a private caregiver for multiple children with disabilities and really strive to...
I have about 4 years of experience providing care to individuals with special needs. Some populations/ diagnoses I've worked with: -Geriatrics/Adult: Settings: Nursing Home, Inpatient Psychiatry Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Huntington's, and Dementia (primarily comfort focused: decreasing confusion/agitation, improving quality of...
I'm always looking for families to work with! I am a Public Health undergraduate student, looking to attend medical school in the future. I have worked with kids of all ages, as well as children with special needs. I grew up in a family of 4 kids, and had additional foster children welcomed into our home, so I am comfortable...
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

My name is Kelsey and I am currently a student at Kirkwood in Cedar Rapids. I currently work at Hyvee in Iowa city. I have worked there for almost 3 years. I currently have experience with a coworker that has slight autism. In high school I was involved in an organization called Best Buddies. I also worked and helped with...
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Sydney M.


Iowa City, IA

$12-16/hr5 yrs exp

Evening/Overnight Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Sydney, and I am currently looking for an evening and/or overnight position(s). I am in my senior year of nursing school and have plenty of experience with kids of all ages (infant-13yo). Very interested in infant/special needs care.
Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Madelyn V.


Iowa City, IA

$18-50/hr6 yrs exp

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Hello, I'm Madelyn. I have been studying Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education for the past 3 years at UNI. I have recently decided to take a break from my schooling and move closer to my home town. I would love to find a nanny/caregiver position that offers a consistent weekly schedule. I have a reliable car...
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Nicole K.


Tiffin, IA

$15-25/hr

Responsible And Energentic Caregiver

Hello! At heart, I am a very organized, patient, and caring person. I find joy in caring for others and making their lives easier and happier. I am currently completing my degree in Elementary Education and would like to add an endorsement in Special Education some day! Although, I don't have experience caring for an individual...
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Kelly C.


Iowa City, IA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Caring Sitter With Behavior Technician Experiences

Hello! I am a Therapeutic Recreation major with a disability studies minor at the University of Iowa. I am pretty available Tuesday, Thurdays, and weekends I am super passionate about caring for kids and adults with (or without) disabilities since I was previously a behavior technician. Most of my school classes are virtual this...
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Evelyn P.


Iowa City, IA

$18-35/hr3 yrs exp

Student Clinician

I worked with several different populations as part of my undergraduate work earning a B. A. in Communication Sciences and Disorder. I also worked for a year as a Behavior Technician at an autism center the year after undergrad.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Coralville, IA

Christopher N.

5.0

Chris watched my 4 year old son for few hours. My son instantly connected to Chris due to his warm and fun personality. My son had loads of fun and kept asking for Chris after he left. We highly recommend Chris.

- Care member

Greta S.

5.0

Greta is as genuine as they come. We couldn't be happier with finding her- we feel like we hit the jackpot! She will be starting with us in a few weeks, so I can not comment on her care-taking skills yet-however our son was all smiles around her when we interviewed her and I have full confidence...

- Jenny G.

Martha K.

5.0

I have been a nanny for more than 20 years. I have known Martha for 10+ of those years. She is a caring, reliable and experienced nanny. The family who is fortunate enough to hire Martha will find her to be a blessing to their family.

- April A.

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