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Nicole K.


Tiffin, IA

$15-25/hr

Responsible And Energentic Caregiver

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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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Christopher N.


Coralville, IA

$15/hr

DSP, Tutor, Babysitter.

5.0

(2)

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, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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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...

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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...
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!
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Greta S.


Iowa City, IA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

House Cleaner And/or Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am an enthusiastic and bubbly person. I have worked with people of all ages in my 6 years of experience. I have worked with many children and adults that have special needs. I also have a lot of experience cleaning houses for multiple families. I am very organized and professional.
Greta can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jasmine C.


Iowa City, IA

$15-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hello! If you are looking for someone who is kind, patient, honest with strong work ethic, I'm your provider. I have a real passion and talent caring for others. Rather it be people or animals. I have spent years helping my parents to care for my special need brother who I adore more than anyone I know. We love to watch musicals...
Jasmine can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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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Eva D.


Iowa City, IA

$17-25/hr5 yrs exp

Making Memories

Hi! I'm a reliable, creative, and responsible caregiver who is looking to provide a memorable experience. I have cared for all ages from infants to young adults. With me, you can expect that I will be on time, organized, and well-prepared. I am able to multi task, and I don't mind do extra errand or tasks around the house. I am...
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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...
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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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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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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...

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

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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...
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Barbara A.


Iowa City, IA

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

I have been the care giver for a bright young man deprived of some oxygen at birth. For over four years I have had the pleasure of staying with him in his home every Wednesday . I enjoy taking this great guy out somewhere new every week; we go to lunch, to parks, to the mall and all over. Also for several years I often stayed...

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