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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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- $8/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
respite care
errands
dementia
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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
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!
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
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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...
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.
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...
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
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...
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.
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- $22/hr
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'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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- $15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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...
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
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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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- $22/hr
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....
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
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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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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- $20/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Over the past couple years I have gotten my both my basic and advanced CNA. I have worked in a nonprofit pediatric care unit and am very passionate about what I do! I'm pretty easy going and love to hang out with others. Hope to meet you and your family soon!
Kathryn C. says "Lydia committed to specific hours but was also in school so when got busy didn't want to work. She quit by text without notice. Paid her more in...
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I'm a high school English teacher. I graduated with a degree in English Education in 2019. I am a 3. 8 GPA student. I worked at a daycare with kids 3 months to 12 years of age for 3 years. As a birthday party coordinator, I coordinated games and activities from kids 4 years to 12 years of age. I have 6 years of experience. I've...
Nikole T. says "Courtney is the best! My family has hired her several times to watch our infant (5 months) and 7 year old and they have had a blast with Courtney. She is...
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- $10/hr
I did volunteer service at the Christian Opportunity Center for six months working with and helping high school students and adults with mental and physical disabilities. It was honestly the highlight of my week to get to go every Thursday and know I was helping and making a difference to someone.
Tamara D. says "Look no further! I can't say enough! My fur babies that live in a small bubble, were looking for her after we arrived home! She more than sits, she cares...
Light cleaning
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...
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
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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Lydia S.
Lydia committed to specific hours but was also in school so when got busy didn't want to work. She quit by text without notice. Paid her...
- Kathryn C.
Courtney E.
Courtney is the best! My family has hired her several times to watch our infant (5 months) and 7 year old and they have had a blast with...
- Nikole T.
Hailey J.
Look no further! I can't say enough! My fur babies that live in a small bubble, were looking for her after we arrived home! She more than...
- Tamara D.
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