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Jennifer S. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Jennifer

Des Moines, IA
$20/hr
Part-time
9 years experience

A little bit about me

I love kids they are a lot of fun and they keep it simple. I enjoy caring for children and spending time getting to know their little personalities. I enjoy spending time outside and being creative.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

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

Nanny Maddi

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

A little bit about me

My name is Maddi and I am 23 years old!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Alexis L. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Alexis

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

A little bit about me

I worked as a daycare teacher with ages 0 through school age at leaps and bounds children’s academy as well as crayons 2 pencils in Norwalk. I am the oldest of 8 younger siblings so I have been taking care of children as if they were my own my whole life and is something I’m very passionate about. I plan on going back to school this summer and working on getting my CDA.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR

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Meghan N. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Meghan

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

A little bit about me

My name is Meghan Nelson, I’m currently pursuing my Masters of Social Work in Des Moines, IA. I’ve worked in childcare on and off for the past 10 years, and for the past three years have been in social work working with people who have disabilities. I was a lifeguard when I was 16 and am CPR and First Aid trained. I would love to chat!

Have experience working with

Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

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

Nanny Chelsea

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

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Special Needs
Kaylee J. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Kaylee

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

A little bit about me

My name is Kaylee Johnson and I am 19. I love kids and babysat since I was in 8th grade. I would love to take care of your kiddos!!

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Maura M. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Maura

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

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Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Kayla M. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Kayla

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

A little bit about me

Hi!
My name is Kayla and i am a 20 year old college student at grandview university. I am originally from saint paul, minnesota. Since graduating high school I haven’t been able to have the time, until this semester to get back into nannying and looking for families in need of some extra help. I love being outdoors, doing arts and crafts, sports, pretty much everything! If you have any questions please feel free to shoot me a message or text me at [phone number hidden].

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Natalie Y. - Seeking Work in Des Moines

Nanny Natalie

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

A little bit about me

I am a recent graduate from Waukee high school. I love the outdoors, reading and writing as well as learning new things. I love kids and love to teach them and join them in all their fun from coloring to playing games to reading a book and acting it out to outdoor adventures. I love to help kids grow, learn, explore, and wonder.

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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, 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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