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Carissa M.
Lake Park, IA 51347
from $25 per hour
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About Carissa
Experience: 2 yrs
I am a mother of 3 children who are 19+ years old now. I have experience working with an autistic child in a school setting for 2 years who remembers me to this day. I have experience caring for newborns up to the elderly. Whatever position I have been in, I have done with passion (and have references to prove it). I have a BA degree which I earned while working full time and caring for my family. I am creative, hard working, and love with all my heart. I have 30 years experience in cleaning and would be happy to help with housekeeping, laundry, running errands, and taking kids to different places, on top of childcare. Most of all, I want to be your child(ren)'s safe place to land. I believe in providing reliable support to families and look forward to bringing my many years of experience to your children and home.
Most recent review
Carissa M. was a caregiver and student helper for my special needs daughter, R., during her elementary school years, and I can't recommend her highly enough. Carissa stepped in to provide essential support in the school environment, quickly becoming an invaluable part of R's educational experience. Her patience and empathy were evident from day one—she took the time to understand R's unique needs, adapting classroom activities and interactions to make learning both engaging and accessible. What stood out most was Carissa's genuine kindness and dedication. She wasn't just there to assist; she built a real connection with R, celebrating small victories and providing gentle encouragement during challenges. Whether it was helping with schoolwork, managing sensory sensitivities in the classroom, or simply offering a comforting presence during the school day, Carissa handled everything with professionalism and warmth. R looked forward to her time with Carissa at school, which speaks volumes about the positive impact she had.
Jeremy J.
8/19/2025
Services
Age groups
Rates
Recurring jobs
$25/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$25/hr
2 children
$28/hr
3 children
$31/hr
Can help with
Craft assistance
Groceries/errands
Help with pets
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Organizing/laundry
Transportation
Travel
Qualifications
Education
Buena Vista University
College degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
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Additional details
Has a reliable car
Non-smoker
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