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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...
I began baby-sitting while I was in middle school and have continued to baby-sit for children of all ages and with different needs. I have a little sister who is eight years younger than me, so I have had many opportunities to care for a young child even in my own home. I have baby-sat for many of the families in my...
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5 years experience·
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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...
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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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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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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3 years experience·
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I have a degree in Early Childhood Education with an Endorsement in Special Education.
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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20 years + experience as a HHA/CNA I'm a in home caregiver, I take care of a client who has MS, with bathing, grooming, preparing meals
I have 20 years plus of experience as well. I work closely with disabled individuals providing them with assistance and redirection of daily functions such as health, hygiene, cooking, cleaning,...
I have been working with disabilities people helping them to achieve their goals.
I worked in Hawaii as a Registered Behavior Technician for 5 months with children with autism. I used applied behavioral analysis to teach new skills and reinforce positive behaviors. I am comfortable with babysitting any kids with special needs due to ASD or ADHD.
My name is Vanessa, I'm 25 years old. I have been working as an occupational therapist assistant for 2 years, and currently in grad school to get my Masters in Occupational Therapy.
I have been a caregiver since I was 14 years old, beginning with children in my own family. It is because of my passion for caring for others that...
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10 years experience
I have a passion of working with kids and adults. I have worked in the school system. Was an advocate for trouble children , also have worked with adults and youth with special needs. I enjoy helping youth or adults meet their goals and seeing them smile! I also have extensive training in trauma informed care.
I'm a divorced mother of four adult daughters. My two youngest lives with me at the moment. I have two guinea pigs and two cats. I had a live-in special needs girl for over three years. She had ADHD, anxiety, a defiance disorder, and learning disability. I also helped my daughter and sister with live-in clients.
For about four years I tutored and baby sat a child with autism. He was high functioning but also had adhd and was hard to keep on track. I helped him accomplish daily activities and tutored him for school. I enjoyed being able to help him, and see the smile come across his face when he was able to finish a task or got a problem...
I have worked with children who have disabilities for over four years. I have done respite care and supported community living. I have some experience in the acute-hospital based setting as well. I am going to nursing school and plan on working with children who have special needs when I graduate.
I have been in the special education field for 9 years now. I taught level 2/3 special education before becoming a special education consultant focusing on behavior. I have my Masters in special education along with a degree in psychology. I love working with individuals with disabilities and love seeing them succeed.
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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...
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Dear Family, I am a preschool teacher/director with over 17 years of teaching experience. I also have 8 years of nanny experience. I have experience with children ages birth - 13 years old that has included children with autism, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and behavior disorders. I am also a Red Cross...
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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...
Al M. says "Emily was excellent! She was very personable and the kids had a great time. We'd love to have her as our babysitter anytime!"
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