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She does a great job with my kids (:

Review for Rainee G. by Care member

Wwill use Rainee part time as needed.

Review for Rainee G. by Carla G.

She was great with my daughter, read to her, went for walks, and did arts & crafts. Very kind & understanding with my requests. Great…

Review for Kiersten P. by Alexa K.

Special needs caregivers in Cedar Falls, IA

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Erin B.


Cedar Falls, IA

$10-15/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

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I have experience as an in-home caregiver for various clients with different needs all around Des Moines. I enjoy meeting new people and getting to help them and making a difference in their lives.
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Lily G.


Cedar Falls, IA

$11-16/hr • 6 yrs exp

Caregiver/Friend

Hi, I'm Lily! I have a passion for advocating for those who have a hard time advocating for themselves. My work experience is lengthy (for my age) when it comes to people who live with disabilities. I spent 5 years assisting/caring/transporting adults who have developmental delays, brain injuries, and mental illnesses. This also...
-open to working with individuals with all abilities -experience working with children with autism -knowledgeable with muscular atrophy
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Falyn K.


Cedar Falls, IA

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Experience !

Hello! I have about 1 year left at UNI to finish up my Elementary Education major and minor in Special Education. Helping children/students with additional needs is something I am very passionate about and something that has always been calling my heart! My experience as a 2-year-old Assistant Teacher in a nearby town a couple...
Passionate about helping others, I have a strong ability to connect with and support children, including those with special needs. As the primary caregiver for my 7-year-old autistic sister, I have developed patience, adaptability, and a deep sense of empathy. I thrive in roles that involve nurturing and guiding children,...
Ava can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I'd describe my personality as patient, outgoing, understanding I like caring for people with special needs because I know I am making a difference in their lives I'm looking for a job that makes me happy and keeps me active I started caring for people with special needs when I started my job as a special ed para educator...
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Rainee G.


Waterloo, IA

$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I love working with children and have worked in two day cares. I currently work for the Waterloo schools as a para with children with special needs. I am working on my masters degree in theology and eventually want to be a children's pastor.
Rainee can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She does a great job with my kids (: "

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Rainee G.


Waterloo, IA

$10-15/hr • 2 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available for Part Time in Waterloo Iowa

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I work at a care facility with people with special needs. I love what I do and have also been taking some classes on special education development.
4.0
"Wwill use Rainee part time as needed."

Carla G.

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Kelly M.


Waterloo, IA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver; Art/Life/People Enthusiast

I have worked in the direct care field for 20 years. My certifications include: - CPR -First Aid -CNA The spectrum of care I provide spans from infancy to End of life; my work has taken me in a variety of caring communities. I have worked in multiple facility settings, to private home care, and sat vigil for Hospice...
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Kiersten P.


Readlyn, IA

$13/hr • 3 yrs exp

Craft Encourager

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. I love kids. I'm still at the age where I'm not ready to have my own kids so I'd love to take care of yours. I'm a night owl so feel free to have a late date night or even a weekend getaway. I have worked with kids who have special needs and am very...
Kiersten can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
5.0
"She was great with my daughter, read to her, went for walks, and did arts & crafts. Very kind & understanding with my requests. Great communication!"

Alexa K.

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Audrey K.


Waterloo, IA

$13-24/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've gained numerous experiences with people of varying needs including but not limited to three years with the Spectrum Project ( a Saturday morning program with k-12 students of varying needs with drama, movement, music and art experiences), field experiences offered through my university, and teaching art classes in...
5.0
"Audrey cares for our son with special needs and does a wonderful job. She is very patient and does a great job with a guy that's not always open to doing things. She takes him out to do activities in the community, does art projects with him, encourages him to do...

Sue P.

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Jaylie R.


Shell Rock, IA

$15-20/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm a 25-year-old gal from Iowa (recently relocated to Holland) who considers herself reliable, patient and energetic with about 9 years of experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers, including special needs. I worked at a daycare & preschool during my high school years and have been a babysitter for...
Jaylie can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jaylie was such a blessing to our family!! My 4 year old son and 2 year old daughter fell in love with her the moment she walked through the door!! She was dependable, flexible, caring, energetic, and most of all- she was super loving to the kids! One of THE best...

Jenny C.

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Shannon C.


Waterloo, IA

$8-13/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hey I'm Shan and I have about a year of experience with adult care but have experience from taking care of a child with special needs and I feel like that would help me take care of you or your loved ones.
Shannon can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation

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