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Chloe H.

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I've been working professionally as a CNA since 2018. I am state certified as a caregiver and BLS/First Aid trained. I have experience in both elderly communities and with children with special needs. I also have two littles of my own, who are my world! I currently work in a facility with children, and I really enjoy it!...
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Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
Errands
light cleaning
meal prep
respite care
personal care
+ 1 more
I am looking to make an extra $200 a month, providing a variety of services at your home including, house sitting, pet sitting, light housework, organizing, nanny services (children with special needs included), elderly care, personal assistant, and/or running errands (you provide transportation). It would be ideal to provide...
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Experienced And Enthusiastic Graduate Student Sitter!

Clive, IA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I've been babysitting/part-time nannying since I was 14 years old. I've had experience with children of all ages, including newborns (overnight as well), autism, and special needs for a teen-young adult with a toddler level functioning level. I have complete baby fever so I love to take care of newborns and toddlers, but I have...
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Ankeny, IA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm a college student with a flexible schedule. I love working with kids, and have been babysitting since I was 10. I have four years of experience working in a daycare setting. I've worked with kids of all ages and have lots of experience with infants. I have also worked at a school as a one on one with children that...
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Energetic, Creative, And Loving Nanny

Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a youth development professional with experience in a camp setting, childcare center, home, case management, and education setting. I posses a Bachelors degree and certificates in mandatory reporting, yoga instruction, CPR/ First aid, and universal safety precautions. I enjoy doing crafts, mindfulness activities, going to...
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Ankeny, IA

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$14/hr
8 years experience
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...
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Special Needs Helper

Johnston, IA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
I've been working with others that need additional help for 3 years. I would be delighted to help your family! Just reach out if you have any additional questions. Thank you.
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Willing To Work With Special Needs

Waukee, IA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
I have experienced different ages, from infant to seniors, I have worked as a kindergarten teacher and also worked with kids who have autism and behavioral disorders. I have work both in home and facilities with seniors.
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Helper And Companion Available For Young To Older Adults

Ankeny, IA

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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...
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Caregiver

Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
errands
light cleaning
respite care
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have 10+ years caring for elderly and special needs in group homes and facilities. I worked as a CNA for 3 years and am currently working full time with Unity Point at Home as an occupational therapy assistant. In August 2024 I will be returning to school to get my doctorate in Occupational Therapy as well.
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Des Moines, IA

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$16/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 2 adult children and 3 grandkids. I drove a school bus from 1992 through 2021. I also worked in the cafeteria, as a special needs aid and wore many more hats as needed during that time. I love kids and will happily play along with them. I'm willing to run errands and take kids to appointments or after school activities.
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West Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have a bachelor's degree in child development, and I am a licensed occupational therapy assistant. I have 8 years of experience as a child development specialist with infants and toddlers with special, and I am in my second year as a paraprofessional with children aged 3-5 years who have IEPs and special needs. I am a mother...
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Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
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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Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Companionship
dementia
errands
light cleaning
hospice services
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is DeAnn, and I'm a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with 6 of experience providing compassionate, reliable, and professional care to seniors and individuals with special needs. I specialize in in-home support, including personal care, companionship, dementia care, mobility assistance, meal prep, and post-surgical...
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Waukee, IA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Madison! I am a nurse, and I work as an RN Care Coordinator for group homes for special needs children/ young adults. I have knowledge in g/j tube feedings, trachs, seizure disorders, and just pediatrics in general! I grew up babysitting for what seems like the majority of my tiny hometown. I love working with...
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Urbandale, IA

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Hello! My name is Bri and I am a nursing student at the University of Iowa. I have been a Certified Nursing Assistant for three years and have experience in long term, skilled, and memory care. I also have experience caring for individuals with special needs. I look forward to hearing from you soon!
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Waukee, IA

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$12/hr
I am a CNA, I've worked with children ages 3 months to 12 years. I have also worked as a Caregiver at Home Instead Senior care where I assisted clients with feeding, bathing, toileting, and other everyday tasks!
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Speech Therapist

Waukee, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Hello. I am a speech therapist by trade. I have experience working with both children and adults. I have experience both personally and professionally with autism diagnoses I currently specialize in dementia care and neurological disorders. I am comfortable with transfer and personal care needs. If I don't know how to complete a...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Lauren and I graduated with a bachelors degree in kinesiology at Iowa State. I'm looking for an evening job and thought babysitting would be perfect since I'm wanting to work with children in my future. I have experience babysitting infants, toddlers, and young children. I currently work at a therapy center...
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Waukee, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hello! During the school months, I am currently employed as a special education associate within the Johnston Community School District. I have a nanny job lined up for this summer (2025), however I am available for babysitting jobs to fill up my spare time in the evenings! Professionally, I have a background in aiding those...
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