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35 special needs caregivers are listed in Cedar Rapids,Ā IA

The average posted rate is $14/hr as of May 2025

The average experience for nearby special needs caregivers is 7 years

What others are saying about special needs caregivers in Cedar Rapids, IA

Amy'so personality is amazing and contagious!

Review for Amy D. by Jamie C.

I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature.

Review for Ella P. by Care member

Paige is very quiet, but is really great at working with kids. My son, in particular, has moderate to severe intellectual disability, is…

Review for Paige B. by Carrie B.

Special needs caregivers in Cedar Rapids, IA

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Amy D.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$15-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full Time Provider Available, Special Needs Experience

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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Amy D.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny / House Manager - Specializes In Newborns, Multiples, And Special Needs Children

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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...
Amy can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"Amy'so personality is amazing and contagious! "

Jamie C.

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Ella P.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$10-15/hr • 6 yrs exp

I Am Currently A Senior. I Enjoy Cooking, Singing, Staying Active, And Being Outdoors.

I am a sophomore 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,...
Ella can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"I highly recommend Ella! She is GREAT with my kids, very respectful and mature."

Care member

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Ronda R.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$12-17/hr • 10 yrs exp

Ready To Help

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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Laresa N.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$12-20/hr • 6 yrs exp

CNA

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.
Registered nurse with over 4 years experience. Comfortable with feeding tubes, vents, trachs, etc. Pediatric ICU experience. Special needs care available.
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Christina S.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$18/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience with special needs children and adults with autism, sensory, anxiety, bipolar. Let's just have fun! Willing to care for two children.
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Hi there! I'm Jackie, with decades of experience in childcare and special needs care. As a mother of five (one with special needs), I've honed my skills to provide a safe and nurturing environment. Professionally, I've worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in hospitals and homes and with Discovery Living and REM....
Jacquelyn can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance
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Lily S.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$15/hr • 6 yrs exp

Being the oldest child, I have been a leader from a young age. I started off watching over my younger siblings when my parents weren't home and then began babysitting for neighborhood families when I was 13. I realized soon after that I wasn't just caring for my siblings because my parents told me to or babysitting for the...
Lily can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Beth M.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$11-16/hr • 5 yrs exp

Available Sitter And Nanny

Hello! My name is Beth, and I am a recent graduate who both loves to work with kids and has a lot of experience working with them! I have worked as a child care provider since I was 16, earned a degree in Elementary education, worked in several classrooms, including special needs classrooms and have experience working with...
Beth can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Alisa B.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$14-19/hr • 5 yrs exp

Just A Mom Looking To Help

I'm a mom of 3 kids and 1 are special needs. I just here to help, make life run smoother. Take the stress off the family and make sure everyone is safe and gets to where they need to go, or get supper done in time before the kids head out to sports. I've been a CNA and a med tech for quite awhile. CPR certified.
Alisa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Kylie G.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm Kylie! I love spending time outdoors, biking, reading and spending time with children and animals. I have experience with children of all ages, multiples and special needs. I have been caring for children for 15+ years. I enjoy encouraging creativity and playtime with the children I care for. Outdoor play, reading, crafts...
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jasmine P.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$10-23/hr • 4 yrs exp

Looking To Become A Nanny

I am a registered nurse looking for some extra work on weekends and some weeknights. I'm basic life support certified and have also have experience as a pediatric icu nurse. Prior to becoming a nurse, I was a daycare teacher for 4 years and a part-time nanny for 1 and a half years. I have experience with kids with special needs...
Jasmine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Maaliyah C.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$16-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

I'm a patient, creative, and friendly childcare provider with 10+ years of experience caring for children of all ages. I want to support families and providing reliable, engaging care for their children. I believe in open communication and regularly update parents about their child's day, whether through written daily reports,...
Maaliyah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

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Kambira M.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Kambira M.

It has been my passion to be part of the large Health System Communities, and make differences in people's life. Working in this field as Caregiver, has lead me to learn more compassionate, understanding individuals with special needs, even increasing my hospitality. By working with Professional staff in Health system, have...
Kambira can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Hollie B.


Cedar Rapids, IA

$15-30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Upbeat, Overachieving, Caring, Caregiver

Hello! 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!!
Hollie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, respite care, errands, dementia, transportation & more
I have 4 years of experience as a caregiver. Helping people w special needs
Essodapidjem can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands, dementia, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Hello, I am a senior at the University of Iowa studying Environmental Planning and Bio-science. I am looking for a job over winter break when I return to my home town of Marion, Iowa. This past summer I was a naturalist intern at Indian Creek Nature Center. My job was to help teach and care for a large group of kids at summer...
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Paige B.


Marion, IA

$18/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a recent graduate at University of Iowa. I studied Environmental Planning and Bio-science. I am looking for a full time position M-F, and could pick up occasional other jobs. During summer of 2019 I was a naturalist intern at Indian Creek Nature Center. My job was to help teach and care for a large group of kids at...
Paige can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Paige is very quiet, but is really great at working with kids. My son, in particular, has moderate to severe intellectual disability, is non-verbal and is not toilet trained (he is developmentally a 14 year old, 100 pound toddler). Paige jumped right in to work...

Carrie B.

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Emilee C.


Marion, IA

$20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Outgoing And Fun Loving :)

As a nurturing caregiver with a decade of experience, I am passionate about providing a safe and nurturing environment for children. My journey in childcare began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my natural ability to connect with children and positively impact their lives. My patient, creative, and...
Emilee can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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