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I am currently attending Kirkwood Community College online towards a degree in Business Management. I also have a kitty named Elora so I am pet-friendly to all animals!
I mostly have experience taking care of elderly with and without dementia as well as dependent adults with special needs. Although this is my main work...
Full-Time Nanny / House Manager - Specializes In Newborns, Multiples, And Special Needs Children
Cedar Rapids, IA
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10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
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...
Jamie C. says "Amy'so personality is amazing and contagious! "
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10 years experience
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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dementia
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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!!
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respite care
dementia
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I have several years of hands-on experience providing care for both older adults and individuals with special needs. I previously held my CNA and spent three years supporting someone through the early to advanced stages of Alzheimer's. My responsibilities included meal prep, medication reminders, bathing, dressing, and daily...
Meal prep
craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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....
Light cleaning
meal prep
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...
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10 years experience
I am a stay at home mother to my 2. 5-year-old daughter. I am looking to provide in home child care services to one child. I will provide learning activists, lots of fun and all meals if needed. I am fully vaccinated, practice gentle parenting and absolutely love working with kids! I have a severely disabled/special needs...
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5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
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Hi! I'm Emily, an experienced and energetic caregiver who loves working with kids and becoming part of a family's team. I've worked in many caregiving roles including daycare, preschool, private nannying, and special education. During COVID, I nannied in Washington State and supported children with online learning. I'm patient,...
Light cleaning
meal prep
dementia
errands
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I have 4 years of experience as a caregiver. Helping people w special needs
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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,...
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carpooling
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I am a Junior at the University of Iowa, currently studying social work and psychology! I am 20, have been babysitting since I was 13 and have been working full-time the past 4 years. I love music, dancing, sports, animals, staying active, hanging out with friends, and being outdoors.
I assist with childcare, housekeeping,...
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10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
I am a stay at home mother to my 3-year-old daughter. I am looking to provide in home child care services to one child. I will provide learning activities, lots of fun and all meals if needed. I am fully vaccinated, practice gentle parenting and absolutely love working with kids! I have a severely disabled/special needs brother...
I have been a CNA since 2011. I have absolutely LOVED working with seniors as well as working in a group home with adults with intellectual disabilities since 2013. I have helped individuals who are diagnosed with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, and many more! I have worked in nursing homes, assisted living, and home...
Nurturing young minds is my passion! With six years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11, I bring patience, creativity, and a friendly demeanor to every interaction. My background includes working with children with special needs and autism and intellectually disabled and current certifications in CPR and First...
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.
Hey! I have cared for a little guy with Down syndrome as well as youth with autism! I've always been drawn to helping special needs because it makes me happy! I am completely open to caring for different kinds of special needs!
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
Mother of 4 kids, 3 in college, I have worked in the health field for 26+ years as well as took some time off to do in home daycare.
I am capable of handing special needs as well as sassy teens.
I work as a full time care support coordinator Monday thru Friday 7am-6 p.m. so looking to help out in the evenings & weekends....
I started working with kids when my little sister was born in 2004 (I was a young teen). Since then, I've been a mother to 3 stepkids (16, 19 & 22) and to my elementary daughter. I've worked at a daycare as a teen, and I am currently employed at my daughter's school, working directly with elementary students with behaviors or...
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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...
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