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Rielly G.


West Liberty, IA

$20/hr

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Hello! I've been a nanny for the past 6 years and I've worked with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. I also have experience with working in a daycare in the infant room. I love doing arts and crafts and going to the library whenever I can. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
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Greta S.


Iowa City, IA

$10-20/hr

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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...
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"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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Jasmine C.


Iowa City, IA

$15-30/hr • 3 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Hannah M.


Iowa City, IA

$16-30/hr

Care And Life Skills Development

I am a neurodivergent tutor who also works with life skills and daily support for special needs children and adults. Not only do I relate to operating in the world differently, but I've had lots of personal, life, and volunteer experience. Helping others flourish is my passion. I'd love to speak about what we can do to support...
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Greta S.


Iowa City, IA

$10-15/hr • 3 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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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...
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...
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Evelyn P.


Iowa City, IA

$18-35/hr • 3 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.
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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Hannah M.


Iowa City, IA

$15-30/hr • 8 yrs exp

Vibrant And Experienced Care

Hello! I'm a tutor who also works with special needs and chronically ill kids, teens and adults. While my teaching is excellent, my encouragement and creativity is just as good! I've worked with kids my whole life and it's a passion of mine. I love creating positive memories and reinforcing their individuality, confidence and...
Hannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Elizabeth B.


Iowa City, IA

$11-16/hr • 5 yrs exp

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, errands, dementia, transportation
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Jordan S.


Iowa City, IA

$13-25/hr • 1 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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Lynsey D.


Iowa City, IA

$10-15/hr • 7 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...
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Madeline V.


Coralville, IA

$10-15/hr • 4 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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Elizabeth B.


Iowa City, IA

$14-20/hr • 5 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...
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Kari P.


Fruitland, IA

$20-25/hr

Part And Full-Time Caregiver Available

I've taught youth gymnastics since 2015. The ages have ranged from 18 months-18 years. The majority of my classes are ages 4-13. Some experience caring for kids and adults with special needs. I babysat regularly for a family with one boy & one girl for 2 years. The boy from age 2 to 4 and the girl from age 5 to 7.
Kari can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Eva D.


Iowa City, IA

$17-25/hr • 5 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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Madelyn V.


Iowa City, IA

$18-50/hr • 6 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...
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Ada M.


Iowa City, IA

$24/hr • 10 yrs exp

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: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lisette C.


Coralville, IA

$20/hr • 7 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...

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