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Libby B.


Huxley, IA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

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I am a Christian-Catholic 48-year-old woman. I enjoy fulfilling the caregiver role, as it was my responsibility to do so at a very young age of 9. As the eldest grandchild of a large farming family, I cared for younger siblings/cousins, prepared meals, and cleaned house. Throughout my life I have been blessed with jobs in which...
Libby can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CNA

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Arianne R.


Ames, IA

$12-14/hr15 yrs exp

As a caregiver, my passion lies in nurturing the growth and development of children. With over 15 years of experience, I have honed my skills in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for kids aged 0 to 11. My patient, calm, and creative nature allows me to connect with children on a deep level, creating a...
Arianne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Teresa E.


Ames, IA

$14-19/hr

Family Provider. To Be Of Service To All Your Family Needs Is My Passion.

I am creative, organizational and orderly when caring for a family. I provide all services so a family can come together at the end of a day with all household responsibilities handled, meals prepared, home ready to enjoy. All the while providing a safe and nurturing environment for the kiddos. I am very good at what I do and...
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Taylor K.


Ames, IA

$14-50/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Taylor (23) and I am a caregiver in Ames/Ankeny/Des Moines and surrounding areas. I've had experience with children of all ages-including special needs-and pets. I grew up caring for children within my family, from newborns to middle school age, and started babysitting outside of my family around age 16. I'd...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Kadence H.


Ames, IA

$23/hr5 yrs exp

My name is Kadence! It is great to virtually meet you! I am a 20-year-old professional nanny. I have extended experience with preschool aged children, school aged children, and especially children with special needs! My previous job was as a site suprivisor overseeing a before and after school program for around 50 kids ages 3...
Kadence can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
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Rose P.


Ames, IA

$18/hr7 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'd love to help out and see if I'm a good fit for your family! I'm a student at Iowa State studying kinesiology, I am CPR and first-aid certified, I have my own transportation, and I have over 6 years of babysitting experience. I also have over 5 years of professional experience working with in the aquatics and recreation...
Rose can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

I am currently a nursing student at dmacc! I am looking to expand my experience by assisting those with intellectual challenges.
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Adrianna S.


Ames, IA

$10/hr1 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Adrianna and I am a sophomore at Iowa State majoring in psychology with an interest in child psychology and a minor in human development family studies. I love being with kids and have worked with kids and people with special needs. I love doing arts and crafts and activities like drawing, going to parks, playing...
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Jewel S.


Ames, IA

$18-23/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/ Housekeeper/ Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Jewel, and I am a 19-year-old pre-med biology major at Iowa State University. I have over three years of experience working with children, 5 to 9 years old being the age I work with the most, including some experience working with people with special needs. Other than my childcare job, I have also been a babysitter...
Jewel can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"The night went perfectly and Jewel was great."

Matthew S.

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Loraine D.


Ames, IA

$18/hr4 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Loraine, I'm 23 years old. I have over 4 years of consistent nannying experience for ages 3 months-7 years and also worked in a daycare caring for up to 6 infants at once ages ranging from 8 weeks-22 months. I was a CNA for 2+ years, and a lifeguard for 3+ years. I have taken car seat safety and safe sleep...
Loraine can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

CNA

Jeremy C.


Ames, IA

$10-15/hr

Special Needs Qualifications

All of my special needs experience has come with children on the autism spectrum. Growing up I babysat for a family friend whose son was on the spectrum. My sister also has a son, who I have babysat, that is also on the spectrum. I believe that there is still much to be done to better understand autism. I believe we can find...
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Akela S.


Boone, IA

$13-18/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny/ Baby Sitter

5.0

(1)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Akela. I am currently Studying Choral Music Education at the University. I have worked with Children for 6 years now. I am currently the Choral Assistant for the Children's Choir at University and will continue in the fall. This summer I will have be working one week at a Music camp for grades 1-9. In the past...
Akela can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
5.0
"Akela did a wonderful job of caring for our dogs. She quickly won the trust of our skittish Australian shepherd. "

Sandi T.

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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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Makenza W.


Ankeny, IA

$20/hr2 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Kenza, an 18-year-old Ankeny high graduate. I am currently an after school nanny for an 9-year-old who is on the spectrum and semi-verbal. I've been at said job for nearly a year now. I'm also a direct support professional at Easter Seals Camp! I'm currently looking for another part-time morning position while my...
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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: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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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Savannah C.


Des Moines, IA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Summer Nanny

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: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Rhini A.


Ankeny, IA

$15-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently teaching at Pleasantville Elementary School while living in West Des Moines. I am a special education teacher for grades pre-k through sixth grade. Looking for occasional babysitting hours and to allow parents with children who have special needs an opportunity to get out without stress.
5.0
"Rhini cared for our one year old son and we absolutely loved her! She was easy to communicate with, punctual, and cleaned up before we got home. We are definitely going to hire her again!"

Emily F.

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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, respite care, dementia, specialized care, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

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Katie K.


Urbandale, IA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hello! My name is Katie and I just moved to the Des Moines area for my fiancé job at the fire department. I am a preschool teacher in Johnston. I have 4 years experience providing respite services for kids and adults with special needs and 2 years experience as a daycare coordinator for a center for kids and adults. I have a BA...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Huxley, IA

Jewel S.

5.0

The night went perfectly and Jewel was great.

- Matthew S.

Akela S.

5.0

Akela did a wonderful job of caring for our dogs. She quickly won the trust of our skittish Australian shepherd.

- Sandi T.

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.

Rhini A.

5.0

Rhini cared for our one year old son and we absolutely loved her! She was easy to communicate with, punctual, and cleaned up before we got home. We are definitely going to hire her again!

- Emily F.

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