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Special needs caregivers in Grimes, IA

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Evalyn M.


Grimes, IA

$16-50/hr4 yrs exp

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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...
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Debra M.


Grimes, IA

$10-20/hr5 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.
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Emily M.


Grimes, IA

$14-19/hr10 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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Savannah C.


Des Moines, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Summer Nanny

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a certified Montessori 3-6 teacher (preschool and kindergarten). I have been teaching for 6 years at this age group. I have 11 years of experience ranging from infants to middle school age children. I also have experience in working with special needs children. I am looking for a semi regular job this summer. I am flexible...
Savannah can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Erin M.


Ankeny, IA

$20-22/hr5 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Erin. I live in Ankeny, Iowa. I have a BA in Child Development from Rowan University. I have experience with children ranging from infancy to teenage including ones on the spectrum and other special needs. I do have my own car with a great driving record. I do not drink/smoke and am pet friendly.
Erin can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

CPR

5.0
"Great caregiver and treated us all like family. Very dependable and not afraid to tackle any request we had. Always uplifting and very caring. 10/10 would recommend for anybody who needs an extra friendly face around the house to help with all needs!!"

Mikayla K.

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Paulette S.


Urbandale, IA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked with children and adults who have experienced abuse.
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Addie Y.


West Des Moines, IA

$20-29/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Kid-loving Sitter

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
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.


Urbandale, IA

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Lydia!

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.

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Jenna R.


West Des Moines, IA

$25-30/hr1 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapy Experience

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.

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Payton B.


Des Moines, IA

$13-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hey! I'm Payton, I have 4 years of experience in childcare. I've worked as an art teacher, swim instructor and coach, summer camp counselor, part-time babysitter, and special needs assistant. I currently attend school at Drake University, I am a part of Delta Gamma Sorority and Student Senate. I am Lifeguard certified, CPR and...
Payton can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alexandra C.


Urbandale, IA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

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: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Lexi was polite, professional, and my kids liked her quite a bit."

Robert M.

Hi! My name is Michaela and I am from Johnston. I recently graduated with my bachelor's in special education. I have a lot of experience working with all children, but primarily children with special needs. I have worked as a special education associate, autism day program assistant, substitute teacher, and respite provider. I...
Michaela can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sophia K.


Waukee, IA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 3 years of experience. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Crafts. I have worked with children of all ages, my most frequent ages are infants and preschoolers. I am working towards my bachelors degree in psychology and currently work with children with special needs.
Sophia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sierra C.


Johnston, IA

$20-30/hr1 yrs exp

Loving And Patient Assistant

I have my CNA certification with experience working in a nursing home and respite care for people with special needs. I am kind, hard working, patient and attentive.
Sierra can also help with: Companionship, specialized care, personal care, dementia, respite care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

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Madison V.


Waukee, IA

$17-18/hr10 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, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Alyssa M.


Ankeny, IA

$15/hr8 yrs exp

Respite Caregiver

I am always looking for semi-regular or occasional hours. I have a degree in Therapeutic Recreation with a certificate in Disability Studies from Iowa. I've worked with children and adults of all ages with special needs in several settings including in the home, at camp, in school, and in the community. I have experience with a...
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Lydia T.


Des Moines, IA

$18-25/hr2 yrs exp

I have worked providing care and support to youth and adults with ASD, ADHD, and other mental disorders for the past two years. I love getting to make a difference in their lives and the life of their families as well by providing them with the level of care and support that they require to thrive and be successful.
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Jordyn E.


Ankeny, IA

$18-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hello! I'm a college student with a flexible schedule. I love working with kids, and have been babysitting since I was 10. I have four years of experience working in a daycare setting. I've worked with kids of all ages and have lots of experience with infants. I have also worked at a school as a one on one with children that...
Jordyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Molly R.


West Des Moines, IA

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver Providing Excellent Care & Support.

Hello, I have 7 years of professional experience with disable adults & the special needs community. I am currently employed as a direct support supervisor for a group home that assists disabled adults with special needs/variety of intellectual disorders. I am currently looking for a second employment to better support my...
Molly can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

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Kealey V.


Ankeny, IA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, I'm Kealey!

Hi I'm Kealey! Im moving to California in May and am looking for a nanny family to join! I graduated from Iowa state university with child adult and family services in 2018. I nannied all through college for the same family, I then worked in a daycare and in the special ed room at an elementary school. Then I decided to go back...
Kealey can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Grimes, IA

Erin M.

5.0

Great caregiver and treated us all like family. Very dependable and not afraid to tackle any request we had. Always uplifting and very caring. 10/10 would recommend for anybody who needs an extra friendly face around the house to help with all needs!!

- Mikayla K.

Addie Y.

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 went and got my nails done and...

- Care member

Lydia S.

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.

5.0

Jenna was great with our two dogs. We really appreciate her kind demeanor and professionalism. I would highly recommend Jenna.

- Lisa M.

Alexandra C.

5.0

Lexie was punctual and our kids really liked her.

- Tori B.

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