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

Hello! My name is Sierra and I have 10 plus years of experience working with kiddos in both professional and in home settings. I have a lot of experience with younger children (6 months and up) and children with special needs. I am CNA, RBT, CPR and basic first aid certified. I also have training with g tube feedings. I also... show more

I was a nanny years ago on the East Coast and then I provided in home daycare when my two kids were young. I went back to school for medical assisting and I currently work part time providing home health visits. I have a flexible schedule most days and would love to provide childcare again for families near me. I love children... show more

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... show more

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

Hello! My name is Bri and I am a nursing student at the University of Iowa. I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant for three years and have experience in long term, skilled, and memory care. I also have experience caring for individuals with special needs. I look forward to hearing from you soon!

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

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'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.