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Madison B.

Waverly, IA

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$15/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
errands
live-in home care
transportation
respite care
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Hello, My name is Madison and I'm 22 years old. I have 1 year of au pair experience while living in NYC, 2 years of senior care experience, and 1 year of care for individuals with special needs. I have spent the majority of my careers taking care of others and hope to continue to do that as it is something that comes natural to...
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Craft Encourager

Readlyn, IA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Swimming Supervision. I love kids. I'm still at the age where I'm not ready to have my own kids so I'd love to take care of yours. I'm a night owl so feel free to have a late date night or even a weekend getaway. I have worked with kids who have special needs and am very...

Alexa K. says "She was great with my daughter, read to her, went for walks, and did arts & crafts. Very kind & understanding with my requests. Great communication!"

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Waterloo, IA

5.0(1)
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$13/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I've gained numerous experiences with people of varying needs including but not limited to three years with the Spectrum Project ( a Saturday morning program with k-12 students of varying needs with drama, movement, music and art experiences), field experiences offered through my university, and teaching art classes in...

Sue P. says "Audrey cares for our son with special needs and does a wonderful job. She is very patient and does a great job with a guy that's not always open to doing...

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Shell Rock, IA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm a 25-year-old gal from Iowa (recently relocated to Holland) who considers herself reliable, patient and energetic with about 9 years of experience caring for children from newborns to teenagers, including special needs. I worked at a daycare & preschool during my high school years and have been a babysitter for...

Jenny C. says "Jaylie was such a blessing to our family!! My 4 year old son and 2 year old daughter fell in love with her the moment she walked through the door!! She was...

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Cedar Falls, IA

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$13/hr
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Passionate about helping others, I have a strong ability to connect with and support children, including those with special needs. As the primary caregiver for my 7-year-old autistic sister, I have developed patience, adaptability, and a deep sense of empathy. I thrive in roles that involve nurturing and guiding children,...
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Waterloo, IA

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$8/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
transportation
errands
Hey I'm Shan and I have about a year of experience with adult care but have experience from taking care of a child with special needs and I feel like that would help me take care of you or your loved ones.
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Cedar Falls, IA

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$12/hr
-open to working with individuals with all abilities -experience working with children with autism -knowledgeable with muscular atrophy
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Part-time Caregiver Available

Cedar Falls, IA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
I have experience as an in-home caregiver for various clients with different needs all around Des Moines. I enjoy meeting new people and getting to help them and making a difference in their lives.
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Experience !

Cedar Falls, IA

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Hello! I have about 1 year left at UNI to finish up my Elementary Education major and minor in Special Education. Helping children/students with additional needs is something I am very passionate about and something that has always been calling my heart! My experience as a 2-year-old Assistant Teacher in a nearby town a couple...
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Caregiver/Friend

Cedar Falls, IA

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$11/hr
6 years experience
Hi, I'm Lily! I have a passion for advocating for those who have a hard time advocating for themselves. My work experience is lengthy (for my age) when it comes to people who live with disabilities. I spent 5 years assisting/caring/transporting adults who have developmental delays, brain injuries, and mental illnesses. This also...
I'd describe my personality as patient, outgoing, understanding I like caring for people with special needs because I know I am making a difference in their lives I'm looking for a job that makes me happy and keeps me active I started caring for people with special needs when I started my job as a special ed para educator...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Waverly, IA

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Kiersten P.

She was great with my daughter, read to her, went for walks, and did arts & crafts. Very kind & understanding with my requests. Great...

- Alexa K.

Audrey K.

Audrey cares for our son with special needs and does a wonderful job. She is very patient and does a great job with a guy that's not always...

- Sue P.

Jaylie R.

Jaylie was such a blessing to our family!! My 4 year old son and 2 year old daughter fell in love with her the moment she walked through the...

- Jenny C.

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