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I've been around special needs since I was born, besides having a brother with special needs my grandmother cared for special needs most of her life and allowed me to help whenever I could. I have a natural gift for it and enjoy becoming their friend. I helped with a special needs PE in my 9th grade year but unfortunately wasn't...
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I'm currently a junior at Drake University majoring in health science. I came into the health science field because I enjoy having the ability to help make a difference in other people's lives. My education experience has prepared me in the health care field, and I'm currently working as a certified nursing assistant for...
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I am not experienced with special needs persons, but I am willing to try to take care of someone with special needs. I am an experienced nanny and babysitter. I am loving and kind. I have passed a background check.
Vanessa P.
West Des Moines, IA
$18-28/hr • 1 yrs exp
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I have experience taking care of children from ages 3-11. Multiple of those children included special needs such as austin's, visual impairments and environmental/food allergies. Experience cooking for most major food allergies including celiac, non-dairy, and nut free. I love reading, books, and spending time outdoors!
Maggie G.
Johnston, IA
$15-18/hr • 6 yrs exp
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I am a special education teacher currently who would love to help you out on the weekends or during the summer! Looking for a date night? Count me in!! I want what's best for you child as much as you! I can't imagine not being around those with special needs!
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Hi! My name is Olivia!
I am currently 26 years old and will be starting graduate school for Occupational Therapy at Drake University. I have been working in the special needs field since I was in high school. I was a volunteer for a local special recreation association when I first started out, and then I became an inclusion...
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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...
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I started working at Respite Connection in 2018 and 2019. I worked with five different kids throughout Respite who all had different special needs. I grew a lot as a person and caregiver for people with special needs and loved seeing the children grow in their skills. In the Fall of 2019 I started working at Generation Next with...
Kendra S.
Waukee, IA
$10-15/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I am a Certified Nurses Aid and have been working with the adults in nursing homes as well as assisted living facilities. I also have experience working with special needs children and adults as well as blind and deaf children and adults. I have class 9am-11 a.m. and 3:00pm-4:45 p.m. most days but other than those times I'm...
Annamaria L.
Des Moines, IA
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hello! I have been taking care of children for over 10 years. I have worked at daycares, school districts, babysat and nanny for families. I have a brother who is Autistic and he is my best friend! I would love to have some evening hours and possibly weekends if the family I nanny does not need me that day/time. I enjoy taking...
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Hello! My name is Sanji and I am currently a 21-year-old student at Drake University. I have about 7 years of babysitting experiences. I have taken care of infants, toddlers, elementary, middle, and high school kids. I also have a background as a behavioral therapist in special needs care, specifically children with Autism...
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Through many experiences in life, I've been lead to care for children, specifically with special needs. I have many skills and am trained in behavior management. I enjoy tutoring, caring for, and entertaining children and adults with all abilities. I also have over 6 years of experience in caregiving for the elderly.
Adisyn V.
Waukee, IA
$20-23/hr • 6 yrs exp
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Hello! Thank you so much for wanting to know more about me! I have spent many years working in daycare centers, nannying and, before and after school programs. I have enjoyed my experience with children with special needs. I am very pet friendly and have a reliable form of transportation. I am currently studying online to earn a...
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I am a special education teacher who has a lot of experience with people of all abilities. I am willing to care for, tutor, or transport people with special needs.
Kylie B.
Cumming, IA
$23-32/hr • 10 yrs exp
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I'm an LPN who has worked with children with special needs since 2007, mostly in the homecare setting. I am knowledgeable in Gtube feedings/medication administration, Trach cares/changes, injections, ADLs, and patient assessment and monitoring. I love working with kids
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Hello! My name is Katie and I just moved to the Des Moines area for my fiancé job at the fire department. I am a preschool teacher in Johnston. I have 4 years experience providing respite services for kids and adults with special needs and 2 years experience as a daycare coordinator for a center for kids and adults. I have a BA...
Sierra C.
Johnston, IA
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Sierra and I currently work during school hours at an elementary school as a Special Ed Associate. I also work for Childserve as a respite provider on occasion. I love working with kiddos of all abilities and I hope I get the opportunity to take care of yours!
Allison W.
Urbandale, IA
$16/hr • 4 yrs exp
Hi, My Name Is Alli And I Have A Passion Working With Children And Adolescents With Special Needs!
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I started working with kids when I became a nanny for my neighbors. They have 6 kids and I would watch them Monday-Friday and was responsible for making lunch and entertaining the kids. I've also worked at an after school program at an elementary school. I currently work PRN at ChildServe where I get to work with kids how have...
Evalyn M.
Grimes, IA
$16-50/hr • 4 yrs exp
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Hello! My name is Evalyn but my nickname is Evy. I am the oldest of 3 siblings and have experience with some disorders within them all which can at times be challenging, but I believe patients and understanding is key to building healthy trusted relationships with the people you care about. I am a very tidy person and I love to...
Heather F.
Urbandale, IA
$10-15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Single Mother (44) In Urbandale (almost To The Empty Nest Stage) And I Miss Having Littles :)
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I was a nanny years ago on the East Coast and then I provided in home daycare when my two kids were young. I went back to school for medical assisting and I currently work part time providing home health visits. I have a flexible schedule most days and would love to provide childcare again for families near me. I love children...
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