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Hello families! I'm Sandrah, thank you for checking out my page.
I have 8 years of experience supervising and teaching children. I have a classical dance education and have been a dancer for 18 years. In my education, I learned skills in positive reinforcement and gentle discipline. My experience in the performing arts has...
Sandrah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
CNA
First Aid
Hello! My name is Page, and I love kids! I have 7 years of experience caring for children at different capacities and of all ages I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I have tutored students during online school for COVID, worked in after-school programs and preschools as a classroom aid, and have many...
Page can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
*I am fully vaccinated (both Pfizer doses + 14 day waiting period)*
Hello, and thank you for taking the time to check out my profile. My name is John, and I'm currently a PhD student at the University of Iowa. Aside from teaching classes at the university level the last couple years, I also have years of community service...
Bailey R.
Iowa City, IA
$14-15/hr • 4 yrs exp
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: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sarah S.
Iowa City, IA
$11-16/hr
Hello! I'm currently a senior at the University of Iowa. In the fall I will be pursuing a graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I hope to be a School SLP someday. I am passionate about working with children. I hope to be a bright light and positive role model for your children! I am a hard worker and will provide...
Sarah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Barbara A.
Iowa City, IA
$10-15/hr • 5 yrs exp
Part Time Personal Assistant Including Errands And Odd Jobs
Active, retired school teacher, test scorer, will provide personal assistant services including helping sort through paperwork, organization, errands and odd jobs. I am a compassionate, caring
individual who enjoys most kinds of part time work including seniors, animals, and children. I am available most days except for...
Throughout jobs that I've had, especially in food service, I would do general cleaning in addition to deep cleaning. I cleaned the food court Eventually, I went on to become a caregiver for Home Instead Senior Care, where I devoted a year and a half of my time, in conjunction with being a college student, serving the elderly...
Reannah can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, organization
5.0
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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: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
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."
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have extensive experience with children of all ages. I have 1 year of experience working in early childhood education centers, 5 years nannying experience, and an additional 5 years of babysitting experience. I worked for 3 years in a public-school setting with SE children, general classroom, and speech therapy. I have a BS in...
Jessica can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We hired Jessica to take care of our infant who was 8.5 months old. Jessica did an excellent job in taking care of our baby. She prepared meals, did light housekeeping and she would go extra mile to do something different that helped our baby developmentally....
Sandip S.
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Maria, and I'm a caring, responsible, and reliable individual with a passion for working with families, children, and pets. Along with caregiving, I enjoy tutoring and helping kids grow in a positive, supportive environment. I also have extensive experience with dog walking and pet sitting, ensuring pets get...
Maria can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I've worked with kids all age newborns to 6 grade. Prepare meals and buy groceries.- Clean, organize, and restock household items.- Provide nanny services, including educational activities and care.- Manage household projects and supervise other employees.- Ensure a well-organized and smoothly run household.
Esmeralda can also help with: General room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, organization
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey, my name is Madeline! For pet care, I am able to provide training, cleaning, in-home pet sitting, and exercise. I have worked at a the Van Meter Veterinary Clinic as a veterinary assistant for over a year. As well as Kawa Farms K-9 Training (and boarding), where I worked as a canine trainer and kennel technician. I have...
Madeline can also help with: Grooming, dog training, pet walking, pet transportation, pet sitting
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...
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 of disabilities, in a variety of environments.
I...
Hi, my name is Macayla and I would love to help take care of your pets! I have experience with pet/house sitting, drop-in visits, and walking services. I have reviews if that is something you would like to see! I have had pets my whole life and enjoy helping others with their pet family members. I have experience with dogs...
Macayla can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Shelby V.
Coralville, IA
$15-20/hr • 6 yrs exp
I have 6 years of experience with childcare. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping. I'm currently in the Kirkwood Occupational Therapy Assistant Program. I also have a daughter who is 1. 5 years old. I'm looking for a few extra hours a week but nothing permanent as I'm going to start fieldwork next semester!
Shelby can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Shirley S.
Tiffin, IA
$25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Experienced Infant Care Provider, Looking For Part Time Position.
5.0
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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired Registered Nurse. Most of my career I was either assisting a family in bringing their child into the world or caring for those precious babies after birth. In addition to 38 years working as an R. N., I have had numerous experiences with the Nanny position.. I include vocalization goals, tactile stimulation, music...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
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"Shirl is a wealth of knowledge and support. As first time parents, her expertise, good humor, communication, and reliability made her the perfect choice for our family. Knowing our little guy was receiving enriching care from someone who took a deep interest in his...
Stella H.
Megan B.
Tiffin, IA
$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp
Elementary/middle School Teacher Available For Babysitting And Tutoring Services
I have been teaching full-time for six years, but have had over 15 years of paid child care experience. I have a degree in elementary and middle level education, a minor in mathematics, and endorsements and teaching K-8 math and 5th-8th social studies.
Sarah L.
North Liberty, IA
$10-15/hr
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have a 3-year-old husky service dog that I trained. I'm also great with cats and birds. I absolutely love animals. Will tidy up house too.
Sarah can also help with: Pet walking, pet sitting, dog training
Megan B.
Tiffin, IA
$10-18/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Teacher And Child Care Worker Providing Babysitting And Tutoring Services
Hello!
I am an elementary school teacher who is taking a year off of teaching in order to spend more time with my own girls. I have two daughters, a 15-month-old and a 3-month-old. My husband and I have been living in Tiffin, IA for a year now and we absolutely love it here. I have over 15 years of child care experience...
Megan can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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Recent therapy dog reviews from local pet parents in Iowa City, IA
Christopher N.
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.
- Care member
Jessica C.
5.0
We hired Jessica to take care of our infant who was 8.5 months old. Jessica did an excellent job in taking care of our baby. She prepared meals, did light housekeeping and she would go extra mile to do something different that helped our baby developmentally. Jessica brought up many thoughtful ideas...
- Sandip S.
Shirley S.
5.0
Shirl is amazing and absolutely wonderful with babies. Shirl was always attentive to our little one’s needs and constantly worked on age appropriate developmental / educational activities to help him get a head start. She is also very determined. When challenges came up that were out of everyone’s...
- Kelly H.
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FAQs for finding therapy dogs near you in Iowa City, IA
How can I find a therapy dog near me in Iowa City, IA?
To find a therapy dog near you in Iowa City, IA, all you have to do is log on to Care.com. You can search for therapy dogs in your area and can sort by location and price. You can read therapy dog provider profiles to learn more about their services and offerings and can even read reviews from other customers.
How much does it cost to hire a therapy dog and handler near me in Iowa City, IA?
The average cost of hiring a therapy dog and handler near you in Iowa City, IA is $16.94 per hour. However, that is just an average to give you an idea of where to get started. The cost of each individual therapy dog can vary by breed, by trainer, and by your specific location—amongst other factors.
What are the benefits of hiring a therapy dog near me in Iowa City, IA?
There are many different benefits of hiring a therapy dog near you in Iowa City, IA. To start, therapy dogs can provide comfort and support to people who are dealing with emotional challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. They can also help to reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation. Therapy dogs have also been shown to have a positive effect on physical healing. They can help to lower blood pressure and reduce pain.
What type of training do therapy dogs near me in Iowa City, IA receive?
When you hire therapy dog near you in Iowa City, IA, they will have received extensive training, including basic obedience training, socialization, task-specific training, and certification. If you have specific requirements for therapy dogs, be sure to speak with their handler about your needs.
What can a therapy dog near me in Iowa City, IA help with?
When you go to buy a therapy dog near you in Iowa City, IA, you should interview a few different therapy dog providers to learn more about the specific training each therapy dog has. Some may focus on mental health issues, whereas others may be able to provide more physical support.