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Shriver C.

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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Hi, I'm Kealey!

Ankeny, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi I'm Kealey! 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 nanny for almost 10 years. I have nannied for children ages birth-12 years...
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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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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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Babysitter

Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
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...
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Experienced Sitter

Windsor Heights, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have 3 years of experience as an occupational therapy assistant working with children ages 0-13 with special needs. I can help with Light Housekeeping and Grocery Shopping as well as additional things upon request
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Sydney -From Urbandale, Iowa

Urbandale, IA

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$11/hr
2 years experience
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...
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Responsible Part Time Summer Babysitter

Ankeny, IA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
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...
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Babysitter

Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
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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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Full-time Summer Caregiver Available

Urbandale, IA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Travel
meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have a solid background in childcare, spanning various roles from babysitting and after-school programs to supporting children with special needs. I have great experience in daycares, taking care of infants. I have also been working at the Waukee preschool as a special education associate during the school year for 3+ years....
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Direct Support Professional

Ankeny, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
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!
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Babysitter/Behavioral Therapist In DSM Area

Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
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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Bubbly + Bright

Urbandale, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name's Gracie, but I go by Ace. I'm a 24 y/o, artist & server - local to Des Moines! I started babysitting (on the books:) when I was 14 & since then I have become a nanny, a teacher, a counselor, a coach, & a Respite Care Provider for kids with Special Needs. All that to say - whatever the scenario it is that you need help...
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Waukee, IA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hello! I currently work as a Special Education Associate! Looking for daytime hours. I have experience with children and young adults with disabilities!
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Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have been watching children since I was 3 years old when my sister who has significant special needs was born. I started babysitting for others when I was 9 years old. I am a special education teacher and have always had a passion for working with kids. I am looking for something part time for the summer as my kids will be in...
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Ankeny, IA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
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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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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Urbandale, IA

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$12/hr
Hello! My name is Angelina, I am 19 years old, I have CPR training through Roosevelt high, I have a 9-year-old sister who is disabled and is in a wheelchair, I helped her daily with her oxygen, epilepsy, and more, as well as a little brother! I love working with kids. I also love getting crafty! I also can clean, cook, meal...
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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
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
+ 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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Urbandale, IA

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$16/hr
Hello, my name is Hallie. I'm a second year nursing student. I Iove arts and crafts, being active, and going on adventures with kiddos of all ages. In high school I worked at Childserve and now I currently am working at Cedar Ridge Nursing Home. I am also pet friendly and love all animals! Look forward to meeting your family:)

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