Find Trusted Special Needs Caregivers Near Me in Drake, CO

In junior high I took two full years of extra ciriculour classes that involved helping the special needs department at my school. I worked every day with those kids, helping them with assignments and crafts, bathroom breaks, etc. Since graduating I have watched and cared for many kids with special needs such as autism and down...

Ally G.

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

The Babysitter You're Looking For!

5.0

(4)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I absolutely love working with children and I have been doing so for 5 years. In the past, I have worked as a ski instructor for 4-5-year-olds, a swim teacher, a nanny, gymnastics coach, and a babysitter. I also currently work at Respite Care providing care for children with special needs. I am extremely passionate about...

Ally can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep & more

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0

"Ally was fabulous! Our baby and our dog loved her. We were able to have a wonderful time out without worrying about a thing. "

Care member

Tracey G.

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Helpful Mom Available

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a mom available to help other families in need of assistance with a variety of different things from child care to elder care, light housekeeping, cooking, errands, and organizing. I have years of experience and fabulous references upon request. I have experience with a variety of special needs including autism, Down...

Tracey can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0

"We recently have hired Tracey to help with child pick up from school and helping with odd jobs around the house - organizing and cooking etc. So far she has been very easy to get along with, punctual, flexible and overall great!"

Tolly G.

Morgan W.

$15-20/hr

Part-time Caregiver Available

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I recently graduated with my Doctorate of Physical Therapy. I had a full-time 10 week rotation in an Outpatient Pediatric setting treating pediatric patients with Developmental Delay, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, and more. I have always loved working with kids and it warms my heart to help kids with neurological or...

Kwiona M.

$15-20/hr • 2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Kwiona (pronounced Kiana) I am 25 years old and I love working with children of all ages!

5.0

"Kwiona has watched our kids and they really enjoyed being with her. She was on time, very easy to communicate with over text. We will definitely be using her again."

Kerrie L.

Renate M.

$37/hr • 10 yrs exp

Home Health Aid, Full time. Meal Prep, House- Keeping, Errands, Companionship

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Had my first care. com senior to accompany for 6 weeks, and loved every minute of it! Been with care. com for over 6 years now, and my families have become family to me. Check out the review my families gave me. Was for 26 years a Foster mom to a special needs child. Raised my own 3 kids, took care of my daughter with cancer for...

Renate can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, dementia, hospice services, home modification, errands & more

5.0

"We feel so fortunate to have found Renate! She is quickly becoming a part of our family! She is an amazing person and has been so very helpful with my parents."

Katie N.

Erica H.

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Erica and I'm a recent grad from Colorado State University. My friends and family would describe me as creative and enthusiastic, and I love to find fun ways to learn new things and share them with others. My favorite part about nannying or working with kids is learning about what they're interested in and helping...

Erica can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Erica is really great with our children! And our cat and dog as well. She is young but very mature for her age. And she has lots of energy."

Carlye W.

Lisa M.

Berthoud, CO

$27-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Caretaker For Both Young And "not So Young"

5.0

(4)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi! Since 1988, it has been my true passion taking care of people both young and elderly. From 1988-2004 I worked with special needs children in an Elementary and Middle school setting. Since then, I have taken care of elderly patients from companionship to terminally ill. I was with one family for over 10 years. Let me be part...

Lisa can also help with: Personal care, dementia, respite care

Skills:

CNA

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0

"Lisa has taken care of my Mom (who has dementia) off and on as needed for over a year now. I have counted on her at times when I was gone for days and weeks at a time. She has so much compassion and it's evident she loves what she does. My Mom loves her and feels...

Jenifer C.

Sara S.

$21-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nurturing Curiosity, Creativity, And Compassion

5.0

(3)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I began my professional childcare journey by babysitting as a teenager and have since had extensive experience in various educational and caregiving roles. Starting as an assistant teacher in 2008 and transitioning to nannying in 2011, I have cared for children ages three weeks to nine years in nanny positions, childcare...

Sara can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling

Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Sara worked for us caring for our son from the time he was eighteen months until he was three years old. The best "reviewer" of Sara would be our son who absolutely adored her. We were nervous to leave him with someone outside the family, but were quickly...

Sara S.

Madelyn K.

$15-18/hr • 9 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm an experienced childcare provider, with 9 years of experience caring for children from toddlers to preteens, and I'm comfortable caring for up to 3 children at a time! I also have experience with pet sitting, light house cleaning, meal prep, errand running, and carpooling! I like finding creative and imaginative...

Madelyn can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"Madelyn is always reliable and on time. She is responsible and courteous and the kids enjoy her company plus she has a lot of experience and training in childcare. We trust her and have called her back many, many times. "

Jessica F.

Tracey G.

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an independence caregiver with over 20 years experience available to help other families in need of assistance with a variety of different things from child care to elder care, housekeeping, cooking, errands, and organizing. I have years of experience and fabulous references upon request. I have experience with a variety of...

5.0

"Our son has autism. We also have a daughter who is neurotypical. Tracey was their principal caregiver (other than her parents, who had to work) when they were young. She was very conscientious and professional but also very intuitive and creative. She became...

Mary I.

Abby B.

$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp

Looking For Part Time Childcare Position

5.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Currently, I'm a stay at home mom with my 17-month-old daughter. I have various babysitting/nanny experience, teaching experience, coaching experience, training with children who have mild to moderate special needs, and I have a degree in Family Science. Aside from being a nanny, my other various work experiences includes all...

Abby can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision

Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Abby watched our kids for a date night and she was wonderful! She was prompt and had my one year old smiling right away. We will definitely hire her again."

Sandy R.

Alexis R.

$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced, Engaging, And Empathetic Caregiver Open To Opportunities

5.0

(1)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

***I am currently located in Fort Collins, Colorado**** As the daughter of a special needs teacher, I have been around children my entire life. I first started babysitting when I was 12 and our neighbors asked me to watch their kids for a few hours. Since then, I have spent years nannying for families, including live-in and...

Alexis can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel & more

Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0

"Alexis was a true lifesaver. She took care of our almost three year old while we skied in Breckenridge. She was kind, dependable, extremely communicative and creative. She kept our youngest busy and happy while we enjoyed the slopes with our older kids. She was...

Rachel G.

Sarah P.

$19/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Sarah and I am currently pursuing my PhD in School Psychology. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, as well as a Master's Degree in Professional Psychology. I have a passion for the well-being of children, and would LOVE to be considered for any of your sitting needs. I have experience working with...

Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning

Skills:

CPR

5.0

"Sarah was such a pleasure to work with! Our daughter loved playing with her - she even got her to sleep! Highly recommend her -- she also has preschool experience, a huge plus! Looking forward to hiring Sarah again."

Tatiana A.

Jacqueline L.

$25-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Care Giver Looking For Someone To Care For And Love

4.0

(1)

Hello my name is Jacqueline. A little back ground information on me, I'm happily married for 7 year, we have a daughter that's 15 years old. I'm a very loving, caring, compassionate, friendly, reliable, happy person that has a lot of energy with a tremendous amount of patience. I have been in the care taking field sense a...

Jacqueline can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, errands & more

Skills:

CNA

Leilani R.

$20-27/hr • 4 yrs exp

Creative, Patient, Fun Sitter!

5.0

(4)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Leilani! I am a big sister to three crazy kids! I love spending my time with imaginative children. I am honest, reliable, creative, fun and patient. To this day I find joy and wholeness when I work with little ones. I have four years of experience providing nanny services! I have cared for many infants as young as a...

Leilani can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance & more

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0

"Leilani did an awesome job babysitting our 6-month baby girl! She would take her for a walk, fed her a bottle, and put her down to sleep for a nap. She is very kind and gentle and easy to work with. Would highly recommend."

Hannah E.

Lucy C.

$20-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Special Needs Care

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am Lucy, I am a junior at CSU. I have 7 years of experience babysitting and I learned a tremendous amount from my brother who has Down syndrome and autism. Additionally, I have babysat for various kids with special needs. I have learned that patience is vital as well as safety, but the end goal is also to have fun. I...

Susan T.

$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(4)

To Whom it May Concern, Greetings! I believe my 35+ years of experience caring for children in various settings is an excellent match to the qualifications you are seeking for this position. In the years I was working as a professional Social Worker helping children and families with special needs, I continued to nanny...

Susan can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more

Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0

"I have known Susan for 9 years. In that time, I have found Susan to be a great person that I have entrusted with my son on many occasions. She is caring, hard-working, and extremely dependable. I would not hesitate to recommend Susan for any future endeavors she...

April C.

Heidi J.

$24/hr • 10 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am Heidi! I have been working in childcare for many years. I am a full-time Speech Language Pathologist Asst. and absolutely adore my 8 nieces & nephews. I work in education out in Greeley with kiddos in grades K-12. I have a school schedule which blesses me with summers off. I would love to spend this summer working...

Heidi can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning

Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0

"Heidi has been with our family for almost 4 years. She has cared for our oldest since she was weeks old and now watches both our girls. She is kind, clean, communicative, on-time and our kids love her. Could not say enough good things about her! Any family would be...

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Morgan A.

Berthoud, CO

$14-50/hr • 10 yrs exp