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Heather F.

Care Giver Available

Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have several years experience working with special needs. I have experience as a site supervisor at group homes and experience working in an inpatient hospital.
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Windsor Heights, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I am CPR Certified, detail oriented, proactive, responsible, thoughtful, patient, and pleasant. I am married with 2 bonus children, 3 fur babies, and 2 turtles in which all I adore. When I'm not working, I spend my time relaxing with the people I love.
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Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
Hi, I'm Heather! I'm looking for a part time nanny position. I'd love to chat and see if I could be a good fit for your family! 20 years of experience have fueled my passion for nurturing children's growth. My babysitting, nanny and social work experiences solidified my desire to support families by providing reliable care. I...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
Hello! I've been a nanny for the past 6 years and I've worked with children ages 3 months to 12 years old. I also have experience with working in a daycare in the infant room. I love doing arts and crafts and going to the library whenever I can. I look forward to meeting you and your family!
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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
Travel
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
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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Des Moines, IA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Hospice services
companionship
dementia
live-in home care
errands
+ 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
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
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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Bubbly + Bright

Urbandale, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 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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Caregiver

West Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
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.
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Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
Personal care
errands
light cleaning
transportation
meal prep
+ 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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Des Moines, IA

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$18/hr
Carpooling
grocery shopping
I am happily married and have 7 children with my amazing husband of 21 years. I have 2 children with special needs (deaf and losing vision and one with autism as well). I love being a mom and wife.
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Peter N.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
3 years experience
I have not done care professionally but I am flexible, willing to learn, caring, no smoker, calm, patient and polite. I have learn behavioral patterns in my university days. As a trained teacher since 2005, part of my curriculum was geared towards dealing with uncomfortable circumstances
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I'm Madelyn A !

Des Moines, IA

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello I'm Madelyn A ! I would be happy to help with many needs including care for children, animals and homes! I have worked with children for many years, whether it's watching family or friends children, after school programs and nannying. I have had many responsibilities including creating fun crafts for children, preparing...
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Babysitter

Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
+ 1 more
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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Occasional evening and weekend

Urbandale, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have a degree in Early Childhood Education with an Endorsement in Special Education.
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Genesta P.'s Photo

Des Moines, IA

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$14/hr
5 years experience
I've cared for a different variety of people and babies with special needs and it's something that I excel at.
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Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
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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$14/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I have 2 years paid experience with children who have Asperger's, ADHD, autism and anger issues. It's important to have patience and understanding when it comes to these needs. I have also worked with high schoolers with Down syndrome and mobility issues. Creating a bond is vital to gaining trust and having fun! I've...
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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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Des Moines, IA

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$12/hr
Hi all- my name is Caroline and I would love to help out with nannying/ sitting for your kiddos! I am a physical therapy student at the university and have experience as a nursing assistant in both pediatric and geriatric settings. I don't have any specific work experience with individuals with special needs, but I am here to...
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