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Sydney H.

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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Urbandale, IA

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$13/hr
7 years experience
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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West Des Moines, IA

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$13/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I love being able to support families of children and adults with special needs. Within my teaching experience I have worked with hundreds of students that require various accommodations and have done my best to create a welcoming classroom environment to meet everyone's needs. In addition to my six years of teaching I have been...
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Urbandale, IA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
I'm an outgoing and creative caregiver with a passion for nurturing children's growth. I have 8 years of experience working with children through babysitting and coaching recreational activities. This past summer, I worked at Easterseals summer camp as a counselor for children with special needs. With that job, I led campers...
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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
craft assistance
carpooling
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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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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Babysitter

Urbandale, IA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 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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Care Giver

Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I have cared for multiple individuals with various disabilities both children and adults for the past 10 years helping with every day life and making them successful while having fun.
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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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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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Johnston, IA

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$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! My name is Morgan! I am an undergraduate student studying social sciences and psychology. I am currently a full-time childcare business owner. I have 8 years experience in childcare from daycare, nannying, special needs, and now my own business! I am also a mother to my own children, so I understand on a personal level...
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Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
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,...
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Urbandale, IA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
I am a caregiver who loves working with those with special needs. This past summer, I worked at Easterseals Iowa as a camp counselor for those with special needs. I learned about lifts and transfers, monitoring seizures, communication devices, some ASL, personal cares, and more. Each person is different and it is important to...
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Caring Helper

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
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...
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West Des Moines, IA

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$12/hr
9 years experience
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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Des Moines, IA

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$10/hr
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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Des Moines, IA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 26 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
I'm a high school English teacher. I graduated with a degree in English Education in 2019. I am a 3. 8 GPA student. I worked at a daycare with kids 3 months to 12 years of age for 3 years. As a birthday party coordinator, I coordinated games and activities from kids 4 years to 12 years of age. I have 6 years of experience. I've...

Nikole T. says "Courtney is the best! My family has hired her several times to watch our infant (5 months) and 7 year old and they have had a blast with Courtney. She is...

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Des Moines, IA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I have strong experience caring for children, including those with developmental and intellectual disabilities. My background includes working as a special education paraprofessional and supporting individuals in home and community settings. I assist with daily routines, behavior support, personal care needs, and creating a...
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Ankeny, IA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a genuine passion. My five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, with varying needs have solidified my commitment to fostering their growth and development. Previous babysitting roles showed me the positive impact I could have on...
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