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My family was a foster family. When I was 9 was when I first helped with a special needs child. He passed away a year later because if a seizure. A few years later my family received my foster sister who was severely special needs. She had a feeding tube and lots of meds that I had to learn and administer. I also have taken care...
Ella P.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$12-15/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Am Currently A Senior. I Enjoy Cooking, Singing, Staying Active, And Being Outdoors.
5.0
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I am a freshman at the University of Iowa, currently studying social work and psychology! I am 19, have been babysitting since I was 13 and have been working full-time the past 2 years. I love music, dancing, sports, animals, staying active, hanging out with friends, and being outdoors.
I assist with childcare, housekeeping,...
5.0
"I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature."
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
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I have over 30 years experience with children, as well as over 29 years experience . I m also an adoptive parent to three special needs children, who are now grown. I am very understanding to all children, and sensitive to individual needs, triggers, etc.
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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...
5.0
"Christopher was one of the best PCA's for our 17 year old with autism. He is so kind, professional, laid back but really detailed in the care and attention he gave to our son. I felt totally confident our son...
Reviewed by Dani R.
Amy D.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Nanny / House Manager - Specializes In Newborns, Multiples, And Special Needs Children
5.0
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I have nearly 30 years of experience working with children, I am a certified parent educator, and I have over 15 years experience working with special needs children. I have cared for children ages newborn up to teens and have experience with multiples and large families. I understand child development very well, and I am a...
5.0
"Amy'so personality is amazing and contagious! "
Reviewed by Jamie C.
3.0
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Hi! My name is Kaitlin, I also go by Kait:) My experience includes 3 years of working in daycare settings, as well as nannying for two families. I have cared for ages ranging from infant to school age, and have cared for special needs children. I have my CPR certification, as well as mandatory reporter, first aid, and essentials...
5.0
"Kaitlin has been AWESOME with our little girl who is 5 months old.
Shows up on time or early.
Gives our daughter all her attention.
Cleaned up the house and did dishes without being asked.
She is kind...
Reviewed by Shauna V.
5.0
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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...
5.0
"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...
Reviewed by Jenny G.
5.0
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I have 10+ years of experience with children as an aunt: my sisters have special needs children, so the majority of my childcare experience comes from that.
I've been a dog/house sitter for 7 years and can provide an extra level of care for your fur babies. I have 33 5-star reviews I can provide for reference.
I have 3 years of...
5.0
"She is absolutely the BEST! Katie goes beyond on any task given. I trust her quality care. "
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Kassie D.
Coralville, IA
$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I have tons of experience with children from caring for my four younger siblings, babysitting regularly through middle and high school, counseling at a special needs camp, and teaching swim lessons! I love interacting with kids, getting outside, and having fun. I'm reliable, hard working, and rather time and needs flexible.
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I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have a son who's 4 and babysit for friends all the time! I have experience with special needs as my brother is.
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I've been involved in child care/nannying/senior care since I was 12. I absolutely adore children and animals. I'm very comfortable with caring for special needs, infants, and those with Alzheimer's or dementia. I'm currently a nurse at The University of Iowa and have a few days off every week. I would love to help out with your...
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I have 3 years of experience, including being a camp counselor for 2 years. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I can also help take care of pets. I have experience working with special needs kids and am going to college to be a special education teacher. I love doing arts and crafts and swimming.
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Hello, i'm 19 years old. I am looking for a caregiving job to fulfill my interest of helping others and looking after others. I have experience nannying and babysitting, as well as working as a direct service professional. Right now I am still working as a DSP locally. I think my strongest assets in caregiving are my patience,...
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hi my name is Ronda.. I have taken care of a child with cerebral palsy as a nanny for 2 years.. and I currently take care of my mom who has advanced Parkinson's. please feel free to ask any .. thank you
Essodapidjem E.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$8-13/hr • 4 yrs exp
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I have 4 years of experience as a caregiver. Helping people w special needs
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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...
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I am currently a nurse at UIHC as well as a care provider for my disabled father. I understand the need for consistent caregivers with special needs individuals and would love to help out!
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My Mother and I took care of my Grandma for 4 years before she passed. Since then I've always had a love for caring for people. I've worked with individuals with disabilities, special needs, care after a stroke, ALS, and enjoy spending time making others days brighter. Please reach out with any questions!!
Makennzei M.
Coralville, IA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I graduated college in 2022 with a degree in Social work. Throughout college, I worked part-time with individuals with mental health illnesses, as well as, intellectual disabilities. I continue to build experience in this field by continuing to work with these individuals & assisting them with daily living tasks.
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I graduated from the University of Iowa a few years ago with degrees in Speech Pathology and Linguistics. I have nannied and babysat since I was a teenager, maintaining those kind of jobs throughout college to earn some money. I have volunteered for a couple of organizations involving children with special needs. My younger...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Amana, IA
Ella P.
5.0
I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature.
- Care member
Christopher N.
5.0
Christopher was one of the best PCA's for our 17 year old with autism. He is so kind, professional, laid back but really detailed in the care and attention he gave to our son. I felt totally confident our son was in great hands. Christopher was always on time, never late and very dependable. We...
- Dani R.
Amy D.
5.0
Amy'so personality is amazing and contagious!
- Jamie C.
Kaitlin M.
5.0
Kaitlin has been AWESOME with our little girl who is 5 months old.
Shows up on time or early.
Gives our daughter all her attention.
Cleaned up the house and did dishes without being asked.
She is kind and wonderful!
- Shauna V.
Greta S.
5.0
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 interviewed her and I have full confidence...
- Jenny G.
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