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Catherine S. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Catherine

Des Moines, IA
$16/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’ve been a nanny since I was 16 and I’ve had one job where the family paid me

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kameron T. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Kameron

Des Moines, IA
$20/hr
Part-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Kameron Tomes and I am a graduate student at Drake University. I love children, nannying, and making great relationships with children and their families.

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Blake V. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Blake

Des Moines, IA
$10/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello! I’m Blake Villalobos I’m graduating high school, I enjoy painting and crafts! I love to sing and dance, also a big animal lover!

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Erin M. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Erin

Des Moines, IA
$10/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I love kids and caring for them! I am in college, so I could help for the summer and over breaks! I am very open with my hours!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Carlee G. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Carlee

Des Moines, IA
$12/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

Very outgoing and love doing activities and love love kiddos

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Aycelyn K. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Aycelyn

Des Moines, IA
$14/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

I’ve been working in home health care with elderly for the past 3 years. I absolutely love bonding children and think it would be an amazing experience

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Special Needs

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Jennifer S. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Jennifer

Des Moines, IA
$18/hr
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Jennifer. I'm married, with two grown children and a cat. I nannied off and on for most of my adult life.
I worked for a variety of families with children ranging from infants to high school; twins; ADHD, and Autism.
Five years ago, I began working as a librarian at a local elementary school. I love it!
I'm just looking for something part time for the summer and during the year to supplement my income.
I am CPR and first aid certified.
I have references.
Thanks so much for your time and consideration.

Jennifer

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Gianna D. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Gianna

Des Moines, IA
$15/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi!!! My name is Gianna and I am an Elementary Education Major at Iowa state. I am currently student teaching and hopefully will start as a first time teacher in the fall! I’m looking for a summer nannying position and have experience with students of all ages.

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Infants
Special Needs
Jacqueline O. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Jacqueline

Des Moines, IA
$20/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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How to Hire Special Needs Child Care in Des Moines,IA

First, you should understand your requirements and preferences for this position and create your special needs nanny job. Then, as you find candidates that you like, you can message them to learn more about them. After you found the right candidate, you can take advantage of Nanny Lane’s services, including background checks, a hiring agent, and nanny payroll.

Common Responsibilities of Special Needs Child Care in Des Moines,IA

The roles and responsibilities of a nanny caring for a child with special needs vary from position to position. Special needs nannies have diverse experiences with different needs and abilities. If your child has a consistent schedule or meals that they like to eat, your nanny’s responsibilities can include pick up/drop-off, meal preparation, and any other tasks needed to ensure the children’s well-being. It is essential to take these factors into account when determining how much you should pay a special needs nanny.

Interview Questions for Special Needs Child Care in Des Moines,IA

As you start to find your favorite candidates for your special needs nanny position, invite them to a nanny interview. Here’s a list of some nanny interview questions to consider asking:

  • What's your experience caring for children with special needs?
  • How comfortable are you with following a routine?
  • Have you taken any special training?
  • Have you ever had an emergency or difficult situation while caring for a child with special needs?

At the end of the interview, if you’d like to move forward with the candidate, you can ask for references to learn more about their experiences.

Contracts for Special Needs Child Care in Des Moines,IA

Once you have the right candidate for your special needs nanny job, you should present the candidate a job offer. This stage is an opportunity to foster open communication before they start or a situation arises. After presenting your job offer, facilitate a discussion between your family and your special needs nanny to clarify any confusion. Once you have found an agreement with your special needs nanny, you can document this in a contract.

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