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Barbara A.


Iowa City, IA

$10-15/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

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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...
Worked in a supported community living setting for 4. 5 years providing personal care, preparing meals, assisting with activities of daily living, and assisting with finances.
I have 4 years of experience as a caregiver. Helping people w special needs
Essodapidjem can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, hospice services & more
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Home Health Aide

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Lynsey D.


Iowa City, IA

$10-15/hr7 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Lynsey and I am a full-time student at the University of Iowa. I am in the Therapeutic Recreation Program and hope to become a child life specialist one day. I have worked at a Educational Child Care facility for 3 years now, which has allowed me to work kids ranging in age and needs. I was able to work with a...
Hi - I'm currently a senior at the University of Iowa studying therapeutic recreation . I am offering special needs services and senior care, and household services. I have been a caregiver for 5+ years for elderly and people with disabilities. I am open to helping out with household errands and can cook, clean. I have...
Elizabeth can also help with: Errands, transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia
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Alisa B.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$14-19/hr5 yrs exp

Just A Mom Looking To Help

I'm a mom of 3 kids and 1 are special needs. I just here to help, make life run smoother. Take the stress off the family and make sure everyone is safe and gets to where they need to go, or get supper done in time before the kids head out to sports. I've been a CNA and a med tech for quite awhile. CPR certified.
Alisa can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Laresa N.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$12-20/hr6 yrs exp

CNA

I am certified nursing assistant with experience working in a variety of fields. I have cared for the elderly and individuals with disabilities in my work life, and children ranging from infants to teenagers in my personal life. I am a very patient, dedicated person and I believe in providing the best care I can.
My name is Kelsey and I am currently a student at Kirkwood in Cedar Rapids. I currently work at Hyvee in Iowa city. I have worked there for almost 3 years. I currently have experience with a coworker that has slight autism. In high school I was involved in an organization called Best Buddies. I also worked and helped with...
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Ronda R.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$12-17/hr10 yrs exp

Ready To Help

hi my name is Ronda.. I have taken care of a child with cerebral palsy as a nanny for 2 years.. and I currently take care of my mom who has advanced Parkinson's. please feel free to ask any .. thank you
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Elizabeth B.


Iowa City, IA

$14-20/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Sitter

Hi I'm Liza I have over 5 years of experience with working with kids and adults with special needs. I am a current senior at University of Iowa. I am majoring in Therapeutic recreation and hope to become an occupational therapist. I have worked as a private caregiver for multiple children with disabilities and really strive to...
Hi there! My name is Jennifer and I have about 5 years of childcare experience and working with children with special needs (mainly autism). I am a special education paraeducator with the Iowa City Community School District and I absolutely love working one on one with students with special needs. I have a big heart, lots of...
Hi there! I'm Jackie, with decades of experience in childcare and special needs care. As a mother of five (one with special needs), I've honed my skills to provide a safe and nurturing environment. Professionally, I've worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in hospitals and homes and with Discovery Living and REM....
Jacquelyn can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
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Beth M.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$11-16/hr5 yrs exp

Available Sitter And Nanny

Hello! My name is Beth, and I am a recent graduate who both loves to work with kids and has a lot of experience working with them! I have worked as a child care provider since I was 16, earned a degree in Elementary education, worked in several classrooms, including special needs classrooms and have experience working with...
Beth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Kelly C.


Iowa City, IA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Caring Sitter With Behavior Technician Experiences

Hello! I am a Therapeutic Recreation major with a disability studies minor at the University of Iowa. I am pretty available Tuesday, Thurdays, and weekends I am super passionate about caring for kids and adults with (or without) disabilities since I was previously a behavior technician. Most of my school classes are virtual this...
I have about 4 years of experience providing care to individuals with special needs. Some populations/ diagnoses I've worked with: -Geriatrics/Adult: Settings: Nursing Home, Inpatient Psychiatry Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Huntington's, and Dementia (primarily comfort focused: decreasing confusion/agitation, improving quality of...
Being the oldest child, I have been a leader from a young age. I started off watching over my younger siblings when my parents weren't home and then began babysitting for neighborhood families when I was 13. I realized soon after that I wasn't just caring for my siblings because my parents told me to or babysitting for the...
Lily can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jordan S.


Iowa City, IA

$13-25/hr1 yrs exp

Loving, Patient, Understanding Nanny

Hello! I'm Jordan and I am a 22-year-old woman! I have an Associates degree from College, and years of nannying experience, both live-in and live-out with a wide range of ages and abilities. I have professional experience working with a foster family where I took care of many children cycling through their house from newborn all...
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Camille D.


Iowa City, IA

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Your Next Childcare Providor!

If your kids are ICCSD students and have a day off, so do it! If you need a babysitter those days, I got you covered! I have been babysitting for over 10 years! I enjoy providing a fun and safe environment for kids that will promote a great time for all. I have experience with children with ALL abilities. Including having...
Camille can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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

First Aid

CPR

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