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174 special needs caregivers are listed in Colorado Springs, CO
The average rate is $17/hr as of November 2024
The average years of experience for special needs caregivers is 5 years
Special needs caregivers in Colorado Springs, CO
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I currently nanny for a family with two boys, who both have autism. I have some nephews as well who have some behavioral disorders that I have learned to work with patiently. I am extremely kind, understanding, and patient.
4.0
(1)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have worked with kids for over 30 years, including kids and adults with special needs. I am a SPED Para for many years including life skills. I am certified in CPR, first aid, medication administration. I also have CPI training. I love kids, they are my passion. I like to send pictures while you are out so you know the kids...
Terri S.
Colorado Springs, CO
$20-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
The elderly and children, alike, need gentle compassionate care and I love it giving to them. I've been both a Nanny and Elder companion and Ive excelled at both. Senior companion & caretaker: I've found a demographic that I absolutely LOVE. Seniors often need transport and to be accompanied to the senior center, Dr...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have 6 years of experience paid and more years for my family. I am bubbly, outgoing, and productive. I have experience with and prefer a contract full time position. I have been an executive assistant, babysitter, home helper, and more since high school! I would love to meet you and the ones you love to help bring ease to the...
5.0
"Zoë was very attentive with our grandkids. They are 6 & 3 right now and very active. She played games with them, made them meals and went for walks. She is our go to person 👍"
Care member
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am ABA interventionist, I work solely with kids with autism at work, but I have experience with many different special needs such as Down Syndrome, Austism Spectrum, Spina Bífida. Many of the kids I work with are nonverbal, I use pecs for them to easily communicate their needs. I know limited sign language for requesting. I am...
Karly K.
Colorado Springs, CO
$13-18/hr • 2 yrs exp
4.0
(1)
I have worked doing respite for a couple of years total. I've worked with cerebral palsy, electric wheel chairs, driving vans with clients in wheelchairs to various activities, respite for a child with downs syndrome and a child with autism less frequently. I have an infant and two step kids who are toddlers of my own. I can...
5.0
(1)
I am currently a Severe disabilities teacher in District 8. I have been a special education teacher for 6 years and have worked with special needs for 10+.
Natashia Y.
Colorado Springs, CO
$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I was an educational assistant for the special needs. I've worked with children of varying disabilities and often adapted to the needs of the child. I've experienced food monitoring, feeding the children, and lifting them from their wheelchairs to needed places (sometimes with needed assistance). I develop connections with the...
5.0
"Natashia is a kind and caring person. She works really well with children and pets. She does really well with my 5 year old Great Dane."
Emily M.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have a wide range of special needs experience and skills, starting when I was a teenager looking after 7-year-old W who was autistic, then later in my 20's volunteering with Special Olympics, then in the last 3 years caring for 2 sets of brothers with special needs and a young man with a brain injury. Please tell me how I can...
5.0
"Hired is not the right word for Ken. He immediately became a family member-going so beyond our initial request. I reached out to Ken, initially, because my husband was having surgery and I needed additional help with my 47 year old disabled son. Ken was able to...
Lois L.
Ava M.
Colorado Springs, CO
$18-22/hr • 5 yrs exp
Professional Musician And Artist Wanting To Make Kids Feel Special!
5.0
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I just moved to finish college, and I'm looking for some part-time work in childcare. I have extensive experience caring for babies and kids of all ages, as well as children with special needs or ASD. I also tutor elementary, middle, and high schoolers in math and English, and give voice, piano, and ukulele lessons. I am...
Ava can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
5.0
"Ava is a caring and thoughtful provider. Any family would be lucky to work with her."
Herson G.
5.0
(18)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have 11 combined professional years working as a preschool/daycare teacher's aide, a nanny, a CNA (Certified Nurse Aide), and a health paraprofessional at a local K-12 charter school, among other side jobs. I am currently a CNA for a home healthcare agency and have been with them for 2. 5 years. I have plenty of experience...
Joy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Joy is great with all children.
"
Care member
Neidy B.
Colorado Springs, CO
$25-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
6k+ of verifiable hours of experience working with kids; currently work for a kids program ( D11 and D2 ) I have all the certifications that licensing requires for that including yearly training; CPR certification, Med administration training, social emotional, Early Learning and Development, playground safety trainings and...
Neidy can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Milena watched our three kids (ages 6, 4, and 1) for one week while our regular nanny was away. She was great at juggling all three of them and was very dependable. She was very communicative and organized. We hope to have her care for them again."
Shelsea S.
Hannah D.
Colorado Springs, CO
$22/hr • 9 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Hannah and I'm excited to get to know you. Currently I'm a college student studying Psychology. However, I love being around kids and going on fun adventures. I have about 10 years experience in childcare. In the past I've watched my newborn twin cousins until they were 6 years old, along with many other children...
Hannah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Hannah is more than an amazing babysitter, she became part of our family super fast. She is always punctual, dependable, kind, and super fun to work with. Her intelligence and background in psychology really shine through her personality, and how she manages my...
Aliz T.
4.2
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! :) My name is Ashlyn, I'm 26. I've been working in childcare for the majority of the past 8-9 years. I've worked with just about all ages, I've been a swimming instructor, and a summer day camp manager. I absolutely adore kids, I like to keep screen time minimal, teach kids to bake, cook, spend lots of time outside, draw...
Ashlyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Ashlyn has been caring for my 21 month old son for the last 6 months and I would highly recommend her! She is incredibly sweet with him and he LOVES her. She is communicative and goes the extra mile to work extra hours as needed, help pick up around the house, and...
Care member
4.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have 2 grown children and 6 grandchildren . I have worked with kids for over 25 years as a special needs paraprofessional, preschool teacher and director, babysitter, and nanny. I love kids and I really love working with them. I am certified in CPR, First Aid, AED, Medication Administration. I am currently available anytime...
Shawna can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm currently a Severe Disabilities Teacher in District 8. I have my masters in special education and 10+ years working with special needs and 15+ years working with children.
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I was worried leaving our dog because he is not the easiest with strangers, but Bentley and her husband made it look easy. Highly recommend! "
Care member
5.0
(4)
I was a teacher's assistant, as well as special needs educational assistant. For the majority of my working career, I've worked with varying ages from ages 4 to 13. I've worked with infants, although it was within family. I'm a person who can adapt to what the child needs and oftentimes develop a connection with them. I adore...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Natashia is very dependable, and very kind, definitely a pleasure to have around and would highly recommend."
Melanie O.
3.0
(2)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I am very honest, energetic and loving person. I have been caring for children for as long as I can remember. I adore spending time with children and I have 7+ years of experience caring for infant a up to adolescence. I enjoy working with children of all ages and have experience caring for children with special needs. I have...
Ariana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ariana is extremely capable and talented with children! My 20 month old son had a great time with her and everything was super clean when she left ;-)"
Megan C.
Stivenson C.
Colorado Springs, CO
$10-150/hr • 6 yrs exp
Hi Everyone, I'm Stivenson And I'm Currently A Bro Pair, Looking For Extras For Childcare.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi everyone, I'm Stivenson and I'm currently in college studying my physical therapy degree looking for part time or full time position for childcare, senior care , housekeeping, pet sitting , house manager . I have experience with children of all ages, I have a bachelor's degree in education and sports, I have experience with...
5.0
"I highly recommend Stivenson, he helped us with watching my neices and nephews and he was incredible!"
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Bridget's Bio
Greetings,
I am the mother of three beautiful adult children. I have over 18 years of experience as a Nanny and a Child Care provider. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I also have experience working with special needs children. I love children and feel that they should all be loved and cared for uniquely but...
Bridget can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"She is very responsible, kind, caring, and more. Very good communicator. Accommodating if communicated with! Such a great lady!"
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Colorado Springs, CO
Zoe-marie J.
5.0
Zoë was very attentive with our grandkids. They are 6 & 3 right now and very active. She played games with them, made them meals and went for walks. She is our go to person 👍
- Care member
Natashia Y.
5.0
Natashia is a kind and caring person. She works really well with children and pets. She does really well with my 5 year old Great Dane.
- Emily M.
Ken M.
5.0
Hired is not the right word for Ken. He immediately became a family member-going so beyond our initial request. I reached out to Ken, initially, because my husband was having surgery and I needed additional help with my 47 year old disabled son. Ken was able to rearrange his schedule to help out and...
- Lois L.
Ava M.
5.0
Ava is fantastic. She has helped our family for several months now and does well with all 3 of our kids ages 9,6,3. She meets the children where they are and helps them explore and grow. She has helped in coaching/tutoring my son with reading. Ava helps in whatever situation is presented to her...
- Joanne J.
Joy B.
5.0
Joy is great with all children.
- Care member
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Ratings for Colorado Springs, CO special needs caregivers listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.6 / 5
Special Needs Caregivers in Colorado Springs, CO are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 102 reviews of the 174 listed special needs caregivers.