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Carolina C.


Colorado Springs, CO

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual Preschool Teacher

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Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Carolina. I was born in Costa Rica and raised in Denver. I was an elementary school teacher for Denver Public Schools and then changed careers after completing my masters degree in Clinical Psychology. I currently work for child protective services and love my job. I have specialized training and certifications...
Carolina can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Carolina C.


Colorado Springs, CO

$20-35/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver

Hello! I am a former special education teacher, pursuing my masters degree in Clinical Child Psychology. I made the difficult decision to step out of teaching in order to dedicate my time to what I genuinely love; being a caregiver! I have 7+ years of experience working with individuals with special needs aging from newborns all...
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Carolina C.


Colorado Springs, CO

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Hello! I am a former special education teacher pursuing my masters degree in Clinical Child Psychology. I have cared for children, seniors, pets and houses since I was around 13 years old. I have experience with special needs, dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and many other disabilities. I have worked with individuals aging...
Carolina can also help with: Personal care, dementia
I am a dedicated and nurturing caregiver with a passion for inspiring young minds. I'm currently a college student studying early childhood education and was a previous general education and special needs bus driver for two years. I love creating engaging activities that foster learning and creativity. My approach is centered on...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Alexis P.


Colorado Springs, CO

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

I worked as a summer school literacy aide in an elementary school classroom for three years, and I have experience with special needs children in a classroom setting. I have been babysitting for 5 years, and have had experience from infants to middle-school-age children. I worked as a day-camp counselor and was an assistant...
Alexis can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Natashia Y.


Colorado Springs, CO

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

Full Time Nanny/Babysitter

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 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.

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Marius F.


Colorado Springs, CO

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Fun, Dependable Care For Your Littles

Hired by 25 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years experience with infants, children and families and would love to get to know yours. Professionally I hold a graduate degree as a midwife and have extensive training with newborns and infants including lactation and bottle feeding, sleep coaching, and infant development. I enjoy working with babies through...
Marius can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"First time letting besides family watch our kids , and our 4 Girls loved her! thanks again Mars!"

Gaylon B.

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Raee S.


Colorado Springs, CO

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Interactive Sitter

4.4

(5)

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I started working with kids when I was 12. I babysat for my uncle in the summers, who had 5 kids ranging from 9 months to 10 years old. I have experience working with special needs. I have worked in a couple of daycares. My biggest goal doing this job is to meet the specific needs of the children and their families. In my...
Raee can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance
5.0
"We absolutely are pleased with her. She takes L to school activities when I can't. She takes him to fun filled events where he can socialize with his peers. She is active with my son and he absolutely looks forward to anytime she comes over. She is a pleasure to be...

Candice K.

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Alisha G.


Colorado Springs, CO

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am a registered behavior tech and I am going hoping to start school as a bcba soon. I have my cna and I'm also CPR certified I have done home health I've worked with children and adults both with disabilities and non. I have a younger brother that has special needs I have been babysitting him for 13yrs when my parents were at...
Alisha can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

CNA

5.0
"She did a great job with my 3 month old son! I'm scared to leave him with anyone ever and she was so sweet. She was very patient with and him and even me."

Hannah H.

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Karly K.


Colorado Springs, CO

$15-18/hr2 yrs exp

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...
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Bridget M.


Colorado Springs, CO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Evening And Weekend Care

Hired by 8 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: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Bridget was a dream to work with. She was very caring for our infant son. And very patient. She is great at communicating schedules and also very good at being flexible with your schedule."

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Bridget M.


Colorado Springs, CO

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny Available Nights And Weekend

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Bridget's Bio Greetings, I am the mother of three beautiful children. I have years of experience as a Nanny, a Child Care provider and have experience as a personal caregiver for seniors and disabled adults. I am CPR and First Aid certified. I offer transportation to and from medical appointments. I offer assistance with meal...
Bridget can also help with: Errands, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Bridget has been great with my elderly father. She encourages him to be more active and ensures that he eats well. She has really helped my family out with his care. Bridget is awesome. "

Lee F.

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Lauren R.


Colorado Springs, CO

$22-28/hr10 yrs exp

FT, Part/Time and Before-and-After School

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm a 48 yr old mother of 2 kids (now adults) living in CO Springs. I have 25+ yrs experience in childcare, both traditional and special needs, including owning and operating an in-home daycare in Castle Rock for 7 years, and working as a nanny for the same family in Colorado Springs for 4+ years. I'm trained to be able...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lauren has been watching my four children since 2018. One of my children has very severe ADHD and can be quite a handful. Lauren has always been absolutely wonderful with all of them. She was my nanny during all of the Covid lockdowns and was absolutely essential...

Heather C.

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Zoe-marie J.


Colorado Springs, CO

$20-50/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

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

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Carla A.


Colorado Springs, CO

$20/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time

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...

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: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision & 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.

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Zoe-marie J.


Colorado Springs, CO

$20-50/hr6 yrs exp

Backup Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I grew up helping raise my two younger siblings that have special needs. I am familiar with families of all varieties and love to hear that pure childish giggle! I was in the health care field when I was in both high school and college as an occupational therapist, and enjoyed what I did. Being able to babysit for you and your...
Zoe-marie can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Zoe always takes excellent care of our two kids. She’s helped since my oldest was a baby and is always very calm and great at engaging with kids. She arrives on time and our kids love it when she babysits! Highly recommended!!!"

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Natashia Y.


Colorado Springs, CO

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

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.

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Neidy B.


Colorado Springs, CO

$25-35/hr8 yrs exp

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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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.

Hi everyone my name is Brisa I have 3 years of experience In child care. Most of my experience was associated with children and adults with special needs. I am a fun and respectful caregiver making sure that each child is cared for and safe. I can help with Travel and Crafts. I have a Vehicle to get around. I am a reliable...
Brisa can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fountain, CO

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.

Marius F.

5.0

First time letting besides family watch our kids , and our 4 Girls loved her! thanks again Mars!

- Gaylon B.

Raee S.

5.0

Super sweet and amazing with kids. My son loves her.

- Care member

Alisha G.

5.0

We love Alisha! She is the only person outside our family that has watched our youngest son. We're so blessed to have her as our sitter.

- Alexis C.

Bridget M.

5.0

She is very responsible, kind, caring, and more. Very good communicator. Accommodating if communicated with! Such a great lady!

- Care member

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