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10 years experience
Hi my name is Kelley. I have many years experience working with Special Needs Children and Adults. I've worked in several different settings. Schools, residential facilities, group homes and direct care. I really love it! I have great references . My last position lasted seven years. He was 18 when we started working together....
I'd describe my personality as charismatic, spontaneous, and fun! I am very outgoing and have a lot of energy.
I started caring for people with special needs when I was fresh out of high school in 2021. My family owns a group home for people with mental disabilities which serves to a wide range of disabilities. This is more of...
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6 years experience
Experienced Companion and Helper with over 6 years experience. I have worked in private homes, and assisted living, memory care, healthcare organizations. Although much of my experience is with seniors, I do have experience with younger adults as well. Prior to my current role as companion and assistant, I was an Activities...
I have been providing childcare since I was 11, so I have years of experience. I am also the mother of 1 teenager. I work as a special education associate at Ankeny Schools. I'm also a super aunt to many nieces and nephews! I have had CPR and first aid training, I worked in healthcare for 15 years prior to working at the school.
I have been a home health aide for To The Rescue, where I worked directly with individuals with mental and physical disabilities. I am very compassionate and love helping all kinds of people!
I've worked as a nanny for the last decade but for the last few years have cared for a little boy with CDKL5 genetic disorder. He's non verbal and needs constant supervision and he's taught me so much. I have really enjoyed my time with him.
Hi my name is Maggie. I am available to work with high functioning kids with autism. I have been volunteering and working with special needs kids since I was in 7th grade. I have worked in the kitchen and as an assistant teacher at cadence academy preschool as well. I currently work for the ankeny community school district as a...
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Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a genuine passion. My five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, with varying needs have solidified my commitment to fostering their growth and development. Previous babysitting roles showed me the positive impact I could have on...
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Hi I'm Kealey! My husband and I are moving to imperial beach the first week of September! I have a bachelors degree in child adult and family services from Iowa state university. I've also done service learning, internships and have worked in therapy centers, special ed classrooms, and in daycare. I've worked as a professional...
Craft assistance
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light cleaning
swimming supervision
I'm almost 25 years old. I am very experienced with children of all ages. I previously worked as a Para-educator at an elementary school, working 1 on 1 with special needs kiddos. I was a para for 3 years. I also worked with minor age clients who have special needs in the home as well as the community, and have about 2 years of...
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10 years experience·
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craft assistance
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Hi there! My name is Natasha, I'm 24, and currently training to become a doula (someone who helps women through pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum), and love nannying on the side! I'm the oldest of eight and have been nanny/babysitting since I was 10 so I have a lot of experience! I've nannied for all ages in the past but...
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Dementia
light cleaning
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I'm 58 years old. I'm a caring loving person. I have worked with Special needs children and young adults for 30+ years. I have also done some senior companion jobs. I'm trustworthy and have several personal and work references. I can't do to much heavy lifting
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Have a bachelor degree in Communication. Have a passion working and making a difference in other people life. Specially for special person or people
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HEY! My name is Zoe, I am 18 and have worked with all kinds of kids. I have a ton of family, and they all like to have kids, so I've been babysitting since I was 12. I have watched twins, babies, toddlers, special-needs children, and even kids that were 12+. I love sports and am just trying to find a job that has about 20 hours...
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Hello! My name is Stephanie. I have lived in the Des Moines area for about 4 years now. I do work full time as an occupational therapy assistant, but have a very flexible schedule. I am returning to school at DMU in August to get my doctorate of occupational therapy. I am looking for something flexible, most likely...
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Hello! I'm Shiloh. I'm a healthcare professional and nursing student with extensive experience in patient care, safety, and supporting busy families. I previously worked with patients with traumatic brain injuries, and I've been a dialysis technician for the last five years-so I'm very comfortable with responsibility, routines,...
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Hello! My name is Katie and I moved to DSM one year ago for my husband's job with the DSM fire department. Currently I am a nanny for two children under age 3 with another one on the way! I have 1 year experience as a preschool teacher, 4 years experience providing respite services for kids and adults with special needs and 2...
Hi! My name is Ally and I currently work at Johnston Community School District as an associate for kids with special needs. I have seven years of childcare experience from newborn to 12 years.
When working with children, I love keeping them engaged through activities that encourage creativity, learning, and play. I believe in...
Familiar with ABA therapy and autism spectrum disorder. Work underneath a board-certified behavior analyst. I enjoy and find a lot of passion in working with kids of various different needs and forming meaningful one-on-one relationships with them!
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5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
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craft assistance
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I am a youth development professional with experience in a camp setting, childcare center, home, case management, and education setting. I posses a Bachelors degree and certificates in mandatory reporting, yoga instruction, CPR/ First aid, and universal safety precautions. I enjoy doing crafts, mindfulness activities, going to...
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