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Danielle B. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Danielle

Des Moines, IA
$15/hr
Full-time
1 year experience

A little bit about me

I have experience working with all ages of kids. I enjoy finding age appropriate crafts and activities for the children to do. I enjoy cooking and am willing to do cleaning and other things to help out!

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Infants
Special Needs
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!

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Brooke H. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Brooke

Des Moines, IA
$25/hr
Part-time
5 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Brooke Herron and I am currently in college but looking for some family to nanny after school.

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Lexi T. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Lexi

Des Moines, IA
$22/hr
Part-time
9 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi there! I’m Lexi – your go-to childcare superhero in sneakers!
I bring energy, creativity, and a whole lot of heart to every child I care for. Whether we’re building epic pillow forts, dancing to Disney songs, exploring nature, or diving into story time with silly voices—I’m all in.

With several years of experience working with children of all ages, I understand how important it is to create a safe, nurturing, and FUN environment. I’m CPR/first aid certified, punctual, and super organized (but always down for spontaneous fun!).

Kids love my upbeat personality and playful spirit, and parents appreciate my responsibility, communication, and calm presence even when things get chaotic (hello toddler meltdowns ).

I believe every child deserves to feel seen, heard, and celebrated—so I make sure our time together is filled with positivity, laughter, and encouragement.

Let’s make childhood magical—one snack, smile, and silly dance at a time!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
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
Misty A. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Misty

Des Moines, IA
$17/hr
Full-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Grandma of 5 mother of 4 grown adults
Over 15 years in childcare

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Daniela J. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Daniela

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

A little bit about me

Hello I am a mother of 8 ranging from 3yrs old to 14 years old I am 32 years young in March I love children incase the many I have didn’t say that already lol I am pretty easy going love to have fun and love spending time bonding with my kids I have many friends that have 2 or more children ranging in ages we like to get to gather for play dates and activities for the kids I am a hard working dedicated lady who would love to help a family in need of a great nanny to help watch there littles as they navigate through day to day life

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs
Shailey R. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Shailey

Des Moines, IA
$14/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

Hi. I'm Shailey. I love to play games, have fun, give hugs and be silly with your kiddos. My main focus is to give your child(ren) a safe, warm and loving environment.

The majority of my experience has been in a child care facility with toddler aged children. I have some infant experience as well. I also have in home "as needed" babysitting experience.

I look forward to connecting with you to discuss the possibility of caring for your little loves.

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Pramila P. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Pramila

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

A little bit about me

Hello my names pramila I love kids most of my time I spend are wit my nephews n nieces my silbings n lil cousins watch me grow as they grow up🥹🥹

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR

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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, PLUS, 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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