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Carter J.

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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Urbandale, IA

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
carpooling
swimming supervision
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
Swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
craft assistance
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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Experienced And Enthusiastic Graduate Student Sitter!

Clive, IA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 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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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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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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$15/hr
2 years experience
I have been working with disabilities people helping them to achieve their goals.
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Registered Behavior Technician

West Des Moines, IA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
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.
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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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Des Moines, IA

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$15/hr
4 years experience
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.
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Part-Time Caregiver

Johnston, IA

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$10/hr
4 years experience
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.
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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

5.0(1)
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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
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
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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Ankeny, IA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
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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Ankeny, IA

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$14/hr
4 years experience
I'd describe my personality as charismatic, spontaneous, and fun! I am very outgoing and have a lot of energy. I started caring for people with special needs when I was fresh out of high school in 2021. My family owns a group home for people with mental disabilities which serves to a wide range of disabilities. This is more of...
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Caregiver

Des Moines, IA

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$8/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Respite care
transportation
meal prep
errands
dementia
+ 1 more
I have 10+ years caring for elderly and special needs in group homes and facilities. I worked as a CNA for 3 years and am currently working full time with Unity Point at Home as an occupational therapy assistant. In August 2024 I will be returning to school to get my doctorate in Occupational Therapy as well.
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