Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in West Des Moines, IA

Hello! I am a 2nd grade teacher hoping to provide respite care on an as needed basis. I have a decade of experience with kids of all ages in recreational and educational settings. I have also provided respite care to several families, worked in special education, and have years of experiences in therapeutic recreation.

I have 10+ years of experience. I can help with child care and any extra jobs or chores! I have worked with many special needs children. I love doing crafts, art, playing outside, swimming, and more!

Hello, my name is Hallie. I'm a second year nursing student. I Iove arts and crafts, being active, and going on adventures with kiddos of all ages. In high school I worked at Childserve and now I currently am working at Cedar Ridge Nursing Home. I am also pet friendly and love all animals! Look forward to meeting your family:)

I've been babysitting/part-time nannying since I was 14 years old. I've had experience with children of all ages, including newborns (overnight as well), autism, and special needs for a teen-young adult with a toddler level functioning level. I have complete baby fever so I love to take care of newborns and toddlers, but I have... show more

I've worked with children for over two decades because I love helping them and their families thrive! I'm calm and collected in stressful situations and find humor in most circumstances. I follow parents' preferred communication methods to keep them informed about their child's day. If any issues arise, I discuss them promptly... show more

I have worked with children and adults with special needs for 5 years. My experience was with people with Down Syndrome, autism, Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, mild to severe MR, and more.

Hello! My name is Evalyn but my nickname is Evy. I am the oldest of 3 siblings and have experience with some disorders within them all which can at times be challenging, but I believe patients and understanding is key to building healthy trusted relationships with the people you care about. I am a very tidy person and I love to... show more

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... show more

Hello! My name is Sierra and I currently work during school hours at an elementary school as a Special Ed Associate. I also work for Childserve as a respite provider on occasion. I love working with kiddos of all abilities and I hope I get the opportunity to take care of yours!

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... show more

I am a caregiver who loves working with those with special needs. This past summer, I worked at Easterseals Iowa as a camp counselor for those with special needs. I learned about lifts and transfers, monitoring seizures, communication devices, some ASL, personal cares, and more. Each person is different and it is important to... show more

Hello! I am a pediatric nurse and mother to one 3-year-old son. I have been passionate about caring for children from a young age. I have been babysitting since my early teen years and worked as a nanny through out college. I am seeking night time and weekend positions that allow my toddler to tag along with me. My CPR... show more

I am a Certified Nurses Aid and have been working with the elderly in nursing homes as well as assisted living facilities for 3 years. I also have experience working with special needs children and adults as well as blind and deaf children and adults. I am available most nights except Mondays. I have classes most days 9am-11... show more

Hi! My name is Madison! I am a nurse, and I work as an RN Care Coordinator for group homes for special needs children/ young adults. I have knowledge in g/j tube feedings, trachs, seizure disorders, and just pediatrics in general! I grew up babysitting for what seems like the majority of my tiny hometown. I love working with... show more

Over the past 12 years I have worked in various healthcare settings including nursing homes, adult day center, in home care/companion care. I love what I do and I am very compassionate about it.

I am a Certified Nurses Aid and have been working with the adults in nursing homes as well as assisted living facilities. I also have experience working with special needs children and adults as well as blind and deaf children and adults. I have class 9am-11 a.m. and 3:00pm-4:45 p.m. most days but other than those times I'm... show more

I've had experience working with individuals with special needs in a variety of different areas including daycare, babysitting and therapy. I am also attending college for special education. I very much enjoy working with those with special needs largely because of my brother who has been diagnosed with special needs.

Highschool student who can nanny throughout the summer! In my spare time, I like to read a lot, reading has always been a steady hobby for me. I also like to write short stories in my spare time. I also love to swim and have been a kids swimming instructor in the past. My first job with kids was volunteer work with special... show more

I am CPR Certified, detail oriented, proactive, responsible, thoughtful, patient, and pleasant. I am married with 2 bonus children, 3 fur babies, and 2 turtles in which all I adore. When I'm not working, I spend my time relaxing with the people I love.

I would like to introduce myself as a candidate for the Caregiver position as a private care provider. As a highly empathetic and caring individual with extensive experience in the caregiving field, I am confident that I can succeed as a Caregiver for families in my community.