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52 special needs caregivers are listed in Cedar Rapids, IA
The average rate is $14/hr as of April 2024
The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Cedar Rapids, IA
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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.
Amy D.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Full-Time Nanny / House Manager - Specializes In Newborns, Multiples, And Special Needs Children
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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...
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"Amy'so personality is amazing and contagious! "
Reviewed by Jamie C.
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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...
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"She is absolutely the BEST! Katie goes beyond on any task given. I trust her quality care. "
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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...
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"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.
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I have experience with watching up to 4 children, ages newborn to 10, with and without medical and special needs. I also spent time working at a nursing home and caretaking a woman with Alzheimer's.
I have taken CPR training courses in the past so recertification is an option! Fully Vaccinated!
I'm available for date nights...
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"Bert took care of my son with special needs for seven months beginning when he was twelve weeks old. She was phenomenal at working with us to care for him. We really appreciated her flexibility, communication,...
Reviewed by Claire O.
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.
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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,...
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"I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature."
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My brother has a rare genetic disorder called MPS and he has lost all mobility so he requires 24/7 care, he's shown me how to just live in the moment and enjoy the little things in life. I also worked at Limitless Potential which is a home health aid for kids with disabilities and I absolutely loved it!
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I would love to help out with some specific needs that you and your family may not have time for. Please reach out with any questions
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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!
Charty N.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$15-50/hr
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Hello, my name is charity and I am an experienced caregiver with 7 years of working as a cna and 6 years of working in nursing homes and assisted livings. I have had about 3 clients so far from care. com 2 being full time hours and 1 being short term. I currently am down to one and looking to help others the best way they need...
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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
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I am a CNA and love to care for all people. I have experience with caring for someone who has disabilities and would cherish provided the needed care to someone else.
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Hello! I have worked for 13 years in the human services field in various positions, involving direct care with clients. I supervised several group homes, including those with elderly clients. Before that I worked with children in daycare settings. I am currently a host home mentor and care for someone in my own home. My...
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I am certified nursing assistant with experience working in a variety of fields. I have cared for the elderly and individuals with disabilities in my work life, and children ranging from infants to teenagers in my personal life. I am a very patient, dedicated person and I believe in providing the best care I can.
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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! I'm Hailee, I love working with children; their inquisitive attitudes and loads of energy make them a joy to be around. I am responsible and dependable, but also fun and energetic. I'm 23 years old and originally from Cedar Rapids, Iowa. I just graduated from Mount Mercy University. I have 8 years of experience babysitting...
Easton D.
Cedar Rapids, IA
$16/hr • 2 yrs exp
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Hi! I have around two years of experience working in daycares as well as special needs kids. I would describe my personality as caring and outgoing but can be shy at first. I have worked at two daycares and have enjoyed creating bonds with the kids and their parents. I recently started a summer and school break job working with...
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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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I am a married mom of 4 children ages 23, 21, 20, 17. I operated an in home daycare out of my home for approximately 15 years. I have my Child Development Associate degree. I have worked in the childcare industry for over 25 years. I recently have been taking care of a Special needs 4-year-old. I think being a nanny is a nice...
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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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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cedar Rapids, IA
Amy D.
5.0
Amy'so personality is amazing and contagious!
- Jamie C.
Katie A.
5.0
She is absolutely the BEST! Katie goes beyond on any task given. I trust her quality care.
- Care member
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.
Bertena J.
5.0
Bert is kind, patient, loving, and dependable. She was the first non-family caregiver our pandemic baby had, and Bert was so good with our daughter as she went through lots of transitions in a short time - first nanny, giving up bottles, weaning from breastfeeding, and transitioning to more solids....
- Allison D.
Ella P.
5.0
I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature.
- Care member
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Ratings for Cedar Rapids, IA special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Cedar Rapids, IA are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 9 reviews of the 52 listed special needs caregivers.