Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Norwalk, IA

$15/hr • 4 yrs exp

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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

Alyssa M.

$15/hr • 8 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...

Haley B.

Altoona, IA

$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny/Sitter

Hi! My name is Haley and I have been working with children for almost 10 years now and there is nothing better. I have gained most of my experience working with children within the school systems and caring for my nieces a d nephews. I also am a new mother myself and I am currently a stay at home mommy. I have my bachelors...

Haley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Sophia K.

Waukee, IA

$20-25/hr • 3 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Sheryl Y.

$16/hr • 10 yrs exp

Bus Driver For 30 Years And Looking For A Job That Involves Kids.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am new to Iowa (been here a year) but not to childcare. I have 2 adult children and 3 grandkids. I drove a school bus from 1992 through 2021. I also worked in the cafeteria, as a special needs aid and wore many more hats as needed during that time. My best references are the kids in my neighborhood although I have adult...

Sheryl can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Emma L.

Waukee, IA

$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hello! I currently work as a Special Education Associate! Looking for daytime hours. I have experience with children and young adults with disabilities!

Alexa H.

Altoona, IA

$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp

Outgoing And An Avid Sand Castle Builder

Hi! Im Alexa! I am the oldest of 6 children. I have lots of experience with infants, toddlers and pre teens. Swimming, zoo or outdoor activities are an absolute must in the summer! I have my own vehicle. Of course when nap time comes, relaxing and having indoor fun is just as great. I am CPR certified, I also have my CNA as well...

Alexa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more

Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

Pabitra B.

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Care Provider Part-Time

Hello! My name is Pabitra. I have 5 years of experience in working as a Certified Nursing Assistant. I also have over a year of experience in working with quadriplegic. I feel like that I can be a good fit for you. I'm willing to work on your schedule which does work with mine, too. If you are still looking for a caregiver, let...

Kelley M.

$15-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver Available, Love To Work With Special Needs Children.

Hi my name is Kelley. I have many years experience working with Special Needs Children and Adults. I've worked in several different settings. Schools, residential facilities, group homes and direct care. I really love it! I have great references . My last position lasted seven years. He was 18 when we started working together....

Britney M.

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare For Des Moines Area Families

Hi there! I am Britney. I have been in childcare since I could begin babysitting and have enjoyed babysitting, nannying and teaching kids of all ages since. I have experience with infants and children with special needs. I am a certified teacher taking a break from full time teaching. I taught for 7 years. Please keep me in...

Britney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Sydney H.

Urbandale, IA

$11-16/hr • 2 yrs exp

Sydney -From Urbandale, Iowa

I started working at Respite Connection in 2018 and 2019. I worked with five different kids throughout Respite who all had different special needs. I grew a lot as a person and caregiver for people with special needs and loved seeing the children grow in their skills. In the Fall of 2019 I started working at Generation Next with...

Sydney can also help with: Light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

Elsa W.

$14-19/hr • 1 yrs exp

Fun Nanny

Hi, my name is Elsa and I am 23 years old. I love spending my days with children and caring for them, whether it's playing outside, planning fun-filled days, cooking/baking, putting them down for naps, or simply watching a movie. I am available and flexible when it comes to my work and I have 2 years experience with being a...

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: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Carter J.

Urbandale, IA

$13-18/hr • 7 yrs exp

I began baby-sitting while I was in middle school and have continued to baby-sit for children of all ages and with different needs. I have a little sister who is eight years younger than me, so I have had many opportunities to care for a young child even in my own home. I have baby-sat for many of the families in my...

Stephanie M.

$15/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Stephanie. I have lived in the Des Moines area for about 4 years now. I do work full time as an occupational therapy assistant, but have a very flexible schedule. I am returning to school at DMU in August to get my doctorate of occupational therapy. I am looking for something flexible, most likely...

Stephanie can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

Janiya P.

$20-25/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have 2 years of experience working with children with autism/ adhd/ and mental disorders. I can help with Travel/Errands and behavioral support. In the past, I was busy helping raise my nieces (1 has adhd and 1 has odd/ add), especially during the pandemic; becoming their nanny and teacher. I had a nanny family back home that...

Miranda S.

$16/hr • 1 yrs exp

The only experience I have is with mental illnesses. I have met many people over the years who struggle with all types of different mental illnesses. One includes my uncle, who has a few different conditions. I also struggle with a couple illnesses including fibromyalgia and some mental illnesses. I know a lot of the do's and...

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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling

Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Sierra C.

Johnston, IA

$20-30/hr • 1 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: Dementia, companionship, personal care, specialized care, mobility assistance, respite care & more

Skills:

CNA

Kelley M.

$8-20/hr

Caregiver/companion