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Jenna R.

Behavioral Therapy Experience

West Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I am a patient, caring, intelligent individual who has lots of experience working with children. I have a Bachelors degree in Psychology with a focus in the Arts. I enjoy creative activities, pretend play, and stimulating learning. I have some tips and tricks for shaping behavior, and experience in positive cognitive...

Lisa M. says "Jenna was great with our two dogs. We really appreciate her kind demeanor and professionalism. I would highly recommend Jenna."

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Experienced Caregiver

West Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
My name is Vanessa, I'm 25 years old. I have been working as an occupational therapist assistant for 2 years, and currently in grad school to get my Masters in Occupational Therapy. I have been a caregiver since I was 14 years old, beginning with children in my own family. It is because of my passion for caring for others that...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$16/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi there, I'm Della! I have had no education or special training to care for people with special needs! However, I currently care for a disabled man one night a week and am happy to provide him as a reference. I'm reliable, optimistic and reasonably intelligent . I'm very good at caring for people and I'm very fit and capable of...
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Caregiver

West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
I am not experienced with special needs persons, but I am willing to try to take care of someone with special needs. I am an experienced nanny and babysitter. I am loving and kind. I have passed a background check.
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Speech Therapist

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hello. I am a speech therapist by trade. I have experience working with both children and adults. I have experience both personally and professionally with autism diagnoses I currently specialize in dementia care and neurological disorders. I am comfortable with transfer and personal care needs. If I don't know how to complete a...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have a bachelor's degree in child development, and I am a licensed occupational therapy assistant. I have 8 years of experience as a child development specialist with infants and toddlers with special, and I am in my second year as a paraprofessional with children aged 3-5 years who have IEPs and special needs. I am a mother...
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Registered Behavior Technician

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I worked in Hawaii as a Registered Behavior Technician for 5 months with children with autism. I used applied behavioral analysis to teach new skills and reinforce positive behaviors. I am comfortable with babysitting any kids with special needs due to ASD or ADHD.
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Caring Helper

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
For about four years I tutored and baby sat a child with autism. He was high functioning but also had adhd and was hard to keep on track. I helped him accomplish daily activities and tutored him for school. I enjoyed being able to help him, and see the smile come across his face when he was able to finish a task or got a problem...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$13/hr
1 year experience
Hi!! My name is Tori. I am currently a Behavior Technician/ ABA Specialist at Balance Autism. I have over 10 years of experience working with children. I also have multiple years of experience working with dementia and alzheimer's with senior citizens. I am also CPR certified. I am very optimistic and am always open and willing...
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Urbandale, IA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with children and adults who have experienced abuse.
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Occasional evening and weekend

Urbandale, IA

3.0(1)
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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a degree in Early Childhood Education with an Endorsement in Special Education.

Linda M. says "Thorough; conscientious; prompt; good communication; plans ahead; flexible; understanding of needs of individual and excellent team player. New to our team...

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Hi, I'm Lydia!

Urbandale, IA

3.0(1)
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$20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Over the past couple years I have gotten my both my basic and advanced CNA. I have worked in a nonprofit pediatric care unit and am very passionate about what I do! I'm pretty easy going and love to hang out with others. Hope to meet you and your family soon!

Kathryn C. says "Lydia committed to specific hours but was also in school so when got busy didn't want to work. She quit by text without notice. Paid her more in...

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Waukee, IA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I currently work as a Special Education Associate! Looking for daytime hours. I have experience with children and young adults with disabilities!
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Special Needs Helper

Johnston, IA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I've been working with others that need additional help for 3 years. I would be delighted to help your family! Just reach out if you have any additional questions. Thank you.
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Urbandale, IA

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$16/hr
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:)
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Grimes, IA

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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
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.
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Urbandale, IA

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$13/hr
7 years experience
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...
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Willing To Work With Special Needs

Waukee, IA

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$24/hr
8 years experience
I have experienced different ages, from infant to seniors, I have worked as a kindergarten teacher and also worked with kids who have autism and behavioral disorders.
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Urbandale, IA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
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...
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  • 42 special needs child care are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $18.60/hr as of June 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs child care is 5.0

Recent special needs child care reviews from local parents in West Des Moines, IA

Special Needs Child Care in West Des Moines, IA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews of the 42 listed special needs child care

Jenna R.

Jenna was great with our two dogs. We really appreciate her kind demeanor and professionalism. I would highly recommend Jenna.

- Lisa M.

Katie J.

Thorough; conscientious; prompt; good communication; plans ahead; flexible; understanding of needs of individual and excellent team player....

- Linda M.

Lydia S.

Lydia committed to specific hours but was also in school so when got busy didn't want to work. She quit by text without notice. Paid her...

- Kathryn C.

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