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Find special needs caregivers in Iowa City, IA that you’ll love

34 special needs caregivers are listed in Iowa City, IA

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of February 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 4 years

Special needs caregivers in Iowa City, IA

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Bailey R.


Iowa City, IA

$14-15/hr4 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Bailey. I am a recent graduate from the University of Iowa with my Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation. I plan to go graduate school next to get my Doctorate in Occupational Therapy. I have 4 years of experience nannying, babysitting, working in a daycare facility with ages ranging from infant to 12 or older,...
Bailey can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Ada.. I love caring for children and helping them grow and learn. I have been caring for children for the last eight years. I have done everything from occasional date night babysitting to full time nannying. I have watched up to four children at a time, ranging in age from eight months to 15 years. I have...
Ada can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Christopher was one of the best PCA's for our 17 year old with autism. He is so kind, professional, laid back but really detailed in the care and attention he gave to our son. I felt totally confident our son was in great hands. Christopher was always on time,...

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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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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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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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have many years of experience working with children and families from diverse backgrounds. I have experience working with various special needs as well.
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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...
Hello! I've been a nanny for the past 6 years and I've worked with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. I also have experience with working in a daycare in the infant room. I love doing arts and crafts and going to the library whenever I can. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
Hi there! My name is Emily and I love caring for children. I have experience with my nephew with Autism. He is currently 7 and non verbal. I also babysit my coworkers baby since he was born who is now 6 months old. Let me know if you have any questions!
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Amy E.


North Liberty, IA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

I have 22 years of experience teaching students with special needs. I have a masters in special education. I have been a nanny for the last year for a toddler and a caregiver for an elementary aged boy with autism for the past 8 months. I was also a afterschool caregiver for a 5-year-old boy for a year. I am very responsible and...

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